NASDAQ - Nasdaq will lose the 20,000?!The index is located between EMA200 and EMA50 in the 4H timeframe and is trading in its ascending channel. If the range of 20,000 is broken, we can witness the continuation of the decline
If the index rises towards the two specified supply zones, you can look for Nasdaq sell positions up to the bottom of the ascending channel
The U.S. jobs report for October indicated that only 12,000 new jobs were added to the labor market, significantly below expectations. This drop was primarily due to strikes, particularly at Boeing, and the impacts of recent storms. In October 2024, 512,000 workers were unable to work due to hurricanes Helen and Milton, much higher than the historical average of 47,000. These conditions led to a slowdown in job growth for October. The unemployment rate remained at 4.1%, but revised data from previous months show a decline in job growth.
Goldman Sachs analysts predict that the U.S. stock market will grow by the end of the year, driven by various factors. The end of October marks reduced sales by investment and pension funds, which could support stock price growth. This outlook contrasts with the consensus on Wall Street, which expects stock prices to decline after the presidential election. However, Goldman Sachs believes that stock market growth will continue under current conditions.
A survey by the Conference Board shows that 51.4% of American consumers expect stock prices to rise over the next 12 months. This represents the highest optimism level recorded since the survey began in 1987, although experts remain skeptical.
Warren Buffett continued selling a significant portion of his Apple shares in the third quarter of 2024, selling nearly a quarter of his holdings. This move reduced Berkshire Hathaway’s stake in Apple to 300 million shares, representing a 67.2% decrease from the end of the third quarter last year. Despite these sales, Berkshire Hathaway’s cash reserves have reached $325.2 billion. Buffett indicated that some sales might be due to tax reasons, but the volume of sales suggests other factors may also be at play. Interestingly, Berkshire did not purchase any stocks during this period.
Next week’s U.S. election will be in the spotlight, with market participants in a state of uncertainty as it is unclear whether conclusive results will be announced immediately after polls close on Tuesday night. Meanwhile, central banks will also be in focus; the Reserve Bank of Australia will announce its monetary policy on Tuesday, followed by the Bank of England and the Federal Reserve on Thursday.
Additionally, markets await the release of the U.S. ISM Services PMI on Tuesday, weekly jobless claims data on Thursday, and the preliminary University of Michigan consumer sentiment index on Friday. These data points could significantly influence market direction during this crucial week.
Nick Timiraos, an economic analyst from The Wall Street Journal, believes the U.S. jobs report will not significantly alter expectations for a 0.25% rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
JPMorgan analysts suggest that if Trump wins the election, more expansionary fiscal policies will be implemented, which could increase the budget deficit and inflation. As a result, the Fed may pause rate cuts. Conversely, if Kamala Harris wins, the economy is expected to continue its slow and steady path, and the Fed would likely proceed with a rate cut in November; however, with a Trump victory, this cut may be halted in December.
Election
What to do the week America votes?The dollar and the Euro depending on the future president of the USA.
The most important week, both for the United States and the rest of the world, and also for the currency markets.
The choice between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris is key for the future of the United States, as well as for the development of economies around the world.
On November 5, 2024, Tuesday is the election in the USA.
The election of Kamala will definitely not affect the dollar well, while the election of Trump would have a positive effect. But there is one very big BUT. In both elections, unrest is very likely to follow, which would adversely affect the United States.
Thus, the "elections 2024" drama will not end with the final decision of the voters.
Betting on Gold is much safer in these absolutely uncertain times.
Even more so with the news that more and more millionaires are trying to leave the United States.
After the employment data, this week, fundamentals will generally be left for later trading when the passions surrounding the election die down.
Our advice is to choose gold instead of the dollar or euro. You can't go wrong with gold for medium to long term trading.
This week, trading will start neutral in anticipation of the news surrounding the elections, but it is possible that individual players will be quite aggressive in the markets. The probability of very large trade turnovers is very high.
In addition to the US election, on Tuesday you can watch the ECB's President Lagarde speech, as well as data on the ISM Services PMI (Oct).
On Thursday after the election, pay attention to the Fed Interest Rate Decision, where a 25 basis point cut is expected.
If everything around the election goes smoothly (although it is unlikely), then the expected lowering of interest rates in the United States will be the main driving event for the week.
Trump or Harris? Markets Awaits Outcome Trump or Harris? Markets Awaits Outcome
This week, the U.S. presidential election will command everyone's attention.
Market watchers will be focused on a handful of pivotal swing states, including Arizona, Georgia, Michigan, Nevada, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin. Pennsylvania is potentially the most critical.
Yet, the results may not be immediate. In 2020, for instance, the Associated Press declared Biden the official winner about three and a half days after polls closed.
This time around, a win by Trump could strengthen the dollar, driven by the possibility of heightened tariffs that may also weigh on currencies closely linked to China, such as the Australian dollar. With daily MACD in negative territory, AUD/USD appears on track to test the next support at 0.6490, aligned with a trend line since October 2023
In contrast, Newsquawk suggests that a Harris victory could pressure the dollar, with potential gains in commodities and the euro.
Gold after U.S. election : Since rising tensions have played a significant role in the recent increase in gold prices, let’s look at each U.S. presidential candidate’s approach to handling these tensions and their future plans.
Kamala Harris, representing the Democratic Party, is focused on diplomatic efforts to reduce conflicts in the Middle East. She generally follows the Biden administration's approach, aiming to ease hostilities through aid and international agreements, including a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. This approach may help stabilize markets by reducing the volatility tied to prolonged conflicts.
Donald Trump, the Republican candidate, takes a more aggressive stance. He supports a strong alliance with Israel, endorses military responses to threats from Iran and its regional affiliates, and prioritizes U.S. strength and independence. Trump's “America First” stance could lead to continued or heightened tensions, which historically correlates with higher gold prices due to investor flight to safe-haven assets.
In summary:
Kamala Harris: Diplomatic de-escalation, which may stabilize gold prices.
Donald Trump: Military strength and strong alliances, likely to keep prices high in case of increased tension.
These policy differences could significantly impact markets depending on which candidate wins.
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NFP Data: Can it Sway Election? Just days before the U.S. heads to the polls, the last employment report before Election Day will offer a snapshot of hiring and unemployment, key factors in a race where the economy remains top of mind for voters.
Ordinarily, monthly jobs data provides a clearer gauge of economic conditions. However, analysts project that last month’s hiring figures could be skewed by multiple disruptions. Hurricanes Helene and Milton, alongside a prolonged strike by Boeing machinists, are expected to have temporarily trimmed employment by up to 100,000 jobs.
Gold could emerge as one of the most responsive assets. Following a surge to record highs, bullion slipped as some investors opted to lock in gains and pushed the RSI into oversold levels. Technically, XAU/USD is potentially still bullish.
Gold Sell GOLD HAS REACHED AN ALLTIME HIGH OF 2790.
Before this happened gold created a false head and shoulders pattern with a head at 2758 and a neckline at 2717. If gold breaks through 2717 expect a sell to 2700 and 2665 to complete the head and shoulders pattern. And if any downward movement continues as expected, I will give new targets.
Bitcoin PoundLike in recent post I mentioned two possible bitcoin scenarios. My most recent post was a sell around $69,000-$73,000.
Scenario two was a break above 69,000 to 73k
Right now if the rejection right before the all time high goes back to 69k there are two possible scenarios.
Scenario 1: A buy back towards 73k and a break to 79k.
Scenario 2: would be a entry on the sell to 42k
Good luck!
WTI - How will oil react to the elections?!In the 4H timeframe, oil is below the EMA200 and EMA50 and is moving in its descending channel. In case of rising due to increasing tensions, we can see the ceiling of the channel and sell in that range with appropriate risk reward. If the downward trend continues and the support range is broken, you can buy oil at the bottom of the downward channel.
Under President Joe Biden, U.S. oil and gas production has reached new records, and the outcome of the U.S. election is unlikely to significantly impact commodities like energy in the short term. Analysts at Capital Economics believe that the election result will have minimal influence on most commodity prices over the next few months.
However, differences in candidates’ views on vehicle greenhouse gas emissions, liquefied natural gas (LNG) exports, and foreign policy toward Iran could notably impact oil and gas prices over the next five years.
The CEO of Goldman Sachs stated that the U.S. economy is very resilient, expressing concerns over global inflation, spending, and the U.S. budget deficit. He advised focusing on the long-term interest rates in the U.S.
Solomon emphasized the importance of U.S. long-term interest rates and mentioned that the Federal Reserve will base its 2025 decisions on economic data. He also noted that geopolitical impacts on Goldman Sachs’ business are minimal but voiced concerns about geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Yesterday, Saudi Arabia’s energy minister announced that the country remains committed to maintaining a production capacity of 12.3 million barrels of crude oil per day.
In Q3, British Petroleum (BP) reported a net profit of $2.3 billion, exceeding analysts’ expectations. This compares to $2.8 billion in Q2 and $3.3 billion in Q3 2023. BP shares have declined by over 14% since the start of the year.
BP is also targeting new investments in the Middle East and the Gulf of Mexico to boost oil and gas production. A BP spokesperson stated that the company will continue as a simpler, more focused, and higher-value entity. Other oil companies like Shell and Total are also preparing to release their quarterly reports shortly.
XAU/USD: Final NFP before Election Americans continue to rank the economy as their top issue, and the final Non-Farm Payrolls (NFP) report before voting day, offers a crucial signal this coming Friday.
September saw a gain of 254,000 jobs, but forecasts point to a marked slowdown, with expectations hovering just above the 100,000 mark. The expected downturn stems from several factors, including back-to-back hurricanes disrupting the Southeast of the country.
For now, gold is trading below Friday’s close (but for how much longer?) as markets react to limited Israeli action against Iran. Tehran has indicated it won’t retaliate, easing geopolitical tension and potentially reducing demand for the haven asset.
Bitcoin - American elections, future fluctuations of Bitcoin!Bitcoin is above the EMA50 and EMA200 in the 4H time frame and is trading in its ascending channel
Risk ON sentiment in the US stock market or investing in Bitcoin ETF funds will lead to its continued upward movement
Capital withdrawals from Bitcoin ETFs or risk OFF sentiment in the US stock market will pave the way down for Bitcoin, which can be used to look for Bitcoin buying positions in the two specified demand zones
As long as Bitcoin is within the specified range, you can look for buy and sell positions at the top and bottom of the range
It should be noted that there is a possibility of heavy fluctuations and shadows due to the movement of whales in the market and compliance with capital management in the cryptocurrency market will be more important
Nasdaq - index will continue to rise?!The index is above the EMA200 and EMA50 in the 4H timeframe and is trading in its ascending channel
If the drawn resistance level is broken, we can witness the continued rise of the index up to the previous ATH
Around the range of 21,000, we will look for price corrections of the index until the bottom of the ascending channel
U.S. Election affect on the Stock Market 2012 / 2016 / 2020 Here's what the market did over the last 3 elections the U.S. had.
2012 / 2016 / 2020
Obama / Trump / Biden
What's in store for 2024 ?
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TLRY cannabis stocksHexo turned out to be a bummer pick
but TLRY is still remaining
Which leads me to believe that the only thing that could cause a price to drop this much and then project this high upwards, has got to be due to federal legalization THC drinks and possibly more.
Lots of legal hoops to jump through for states and cannabis and more, but there is good that comes from legalization, meaning research money, meaning jobs, meaning genetics, meaning new ways of grow cannabis and using it that could ultimately be safer to consume vs now, maybe leads to dosages being figured out and effects to be specifically altered per user or use or effect or whatever you want to imagine.
Maybe not every state is ready to allow it but it seems across the board, it's a favorable issue for a lot of members of both parties. I've heard trump say, he doesn't need or want to use it but he has seen it do amazing things to help other, I've heard Kamala can help undo damage done during the course of a long a difficult career, and allow people who were simply selling to get by vs selling to commit crime and harm others, which ultimately means, she could probably do some good with the current fentanyl issue. As clearly she is now thinking about it from some views other than her own and how it can be used as a net good.
On top of that, it's clear the big companies or execs maybe even pharma companies need a look and a whole lot of questions asked about why cannabis caused the inability to fund through loans, borrow money, pay with credit and more.
So TLRY has overseas connections, favorable politics swinging their way through years of work, and drinks infused with THC, which as more research comes out, there might be ways to safely allow bars to serve drinks without someone being unable to get home within a reasonable amount of time. Would this ever occur, maybe, but the important key to take away is open research and money into science and then obviously trying to work with Mexico to literally end cartels (I have deep core ties to Columbia) and Escobar from stories I've heard personally and have no idea if they are true, really took care of the area he controlled, but yeah, he also probably was doing some awful stuff to others.
Lesson to learn here is that maybe some evil can be treated with a new direction, but some evil needs two major governments and police/technology and security that both keeps each place within their areas trying to solve a common goal and allowing each other to assist when a task is too difficult to handle on their own or ours. And clearly show the world that Mexico won't allow groups of evil to thrive and America can secure the border by doing it all in Mexico which could then theoretically lead to a an open border discussion, but say what you want. There is a major issue with cocaine usage and literally and knowingly killing other humans to profit, which is maybe evil, and something we could easily do which defense stocks getting obviously so much money pretty much all the time.
Again, why can't we help our vets to the point where it's not a issue? And they can seek help without losing status, rank, pay, benefits and more.
again, political views aside, America has a bad ass military that runs one hell of task, why aren't we using them to flush out corruption and evil and still find a way to maintain being an ideal view of how the military used to stand up to bad, and maybe we should have listened better should a former president suggest that money can cause an issue where oversight is gone, paraphrasing of course, as it's quite obvious this president have some serious foresight and tried to express that concern.
finally, cut anything out of this that you want to make it make sense in your world, but to make short a sweet, legalization allows the states more power, gives institutions power to direct lots of money towards meaningful research, gives avenues where we can actually start to work on the drugs that are laced with awful stuff coming into the country so frequently. And then you figure out who funds it and destroy whatever is left of that system, maybe dismantle is a better term, and start to setup some form of life that means someone in south america shouldn't feel the need to risk their life to leave their home, or why so many innocent people die for "drugs" which is probably a way better start a securing the border. A big wall can still have value in metal, and value can lead to an even better wall for cyber crimes, especially as we head to space. The space force is no joke, It was some well done prep work from former presidents and a realization of how much valuable stuff will be in a space making it targets for "evil"
Why do I say all of this, probably because a big first step is exactly the one I mention, legalization, and then locking up or whatever the leader decides is needed at that time. Ideally with a new lens of money being used to manipulate others at will. but my view is just one, I can't say my way is best, right or even possible, but again, legal leads to open freedom in safe environments. In fact, maybe the best person to handle an issue like that is someone who is potentially willing to legalize something that her decisions in the past have led to jail or worse.
Election 2024: Bitcoin to $80k? Election 2024: Bitcoin to $80k?
The cryptocurrency market is turning downwards, in tandem with the broader stock market. This decline might be dashing hopes of BTC/USD breaking the $70,000 threshold.
Despite the bearish trend, options traders like the odds that Bitcoin could soar to $80,000 by the end of November, regardless of the outcome of the U.S. presidential election.
Kamala Harris has remained relatively quiet on the subject of cryptocurrencies, though an adviser recently signaled she would “support policies that ensure that emerging technologies, and that sort of industry, can continue to grow”.
Meanwhile, Donald Trump is actively courting crypto holders, pledging to transform America into the crypto capital of the world and establishing a strategic national cryptocurrency stockpile, akin to the country's gold reserves.
Coinbase (COIN): Strong push ahead after Bitcoin surge!After our last analysis on NASDAQ:COIN two months ago, we saw another leg down into the golden pocket and the imbalances we were watching. These got partially filled, reaching around 50%, which provided the necessary strength for a push higher. This recent jump is largely due to Bitcoin's rise over the past weeks, as Coinbase, being a major holder of Bitcoin, has directly benefited from this positive development.
This surge was strong enough to invalidate the bearish trend on the higher time frame, confirming that a bullish sequence is now in play. The biggest and closest resistance ahead is the VAH (Volume Area High) traded since November 2023. With the RSI currently overbought and showing a bearish divergence, a pullback could be on the horizon. However, we aren't too concerned about this unless the price drops below $160.50. The bullish outlook will only be invalidated if it dips under $145.
One thing to note about NASDAQ:COIN is its heavy correlation with Bitcoin, which introduces more volatility. The crypto market is also playing a key role in the U.S. elections, with both Trump and Harris addressing the sector. This could provide some tailwinds for Coinbase in the future.
In terms of the broader outlook, the potential wave ((iii)) could see a rise toward $263-$323, though this will take time to unfold. Given the market dynamics, it's better to remain cautious, but the setup looks promising.
Overall, we continue to monitor NASDAQ:COIN closely, but we are more inclined to invest in Bitcoin itself due to the inherent correlation and volatility with the stock.
Gold, Bitcoin Poised for US Election Gains? On November 5, approximately 250 million Americans are expected to vote in the presidential election.
The outcome, though, may not be immediately clear. The official result could take anywhere from a few hours to several weeks, depending on the margin of victory and potential legal disputes.
UBS analysts caution that the election's outcome may not be known until December 11, the deadline for states to certify their electoral college votes. They add that recounts and legal challenges—particularly from the Trump campaign—could push the timeline even further.
Traders should account for the risks and costs of a prolonged wait. Key assets like U.S. dollar pairs, Bitcoin, and gold could be the most sensitive during this time. Interestingly, billionaire hedge fund manager Paul Tudor Jones is betting heavily on gold and Bitcoin. He expects inflation to persist regardless of who wins the 2024 U.S. presidential election.
USD, yields surge on Fed pushback, Trump rebound After just one day of retracing on Friday, the USD bull regained momentum on Monday thanks to Fed members continuing to push back on aggressive easing. Markets are also pricing in a Trump win with some polls suggesting he is ahead in three key states and some bookies even touting for him to win. In the current climate, USD/JPY could be at 152 before we know it.
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USD/JPY: Japan’s Snap Election Opportunities Japan is holding a snap election this Sunday, triggered by a scandal within the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), despite a general election not being due until late 2025.
The LDP, which has dominated Japanese politics for all but four of the last 65 years, has seen its popularity plummet. In June, its poll numbers hit their lowest point this century.
While some polls predict the party could cling to its majority, bolstered by a fragmented opposition, fresh data from the Nikkei suggests a different outcome. The business daily warns that the LDP may fall short of securing a majority, a result that could lead to political upheaval not seen since 2009.
Pullbacks in USD/JPY have been lessening since early October, and after clearing the 150.00 mark, the next targets for the bulls may be the 200-Day Moving Average and the range between 150.90 and 151.10. Amid a snap election, 152.00 is also a possible target. If the pair experiences another pullback, traders might consider a mid-point of current price action as a potential resistance level.
BITCOIN Takes A Dump!As previously stated. Are Buy above the level $60,000 has led to the major resistance of $68,000-$69,000. I believe will will have a major rejection leading to a plummeting fall towards $65,000 and below $60,000. Any break through $59,000-$56,000 could lead to a triggering fall towards $48,000. If bitcoin reacts negatively with the $48,000 support, this could consequently put us at a liquidation area of around $42,000-$38,500
This is just a prediction, please be safe trading. Good luck!
Educated Gambling!! LOL. Call Options that go $POWW or OW!! Were in a Double Bottom and a Bearish Pennant on the daily so who knows, and the chart doesn't look great either. This one is at the top of my degenerate list, pure speculation. My idea is either a big bang or a misfire. I've been buying NASDAQ:POWW $2.50 calls expiring 1/17/25. Started off buying at $15 then $10 and now $5 per call. And sometimes no one is even selling these options when they list for .01 (actually cost $5 min) My thought is NASDAQ:POWW could either run in the next 3 weeks or all the way up to Inauguration Day on January 20, 2025, hope to at least fill the gap at 2.46 and then get back to June 3rd high of $2.86. Most of us can figure out why it could possibly go parabolic so close to the Election. I hope for God's sake and love of country I'm actually wrong about this and pray for peace. But at the same time, as some of the corrupt powers to be say "never let a crisis go to waste"... Safe Trading Everyone!!
New HBO Documentary Hints at Identity of Bitcoin InventorMarket Update - October 11th 2024
Takeaways
HBO documentary seeks to unveil Satoshi Nakamoto’s identity : HBO released a documentary, “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” on Tuesday that suggests an early Bitcoin developer named Peter Todd invented the cryptocurrency.
Crypto.com has filed a lawsuit against the SEC after receiving a Wells notice, claiming the agency has overextended its authority : The lawsuit challenges the SEC's stance that most cryptocurrencies are securities and the agency's regulatory practices.
Bitcoin's price pulled back this week : The US Department of Labor announced that inflation rose 2.4% year-over-year in September, slightly above analyst expectations. Crypto reacted negatively to the news, with bitcoin dropping back below $60,000.
US spot bitcoin ETFs saw $18.66 million in net outflows on Tuesday, led by Fidelity’s FBTC, which recorded $48.82 million in withdrawals : BlackRock’s IBIT was the only ETF to see inflows, with $39.57 million entering the fund.
The head of Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission (SFC) says the body plans to approve more crypto exchanges before the end of 2024 : The news comes after the regulator received criticism for implementing a strict approach to licensing.
New HBO Documentary Suggests Peter Todd is Bitcoin’s Founder
An HBO documentary, “Money Electric: The Bitcoin Mystery,” released Tuesday hints that early Bitcoin developer Peter Todd is the cryptocurrency’s founder and man behind the pseudonym Satoshi Nakamoto. In a clip late in the documentary, Todd denied he is the founder of Bitcoin and continued to deny it in a subsequent interview with Coindesk and other media outlets.
The film provided minimal concrete evidence that Todd created Bitcoin, but focused instead on his technical skills, his love of cryptography, and his relationship with Adam Back, the Blockstream CEO and investor of Hashcash. "Money Electric" director Cullen Hoback also pointed to a 2010 forum post from Satoshi Nakamoto in which Todd responded, arguing that Todd had forgotten to switch his accounts and his post was a continuation of Satoshi’s original post.
"This is going to be very funny when you put this into the documentary and a bunch of bitcoiners watch it," Todd said in the documentary clip while standing alongside Back. "I suspect a lot of them will be very happy if you go this route because it's yet another example of journalists really missing the point in a way that's very funny."
This is not the first time Hoback has made a documentary film about trying to uncover the identity of a secretive figure. For his 2021 HBO documentary “Q: Into the Storm,” Hoback spent three years attempting to find the creator of Qanon.
Crypto.com Sues SEC After Receiving Wells Notice
Crypto.com has officially sued the SEC after the company received a Wells notice from the regulatory agency, which typically precedes enforcement actions. The platform said the SEC's continued regulatory enforcement against crypto companies forced them into taking legal action.
According to Crypto.com, the SEC is unjustly expanding its jurisdiction over digital assets by labeling most cryptocurrencies as securities. The lawsuit is part of a broader industry pushback against the SEC's regulatory approach, which many crypto companies claim is outdated and unsuitable for digital assets.
The platform is far from the first to take such legal action; Coinbase and Consensys have also previously sued the SEC, similarly challenging the agency’s stance on categorizing cryptocurrencies as securities. The SEC has reiterated the need for crypto exchanges to register with the agency, while firms argue that current regulations are impractical for the digital asset sector.
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BTC Gearing Up for a Breakthrough: Election Day Could Align BTC is showing clear signs of nearing a breakout. The upper trendline (marked in yellow) is the key area to watch, and it’s only a matter of time before it gets broken. After completing a significant reset at the bottom of an XYZ or ABC pattern, BTC has now entered an impulse wave, suggesting we’ve moved past Wave 4 correction.
What’s intriguing is the timing: the top of Wave 3 of 5 seems to coincide with Election Day in the USA, hinting that a major Wave 5 of 5 flameout could follow toward the end of January. With some early signs of bullish momentum and the formation of a strong impulse wave, this long-awaited breakout is becoming more and more probable.