Analyzing Market Trend For The Week Ahead: E-Mini S&P 500
The E-mini S&P 500 closed lower by about 0.1%, ending the session at 4768 with a balanced volume profile structure and forming an inside day.
Walking Back Powell
S&P 500 had a tough Friday as Williams and Bostic came out against too many cuts too soon.
Weekly Forex Forecast – USD/JPY, EUR/USD, NASDAQ 100, Cocoa Futures
The difference between success and failure in Forex / CFD trading is highly likely to depend on which assets you choose to trade each week and in which direction, and not on the methods you might use to determine trade entries and exits.
Asia Open Insights: What's Not To Like ?
On Friday, key Federal Reserve lieutenants Williams and Bostic attempted to temper the rally. However, their efforts seemed as effective as throwing ice water on a penguin.
Rivian's Collaboration With AT&T Positions It for Growth
Electric vehicle maker Rivian Automotive (RIVN) has joined forces with telecom giant AT&T (T). The deal with AT&T, set to be launched in early 2024, involves the integration of RIVN’s EVs into AT&T’s operational fleet.
The Stock Market Rally Has Been Built On Sand
The market surged this past week following a confusing Fed meeting that created more questions than answers.
Fed Officials Push Back Against Market Pricing
We got our first round of pushback from last week’s major shift in Fed sentiment, with both Fed Williams and Bostic pushing back against the aggressive repricing of expectations.
GBP/USD: Weekly Forecast 17th December - 23rd December
The GBP/USD struck a high around the 1.27960 mark last Thursday and came within sight of the value again on Friday, this before a reversal lower took place as the weekend approached.
The Fed Pivots And The Party Starts. Will It Continue? Why We Still Suggest Being Cautious!
By now, you are well aware that on Wednesday Jerome Powell and the Fed became “dovish” and pivoted to a STOP on interest rate hikes.
The Fed Pivots And The Party Starts. Will It Continue?
By now, you're probably well aware that Jerome Powell and the Fed became “dovish” on Wednesday and pivoted to a stop on interest rate hikes. The markets reacted favorably, and the party (which may have begun in early November) kicked into high gear.
Pairs In Focus This Week - Sunday, Dec. 17
The US dollar plunged against the Canadian dollar as the Federal Reserve appears ready to cut rates next year. It is probably only a matter of time before the Bank of Canada follows suit, as the two economies are so heavily intertwined.
Are You Willing To Pay And Do Your “Fair Share” To Address Climate Change?
A reader asked a similar question the other day. First we need to calculate what it will take. Then we need to define “fair share”.
California Regulations Are Causing A Crisis In The Trucking Industry
Most of what you buy has been on a truck at some point. According to the American Truckers Association, trucks move 72.6% of the nation’s freight. But now the trucking industry is facing some tough choices. And you can blame California.
Inside: 1 Of My Top 3 Picks For 2024
It’s not 2024 yet, but I’ve been thinking about where I should put my time, attention, and money next year. My top 3 picks for 2024 include two small-cap NASD stocks, and one TSX-listed stock up in Canada. I will outline one of them for you.
GGN: A High-Yielding Play For Investors With Gold FOMO
Gold recently jumped 3% to hit a new all-time high of $2,135 per ounce. More important, in my opinion, is the support or floor price this move suggests for gold. I’m keeping an eye on GAMCO Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust as a result
Trading Support And Resistance - Sunday, Dec. 17
Directional volatility in the Forex market decreased last week, as 30% of the most important currency pairs were seen fluctuating by more than 1%. Last week was dominated by strength in the Japanese yen, and weakness was seen in the US dollar.
3 Of Our Favorite Dividend Stocks For The New Year
The S&P 500 Index appears to be wrapping up a strong year, registering a year-to-date total return of 22.2%. The good news is that there are still undervalued stocks with strong dividends to choose from despite the market’s strong performance.
Powell’s Political Pivot & Impact On Gold
In this video, we discuss what happened when gold was slammed after hitting $2100, the nuances around Powell’s pivot, and the impact on gold.
Easterly Government Properties – Avoid This Sucker Yield
Use it or lose it. That’s the message Congress has for government agencies as it considers HR 6241, the Federal Use it or Lose it Leases (FULL) Act. I’ll show you why this is a threat to one company and why you should keep it out of your portfolio.
Why Chasing Wins In Trading Can Lead You Astray
In this brief video, I dive into the realities of high win-rate trading, the importance of long-term thinking, and how to manage both wins and losses.