Stock Market Update: Chip Restrictions and Powell’s Speech Impact Futures
On Wednesday, stocks displayed potential instability, specifically within the tech sector. This instability stemmed from fears of additional trade restrictions on AI chips. The stock market also focused on the anticipated remarks by Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell. Futures associated with the Nasdaq Composite (^IXIC) decreased considerably, plummeting 0.45%. S&P 500 (^GSPC) Futures also experienced […]
Investor’s Guide to Rocky Stock Markets ?️: Unlocking the Power of Options in Uncertain Times ⏳
As the quarter draws to a close, the stock market seems to be losing some momentum, with speculations that investors are finally acknowledging the possibility of a delayed Fed rate hike in 2023. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite have each recorded five losing sessions out of the last six. Over the past three months, […]
The Crucial First Hour: A Guide to Effective Opening Bell Trading Techniques
Economic conditions may be challenging, with stocks experiencing significant volatility and persistent inflation, but some economists believe that these turbulent times can present new opportunities (as well as risks) for investors. What’s happening: The global economy is constantly changing. The labor market remains remarkably resilient, but other economic indicators, such as spending and manufacturing, are […]
Navigating the Stock-Market Rally: Essential Insights for Investors in the Face of S&P 500 Declines
According to data from FactSet, the S&P 500 index is expected to experience its third consecutive daily decline on Wednesday. This is the first time the index has experienced a losing streak since May 4th. However, this does not indicate that the index’s positive trend has ended. It is more likely that the upward trend […]
Expect a Bear Market in 2023, Traders Predict Recession
Is a Bear Market in 2023 coming? From the analytics, we may see the market drop and consider it a recession/bear market. This video explains why and what to look for in January. Digging deeper, inflation and interest rates are at the core of the problem. Looking at history is one measure of analysis. In […]
Day Trading Stocks vs. Trading Futures
Trading index futures, such as the E-Mini S&P 500 (ES), offers more bang for the buck as compared to trading stocks. Traders who can successfully make two to four ES points consistently can eventually increase the amount of traded contracts. In addition, futures commission charges are generally much lower than stocks, with current round-turn costs […]