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Powell is not dovish, markets pull back

Markets have rallied to all-time highs but the rally is running out of steam. Investors are becoming cautious following a mixed close yesterday and positive developments from the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and U.S.-China trade talks. While Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish comments tempered expectations for a December rate cut, perceived progress in the […]

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S&P 500 hits new highs but market breadth deteriorates

Equity markets continue to make new highs, with momentum driven by AI optimism, record highs in major indices, and anticipation of both Federal Reserve rate action and key tech earnings releases today. Today is a pivotal day for markets, with two major catalysts, Fed decision and Big tech earnings. The FOMC is widely expected to

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Tesla earnings disappoint at the end of an Elliott wave

Markets closed lower yesterday, with the S&P 500 off 0.5%, driven by weak guidance from semiconductor firms like Texas Instruments and a post-earnings slump in Netflix. Tesla’s shares fell sharply in after-hours trading yesterday after the EV giant reported earnings that missed estimates, despite revenue growth, adding pressure on tech-heavy indices. The reaction underscores how

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Gold is not crashing, it is a pause in the uptrend

The S&P 500 is still near its all-time high, the FTSE is well below its all-time high, Bitcoin has turned down and gold is in a raging bull market. Gold and Bitcoin are driven by similar factors yet their prices are diverging. Bitcoin is sensitive to the S&P 500 movements, they tend to move together

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U.S. stocks rebound but Bitcoin resumes its decline

The S&P 500 surged 1.07% to close near the all-time high, optimism is growing after President Trump’s comments that “high tariffs on China are unsustainable,” with in-person talks slated for late October ahead of the APEC summit (Oct 31–Nov 1). This has eased fears from earlier escalations, supporting a rebound in tech and export-heavy stocks

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The trend in risk assets has probably turned down

U.S.–China trade tensions flared again on Friday. The U.S. has threatened 100% tariffs on Chinese goods in response to new export controls, and China has responded with countermeasures. That escalation spooked global markets, the Dow dropped nearly 900 points and the Nasdaq fell over 3.5%, wiping out about $2 trillion in market value. But today

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Trouble Brewing: Investors seek shelter as Fed uncertainty builds

Futures are pointing to modest gains amid anticipation for the Federal Reserve’s September meeting minutes (FOMC) release expected at 7pm. However, ongoing economic uncertainties from a prolonged government shutdown and sticky inflation are tempering enthusiasm, potentially leading to volatility as traders digest fresh Fed insights. This FOMC statement could highlight internal divisions on the pace

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AMD’s multibillion-dollar OpenAI partnership boosts stocks

Broader sentiment remains bullish, with the S&P making new all-time high underscoring resilience. AI-driven momentum, highlighted by AMD’s multibillion-dollar OpenAI partnership (boosting AMD +23.7%), has broadened participation beyond mega-caps, lifting small-caps (Russell 2000 closed above 2,500 for the first time). Yet, technical and fundamentals indicators warn of a potential shakeout amid overbought conditions. The rally

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Is gold warning us of a potential crisis?

The U.S. government shutdown—now in its fifth day—has delayed key reports like Friday’s September jobs data, adding uncertainty. Markets have historically weathered short shutdowns well, but a prolonged one could weigh on sentiment if it impacts economic indicators. Investors are betting on a quick resolution, viewing it as temporary noise. Last week, stocks shrugged it

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After the excitement, stock investors could be disappointed

Stocks are likely to open flat or slightly higher, with reduced volatility as investors assess the government shutdown’s impact and await clarity on economic data. Technology and AI stocks may continue to lead, but energy stocks could face headwinds. Investors are advised to remain diversified and cautious, as October’s historical volatility and upcoming earnings season

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