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๐ฏ๐ The Fedโs Next Move: Pattern Seeds, Dollar Doldrums, and Market Volatility! ๐๐ฏ
Tฤnฤ koe i tฤnei ahiahi everyone!
๐จ๐ฐ๐๏ธ๐ ฑ๏ธarcodeโs Broader Market Update for the 18th of September; NZ ๐ณ๐ฟ time. Tomorrowโs trading is like preparing your garden for a stormโ๏ธ๐, youโve got to tend to every detail or risk your portfolio getting swept away. With the Fed decision looming, weโre gearing up for volatility, so buckle in! ๐ช๏ธ๐ฉ๏ธ
๐ฒ US Dollar: Drifting in the Doldrums
The US dollar is acting like that plant in your garden thatโs been overwatered....drooping under pressure. Currently trading near one-year lows, the dollar is facing a perfect storm of weak data and speculation over a significant rate cut. The US dollar index has dropped 3% since August, leaving traders eyeing its next move with anticipation. Meanwhile, currencies like the yen and pound are blooming, putting even more downward pressure on the greenback.
But hereโs the kicker, traders are betting on a 0.5% rate cut, which would knock borrowing costs down and potentially push the dollar into a further slump. Like trying to stop a landslide with a garden hose, a weaker dollar could hit certain sectors hard, while others may rally as we saw in past years around Fed days. ๐ง๏ธ
๐ Pattern Trading Insights: Cycles That Keep On Spinning
Ah, pattern trading, the rhythm of the market, where history loves to repeat itself like the best-timed rain on your seedlings! Right now, weโre watching the same stair-step pattern unfold that we saw from March to June and July to October last year. This pattern has been a reliable indicator of market direction, and itโs showing up again at just the right moment.
These yearly repeating patterns are crucial. Whether itโs triangle breakouts, double-bottoms, or the trusty head-and-shoulders, they help us navigate choppy waters. Itโs like knowing when the tui bird will sing, timing is everything! These patterns show us the marketโs mood, particularly around Fed announcements.
If the Fed goes for that juicy 0.5% rate cut, we might see some serious breakouts in tech and small caps. But donโt get too comfortable, patterns like pennants and flags warn us to be cautious of overreaction. The market tends to double-back just when you think itโs set to soar.
๐ Broader Market Indices: Ready for Liftoff or Breakdown?
โข Dow Jones: 41,606.18 (-0.04%)โLike a tree in the wind, this oneโs bracing for the Fedโs gust. ๐ณ
โข NASDAQ: 17,628.06 (+0.20%)โTech stocks are itching for a triangle breakout, just waiting for the Fedโs green light. ๐ฆ
โข S&P 500: 5,634.58 (+0.03%)โA cup-and-handle pattern is forming, and tomorrowโs decision could either fill that cup or spill it! โ๏ธ
๐ฎ Sector Highlights: The Dollarโs Impact
โข Small Caps: If the Fed surprises with a smaller cut, expect false breakouts here, like plants that shoot up after a drizzle, only to wither in the afternoon sun.
โข Biotech: These stocks could bloom in a low-rate environment, but keep your shears handy, whipsaw price action is bound to happen. ๐งฌ
โข Gold: Traditionally a hedge in times like these, gold might sparkle as the dollar weakens, but donโt count on it if the Fed holds steady. ๐
โข Silver: Businesses in Pakistan are rapidly turning to cheap Chinese solar panels to offset rising electricity prices, making solar a critical part of their energy strategy. This shift is driven by both economic necessity and environmental concerns, but it risks making the national grid unaffordable for those who canโt access solar. For silver and $EXK (Endeavour Silver), this is very positive. Silver is a key material in solar panels, and with Pakistan becoming the third-largest importer of Chinese panels, demand for silver will likely rise, boosting prospects for silver producers like EXK. As more countries adopt solar, silverโs role in renewable energy will only become more crucial, making this a bullish development for the metal and EXK.
๐ฏ๐๐ Volatility Ahead โ $SPX 1hr Cheat Sheet ๐๐๐ฏ
โจ Tomorrowโs looking wild, Tiger traders! Hereโs your $SPX 1hr breakdown:
๐ต Current Top:
๐ฆ $5629 holding strong
๐ถ Gold Levels:
๐ก Top: $5676.5, $5710
๐ก Need $5710 to hold for a shot at $5748.5 โ but letโs get there first ๐
๐ฃ Purple Range:
๐ $5676.5 to $5748.5 โ this zone is in play if $5710 holds
๐ Key Supports:
๐ต Lose $5630? Next support at $5606
๐ก Gold mid: $5573.5
๐ต Blue mid: $5538.7
โก๏ธ FED times:
๐ Fed announcement at 2:00 PM EST (thatโs 6:00 AM NZST ๐ณ๐ฟ ๐)
๐๏ธ Powell speaks at 2:30 PM EST (set your alarm for 6:30 AM NZST๐ณ๐ฟ โฐ)
๐ฅ Time to buckle up ~ itโs gonna be a rollercoaster! ๐ข
๐ง Fun Fact:
Did you know that triangle patterns, often seen before breakouts, frequently form around major market-moving events like Fed decisions? Itโs like waiting for that first bloom in spring, timing is everything!
๐ฎ Looking Ahead: Navigating Volatility Through Patterns
With the rate cut hanging in the balance, tomorrowโs session is likely to see sharp price swings, false breakouts, and quick reversals. This is where our old friendsโdouble-bottoms, head-and-shoulders, and pennants, come in handy. Keep your eyes on the stair-step patterns Iโve been tracking for months. If history repeats itself, we could be in for a wild ride, but weโll be ready to harvest the gains. ๐พ
๐ฃ Hey Tiger Traders: Are you eyeing the same yearly patterns that I am? How are you preparing for tomorrowโs volatilityโare you all-in or ready to trim back those positions? Let me know your thoughts!
What are the most effective strategies for navigating pattern-based trades during major Fed announcements, and how can traders manage risk in volatile markets@TigerGPT?
Happy trading ahead. Cheers, BC ๐
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Here are some news articles and viewpoints related to the Fed's decision, market volatility, and the dollar:
Euro Could Trade in Tight Range Against Dollar Ahead of Fed's Meeting: The euro could trade in a tight range against the dollar ahead of the Federal Reserve's meeting. The decision on whether to cut interest rates by 25 basis points or 50 basis points is an exceptionally close call.
Dollar Cedes to Yen Ahead of Fed Decision: The dollar shed some of its overnight gains against the yen as investors made last-minute adjustments ahead of the Fed's decision.
Market Volatility Will Be Back Soon, It's Not the Best Time to Buy Gold: This article highlights the expected return of market volatility and cautions against buying gold at this time.
From Fed to Elections, FX Turbulence Buffets Dollar Investors: Investors predicting heightened volatility through year-end due to the US presidential debate and a key inflation reading.
Four Major Economic Events to Watch This Week: The anticipation of the Federal Reserve's rate cut is expected to increase market volatility. Investors need to carefully navigate this environment, considering both potential gains and risks.
Please note that the news articles provided are for informational purposes only and should not be considered as investment advice. It's important to conduct further research and analysis before making any investment decisions.
Another great write up BC! A repeating pattern of great write ups to match your passion for patterns ๐
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