$iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF(IJR)$ I opened $iShares Core S&P Small-Cap ETF(IJR)$ ,Take a look at the latest order I posted! IJR: so fast another weekly DCA into IJR ETF. The small caps are officially in bear market region after falling 30% as of Wed market open and still is down 23% even after the most recent market gain on Wed. As of posting, I'm about -16% for the holdings after all these months of DCA.
From Crisis to Relief Rally — Tariff Pivot Sparks Historic Bounce
Market Recap April 9, 2025 A dramatic reversal in U.S. trade policy ignited one of the biggest single-day stock market rallies in history, halting a fast-moving financial panic and reawakening investor risk appetite. While risks remain elevated, the Trump administration’s retreat from maximalist tariffs has—at least temporarily—eased fears of a policy-induced recession. Historic bounce Markets: Earnings Reality Check Amid Repricing Surge Despite the sharp bounce, valuation concerns remain front and center: The $S&P 500(.SPX)$ trades at 20.2x 2025 Wall Street consensus earnings — a premium multiple that leaves little room for error. For the market to deliver +10% upside from current levels, two conditions must be met: Earnings must remain stabl
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$$Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ 🤖📈🅱️ U͛ L͛ L͛ I͛ S͛ H͛🔺🤖 🔥🚨 Tesla’s Bullish Surge, A Perfect Storm of Macro Tailwinds, Manufacturing Triumphs, and Technical Breakouts 🚨🔥 Good morning Bulls‼️ What if I told you Tesla is on the cusp of a historic rally, fuelled by a rare alignment of macroeconomic shifts, manufacturing milestones, and technical breakouts? Today, I stand before you to dissect an extraordinary moment in the financial markets, with Tesla, Inc. (TSLA) commanding my analytical focus. The catalysts igniting this fervour are manifold, and I shall weave them into a tapestry of fundamental strength, technical precision, illuminating why Tesla merits our unwavering attention. Macroeconom
The market is holding its breath as another Consumer Price Index (CPI) report approaches. For months, inflation has been the key driver of market sentiment — and with the Federal Reserve’s next move hanging in the balance, every CPI reading feels like a make-or-break moment. A Soft CPI Would Be a Game Changer Investors are hoping for a "Goldilocks" CPI — not too hot, not too cold. A softer-than-expected reading could signal that inflation is cooling faster than anticipated, giving the Fed more breathing room to consider cutting interest rates. That would be music to Wall Street’s ears. Stocks have rallied before on similar data, and a repeat performance could help reverse some of the recent market shakiness. Why This CPI Matters Even More We’re in a unique moment. Growth is slowing just en
It's perhaps not the hottest topic right now, however I had wanted to write ✍️ this topic for some time. I just couldn't find an appropriate time to illustrate my point, until now... Precious metals group: gold, silver comes immediately to mind. Of course, there are also platinum and palladium, rhodium, iridium, etc. Among these, gold, silver, platinum and palladium are readily tradable, with gold and silver being the most popular. Many people lump gold and silver together. However in reality, they can't be more different. Let me explain. Firstly, I will not visit them based on their chemical or physical properties. Both gold and silver are used as an inflation hedge and a store of value. They are the old time favourite of retailers and institutional buyers alike since they
Tariff Timeout Triggers a Market Party: Were You Dancing or Watching?
$S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $NASDAQ(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ $Dow Jones Industrial Average(. $Dow Jones(.DJI)$ )$ Buckle up, traders—April 9, 2025, just etched itself into the Wall Street history books! The US stock market erupted in a jaw-dropping rally after President Trump dropped a bombshell: a 90-day tariff suspension for countries that don’t retaliate against US trade policies. The Nasdaq skyrocketed over 12%, clinching its second-biggest single-day gain ever. The S&P 500 and Dow weren’t far behind, posting massive gains that turned a brutal sell-off into a full-blown celebration. From ICU-level panic to a KTV-style party, this rebound was one fo
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Taking the win today. After a 20% pump, I am more inclined to believe it will drop over the next few days. If I am wrong, I'm happy with profits today
Markets remain under pressure as the largest tariff expansion in modern U.S. history continues to ripple through equity, bond, and volatility markets. Unusual cross-asset moves, record-breaking ETF losses, and conflicting policy signals are raising concerns about global stability and recession risk. Tariffs & volatility 🔺 Markets: Disconnect Between Risk Assets and Rates Equities Down, Yields Up: The $S&P 500(.SPX)$ is down 12% over the last 4 trading days, yet 10-year Treasury yields are up 10 bps. This rare divergence removes a typical counter-cyclical buffer as bond markets fail to reflect recession fears — or are instead pricing in inflationary risks from tariffs. Corporate Spreads Widening, But Not Blowing Out: U.S. corporate bond spr
Why Inflation No Longer Drives Interest Rate Cuts—It’s About Tariffs Now For years, whenever the economy seemed too slow or prices were rising too fast, central banks—like the U.S. Federal Reserve—adjusted interest rates to keep things in balance. This system worked well when inflation was mostly caused by people spending too much or too little. But today, a new player has entered the scene: tariffs. And they’re changing the rules. The Old Way: Watching Inflation Like a Hawk Interest rates are kind of like the economy’s gas pedal or brake. When inflation (the general rise in prices) was low, central banks would cut rates to make borrowing cheaper, which encouraged people and businesses to spend more. When inflation was high, they’d raise rates to cool things down. This worked well when inf
Options Market Statistics: Strategy's Stock Slides After Bitcoin Decline Hits Company's Value $MicroStrategy(MSTR)$ 's stock fell over 10% on Tuesday. The most traded puts are contracts of $200 strike price that expire on Apr 11 and the total volume reaching 16,721 with the open interest of 18,324. Strategy said it expects to report a loss for the first quarter of 2025, mainly because of a $5.91 billion drop in the value of its Bitcoin holdings. The company owns 528,185 Bitcoins, bought at an average price of $67,485 each. Those holdings are now worth about $41.3 billion. A $1.69 billion tax benefit will help reduce the loss, but Strategy warned that its future profits are still uncertain due to the ups and dow
Marvell Sees Millions of Dollars in Option Block Trades Amid Tariff Uncertainty $Marvell Technology(MRVL)$ saw a multi-leg block trade of put options that had a bullish and a bearish tilt Tuesday amid mounting uncertainty fueled by President Donald Trump's tariff policies that investors fear could hurt the global economy. At 9:41:14 a.m., an active seller collected a $5.62 million premium for issuing put options that give the buyer the right to sell 1.05 million Marvell shares at $45 by Sept. 19. That out-of-the-money put option will be profitable for the seller should the stock continue to trade above that level over the next 164 days, allowing the contracts to expire worthless. That bullish
Why Palantir Stock is Falling During the Tariff Sell-Off (Even Though It’s Not Directly Affected)
$Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ So today I want to talk about what’s going on with Palantir stock and why it’s been falling hard during this recent market pullback — even though Palantir isn’t directly impacted by the new tariffs being discussed and imposed. On the surface, it might seem confusing. Palantir isn’t a company that imports physical products or components from overseas. It’s a software and data analytics firm. Tariffs shouldn’t affect it — at least not in a direct, operational sense. And yet, the stock is down over 9% today alone and has declined significantly from its highs. So what gives? Well, there’s actually a clear reason why Palantir is being hit hard in this market — and I’ll break it down in two parts: Why the stock is fall
💰 Stocks to Watch Today (April 9, 2025): Navigating the Storm
$S&P 500(.SPX)$$NASDAQ(.IXIC)$$Dow Jones(.DJI)$ Welcome to April 9, 2025—a day where the markets are buzzing with tension and opportunity! The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow are reeling from fresh US tariffs hitting over 180 countries, sending futures into the red. But don’t let the chaos fool you: beneath the surface, there’s money to be made. Today, we’re breaking down the key news driving the market, spotlighting stocks to watch, and mapping out trading plays to turn this turbulence into profit. Let’s dive in! 1. What’s Moving the Market Today? The headline of the day is the rollout of new US tariffs, targeting imports from over 180 countries. Announced l
T. Rowe Price (TROW): A Dividend Giant Facing a Demographic Dilemma
$T. Rowe Price(TROW)$ T. Rowe Price (TROW) has long been considered one of the safest dividend-paying stocks in the market. The company is well-known for its asset management business and a history of reliable earnings and dividend growth. During the COVID-19 pandemic, TROW experienced a strong bull run, reaching all-time highs alongside the broader market. However, since then, the stock has tumbled—giving back most of its gains and still trading significantly below its peak. That might lead many to assume it’s an opportunity. After all, the underlying fundamentals appear to have recovered: revenue has normalized, and earnings per share (EPS) are back to healthy levels. At the current price around $94, with earnings around $9 per share, the stock
Is the Downturn a Good Time to Revisit Buffett's Wisdom?
As markets stumble and uncertainty grips the global economy, Berkshire Hathaway quietly sits on a war chest of $334 billion in cash—the largest in its history. While headlines scream panic and portfolios bleed red, Warren Buffett remains unshaken. The Oracle of Omaha has lived through more crashes, bubbles, and bear markets than most investors have even read about, and he’s often emerged stronger on the other side. So, in times like these, is there a better compass than Buffett’s timeless wisdom? One of my favorite quotes from Buffett is: "You’ve got to be prepared, when you buy a stock, to have it go down 50% — or more — and be comfortable with it, as long as you’re comfortable with the holding." This mindset has been my anchor. When I buy stocks or ETFs, I do so with the understanding th
CPI Incoming! Could Inflation Bring Good News for Rate Cuts?
$S&P 500(. $S&P 500(.SPX)$ )$ $NASDAQ(. $NASDAQ(.IXIC)$ )$ $US Dollar Index(DXY)$ The inflation spotlight is back! Tomorrow, April 10, 2025, the US Bureau of Labor Statistics will release the March 2025 Consumer Price Index (CPI) report at 8:30 AM ET, and markets are buzzing with anticipation. Forecasts suggest a cooling trend: headline CPI is expected to rise 0.1% month-over-month (MoM) after a 0.2% increase in February, while the year-over-year (YoY) rate is projected to dip to 2.6% from 2.8%. Core CPI, excluding food and energy, is forecast to rise 0.3% MoM after a 0.2% uptick in February. With the Fed’s 2% inflation target in sight, could this report pave the way for rate cuts? Let’s dive int