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Ross Givens
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Ross Givens

Chief Market Strategist

Ross Givens is a veteran trader with over 15 years of experience and a former VP at a major Wall Street investment bank. Specializing in small-cap stocks and momentum-driven plays, Ross identifies high-probability setups before they hit the mainstream. As Lead Strategist at Traders Agency, he has guided hundreds of successful trades and developed multiple flagship publications.

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Forget About the Fundamentals (Controversial)
Market Brief
Market Brief

Forget About the Fundamentals (Controversial)

It’s Ross Givens here, with Chart of the Day. Entering 2024 with the wind at our backs. As history echoes this year's double-digit market surge in the final two months, optimism prevails. Brace for a January and first-quarter boom, setting the stage for a promising year ahead. In my journey to...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
The “Fed Indecision” Opportunity
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Stock Surge Daily

The “Fed Indecision” Opportunity

Hey, Ross here: And here’s a chart highlighting the market indecision caused by the Fed yesterday. Chart of the Day The Fed paused hikes as expected yesterday. But it was also more hawkish than expected in its statement, hinting that it might hike rates two more times this year. This has created a bit of […]

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
A Reckless Bear Market
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Market Brief

A Reckless Bear Market

Hey, Ross here: As of last Friday’s close, the Nasdaq is down 22.7%, while the S&P 500 is down 17.5%. In short, the Nasdaq is already in a bear market… And I...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
This Market is Now “All Out Offense”
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Market Brief

This Market is Now “All Out Offense”

Hey, Ross here: The Fed is widely expected to cut rates tomorrow. That may or may not result in a big market surge (I’ll explain later). But in the leadup to...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
Bullish Pattern Forming
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Market Brief

Bullish Pattern Forming

Hey, Ross here: Markets predictably declined yesterday after the hot inflation report. But – the decline was much lower than most expected. The S&P 500 only...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
This Just Spooked the Market
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Market Brief

This Just Spooked the Market

The government shutdown hasn’t hit the markets yet, but it’s about to stir things up. With key economic data, like job numbers, delayed indefinitely, we could see volatility spike—especially in October, historically the most turbulent month. The “smart money” is already moving, and that’s where the...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
I’m Seeing BIG Bets on Small-Cap Stocks
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Market Brief

I’m Seeing BIG Bets on Small-Cap Stocks

Hey, Ross here! Last Wednesday, the Fed slashed rates by 0.50%, yet the 10-year Treasury yield shot up and has been rising almost every day since. Stocks are also climbing, despite typically moving opposite to Treasury yields. What's driving this? I believe it's the market's expectation of a “soft...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
Wall Street is Bullish on This Underrated Sector
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Market Brief

Wall Street is Bullish on This Underrated Sector

Hey, Ross here: Yesterday, Fed Chair Powell gave a speech that talked about the challenges of balancing inflation and the jobs market. The S&P 500 dropped by...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
A Target-Rich Environment
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Market Brief

A Target-Rich Environment

Hey, Ross here! Welcome back. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq closed lower for the week – marking the second consecutive weekly decline. This is the “worst” weekly performance since June last year. And yet, as today’s chart shows, we’re in a target-rich environment.

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
How to Profit from Powell’s Big Mouth
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Market Brief

How to Profit from Powell’s Big Mouth

It’s Ross Givens here, with Chart of the Day. Entering 2024 with the wind at our backs. As history echoes this year's double-digit market surge in the final two months, optimism prevails. Brace for a January and first-quarter boom, setting the stage for a promising year ahead. In my journey to...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
By the Time This Happens, It’s Too Late
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Stock Surge Daily

By the Time This Happens, It’s Too Late

Hey, Ross here: As corporate earnings kick off, check out your actionable trade idea of the day. Chart of the Day ONON is the maker of the popular OnCloud running shoes. The company has experienced tremendous growth over the last few years. I even see it here. They’re on the feet of every soccer mom […]

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
Still Too Many Bears Left
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Market Brief

Still Too Many Bears Left

Hey, Ross here: Markets continue rising… And as is always the case in strong rallies, the bears start chattering about things getting “overbought”. But here’s...

Apr 2, 2026 Read article
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