I find the recent 7% drop in Intel's $Intel(INTC)$ stock price after a continuous rally quite intriguing. This might be a load-up chance, and I can see why some might view it as an opportunity. A dip like this, especially following a strong upward trend, often attracts investors looking to buy at a lower price, hoping for a rebound. I am considering whether this is a good ticker to try options with, given its low price. Options trading can be risky, but a lower stock price might offer a chance for higher leverage if I believe in a quick recovery. Intel's established position in the semiconductor industry and its potential to innovate in areas like AI and 5G could make it an interesting pick. However, I would need to weigh th
My boldest move in the stock market recently was stepping into high-volatility tech plays when most investors were running for cover. Instead of waiting for perfect timing, I relied on a structured strategy—balancing long-term conviction stocks with tactical entries. It was risky, but I believe calculated boldness pays off more than hesitation. One example is my position in semiconductor and AI-related names. While the market sentiment was shaky, I added exposure through leveraged ETFs and stayed committed to my conviction. Even in uncertain times, I’d rather lean into growth sectors than sit on the sidelines waiting for clarity that may never come. To me, being bold doesn’t mean chasing hype—it means daring to act when the crowd hesitates, and having a plan to manage both upside and down
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For Jackson Hole, the key points for traders and investors usually revolve around Fed signalling and market psychology rather than the event itself. Based on the pattern you outlined: 1. Focus Points for Jackson Hole 2025 Powell’s tone: Hawkish, dovish, or neutral. Hawkish → market interprets it as higher rates for longer → S&P dips. Dovish → market may hope for rate cuts → temporary relief or rally. Forward guidance: Any hints about September rate cuts or the pace of policy easing. Inflation commentary: Markets react strongly if Powell signals inflation is still sticky. Market expectations vs. reality: Even if he’s dovish, traders often take profit after pre-event positioning, which explains the “dip even on dovish tone” you noted in 2024. --- 2. Classic Dip-Rally Pattern Historically
As Nvidia approaches its Q2 FY2026 earnings report on August 27, 2025, market expectations are elevated, driven by robust demand in AI infrastructure and advancements in its GPU architectures. Here's an analysis of anticipated results, guidance, and developments in Nvidia's product roadmap: --- 📊 Anticipated Q2 FY2026 Financial Results Revenue Expectations: Analysts forecast Q2 revenue between $44.1 billion and $45.9 billion, marking a 52.4% year-over-year increase. This growth is primarily attributed to sustained demand in AI workloads and data center expansions. Earnings Per Share (EPS): Projected EPS stands at $1.00, reflecting a significant year-over-year improvement. --- 🧠 Product Development and Ramp-Up GB200 ("Blackwell") Production Status: The GB200 GPU has
$CHINA RES POWER(00836)$ Added position for swing trading. A company profits fluctuate is normal, dividend yield 6% is attractive, spin off new energy in A share market in the near future could happen, documents have been submitted to authority. I believed it was good chance for it if HK Bull Market continues.
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$Coinbase Global, Inc.(COIN)$$GraniteShares 2x Long COIN Daily ETF(CONL)$$GraniteShares 2x Short COIN Daily ETF(CONI)$ 1. Today’s Market FlowCoinbase (COIN) closed at $300.3, down -1.35% from the previous session.The stock remains in a Bearish trend zone, reflecting ongoing selling pressure and cautious investor sentiment.Over the past 21 days, COIN has consistently remained in this Bearish zone, accumulating a decline of -24.5% since July 23, 2025. This performance highlights the importance of risk management and defensive positioning.Selling activity continues to outweigh buying pressure, although signs of a potential rebound trend are emerging as downward mo
Hidden pressures are building up beneath the surface of the stockmarket.And most people are ignoring this (some knowingly, others oblivious).What we’re seeing is some of the most extreme relative valuation readings in history —and this type of setup has been a harbinger before of big moves, major changes, and generational opportunities for smart asset allocators.I call this theme the Relative Value Trinity of Global Equities:Small vs Large: the smallest stocks are much cheaper than usual vs the largest stocks (and we see this especially in the USA but also globally).Value vs Growth: the cheapest end of the market is much cheaper than usual vs the more richly priced growthier end of the market (again, this is something we see globally, but especially pronounced in the USA with big tech outs
Daily Charts - Stock Market Fear & Greed Index drops to lowest level since early May
1.Stock Market Fear & Greed Index drops to lowest level since early May 🚨🚨Image2.Short Sellers say they're having a really hard time with the current market 😂😂😂Image3.The odds of a September rate cut have tumbled to just over 73% 👀 The odds were 100% less than 2 weeks ago 🤯Image4.Federal Reserve Reverse Repo down to its lowest levels in 4 years 🚨🚨 The amount in 2023 was over $2 Trillion and now sits at just $20-$30 Billion 📉📉ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,000 in trading limit with 0 commission. Trade SG, HK, US stocks as well as ETFs unlimitedly!Find out more here:💰Join the TB Contra Telegram Group to Get $10 Trading Vouchers Now🎉
1. $Invesco QQQ(QQQ)$ Nasdaq trades red for a 6th consecutive day, its longest losing streak since October 2022 📉Image2. $Tesla Motors(TSLA)$ Robotaxis could generate $34 Trillion in Enterprise Value by 2030 🚨 Tesla's market cap is only $1.05 Trillion right now 🤯Image3. $PayPal(PYPL)$ Nearly 16 million PayPal login credentials have been leaked on the Dark Web 🚨🚨 Looking forward to my $2.73 settlement check 🥳🫂Image4. $Palantir Technologies Inc.(PLTR)$ Palantir now down 18% from its all-time high set last week 📉📉ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,0
1. $Eli Lilly(LLY)$ $12K day on LLY using the Smart Money Zone. 🟣Why I entered, why I closed, and when I’m back in. 2. $Pepsi(PEP)$ $10k day on PEP using a simple 2-step system.See my entry trigger, exit rule, and re-entry conditions. 3. $Rocket Companies(RKT)$ Booked $30,000 on RKT with one simple 2-step system. 🔥✅I show the chart trigger, the exact exit, and when I’d take it again.4. $Hims & Hers Health Inc.(HIMS)$ HIMS needs to hold this volume block and support. If not we’re going down to the next SmZ at $36-$34 ✅For whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD
1. $Microsoft(MSFT)$ MSFT weekly decision time 🛑Up 47% since the April “smart money zone.”Tomorrow’s weekly close matters: a red bX = momentum risk.If red prints → likely pause and pullback toward $460–$440.If no red bX → trend intact; watch for continuation.Image2. $NVIDIA(NVDA)$ NVDA Bulls still in control. $170 held clean.If $170 holds → breakout continuation.If $170 breaks → air pocket toward $145. I’ll be long down there if it fades.Image3. $SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust(SPY)$ Powell day tomorrow SPY Bulls still control into the event. Heavy buy volume stacked at $630–$640.If $630 holds → bounce potential to ATH.If $630 breaks → worst case ~5% flush to $600–$605
$APPLIED DIGITAL CORP(APLD)$ 1. Long-Term Investment Strategy & AnalysisTrend Zone: BullishInvestment Position: Buy and HoldDuration in Current Zone: 13 daysCumulative Return Since Entry: +25.6%Probability of Entering Bearish Zone (next 10 days): 0%In a Bullish zone, two sub-trends exist:Uptrend: Strong upward moves with occasional pullbacks.Correction Trend: Mild, temporary declines followed by rebounds.Currently, APLD remains in a clear uptrend, supported by strong demand and low risk of downside reversal. This favors long-term investors adopting a Buy and Hold approach.The broader outlook suggests that, as long as the stock remains in the Bullish zone, upside potential outweighs downside risks. Should the trend shift into a Bearish zone, ho
$Recursion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.(RXRX)$ 📈 Long-Term Investment Strategy & AnalysisTrend Zone: BearishCurrent Position: Sell and ObserveTime in Bearish Zone: 1 DayCumulative Return Since Entry: -6.3%The current bearish environment signals continued downward pressure with limited upside. In such a zone:Downtrends dominate: strong downward momentum with brief, unsustained rebounds.Rebound Trends are weak: short-lived upticks that rarely shift overall direction.In a bearish zone, risk of capital loss is high, and the potential for upside gains remains limited. Thus, a defensive strategy is prudent, including:Selling existing positionsObserving from the sidelinesRe-entering only when the trend shifts to a Bullish zone📌 Medium to long-term investors
Tesla remains in a Bearish zone but is showing early signs of a rebound pattern
$Tesla Motors(TSLA)$$Direxion Daily TSLA Bull 2X Shares(TSLL)$$GraniteShares 2x Short TSLA Daily ETF(TSDD)$ 1. Today’s Market FlowTesla (TSLA) closed at $320.1, down -1.17% from the prior session, extending its short stay in a Bearish zone.TSLA entered this Bearish phase only 3 days ago (Aug 18, 2025) and has since accumulated a modest -4.5% decline. Although the selling trend remains intact, signs of weakening downward momentum suggest the possibility of a near-term rebound trend forming.Market sentiment remains cautious, but probabilities indicate potential upward stabilization within the next week.*Key Factors Driving TSLA TodayDisappointing Earnings and Out
$S&P 500(.SPX)$ - Moving Averages Breaking Down:This week, the price has sequentially broken below key trendlines. First, it lost the 5-day, then the 10-day, and today—for the second time since April—it has closed below the 20-day moving average (20DMA). The critical difference this time is that the price is NOT oversold, suggesting there is more room for downside. This makes the 50DMA, currently at $6,260, a logical next target.I post a central weekly level every week, $6,431 was the one for this one, triggering bearish confirmations for subs since Tuesday morning when it was lost with conviction.ImageFor whom haven't open CBA can know more from below:🏦 Open a CBA today and enjoy privileges of up to SGD 20,000 in trading limit with 0 commissi
For completeness, it’s worth a look at the relative performance line for Global/Small/Value vs US/Large/Growth: basically GSV has been in a decade+ relative bear market vs ULG.Aside from showing the price path of how we got here, it also is in a sense where the rubber hits the road on the relative value trinity theme — with major valuation extremes it’s important to not get too fixated on only one piece of information.Even as the relative value indicators reach new extremes, if you’re out there hunting for turning points that’s only one piece in the puzzle. You also need to see technicals lining up… price needs to stop falling and actually turn. So I would say in terms of the timing aspect that this chart (and a few other charts I’m keeping close tabs on) is just as important to keep tabs
I wanted to share this chart because it shows the average absolute valuation indicator across each of the 3 groups on either side of the chart above (USA, Large, Growth [ULG] in the blue and Global, Small, Value [GSV] in the blue).The reason this is interesting is because it highlights on the ULG side that not only is this group trading at expensive relative valuations vs GSV, but they’re also at historically elevated absolute valuation levels — close to levels we saw at the peak of the dot com bubble in 2000 and at the peak of the 2020/21 stimulus frenzy bubble.This touches on the bearish pathway of how this might resolve… the bearish pathway is that the overvalued and overhyped US/Large/Growth story unravels and that group mean reverts its way down (falling further and faster than the ot