Jerome Powell opened his mouth, and markets held their breath… but if you expected fireworks, you were probably disappointed. I’ve been in the cockpit most of the morning, and from what I can tell, Powell’s comments were more of the same “we’re data dependent” fluff. Meanwhile, we’ve got political noise heating up around the Fed, but don’t get lost in the fantasy of a libertarian Fed audit. You’ll just end up reading 800 pages of bureaucratic mumbo jumbo. Let’s get into the action… Key Takeaways 1. Forget Powell — Watch Bessant Representative Bessant is driving the Fed narrative more than Powell right now. The push to audit the Fed might not uncover anything scandalous, but it tells us where political energy is headed. 2. Earnings Season Ain’t Dead Yet Traders are acting like it’s over, but we’ve still got landmines out there. I’m watching for negative momentum reactions,

   Jet-lagged, caffeinated, and ready to roll… I might feel like $12 this morning, but the market doesn’t care — and neither do earnings. With the season about to kick off hard, especially in tech, we’ve got a firehose of data coming. This morning’s session was all about prepping for impact. Key Takeaways: 1. Earnings Season Is About to Ignite Reports begin rolling in tomorrow, and tech is center stage — this is where the mispricings and momentum sparks will show up. Garrett walked through how to approach these reports with a value/momentum lens — not just to chase, but to anticipate. 2. Momentum + Sector Breakdown Alongside the usual crypto check, we revisited Garrett’s checklist to gauge strength and weakness. One sector in particular got extra attention after a viewer question — Garrett broke it down live and unfiltered. What I’m Watching:The open. Always the open. With earnings

   Third Friday Fuel: Opex, Earnings, and the Trades That Matter We’re at 7,500 feet today—literally and metaphorically. Despite the altitude sickness, I’m dialed in because it’s Third Friday, and that means it’s monthly OPEX. This is one of the most tactical trading days of the month, and if you know where to look, the opportunities practically shout at you. Key Points: Monthly OPEX = Setup Goldmine OPEX days like today bring elevated volume, odd flows, and price dislocation—ripe for negative momentum trades. We’re seeing wild premiums and option expiration mechanics at work, especially with earnings right around the corner. Positioning for Macro Meets Micro We’re leaning into trades where macro forces and company-specific catalysts align—think energy, financials, and even a few overlooked names that institutions are quietly rotating into. Keep your eyes on post-earnings reversals and how hedging flows are shifting into Monday. No Coffee, No Problem—Just Celsius

   The Market Can Stay Irrational Longer Than You Can Stay SolventLet’s call it what it is — we’re standing on top of a mountain… but it’s dry, rocky, and cracking under our feet. Top Signals Are Flashing — But Timing the Drop Is a Fool’s Game We’ve got all the usual suspects lighting up: RSI, MFI, divergences, even classic volume fades. But don’t get cocky — these setups can stretch far longer than your margin account can survive. Discipline over ego, always. Don’t Blindly Short Into Strength Intraday fades? Sure — that’s where signals like RSI breakdowns work. But swinging for the fences on aggressive short plays without a plan? That’s a fast track to blowing up. We trade edges, not emotions. Let the signals confirm. Then pull the trigger. Stay Tactical in the Chaos This isn’t about “being right” — it’s about staying solvent long enough to

   “One Warning Shot Isn’t the Crash — But It’s Loud Enough to Listen” Yesterday was a shot across the bow — not a meltdown, but a message. And in these kinds of tapes, it’s not just about watching price… it’s about recognizing patterns that have warned us before. What I’m Watching: Reversal Risk Is Real The market flashed early signs of a potential reversal, and I walked through what I consider the top 10 reversal signals historically. But there’s one signal I trust most — and that’s been the most predictive driver of tops. I broke it down in detail today. Stop Guessing, Start Noticing A question came in during the Tesla Mastermind: “How do you know when the market is topping?” The answer? I don’t guess. I look at behavior — and when the crowd starts piling in, and volatility compresses… it’s usually not far off. One

 “Why CPI Doesn’t Matter (to Me) — and What Actually Does” I know it’s CPI day — and I know everyone’s hyped about the number. But let me tell you something right out the gate: I don’t care about CPI. Not in the way most people do. And here’s why… What I’m Watching: CPI Noise vs. Real Market Signals CPI came in at 2.7% — a little hot — and the market had its usual knee-jerk reaction. First pop, then fade. But I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again: the first move is often the wrong move. That’s why I’m laser-focused on VWAP today — not headlines. Why I Ignore the Hype The market is programmed to respond to CPI, but that doesn’t mean you need to trade the noise. My edge comes from preparation, price levels, and execution — not reacting to data prints everyone else

   “Vacation Chaos, Market Clarity, and the Checklist That Keeps You Grounded” Today’s session came straight from the trenches — family running wild, two days without sleep, and blinds battling the sun midstream. But here’s the thing: none of that matters when it’s game time. The market doesn’t care if you’re on vacation — it’s going to move either way. And this week? It’s moving hard. What I’m Watching: The Perfect Storm of Events Earnings, CPI, and new tariff drama all collide this week. Timing couldn’t be worse… or better, depending on your prep. With volatility rising, we’re not just guessing — we’re executing with discipline off our checklist. Daily Checklist Is the Anchor No matter the distractions, it’s the same drill: check for strength, confirm momentum, don’t deviate. Especially during noisy weeks, the routine is the strategy. Markets thrive on chaos — but traders? We thrive on consistency.

   “Friday Fire Drill: $4 Trillion in Play, Roving Arthritis, and the Week That Was” Some mornings hit different. This one started at 5:45 AM with bad coffee and a hip that decided it wanted to take center stage. But pain or not, markets don’t care — and that’s why we show up. Because opportunity doesn’t wait for you to feel good. What I’m Watching: Week-in-Review and Big Picture Recalibration It’s Friday, which means it’s not just about today’s trades — it’s about setting the tone for next week. Canada’s back in the tariff headlines, which means more macro volatility ahead. $4 Trillion in the Wings There’s massive capital still on the sidelines — and the way it enters will define Q3’s tone. Institutions don’t make decisions emotionally. They wait for signals. You should too. Some people wait for the pain to go away before they act. The smart

 “Geopolitics, Gold, and the Morning Checklist That Saves Your Neck” Woke up, cracked one eye open, and felt the market was about to move — and sure enough, copper told the whole story. When headlines shake the global table, traders either hedge early or get eaten alive at the open. What I’m Watching: Copper and Gold as the Geopolitical Tell Big moves in copper this morning signal real macro tremors — not noise. Gold’s right there too — classic fear play, but also a spot where capital seeks safety and returns. The Morning Checklist is Mandatory If you’re not fully prepared before the bell, you’re already prey. That first 10 minutes sets the tone — and it’s where professionals make their moves while others play catch-up. This market doesn’t wait for you to get ready. It opens, it moves, and it punishes hesitation. Either you’ve done the prep… or

   “Strength, Momentum, and a Thanksgiving Conversation That Still Holds True” We’re diving deep today — not just into charts or trades, but into something I’ve been holding onto for nearly a decade. It started with a Thanksgiving conversation with my father-in-law and turned into one of the most powerful lenses I use to view strength in the markets. What I’m Watching: Pure Strength — More Than Just a Strong Candle We’re not chasing — we’re filtering for assets that keep showing up on the strongest lists, day after day. These aren’t guesses. They’re names with persistent demand and price behavior that confirms the flow. Strength + Momentum — The Real Edge Momentum alone can lie. Strength by itself can fade. Together, they give you a durable signal. Today’s list is tight, curated, and built for this market cycle. The market doesn’t care how much you know — it