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Fed Kicks Off Rate-Cutting Cycle. Why the Muted Market Reaction?Central bank bros met traders’ loftiest expectations with a half-point cut to interest rates on Wednesday. But is that too good to be true and maybe even a signal of some problems with the US economy and looming fears over at the Fed? Trading today isn’t the same as trading yesterday. Even though prices don’t really confirm it — there wasn’t a super-duper rally in stocks. Maybe gold XAU/USD flickered a bit, but it was mostly froth . And here we are — the first day of trading in an environment with lower interest rates. Jay Powell, head of the Federal Reserve, announced on Wednesday the first trim to borrowing costs in four years. The move ushers in a new normal where US interest rates USINTR are projected to continue moving lower from their 23-year high of 5.5%. The easing cycle kicked off with a jumbo-sized 50 bps (basis points) slash. Surprisingly, the Fed went for the juicier, bolder and more aggressive option, leapfrogging the less interesting and exciting cut of 25 bps. First reactions across the board showed investors were hyped to get what they wanted — the broad-based S&P 500 hit an intraday record . Shortly after, however, stocks across the board pulled back and markets became anxious over the outlook as the realization kicked in. If the economy is doing fine, why go big on cuts from the get-go? What’s more, central bankers are keen to ax interest rates by another half point in 2024, ultimately wrapping up the year with the benchmark rate sitting at 4.25% to 4.5%. Christmas may come early — the Fed meets twice more this year, on November 7 and December 18. Better Safe Than Sorry? A super-sized half-point cut could actually be a pre-emptive measure to alleviate a strained economy. But if inflation is now largely in the rearview mirror , what could the problem be? The other mandate. The Fed has a dual mandate of keeping prices in check (inflation) and upholding a stable labor market (jobs). “We will do everything we can to support a strong labor market as we make further progress towards price stability,” Jay Powell said at the annual Jackson Hole gathering last month. And indeed, America’s jobs have seen a pronounced slowdown over the past few months. In July, markets added just 89,000 jobs (revised from an initial estimation of 114,000 ). In August, hiring had picked up modestly to 142,000 , but below expectations for 164,000. Pros and Cons of Bumper Cut Essentially, this big-boy cut of 50 bps is a double-edged sword. It cuts into borrowing costs, making money more affordable, potentially stimulating businesses to add more jobs and grow their gig. And it also prompts consumers to take on debt and get that house. But on the flip side, a cut of that magnitude risks stirring up price pressures again. To get to full employment, the Fed faces the challenge of knocked inflation waking up from its slumber. The size of the cut at this particular time doesn’t mean anything without the markets’ reaction to it. Apparently, investors were unimpressed and shrugged it off as no big deal. Looking ahead, however, the stakes are high because stocks are at all-time highs. The S&P 500 touched a record, Big Tech is leading the charge into artificial intelligence and investors can’t own enough of the highflyers Nvidia NVDA , Meta META , Apple AAPL , etc. The actual picture will become clear once markets figure out what the Fed’s rate-cutting cycle means and what to do about it.
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SP:SPX
by TradingView
25
SP500The SP500 is currently showing strong bullish momentum, with price action above the 20-period EMA across multiple timeframes. The RSI indicates overbought conditions, suggesting the possibility of a short-term pullback, but the overall trend remains bullish. A potential buy opportunity could emerge after a slight correction around the 5,670-5,680 support zone. The target would be near 5,730-5,740, with a stop placed below 5,650 to protect against downside risk. Keep an eye on volume and market sentiment for further confirmation.
CAPITALCOM:US500Long
by lucasmagalhaesa
S&P 500 Breaks Wedge Pattern, Eyes 6020 TargetThe S&P 500 has triggered a 64-day-old wedge pattern, signaling the potential for the index to rally towards 6020 in the coming weeks. The pattern remains active as long as the index trades above 5618, with initial support forming at 5685. A sustained move above these levels could confirm further bullish momentum, while a drop below 5618 would invalidate the setup. This content is not directed to residents of the EU or UK. Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice. ThinkMarkets will not accept liability for any loss or damage including, without limitation, to any loss of profit which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.
SLong
by ThinkMarkets
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CAPITALCOM:US500Long
by Thief_Trader
S&P500 Powell gave what the market wanted. Rally up to mid-2025?Chair Powell went out and did it yesterday as the Fed didn't just cut the Interest Rates yesterday for the first time since March 2020, but did so by -0.50%, giving the market what it so desperately wanted. The question now on everyone's mind is this: is this what the market needed to extend the 2023 - 2024 rally? Fundamentally of course the cuts is a strong reason and as for the technical part we will let an old analysis of ours (last updated May 16, see chart below): As you can see, we published that at a time when there were again voices over an extended correction due to April's strong red candle. What happened instead? The S&P500 (SPX) posted 4 straight green months (not including September). Once again we present to you this chart, to help everyone maintain a healthy long-term perspective. Wide, long-term time-frames like 1W or 1M (such as the current one) succeed at filtering out the short-term noise caused by volatility, news etc. As you can see on this chart, which we named "The Ultimate stock market cheat sheet", the index goes through very distinct market through roughly the past 20 years. More specifically, since the 2007/08 Housing Crisis, there is a very consistent pattern and the Sine Waves display perfectly that frequency. The first observation is that there is a rough frequency when the S&P500 tops every 3.5 years. In this time-span of 42 months (3.5 years) the index either hits a High or already has and is on a minor decline before a stronger correction comes, which is always within the technical standards of pull-backs within a greater Bull Cycle expansion. Roughly also, the sell signal is given after the 1M RSI breaks below its MA (yellow trend-line) having previously been on overbought territory (above 70.00). Once the index hits the 1M MA50 (blue trend-line) again, usually a year at most after the Sine Wave top, the most optimal long-term buy signal emerges again. Investors who have applied this strategy/ principle since 2009, have had a total of 5 excellent buy opportunities for tremendous gains at the lowest possible risk. In conclusion, the market still has almost another year (roughly), until a sell signal emerges (July 2025). In our opinion, having always a low risk profile in our investments, it is advisable to be off stocks before that date just to be on the safe side. The important outcome of this finding, however, is that investors can continue feel safe buying for several more months, especially after the Fed gave a strong excuse to do so. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** Please LIKE 👍, FOLLOW ✅, SHARE 🙌 and COMMENT ✍ if you enjoy this idea! Also share your ideas and charts in the comments section below! This is best way to keep it relevant, support us, keep the content here free and allow the idea to reach as many people as possible. ** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 💸💸💸💸💸💸 👇 👇 👇 👇 👇 👇
TVC:SPXLong
by TradingShot
Market Caution: Key Bearish Indicators Emerge After Fed CutFollowing the Fed rate cut last night, the S&P sold off into the close, forming a shooting star candlestick, which is typically a bearish signal. Coupled with a diverging RSI, this marks the third failed attempt to break above the 5670 July high. These indicators are compelling enough to consider a more cautious, short-term negative stance on the market, especially if we see further weakness today to confirm the pattern. Initial support levels are the 5402 September low and the 200-day MA at 5188. For those unfamiliar, a shooting star candlestick is characterized by a long upper shadow, little to no lower shadow, and a small real body near the low. It appears during an uptrend and suggests a potential reversal. Disclaimer: The information posted on Trading View is for informative purposes and is not intended to constitute advice in any form, including but not limited to investment, accounting, tax, legal or regulatory advice. The information therefore has no regard to the specific investment objectives, financial situation or particular needs of any specific recipient. Opinions expressed are our current opinions as of the date appearing on Trading View only. All illustrations, forecasts or hypothetical data are for illustrative purposes only. The Society of Technical Analysts Ltd does not make representation that the information provided is appropriate for use in all jurisdictions or by all Investors or other potential Investors. Parties are therefore responsible for compliance with applicable local laws and regulations. The Society of Technical Analysts will not be held liable for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly from the use of any information on this site.
SP:SPXShort
by The_STA
5
EUR/USD Forecasting: A Complex TaskEUR/USD Forecasting: A Complex Task Forecasting the EUR/USD exchange rate is a challenging endeavor due to numerous factors influencing its movement. These include economic indicators from both the Eurozone and the United States, geopolitical events, central bank policies, market sentiment, and technical analysis. Key Factors to Consider: Economic Indicators: Interest Rate Differentials: The relative interest rates between the Eurozone and the United States can significantly impact currency exchange rates. Higher interest rates typically attract capital, leading to a stronger currency. Gross Domestic Product (GDP): Economic growth rates in both regions can influence currency values. A stronger economy often leads to a stronger currency. Inflation: Higher inflation can weaken a currency as it reduces the purchasing power of domestic goods and services. Trade Balances: A trade deficit (importing more than exporting) can put downward pressure on a currency, while a trade surplus can strengthen it. Central Bank Policies: Monetary Policy: The actions of the European Central Bank (ECB) and the Federal Reserve (Fed) can have a profound impact on exchange rates. Interest rate changes, quantitative easing, and other policy measures can influence capital flows and currency values. Geopolitical Events: Political Instability: Political turmoil or uncertainty in either region can lead to currency volatility. Trade Wars: Trade disputes or tariffs can disrupt global trade and affect exchange rates. Market Sentiment: Risk Appetite: Investor sentiment can influence currency markets. During periods of risk aversion, investors may favor safe-haven currencies like the US dollar. Forecasting Methods: Fundamental Analysis: This involves analyzing economic indicators, central bank policies, and geopolitical events to assess the underlying value of a currency. Technical Analysis: This method uses historical price data and charts to identify patterns and trends that may predict future price movements. Quantitative Analysis: This approach employs statistical models and algorithms to analyze large datasets and identify correlations between variables that may influence exchange rates. It's important to note that no forecasting method is foolproof. Currency markets are highly volatile, and unexpected events can significantly impact exchange rates. A combination of fundamental, technical, and quantitative analysis can provide a more comprehensive understanding of market dynamics.
SP:SPXLong
by ITManager_US
The U.S. is now entering a recessionThe U.S. economy has faced a number of factors in recent years that may increase the likelihood of a recession. My expectations regarding the recession were not about whether it would happen or not. The fact that a recession would occur was already confirmed in 2023, and the question was only when it would start and how soon it would happen. During the current crisis, the U.S. postponed the recession by all possible means, but eventually, all confirmations of the recession's onset were received. Now the U.S. is triggering a new global crisis, which will be accompanied by all the resulting consequences, including its spread around the world. Let’s take a closer look at the key aspects: 1. Inflation and Monetary Policy - High Inflation: Inflation in the U.S. has long remained above the target level of 2%, forcing the Federal Reserve (Fed) to take measures to contain it. The rapid increase in interest rates to fight inflation may slow economic growth, raising borrowing costs for businesses and consumers. - Tight Monetary Policy: The Fed has raised interest rates to a level that many economists consider "restrictive," making it harder to access credit, reducing investment activity, and limiting consumer spending. 2. Labor Market Situation - Labor Market Challenges: While the U.S. labor market has been strong for a long time (low unemployment, steady wage growth), there are signs that companies are starting to cut back on hiring, and layoffs are increasing. The reduction in jobs in the tech sector in late 2023 and early 2024 could be a precursor to slowing economic activity. - Declining Productivity: In some industries, productivity is falling, which may indicate an overheated economy and a subsequent slowdown in activity. 3. Consumer Activity - Rising Borrowing Costs: Higher interest rates are leading to increased costs for mortgages and consumer loans, which reduces spending. With 70% of the U.S. economy dependent on consumer spending, a decrease in activity could lead to a slowdown in GDP growth. - Decline in Real Incomes: Despite wage growth, high inflation can erode real incomes, which limits consumption. 4. Geopolitical Factors and Instability - Geopolitical Instability: A complex geopolitical environment is driving up costs for energy, food, and other key goods, which could negatively impact the U.S. economy. - Supply Chain Issues: Supply chain disruptions caused by the pandemic and geopolitical risks, although somewhat eased, continue to affect production processes and trade. 5. Debt Burden and Budgetary Issues - Government Debt: U.S. debt continues to rise, and the government is struggling to service it in an environment of high interest rates. This increases fiscal pressure and reduces the ability to use budgetary stimulus in the event of a recession. - Budgetary Constraints: The reduction in budget programs and fiscal stimulus introduced in response to the COVID-19 pandemic may also contribute to slowing economic activity. 6. Financial Markets - Stock Market Volatility: Instability in financial markets and falling asset values can reduce household and investor wealth, leading to lower consumption and investment. - Credit Risks: Rising interest rates may lead to an increase in loan defaults and debt obligations, worsening financial stability. Forecast and Probability of a Recession - According to estimates from many analysts and economists, the probability of a recession in the U.S. in 2024 remains high — around 50-60%, given current economic factors. - The main risks are associated with the overly tight monetary policy of the Fed, geopolitical instability, and rising borrowing costs, which limit activity from both consumers and businesses. - However, some economists believe that a soft landing (without a deep downturn) is possible if the Fed can balance inflation and economic growth. Thus, the recession is confirmed.
CBOE:SPXShort
by Smollet
1
Iconic Failed Bullish move on SPX?If the S&P500 gets rejected at this level, it has the power to be an iconic selloff. Now before we get to “bear’d up ” understand the SPX is still holding above the key short term daily moving averages and holding higher lows. The long term trend is still up. Now to go back to being bearish. This FOMC interest cut was a big 0.50 BP which is not what most were expecting. The rate cut that everyone was so bulled up on ended up backfiring in the markets face. The market sold off and reversed lower. Historically this is a phenomenon we can observe throughout previous rate cutting cycles. Along with a buy the rumour sell type of day, the candle formation om the SPX are appearing to be higher volume reversal candles. Today session almost completed bearishly engulfed yesterday’s session. These 2 candles have also proceeded to be trading at New All Time Highs before failing to hold and reversing Lower.
SP:SPX
by Trading-Capital
The End?Have the fed realized that the economy is broken? Is there something they don’t want to tell us? Why was there 818,000 jobs overstated in the data they ‘react’ to. What is the real data? Consumer stocks are a more reliable barometer for how healthy the economy. Stocks from Dollar General, to Starbucks, to Nike and LVMH, the spending is weak. Low income consumer - weak Mid tier consumer - weak High end consumers - weak So did we get a 0.5% reduction because they have reacted too late and realized the economy has underlying weaknesses? Possibly so, they have done so in the past: Looking at the history of recent cuts followed by crashes due to economic weakness: 2000-2001 - dot-com bubble 2007-2008 - Great financial crisis Rate cuts were implemented in response to underlying economic issues. The market interpreted these cuts as confirmation that the Fed was worried about economic conditions, which led to panicked selling and eventual market crashes. 2024 - 2025 - the end of the grand supercycle due to massive rise in unemployment or do we get the continuation to more all time highs? Nobody knows where we are just yet but there are clues to what will happen next, if you know what you’re looking at. I do firmly believe we are in the 5th wave of a multi decade supercycle. When it ends, it will be very ugly. Stay tuned!
SP:SPX
by NoFOMO_
2
Did SPX just triple top on the 1.61 extension? 1.61 extensions can be a common level for false breakouts. One of the times in which we know we can see 1.61 false breakouts is in Elliot wave 5. This perhaps is reason we find so many 1.61 extensions at big highs. We've been trading at this level for a while now. Tried to sell twice and now we have a wick after the news. If this sells again, then we may have formed a triple top on the weekly at this big 1.61 level. Can be a serious dump if that's the case. The termination of wave 5 would imply the spiking out of the 2022 low.
SP:SPXShort
by holeyprofit
11
Fed decision had long been priced in - what's next ?It is said that the stock market looks 6 to 9 months ahead. This was probably the reason why today's decision by the Fed to cut interest rates by 0.5% did not cause a major realignment in the markets (so far). It was a foregone conclusion that the Fed would begin to turn the tide on interest rates. However, it was unclear how big the move would be. Many economists had expected a smaller move of a quarter of a percentage point. The cut marks a turning point in interest rate policy: the Fed had been raising rates at a record-breaking pace since last March to combat stubbornly high inflation, most recently holding them in a range of 5.25 percent to 5.50 percent for more than a year.
FX:SPX500
by ReallyMe
S&P 500 INDEX to 6000 before mid 2023Firstly a big thank you for taking me past the 10k likes on Tradingview. That’s a great milestone and tells me the ideas must be appreciated. If it is okay with you I’ll continue to share them freely. As a thank you for taking my ideas past this milestone I want to share the idea that will challenge 95% of those reading. You will just not believe what is about to happen in the following 6-9 months. Use this idea as a cheat code to take you to the 5% club. It is highly probable the market will rip higher and I’m betting on a new all time high before the middle of next year in the area of 6000. Then we can have our recession. Still reading? Or have you gone straight to the comments for some club 95% ‘you mad bro’ comments? What’s the evidence? There’s technical and fundamental. Firstly the technical on the above weekly chart: 1) A ‘great buy’ signal has printed. Look left. 2) Every year that ends with a ‘2’ for the last 70 years has beautiful symmetry with its roots in pi-cycle theory, but I’ll not go into that here, just accept it. Each of the annual charts below are the last 70 years with years ending in a ‘2’ with the vertical lines approximately identifying a 12 month window. 1952 - 1962 - 1972 - 1982 - 1992 - 2002 - 2012 - And finally 2022 - see a pattern? The Fundamentals 1) Mid-term elections - the FED will not crash the market with up and coming mid-term elections. They never have in the above years. 2) Insider trading - The people making the decisions / your glorious leaders, they are actually buying the dip: “U.S. House speaker Pelosi discloses trades in Apple and Microsoft” Source: www.reuters.com This is not an isolated event. 3) Sentiment is at the lowest it has been for 40 years! Not even 2008 comes close. People are so bearish right now that it is actually bullish. 4) The Put / Call ratio. The number of retail traders ‘short’ on the market is at levels not seen since August 2020. Remember then? The world was ending then too. 5) The ‘Put/Call’ ratio is printing bearish divergence just as it was back in August 2020. The market ripped higher afterwards. Well that’s it - Hope you enjoyed, this took some hours of study and preparation. Ww Type: trade Risk: <=6% of portfolio Timeframe: 6 to 9 months Return: 50-80%
SP:SPXLong
by without_worries
265
S&P 500 INDEX (^SPX) short term outlookThe S&P 500 is trading within an upward price channel, indicated by the parallel trendlines. The index is nearing a potential breakout above key resistance near 5650, where previous attempts to breach this level were rejected. The price is currently at 5638.73, with Bollinger Bands showing a squeeze, suggesting increased volatility ahead. A breakout above 5650 could lead to a rally towards the target zone between 5800 and 5900, shown in the chart. The moving averages are aligned to support bullish momentum, but caution should be taken if the price fails to break the resistance, as this may result in a pullback to the 5500 support area. In the short term, traders should watch for increased volume and confirmation above 5700 for a potential continuation to higher levels. A failure to break out could signal consolidation or a move back toward lower trendline support.
SP:SPX
by TraderhrTrading
How prepared are you for the outcome from FOMC today?Hello traders! I see one of three possible decisions being made today: Highest probability, 25bp rate cute Low probability, 50bp rate cut Low probability, no change (they did say over many months how committed they were to 2% inflation). These 3 possible decisions can have multiple outcomes. 25bp rate cut : Market moves in the current direction (up for assets/crypto etc) 50bp rate cut : Market turns heavy bullish No change : get ready for a very cold and painful winter and QE to turn the market back around in 3-6 months from now. How are you preparing for these three possible outcomes strategically and mentally? Here is my play: I have bets for the long side, so if a bullish outcome happens, I'm ready to take my profits at my targets And if there is no change and we see a crash over the next few months, I'm mentally prepared and will embrace that outcome with a smile on my face and get ready to buy again at the next bottom once the FED unleashes QE. There is one last rare possible outcome: selling the news type of event. We could see a sharp decline over the next few weeks, but it will be all very bullish. There could be an attempt to mark down the prices to get folks to sell so they can buy. Let's play smart and be prepared mentally. Trading is just like any other sport; it's a mental game. Good luck to everyone today, and green pips to you 🤑
SP:SPXLong
by Saver0