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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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I’m Liking What I’m Seeing in the Markets
Market Brief
Market Brief

I’m Liking What I’m Seeing in the Markets

Hey, Ross here! Over the past six months, the S&P 500 has shown strong price action, with a summer rally and key support levels holding steady. After last week’s upside reversal following the CPI report and the Fed’s rate cut, the market broke into new highs on heavy volume. My analysis shows the...

Sep 23, 2024 Read article
Finding the Non-Obvious Opportunities
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Market Brief

Finding the Non-Obvious Opportunities

Hey, Ross here! While the S&P 500 just hit new all-time highs, the Equal-Weighted S&P 500 (RSP) was already soaring days before the Fed's rate cut. Most traders missed this early surge because they only focus on the "obvious" market metrics. But as I’ll explain in today’s Insight, the biggest...

Sep 20, 2024 Read article
Why the Market Fell After the Rate Cut
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Market Brief

Why the Market Fell After the Rate Cut

Hey, Ross here! When the Fed cuts rates while the S&P 500 is at or near all-time highs, history shows a clear pattern: the index tends to be up 9.8% a year later. But in the short term, it's a different story. One month after the cut, the median return is negative, especially when factoring in...

Sep 19, 2024 Read article
Half the Market Will be Caught by Surprise
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Market Brief

Half the Market Will be Caught by Surprise

Hey, Ross here! In just a few hours, the Fed will announce its rate cut, and the market is split on how much it'll be. Volatility is almost guaranteed, and while many traders will be caught off guard, this creates a perfect opportunity for us. At 3 p.m. ET today, I’m going live with a masterclass...

Sep 18, 2024 Read article
The Dangers of “Headline-Making” Stocks
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Market Brief

The Dangers of “Headline-Making” Stocks

Hey, Ross here! Today, I want to highlight a critical lesson about the dangers of fixating on the “headline-making” stocks—specifically, the Magnificent Seven. While these stocks may grab attention, they've significantly underperformed compared to the rest of the S&P 500 since July's market peak...

Sep 17, 2024 Read article
This Tells Me Where the Market is Headed Next
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Market Brief

This Tells Me Where the Market is Headed Next

Last week, we saw one of the strongest market moves following one of the weakest. Now, the big question is: where’s the market headed next? Wednesday’s CPI report gave us a clue. After an initial selloff, buyers swooped in, sparking a massive reversal by the close. This kind of action, where stocks...

Sep 16, 2024 Read article
Will Stocks Fall After the Fed Meeting?
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Market Brief

Will Stocks Fall After the Fed Meeting?

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 13, 2024 Read article
This Critical Support Level is Holding Up
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Market Brief

This Critical Support Level is Holding Up

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 12, 2024 Read article
How Many Rate Cuts are Already Priced In?
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Market Brief

How Many Rate Cuts are Already Priced In?

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 11, 2024 Read article
$6.3 Trillion in Dry Powder on the Sidelines
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Market Brief

$6.3 Trillion in Dry Powder on the Sidelines

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 10, 2024 Read article
Critical Price Level I’m Watching in This Selloff
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Market Brief

Critical Price Level I’m Watching in This Selloff

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 9, 2024 Read article
Market Sentiment is Not What It Seems
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Market Brief

Market Sentiment is Not What It Seems

Markets are soaring to new all-time highs, and the bears are out in full force. But don't be fooled—this bull market extends beyond the U.S. Today's chart highlights the All-Country World Index, showcasing the global market's performance. It’s at an all-time high too, proving the American bull...

Sep 6, 2024 Read article
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