• IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-18 16:50

      RZLV at $1.75: The Story Keeps Improving, but the Stock Still Refuses to Confirm It

      $Rezolve AI(RZLV)$   Rezolve AI closed at $1.75, down another 5.91%, after touching $1.74. This is getting frustrating for bulls. RZLV has produced partnerships, customer wins and an increasingly ambitious AI-commerce story. Yet every promising rebound seems to attract another wave of sellers. The five-day chart captures the problem perfectly: $1.63 → $1.88 → back to $1.75. For next week, I am no longer asking whether Rezolve can produce another good announcement. I am asking: When will the market finally pay for the story? 🔴 THE PROBLEM IS PRICE ACTION RZLV bounced aggressively from around $1.63-$1.65 on 15 October. That was encouraging. But it could not hold the $1.85-$1.90 region. Thursday then erased much of the recovery. That tells me tw
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    • IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-17 14:10

      CRCL at $82: Next Week Could Decide Whether We Revisit $90 or Break Toward $75

      $Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$   CRCL ended the week at $82.22, down 5.46% on Thursday after trading as high as $87.52 and as low as $80.62. That looks ugly. But underneath the price action, Circle just delivered one of the more interesting fundamental developments of the week: it plans to expand into roughly 40 additional emerging and developing markets, while USDC adoption continues moving beyond crypto trading toward payments and settlement. So next week sets up a fascinating conflict: Fundamentals are expanding. The stock is contracting. My question is whether that divergence finally closes. 🔴 WHY CRCL COULD NOT HOLD $87 The chart tells us something important. CRCL managed to rally from roughly $75 to $87+, but sellers immediately returned
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    • Owen_trading roomOwen_trading room
      ·10-13

      Two Risk Events Ahead: Will Nvidia Lose Support? Options Strategies for Range-Bound Gold and Oil💰

      The U.S. equity market has reached a near-term high. The hardest task now is not finding opportunities, but determining what the current volatility actually means. A pullback could be a minor interruption within a consolidation phase, or it could mark the start of a decline. An attempt to move higher could quickly reverse, or it could shift the entire trading range to a higher level. This is the crossroads at which U.S. equities now stand. $标普500ETF(SPY)$ $标普500(.SPX)$ $标普500波动率指数(VIX)$ $SP500指数主连 2612(ESmain)$
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    • PawsAndProfitsPawsAndProfits
      ·10-11

      Summary of events on upcoming trading week

      Disclaimer: Nothing I say or post should be considered financial advice. Please do your own due diligence before making any investment decisions. Bank stocks will kick off their earnings this week. Lets see if they can do a meaningful bounce before fed announcement at the end of the month, or continue to be bearish d/t the rate hikes pressure.  @PawsAndProfits - Specialist in combining FA and TA for Options selling and Swing trading.[666]  
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    • PawsAndProfitsPawsAndProfits
      ·10-08

      Is the stock market finally caving in to pressure from high treasury yields?

      Disclaimer: Nothing I say or post should be considered financial advice. Please do your own due diligence before making any investment decisions. So finally, market is showing some weakness today, having a slight pullback from the new highs yesterday. Treasury yields continue to climb to higher level today. Is the market finally waking up to all the bear sentiments? Or is it just a blip? Let’s see how it progresses till the end of 2026. @PawsAndProfits - Specialist in combining FA and TA for Options selling and Swing trading.[666] 
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    • CSOP AMLCSOP AML
      ·10-07

      Softer-Than-Expected US Data Eases Rate-Hike Concerns; Japanese Chip Equipment Stocks Gained on Micron’s Upbeat Forecast 【 CSOP SG Weekly 】

      【Money Market Fund】 US$ MMF Net 7-day Yield: +3.70%* During the week, markets saw a downside surprise in revised PCE data with core PCE at 3%, compared with both the prior reading and market expectations of 3.3%. Furthermore, September’s nonfarm payrolls also missed estimates, with job gains of 29k versus the 90k expected, and unemployment rate also ticked up slightly to 4.2%, above market expectations. These developments have reduced expectations for further front-end rate hikes, although long-end yields remain elevated. Looking ahead, this week’s data calendar is relatively lighter. * 7-day net yield is calculated based on calendar days and NAVs in 5-decimal. 【REITs】 $CSOP iEdge SREIT ETF S$(SRT.SI)$ YTD total return: -9.07% As of 2 Oct 2026
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    • IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-02

      Higher Interest Rates Last Longer: I’m Not Hiding in Cash. I’m Changing What Earns the Right to Be Bought

      For years, investors were conditioned to expect the same sequence: inflation cools, interest rates fall, liquidity improves, and growth stocks get another valuation boost. What if that sequence takes much longer than expected? With the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield around the 5.3% area recently, I think the more useful question is not, “When will rates finally fall?” It is: How do I make money if high rates simply become normal? My answer is not to abandon stocks. It is to raise the hurdle rate for every dollar I invest. The 5% Problem for Stocks When safe government debt offers around 5%, stocks face real competition for capital. That matters especially for companies whose valuations depend heavily on profits many years into the future. But I don't think all equities should be treated equal
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    • rasinbunloverrasinbunlover
      ·10-01

      McDonald down 32% from its high. The burgers didn't change. The bond market did.

      Hi guys rasinbunlover here! This is my first post so I’d appreciate your view and a follow if you like my content:) Came across an interest chart, since March, the US 10Y yield has risen from ~3.95% to 5.28%. Over the same period, $MCD has fallen ~32% from its high. Almost a perfect mirror image MCD vs 10Y 🔍 Why does McDonald trade “against” yields? McDonald's is mature, slow-growing, dividend-heavy and carries a lot of debt. So the market prices it partly like a bond: Higher yields = its steady future cash flows are worth less today A 5%+ Treasury competes directly with its dividend Higher rates slowly raise its own borrowing costs 💰 What the selloff has done to the valuation Forward dividend yield ~3.3%, the highest in over a decade (dividend just raised to $1.93/quarter) P/E at its low
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    • D1aneD1ane
      ·09-30

      High Interest Rates Last Longer: How Will I Invest?

      The market has spent years getting used to the idea that interest rates will eventually come down. But what if they don’t come down as quickly as investors expect? That is the scenario I’ve been thinking about lately. A higher-for-longer rate environment changes the investment equation. It doesn’t necessarily mean avoiding stocks altogether. Instead, I think it makes valuation, cash flow, balance-sheet strength and earnings quality much more important. When money is expensive, companies have to work harder to justify aggressive expansion. A business that needs constant access to cheap debt can look very different when financing costs remain elevated. At the same time, companies with strong free cash flow and limited debt have more flexibility. For me, the biggest question isn’t simply: “Wi
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    • TigerongTigerong
      ·09-30
      Look, you'll know if you’ve been through a few market cycles, that when index gets this concentrated, when stock market gets this volatilethe world  get dangerous. During this rare and temporary extreme in the markets, I'll share how you can safely compound your wealth in the next report set yourself up for passive, work-free retirement income. One that could pay down all your expenses and continue growing over time... Without taking huge risks. And if you want to take advantage of overlooked stock market opportunities, picking up blue-chip outperformers, low-risk high dividend dominators, and more Look into various good stock to choose from ,A flood of capital keeps pushing the biggest AI & tech stocks higher and higher. Today, conditions have changed - bond yields are rising, in
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    • CSOP AMLCSOP AML
      ·09-30

      High Global Yields Weigh on REITs and Treasuries, Though S-REITs Remain Well-Positioned With Hedged Debt, Staggered Maturities and Resilient Fundamentals【 CSOP SG Weekly 】

      【Money Market Fund】 US$ MMF Net 7-day Yield: +3.66%* During the week, US treasuries sold off, with yields rising amid strong PMI data, rising energy prices, and a weak 5-year auction. US 30Y treasury yields reached 5.49% on 25 Sep 2026 (Fri). Looking ahead, a hawkish Fed, geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility would affect the trajectory of rates. * 7-day net yield is calculated based on calendar days and NAVs in 5-decimal. 【REITs】 $CSOP iEdge SREIT ETF S$(SRT.SI)$ YTD total return: -8.00% As of 25 Sep 2026, SRT declined 1.01% WTD, bringing its YTD total return to -8.00%. WTD losses were led by industrial, retail and data center by subsector, and CLAR, CICT and FCT by individual REIT. On the macro data front, Singapore core inflation ro
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    • TigerongTigerong
      ·09-29
      While higher rates do discount more of future corporate profits, fast earnings growth can outrun that. Wall Street analysts expect S&P 500 profits to grow 29% this quarter, and are raising estimates, not cutting them. Historically, stocks typically broke down only after long-term yields climbed 2–2.5% (and they’re up just 1.2% since February’s low).What happens if stocks do stumble? Bonds might be the answer. Since 1990, US Treasuries have typically cushioned the impact when stocks fell 5% or more. And if stocks keep rising instead, that’s fine too: history shows that when bond yields start this high, it has usually meant strong five-year returns. A 5% starting yield, plus the diversification bonds provide, is a compelling combination – even if fixed income isn’t the most popular kid i
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    • nerdbull1669nerdbull1669
      ·09-29

      How I Would Navigate Higher-For-Longer Rate Regime: Fixed Income Duration and Quality Equities

      The global macroeconomic landscape has decisively shifted from an era of ultra-low, zero-interest-rate policy (ZIRP) to a persistent "higher-for-longer" structural interest rate regime. In this article, we would like to share how we would navigate the higher-for-longer rate regime, with buying high yields across longer-duration fixed-income instruments while selectively buying cash-flowing, high-quality equities to avoid the risk of my cash yields dropping later. 1. The Strategic Imperative of Locking in Long-Duration Yields For years following the global financial crisis and the pandemic shock, investors grew accustomed to near-zero benchmark interest rates. Yield-seeking capital crowded into risky assets or lingered in ultra-short cash equivalents. However, the subsequent monetary tighte
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    • KentzwKentzw
      ·09-28
      High rates for longer? I’d change what I call “defensive.” If interest rates stay elevated for longer, I wouldn’t simply move everything into cash and wait. I’d look for companies that can fund themselves, generate real cash flow and still grow without relying heavily on cheap debt. That changes the way I’d look at the market. Instead of chasing the highest-growth names, I’d pay more attention to: 💰 Strong free cash flow — businesses that can fund growth internally. 🏦 Healthy balance sheets — less exposure to refinancing risk if borrowing costs remain high. 📈 Pricing power — companies that can protect margins when costs stay elevated. 💵 Shareholder returns — buybacks or dividends become more interesting when capital has a higher opportunity cost. I’d also keep some dry powder. Higher rates
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    • TigerOptionsTigerOptions
      ·09-22

      Why Venezuela Offers Halliburton Growth Without Normal Contract Certainty

      $Halliburton(HAL)$ signed memoranda of understanding with Brazil's Eneva and Venezuela's WESCA to explore oil and gas projects in Venezuela. The agreements, disclosed September 21, position Halliburton for a recovery in a country with enormous reserves and degraded infrastructure. They do not yet provide the security of funded, enforceable service contracts. Reuters' report on the agreements describes them as exploratory pacts amid renewed foreign interest. The bullish case is service intensity. Years of underinvestment mean Venezuelan fields need drilling, completions, well intervention, software and maintenance. Halliburton can earn from activity without assuming the full commodity risk of owning reserves. Early positioning may produce customer r
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    • koolgalkoolgal
      ·09-12

      The USD 100 Oil Shock: How To Protect Your Hard Earned Money

      🌟🌟🌟When crude oil prices shoot past USD 100 a barrel, that pain isn't just felt at the pump.  It sends a massive shockwave straight through Wall Street. Right now, everyday families are feeling the squeeze.  Worse yet, the latest inflation numbers show that general prices are stuck at 3.4%.  Things simply aren't cooling down. If you are a new investor, you need to know the golden rule of this market: high oil prices act like a giant tax on the economy.  Money is being violently dragged out of normal businesses and poured directly into the pockets of oil giants. If you leave your money sitting in the wrong investments, inflation will slowly est away at your savings.   But you don't have to just sit there and take the hit.  You can fight back by changing wh
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    • Andutu01Andutu01
      ·09-11
      Hello everyone, is oil gonna go up, predictions for the next Days?
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    • MojoStellarMojoStellar
      ·09-01
      Look Back, Trade Forward | Reflect on August, Plan for September August was a month worth looking back on, not just because of the numbers, but because of the lessons, discipline, and small wins along the way. I’m grateful for the opportunity to earn a few thousand dollars through my trades last month. These wins are more than just P&L on a screen, they’re slowly becoming future vacation funds, a reminder that consistent execution can create something meaningful beyond the market. One of the things I enjoyed most last month was taking the time to share the Iron Condor as a playbook, breaking down the idea of defined risk, positioning, probability, and patience. Writing about the strategy also made me reflect on my own process. Sometimes, teaching what you trade helps you understand you
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    • Ah_MengAh_Meng
      ·08-29

      Losing money in a trading session doesn't mean we can't celebrate with food

      I have come here especially to buy mooncake to take back to Australia. The traditional teochew yam paste mooncake from Crown Hotel has been shifted over here. Took me a while to find the hotel - Amara. I was basically walking passed the entrance without realisation! Ended up having lunch here as well. I was not too hungry, and they offer dim sum lunch, which suits my current lack in appetite. Had a balanced diet, a porridge (abalone anyone?), beancurd rolls and siu mai, washed down with a fine pot of Chinese tea. Oh... I forgot its free starter, a guava with dried orange peel! Totally gently sweet and refreshing...  It's not your normal dim sum... a classy one. Oh... Let's forget the price for this nice meal 😜 Let's just say the service and ambience makes up for it to give the meal a
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    • My FamilyMy Family
      ·08-28
      Come on and how.... let's goookoo
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    • IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-18 16:50

      RZLV at $1.75: The Story Keeps Improving, but the Stock Still Refuses to Confirm It

      $Rezolve AI(RZLV)$   Rezolve AI closed at $1.75, down another 5.91%, after touching $1.74. This is getting frustrating for bulls. RZLV has produced partnerships, customer wins and an increasingly ambitious AI-commerce story. Yet every promising rebound seems to attract another wave of sellers. The five-day chart captures the problem perfectly: $1.63 → $1.88 → back to $1.75. For next week, I am no longer asking whether Rezolve can produce another good announcement. I am asking: When will the market finally pay for the story? 🔴 THE PROBLEM IS PRICE ACTION RZLV bounced aggressively from around $1.63-$1.65 on 15 October. That was encouraging. But it could not hold the $1.85-$1.90 region. Thursday then erased much of the recovery. That tells me tw
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    • IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-17 14:10

      CRCL at $82: Next Week Could Decide Whether We Revisit $90 or Break Toward $75

      $Circle Internet Corp.(CRCL)$   CRCL ended the week at $82.22, down 5.46% on Thursday after trading as high as $87.52 and as low as $80.62. That looks ugly. But underneath the price action, Circle just delivered one of the more interesting fundamental developments of the week: it plans to expand into roughly 40 additional emerging and developing markets, while USDC adoption continues moving beyond crypto trading toward payments and settlement. So next week sets up a fascinating conflict: Fundamentals are expanding. The stock is contracting. My question is whether that divergence finally closes. 🔴 WHY CRCL COULD NOT HOLD $87 The chart tells us something important. CRCL managed to rally from roughly $75 to $87+, but sellers immediately returned
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    • Owen_trading roomOwen_trading room
      ·10-13

      Two Risk Events Ahead: Will Nvidia Lose Support? Options Strategies for Range-Bound Gold and Oil💰

      The U.S. equity market has reached a near-term high. The hardest task now is not finding opportunities, but determining what the current volatility actually means. A pullback could be a minor interruption within a consolidation phase, or it could mark the start of a decline. An attempt to move higher could quickly reverse, or it could shift the entire trading range to a higher level. This is the crossroads at which U.S. equities now stand. $标普500ETF(SPY)$ $标普500(.SPX)$ $标普500波动率指数(VIX)$ $SP500指数主连 2612(ESmain)$
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    • CSOP AMLCSOP AML
      ·10-07

      Softer-Than-Expected US Data Eases Rate-Hike Concerns; Japanese Chip Equipment Stocks Gained on Micron’s Upbeat Forecast 【 CSOP SG Weekly 】

      【Money Market Fund】 US$ MMF Net 7-day Yield: +3.70%* During the week, markets saw a downside surprise in revised PCE data with core PCE at 3%, compared with both the prior reading and market expectations of 3.3%. Furthermore, September’s nonfarm payrolls also missed estimates, with job gains of 29k versus the 90k expected, and unemployment rate also ticked up slightly to 4.2%, above market expectations. These developments have reduced expectations for further front-end rate hikes, although long-end yields remain elevated. Looking ahead, this week’s data calendar is relatively lighter. * 7-day net yield is calculated based on calendar days and NAVs in 5-decimal. 【REITs】 $CSOP iEdge SREIT ETF S$(SRT.SI)$ YTD total return: -9.07% As of 2 Oct 2026
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    • IsleighIsleigh
      ·10-02

      Higher Interest Rates Last Longer: I’m Not Hiding in Cash. I’m Changing What Earns the Right to Be Bought

      For years, investors were conditioned to expect the same sequence: inflation cools, interest rates fall, liquidity improves, and growth stocks get another valuation boost. What if that sequence takes much longer than expected? With the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield around the 5.3% area recently, I think the more useful question is not, “When will rates finally fall?” It is: How do I make money if high rates simply become normal? My answer is not to abandon stocks. It is to raise the hurdle rate for every dollar I invest. The 5% Problem for Stocks When safe government debt offers around 5%, stocks face real competition for capital. That matters especially for companies whose valuations depend heavily on profits many years into the future. But I don't think all equities should be treated equal
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      Higher Interest Rates Last Longer: I’m Not Hiding in Cash. I’m Changing What Earns the Right to Be Bought
    • nerdbull1669nerdbull1669
      ·09-29

      How I Would Navigate Higher-For-Longer Rate Regime: Fixed Income Duration and Quality Equities

      The global macroeconomic landscape has decisively shifted from an era of ultra-low, zero-interest-rate policy (ZIRP) to a persistent "higher-for-longer" structural interest rate regime. In this article, we would like to share how we would navigate the higher-for-longer rate regime, with buying high yields across longer-duration fixed-income instruments while selectively buying cash-flowing, high-quality equities to avoid the risk of my cash yields dropping later. 1. The Strategic Imperative of Locking in Long-Duration Yields For years following the global financial crisis and the pandemic shock, investors grew accustomed to near-zero benchmark interest rates. Yield-seeking capital crowded into risky assets or lingered in ultra-short cash equivalents. However, the subsequent monetary tighte
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    • CSOP AMLCSOP AML
      ·09-30

      High Global Yields Weigh on REITs and Treasuries, Though S-REITs Remain Well-Positioned With Hedged Debt, Staggered Maturities and Resilient Fundamentals【 CSOP SG Weekly 】

      【Money Market Fund】 US$ MMF Net 7-day Yield: +3.66%* During the week, US treasuries sold off, with yields rising amid strong PMI data, rising energy prices, and a weak 5-year auction. US 30Y treasury yields reached 5.49% on 25 Sep 2026 (Fri). Looking ahead, a hawkish Fed, geopolitical uncertainty and market volatility would affect the trajectory of rates. * 7-day net yield is calculated based on calendar days and NAVs in 5-decimal. 【REITs】 $CSOP iEdge SREIT ETF S$(SRT.SI)$ YTD total return: -8.00% As of 25 Sep 2026, SRT declined 1.01% WTD, bringing its YTD total return to -8.00%. WTD losses were led by industrial, retail and data center by subsector, and CLAR, CICT and FCT by individual REIT. On the macro data front, Singapore core inflation ro
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    • D1aneD1ane
      ·09-30

      High Interest Rates Last Longer: How Will I Invest?

      The market has spent years getting used to the idea that interest rates will eventually come down. But what if they don’t come down as quickly as investors expect? That is the scenario I’ve been thinking about lately. A higher-for-longer rate environment changes the investment equation. It doesn’t necessarily mean avoiding stocks altogether. Instead, I think it makes valuation, cash flow, balance-sheet strength and earnings quality much more important. When money is expensive, companies have to work harder to justify aggressive expansion. A business that needs constant access to cheap debt can look very different when financing costs remain elevated. At the same time, companies with strong free cash flow and limited debt have more flexibility. For me, the biggest question isn’t simply: “Wi
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    • PawsAndProfitsPawsAndProfits
      ·10-08

      Is the stock market finally caving in to pressure from high treasury yields?

      Disclaimer: Nothing I say or post should be considered financial advice. Please do your own due diligence before making any investment decisions. So finally, market is showing some weakness today, having a slight pullback from the new highs yesterday. Treasury yields continue to climb to higher level today. Is the market finally waking up to all the bear sentiments? Or is it just a blip? Let’s see how it progresses till the end of 2026. @PawsAndProfits - Specialist in combining FA and TA for Options selling and Swing trading.[666] 
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    • rasinbunloverrasinbunlover
      ·10-01

      McDonald down 32% from its high. The burgers didn't change. The bond market did.

      Hi guys rasinbunlover here! This is my first post so I’d appreciate your view and a follow if you like my content:) Came across an interest chart, since March, the US 10Y yield has risen from ~3.95% to 5.28%. Over the same period, $MCD has fallen ~32% from its high. Almost a perfect mirror image MCD vs 10Y 🔍 Why does McDonald trade “against” yields? McDonald's is mature, slow-growing, dividend-heavy and carries a lot of debt. So the market prices it partly like a bond: Higher yields = its steady future cash flows are worth less today A 5%+ Treasury competes directly with its dividend Higher rates slowly raise its own borrowing costs 💰 What the selloff has done to the valuation Forward dividend yield ~3.3%, the highest in over a decade (dividend just raised to $1.93/quarter) P/E at its low
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    • PawsAndProfitsPawsAndProfits
      ·10-11

      Summary of events on upcoming trading week

      Disclaimer: Nothing I say or post should be considered financial advice. Please do your own due diligence before making any investment decisions. Bank stocks will kick off their earnings this week. Lets see if they can do a meaningful bounce before fed announcement at the end of the month, or continue to be bearish d/t the rate hikes pressure.  @PawsAndProfits - Specialist in combining FA and TA for Options selling and Swing trading.[666]  
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    • koolgalkoolgal
      ·09-12

      The USD 100 Oil Shock: How To Protect Your Hard Earned Money

      🌟🌟🌟When crude oil prices shoot past USD 100 a barrel, that pain isn't just felt at the pump.  It sends a massive shockwave straight through Wall Street. Right now, everyday families are feeling the squeeze.  Worse yet, the latest inflation numbers show that general prices are stuck at 3.4%.  Things simply aren't cooling down. If you are a new investor, you need to know the golden rule of this market: high oil prices act like a giant tax on the economy.  Money is being violently dragged out of normal businesses and poured directly into the pockets of oil giants. If you leave your money sitting in the wrong investments, inflation will slowly est away at your savings.   But you don't have to just sit there and take the hit.  You can fight back by changing wh
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    • TigerOptionsTigerOptions
      ·09-22

      Why Venezuela Offers Halliburton Growth Without Normal Contract Certainty

      $Halliburton(HAL)$ signed memoranda of understanding with Brazil's Eneva and Venezuela's WESCA to explore oil and gas projects in Venezuela. The agreements, disclosed September 21, position Halliburton for a recovery in a country with enormous reserves and degraded infrastructure. They do not yet provide the security of funded, enforceable service contracts. Reuters' report on the agreements describes them as exploratory pacts amid renewed foreign interest. The bullish case is service intensity. Years of underinvestment mean Venezuelan fields need drilling, completions, well intervention, software and maintenance. Halliburton can earn from activity without assuming the full commodity risk of owning reserves. Early positioning may produce customer r
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    • KentzwKentzw
      ·09-28
      High rates for longer? I’d change what I call “defensive.” If interest rates stay elevated for longer, I wouldn’t simply move everything into cash and wait. I’d look for companies that can fund themselves, generate real cash flow and still grow without relying heavily on cheap debt. That changes the way I’d look at the market. Instead of chasing the highest-growth names, I’d pay more attention to: 💰 Strong free cash flow — businesses that can fund growth internally. 🏦 Healthy balance sheets — less exposure to refinancing risk if borrowing costs remain high. 📈 Pricing power — companies that can protect margins when costs stay elevated. 💵 Shareholder returns — buybacks or dividends become more interesting when capital has a higher opportunity cost. I’d also keep some dry powder. Higher rates
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    • TigerongTigerong
      ·09-29
      While higher rates do discount more of future corporate profits, fast earnings growth can outrun that. Wall Street analysts expect S&P 500 profits to grow 29% this quarter, and are raising estimates, not cutting them. Historically, stocks typically broke down only after long-term yields climbed 2–2.5% (and they’re up just 1.2% since February’s low).What happens if stocks do stumble? Bonds might be the answer. Since 1990, US Treasuries have typically cushioned the impact when stocks fell 5% or more. And if stocks keep rising instead, that’s fine too: history shows that when bond yields start this high, it has usually meant strong five-year returns. A 5% starting yield, plus the diversification bonds provide, is a compelling combination – even if fixed income isn’t the most popular kid i
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    • TigerongTigerong
      ·09-30
      Look, you'll know if you’ve been through a few market cycles, that when index gets this concentrated, when stock market gets this volatilethe world  get dangerous. During this rare and temporary extreme in the markets, I'll share how you can safely compound your wealth in the next report set yourself up for passive, work-free retirement income. One that could pay down all your expenses and continue growing over time... Without taking huge risks. And if you want to take advantage of overlooked stock market opportunities, picking up blue-chip outperformers, low-risk high dividend dominators, and more Look into various good stock to choose from ,A flood of capital keeps pushing the biggest AI & tech stocks higher and higher. Today, conditions have changed - bond yields are rising, in
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    • Tiger_commentsTiger_comments
      ·08-25

      The Market Is Rotating: Expensive AI Out, Financials and Consumer Stocks In

      The Nasdaq fell while the Dow advanced. Nvidia and memory stocks sold off, while Visa, Mastercard, JPMorgan, Coca-Cola and Expedia moved higher. Money is not necessarily leaving U.S. equities—it is becoming more selective. The most important signal from the latest session was not the index decline itself. It was the widening divergence between market sectors. Nasdaq: -0.76% S&P 500: -0.28% Dow Jones: +0.26% QQQ: approximately -1.0% Technology ETF XLK: approximately -1.8% Equal-weight S&P 500 ETF RSP: +0.1% The contrast was even clearer at the stock level. AI and semiconductor names weakened: Nvidia: -2.9% Micron: -5.9% Sandisk: -6.5% Broadcom: -2.6% Semiconductor ETF SMH: -2.5% Meanwhile, financials and selected consumer names attracted buyers: Financial ETF XLF: +1.3% JPMorgan: +1
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    • Ah_MengAh_Meng
      ·08-29

      Losing money in a trading session doesn't mean we can't celebrate with food

      I have come here especially to buy mooncake to take back to Australia. The traditional teochew yam paste mooncake from Crown Hotel has been shifted over here. Took me a while to find the hotel - Amara. I was basically walking passed the entrance without realisation! Ended up having lunch here as well. I was not too hungry, and they offer dim sum lunch, which suits my current lack in appetite. Had a balanced diet, a porridge (abalone anyone?), beancurd rolls and siu mai, washed down with a fine pot of Chinese tea. Oh... I forgot its free starter, a guava with dried orange peel! Totally gently sweet and refreshing...  It's not your normal dim sum... a classy one. Oh... Let's forget the price for this nice meal 😜 Let's just say the service and ambience makes up for it to give the meal a
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    • koolgalkoolgal
      ·08-19

      S&P500 Skids Under Rising Bond Yields: What Should Investors Do?

      🌟🌟🌟The post earnings carnival has hit a massive wall of global reality.  The S&P500 slipped 0.69% while the tech heavy Nasdaq 100 tumbled 1.33% today as skyrocketing global bond yields and relentless USD 90+ oil prices choked out equity momentum. While high flying tech sectors suffered sharp mid day reversals, the S&P 500 Energy Sector Index was the lone green beacon on Wall Street, surging 1.8% to eye an all time high. Why is The Market Tumbling Today? The sudden slide isn't an isolated anomaly.  It is a direct consequence of a massive worldwide bond market rout crushing speculative valuations: The Multi Decade Yield Spike: The US 30 year Treasury Bond yield blasted to a fresh 19 year high of 5.33%.  Spilling from a hot economic print in Japan, global borrowing cost
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    • TigerOptionsTigerOptions
      ·08-21

      Why S&P 500 Earnings Growth Looks Stronger Than Its Cash Economics

      Second-quarter $S&P 500(.SPX)$ earnings appear spectacular: aggregate profit increased roughly 52% from a year earlier. A large share of that growth, however, came from unrealised gains on stakes in private artificial-intelligence companies. The underlying earnings expansion remains strong, but investors should distinguish operating performance from gains that can reverse without a dollar of cash entering the business. The clearest example is $Amazon.com(AMZN)$. It reported on July 30 for the quarter ended June 30 that net income rose to $62.6 billion from $18.2 billion. Yet $53.4 billion of quarterly non-operating pretax income came primarily from investments in Anthropic. Amazon’s operating income s
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