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ETFs In The Spotlight: How VOO And IVV Are Challenging SPY For The Top Spot
The competition among top S&P 500 exchange-traded funds (ETFs) is heating up as two key players – Vanguard’s S&P 500 ETF (VOO) and iShares Core S&P 500 ETF (IVV) – are on track to surpass the long-time leader in assets under management (AUM), the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY). Both VOO and IVV are […]Read More
MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin Gamble: Should You Follow Suit?
Bitcoin has long captivated the imagination of investors, and its potential for explosive growth has made it a topic of intense debate. One of the most eye-catching strategies in recent years comes from MicroStrategy, which made a bold decision to go all-in on Bitcoin. Since 2020, MicroStrategy has poured billions of dollars into Bitcoin, accumulating […]Read More
SPY 1-Hour Chart Analysis: Uptrend Intact, but Warning Signs Emerge
Based on the analysis of the SPY 1-hour chart: The market has been following a consistent pattern of rallying until it breaks below the medium-term (blue) moving average, which then triggers a period of weakness. This weakness can manifest as a pullback, consolidation, or a more significant sell-off. Currently, SPY is still trading above this […]Read More
Geopolitical Tensions Between Israel and Iran: The Ripple Effect on Global Oil Prices and Japan’s Yen Carry Trade
The ongoing geopolitical tension between Israel and Iran has the potential to significantly impact global oil prices due to the strategic importance of the Middle East in the global oil supply. Iran, as one of the world’s largest oil producers and a critical player in OPEC, holds substantial influence over global oil markets. Any conflict […]Read More
Russell 2000: The Silent Barometer of the U.S. Economy Amid SPX and NDQ Hype
While everyone is talking about SPX and NDQ, IWM probably holds the key to the true picture of the economy. Unlike the SPX, dominated by large, global companies, and the NDQ, which leans heavily on tech giants, IWM represents small-cap stocks that are more sensitive to domestic economic conditions. These smaller companies often rely on […]Read More
The Three Horsemen of Recession: How Markets Signal the Coming Storm
An inverted yield curve is often the first ominous signal in the triad of a market meltdown. It occurs when long-term interest rates fall below short-term rates—an abnormal pattern that typically reflects investors’ growing fear of an economic slowdown or recession. This inversion often follows aggressive rate hikes by the Federal Reserve aimed at curbing […]Read More
SPX 4H Chart Showdown: Bulls Charge, Bears Lurk
🧠 SPX 4H Chart Breakdown – April 13, 2025 The bulls are staging a fierce comeback — but the battlefield is far from cleared. 📈 Structure & Trendlines $SPX has bounced cleanly off the April low near 4,900 (blue demand zone), forming a sharp ascending channel. Price action is now challenging a key confluence of […]Read More
Using a HELOC to invest in stocks — worth it at 6.85%?
Curious what others think about this strategy. I have access to a HELOC at ~6.85% (variable rate). In theory, if the market averages 8–10% long term, it seems like there’s a spread to be made. But obviously there’s risk with volatility and rising rates. For those who’ve done this or considered it — at what […]Read More
HOOD Likely to Rally to All Time Highs
HOOD has been extremely bullish over the past few months, cheers to those who bought at $10 and held. HOOD is up more than 300%, and could keep rallying towards all time highs around $83.81. I think HOOD is trading around $35.03 resistance right now, there could be some short-term pullbacks at this price level. […]Read More
DJT Headed Into Trump’s Presidency
Trump has played an important role in the financial markets, driving a rally with lots of optimism for 2025. DJT has also experienced a bullish rally headed into the US elections, and has formed a correction back down to a $26.39 support level. I think DJT is very dependent on news, and could experience volatility […]Read More
ZBH Swing Trading Range
ZBH has been trading within a range since Jan. 2015, I think these swings are great for trading with buys around $101 and sells at the upper trendline around $130. The upper trendline decreases over time so the price target will get lower with time. For now it is a 30% price swing. Follow me […]Read More