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Daily stock market analysis, trade alerts, and trading education from Ross Givens and the Traders Agency team.
Are We Seeing Cracks in Market Sentiment?
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...
The Dangers of Listening to “Forecasters”
Hey friend, Ross here. After last week's subdued market response to the CPI report, many might overlook the subtle, yet steady gains we're seeing. Here’s the thing about the market: it moves at two speeds—gradually, then suddenly. That sudden leap is where many traders find themselves off-guard...
Do You Respect Volatility?
Hey friend, Let’s see how the markets have been moving. The Daily Direction Note: Indexes closed lower again yesterday after the latest Fed minutes showed officials still classifying inflation as a “significant” risk – raising fears of higher-for-longer interest rates. No change in any directions, however. The Daily Nugget Volatility is something to be respected […]
Smart Traders LOVE This
Home prices surprised to the upside this morning, and business sentiment quietly improved too—small wins that hint at a sturdier economy. But while headlines stay busy, markets often get oddly calm at year-end as pros step away and trading volume thins out. In today’s Daily Nugget, I break down why...
Exactly What We Want to See in 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...
Election Day Eve and My Thoughts on the Market
Hey, everyone. Joshua Martinez here with tradersagency.com and welcome to this week’s idea. Today’s date is November 2nd, 2020. Okay, so tomorrow is US presidential election and here’s the deal. I’m flat. I’m out. I’m not trading currently. I’m going to be waiting for the announcement to take place who the winner is tomorrow, and […]
Leverage my knowledge for your own gain
Good morning, Traders! The Nasdaq futures market (NQ) is getting very close to the daily up Fibonacci. The long-term and short-term directions are both up, but we’re pushing just below the 14895.5 limit. Once the market hits that limit, we should be prepared for a retracement (temporary price drop) before the next rally. Remember that the … The post Leverage my knowledge for your own gain appeared first on Josh Daily Direction.
Don’t be Surprised If This Happens in March
Hey, Ross here: Last week was a tough one for the markets. Investors got some relief on Friday… But as today’s chart shows – don’t be surprised if we get more...
Next on the Market’s To-Do List
Hey, Ross here: As widely expected, the Fed held interest rates steady yesterday. Most surprisingly, Powell didn’t screw this beginning rally up – despite doing his best to keep the door open for future rate hikes. With that said, let’s look at a chart that explains what’s next on the market’s to-do list. Chart of […]
This Will Keep Happening in the Market
Hey friend, Not much data this morning – just the Chicago Business Barometer, a gauge of business sentiment. It came in at a five-month low and below...
Nasdaq 3,500 Tick Trade Opportunity!
Hey everyone. I hope you enjoy this content, and don’t forget to click that subscribe button and hit that bell to be notified of upcoming videos. Hey everyone. Josh Martinez here, and welcome to This Week’s Idea. Today’s date is September the 27th, 2021. We are trying a new format so let me know in […]
How to Stop Being Average (Plus Another Pullback Opportunity)
Hey, Ross here: And here’s another fast actionable trade idea for you. Chart of the Day STMicroelectronics (STM) is one of the top semiconductor stocks in the industry. Last week it made new all-time highs. Then it pulled back in this week’s growth stock decline. There are several reasons I like this trade. First, look […]
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