Stock Market Shake-Up: The September Story You Should Know
Wall Street Sees Earnings Forecast Declines as S&P 500 Slips 4% in September Amid concerns over the impact of surging Treasury yields on equities, the downward revisions in S&P 500 earnings forecasts are adding to investor unease. Nicholas Colas, co-founder of DataTrek Research, noted that after weeks of positive or steady adjustments to 2023 and […]
Market Manipulation ?Do You Think This is Fair? It Happens Every Trading Day
The financial world is a complex and dynamic place where fortunes can be made or lost in the blink of an eye. Behind the scenes, there are strategies and tactics employed by traders, hedge funds, and even institutions that shape market outcomes. These tactics, often referred to as market manipulation, raise critical questions about fairness […]
Investor Concerns Rise as S&P 500 Futures Extend Their Descent
Monday morning saw a reversal in fortune for U.S. stock futures, as they surrendered their early gains. Here’s a summary of what unfolded: Recapping Friday’s performance, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) saw a 107-point loss, marking a 0.31% drop to 33,964. The S&P 500 (SPX) also declined by 10 points, or 0.23%, reaching 4,320, […]
U.S. Dollar’s ‘Golden Cross’ Signals Warning for Stock Market
The Greenback Extends Its Winning Streak for the 10th Consecutive Week, Marking Its Longest Run Since 2014 In a significant development, the U.S. dollar has achieved its first “golden cross” since July 2021, raising the prospect of further upward momentum and potential challenges for the stock market. As we approach the end of the week, […]
S&P 500 Futures Rally as Fed Signals Higher-for-Longer Rates
On Friday, U.S. stock index futures exhibited predominantly positive movements, marking a shift from their previous trend following the Federal Reserve’s recent announcement of an increased interest-rate forecast for the upcoming year on Wednesday. What’s happening On Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average experienced a decrease of 370 points, equivalent to a 1.08% decline, reaching […]
Treasury Yields Soar, U.S. Stock Futures React
The interest rate on the 10-year Treasury note has reached its highest level in 16 years. Early Thursday, futures for U.S. stock indexes experienced a significant decline as the Dow Jones Industrial Average was predicted to drop by 200 points upon opening. This downward trend was driven by increasing Treasury yields and a stronger U.S. […]
Trading Webinar – The Lazy Brilliant Way to Day Trade
Trading in the financial markets can be an exhilarating yet challenging endeavor. Whether you’re an experienced trader or just starting, you’re likely aware of the countless strategies and tools available to make trading decisions. But what if I told you there was a “lazy brilliant” way to approach day trading that simplifies the process while […]
Price Action Trading Automation
In the dynamic world of trading, keeping up with market movements and seizing opportunities swiftly can be a challenging task. That’s where Price Action Trading Automation comes into play. ?? The Power of Price Action Trading Price action trading is a methodology that relies on the analysis of price movements and chart patterns to make […]
Fed Decision Impact: U.S. Stock Futures on the Rise
U.S. stock futures are edging higher as traders await the Federal Reserve’s decision and Chairman Powell’s comments. Meanwhile, oil prices have pulled back from their recent 10-month highs, and Treasury yields have eased from multi-year peaks. Current Stock Futures: Tuesday’s Market Performance: Market Outlook: U.S. markets are exhibiting subdued activity as traders brace themselves ahead […]
How High Frequency Trading Works, Trading Speed, and the Flash Crash
High-Frequency Trading (HFT) is a type of algorithmic trading that involves executing a large number of trades at incredibly high speeds. Here’s how it works: ? Trading Speed The speed at which HFT operates is mind-boggling: ? The Flash Crash of 2010 The Flash Crash of May 6, 2010, remains a significant event in the […]