All Quiet on the Inflation Front?
--tech took a collective hit --triple witching hedges coming off --FEDs back in town! --bonds, continuation to the downside? --oil, dollar, vol Get your trade on-- This week's Profits and Losses --covered /ES calls +50% gain --covered /MES calls +50% gain --WMT, MSFT updates SPX Expected Move-- --last week-- 59.21 (expected move 5 day…
The Stock Markets Worst Fear Is Coming True?
In today's video we look at VIX near annual lows. We look at record high consumer debt and mortgage debt with rising interest rates. We also discuss junk bonds and the Hindenburg Omen.
Inflation is Back: Navigating the Stalled Market
Don discusses the current state of the market. He notes a noticeable stagnation in the market with minimal trade action and significant bifurcations, particularly in the tech sector. Despite the current lull, he suggests that this might be an opportune time to sell options premiums, anticipating a volatility crush. However, he warns of potential volatility…
CPI Planning: Inflation Rising? What that means for markets
The economic and earnings calendar is light again this week but the highlight will likely be the inflation measures we get from the Consumer Price Index (CPI) Wednesday morning. The market is already pricing in that inflation is rising, but by how much and will there be any surprises? In tonight's video we focus on…
Market Pops on AMZN & TSLA, Staples Surge...Cannabis Munchies
It was an unusual day as Consumer Cyclicals Surged on AMZN and TSLA movement. As a data-heavy week approaches, the binging on Cylicals and Staples may be premature. Key CPI, PPI and retail sales may create volatility as the market sorts out the Fed's next move ($VALE, $EWZ, $GOOG, $UPS, $HYG, $KHC, $AMZN).
Tech is Down but Far from Out!
—tech bifurcation —triple witching and the /ES roll —CPI, PPI, and the chaos of economic data —small caps, RUT getting ripped! —strong dollar, higher rates indicate risk ahead Get your trade on-- This week's Profits and Losses --covered /ES calls +50% gain --covered /MES calls +50% gain SPX Expected Move-- -last week - 47.56 (expected…
Oil Boosts TSLA and China leaves AAPL on Slippery Slope
In today's video we look at the correlation between TSLA and oil prices. We discuss both the correlation between AAPL and FXI as well as the iPhone ban in China.
Tech Titans Teetering: Apple and Nvidia Shift Markets
In "Tech Titans Teetering: Apple and Nvidia Shift Markets," we delve into the recent market fluctuations involving two of the tech industry's giants, Apple and Nvidia. As these monsters of tech undergo notable shifts, their trajectories are causing ripples across the technology sector. This analysis sheds light on the potential implications and future outlook for…
Listening to the Message the Sectors are Sending as we Start September
It's a new month here in TheoTrade and we're taking a moment at the start of the month to highlight the two strongest sectors - and why they remain strong - against the two weakest sectors and how most sectors are meandering near the middle of unchanged so far. In tonight's video, we take a…
Why is Bad Economic Data Boosting the Stock Market?
—Bonds —options activity in Tech —bad economic times so good ? —Skew / volatility —strong dollar inflationary warning ? Get your trade on-- This week's Profits and Losses --covered /ES puts 50% gain --opened /ES strangle against existing hedges --closed TLT bullish in/out spread 55% gain SPX Expected Move-- -last week- 66.85 (expected move 5…