[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] In today’s video we look at the bullish response to the Fed leaving rates unchanged. We discuss peak interest rates. We also discuss how the Fed signaled justification to raise rates and the reason why they didn’t raise rates.

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] Swing traders and especially intraday traders continue to enjoy higher volatility and greater intraday ranges, and that isn’t likely to change soon. In tonight’s video, we pinpoint what the Federal Reserve is all-but-certain to announce at its monthly meeting tomorrow – and how it could affect stocks, interest rates, and bonds. We also cover some of the key stocks that have yet to report earnings this week, including the big one, Apple (AAPL).

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] Financials popped on Monday ahead of central bank announcements from the BOJ and Federal Reserve. Are banks and financials poised to rally on a shift in policy? The dollar may be a big key for the next move in the market.

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] -Tech troubles sustained -Russell finding its inner bear -Financials have considerable implications -Bonds consolidated but not out of danger -The FED cometh and on strong data (GPD, spending) SPX Expected Move – -Last Week – 93.72 (expected move 5 day week) -Next Week – 96.77 (expected move 5 day week)

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] In today’s video we look at increased volatility in bond prices. We discuss a possible bounce and bond yield peak. We also discuss which areas of the market should benefit from peak yields.

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] Summary: 1. The markets have returned to a state known as the “volatility Hurt Locker”, characterized by intense fluctuations, as indicated by the S&P 500’s recent decline by about 53 handles. 2. A significant market level, 4211 in the S&P futures, is considered pivotal; trading below this number has historically resulted in high volatility and challenging trading environments. 3. Despite earnings reports from tech companies like Meta, there’s no significant material impact on the major indices like the NASDAQ or S&P 500 as of now. 4. Major tech companies, especially Amazon, may significantly influence market trends, with Amazon’s upcoming earnings report causing some concern due to potential implications for the tech sector as a whole. 5. The bond market appears to be in a downturn, with a potential for a further significant decline, while the S&P 500 remains in a

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] We’re seeing higher than usual volatility both in headline news risk but also major stocks reporting earnings before and after the bell. While we continue to see higher risk in higher volatility, along with surprises, we’re also seeing aggressive trading opportunities as well. Here’s your guide to the earnings past, present, and yet to come.

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] Markets temporarily reversed following a message on X by Bill Ackman. The five word message, “We covered our bond short.” With yields testing 5%, it;s a natural position to cover, but it’s the implications that are both bullish for bonds and largely bearish for the market. (OXY, NEE, WPM, GDX, FXI, MARA, TLT).

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] -Bonds have crashed -Vol elevated but is it high enough? -Tech getting dangerous with earnings coming -Risk/reward and capital preservation SPX Expected Move- -Last Week – 90.24 (expected move 5 day week) -Next Week – 93.72 (expected move 5 day week)

[video_player type=”embed” style=”1″ dimensions=”640×360″ width=”640″ height=”360″ align=”center” margin_top=”0″ margin_bottom=”20″ ipad_color=”black”][/video_player] In today’s video we discuss Geopolitical risks and uncertainty, focussing on Middle Eastern conflict and we review major events in recent history and the impact on oil and the U.S. economy. We also look at a pairs trade opportunity during these moments of risk, considering a trade in favor of consumer staples over consumer discretionary.