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GBP/CAD: Is the "Loonie" Losing Its Wings in the AI Era?The British Pound (GBP) has established a new tactical foothold against the Canadian Dollar (CAD) following the Bank of Canada’s (BoC) decision to hold rates at 2.25%. While the headline narrative focuses on interest rate differentials, smart money is pricing in a deeper "divergence trade" between the UK’s service-led resilience and Canada’s resource-heavy vulnerabilities. This analysis dissects why the GBP/CAD pair is moving, looking beyond the central bank transcripts to the structural shifts in technology, cyber-warfare, and innovation that are redefining these two Commonwealth economies. Macroeconomics: The "Dovish" Hold vs. The "Sticky" Service The immediate catalyst is the BoC’s caution. By holding rates at 2.25% a level considered stimulative Governor Tiff Macklem admitted that Q4 GDP is "likely to be weak." * The CAD Drag: Canada’s economy is sputtering due to soft export demand. The central bank is effectively capping the currency’s upside to protect its export engines. * The GBP Floor: Conversely, the UK’s forecasted 0.1% GDP rebound, while modest, signals stability. The Bank of England (BoE) faces "sticky" service inflation, forcing it to keep rates relatively higher than its Canadian counterpart, creating a yield advantage for Sterling. Geopolitics & Geostrategy: Arctic Tensions & Trade Wars The geopolitical risk premium is weighing heavily on the Loonie. * Canada’s Exposure: Canada is currently navigating a volatile trade environment with its southern neighbour. With protectionist rhetoric heating up in Washington, CAD is vulnerable to US trade tariff threats, which could stifle cross-border commerce. * UK’s Arctic Pivot: Interestingly, the UK is reasserting itself in the "High North." The 2025 renewed interest in Arctic security positions the UK as a key security guarantor for the GIUK (Greenland-Iceland-UK) gap, adding a layer of "security currency" status to the Pound that the purely resource-linked CAD lacks. Industry Trends & High-Tech: The AI Scale War Currency strength in 2025 is increasingly correlated with "Sovereign AI" capabilities. The UK is winning this metric. * UK Dominance: As of late 2025, the UK ranks 3rd globally in AI ecosystem strength, boasting nearly double the number of funded AI startups compared to Canada (885 vs. 481). * The Gap: While Canada has world-class research hubs like MILA, it struggles to commercialize at scale. The UK’s "Silicon Fens" and London fintech corridors are attracting significantly more private AI investment, acting as a magnet for foreign capital that supports the GBP. Cyber & Technology: The Infrastructure Risk A hidden driver of CAD weakness is the "Cyber Discount" applied to its energy sector. * The Threat: 2025 has seen a disturbing spike in ransomware attacks targeting critical energy infrastructure. Canada’s vast pipeline network and industrial control systems are prime targets, creating operational risks that global investors are beginning to price in. * UK Resilience: While London faces high attack volumes, its cyber-defence architecture (focused on financial services) is viewed as more mature and "battle-hardened" than the physical operational technology (OT) protecting Canadian resources. Patents & Innovation: The "Grade D" Problem Long-term currency value is driven by productivity, which is fueled by innovation. * Canada’s Lag: Recent reports continue to grade Canada’s patent output as a "D," noting it punches below its weight in converting R&D into intellectual property. * UK Leadership: In contrast, the UK maintains its status as an "Innovation Leader" (125% of the EU average), particularly in high-value sectors like Quantum Computing and Biotech. This intellectual property surplus creates a long-term "quality" bias for GBP over CAD. Conclusion: The Structural Divergence The GBP/CAD uptick is not a blip; it is a signal. The market is favouring the UK’s service-based, AI-integrated economy over Canada’s resource-dependent model, which is currently besieged by soft demand and cyber threats. > Key Takeaway: The "Loonie" is no longer just an oil proxy; it is a tech laggard. Watch the UK’s AI investment flows if they accelerate, GBP/CAD has structural room to run.
Long
by the5erstrading
The Big Short’s Longest Bet: Can Freddie Mac Break Free?Michael Burry, the legendary bear of 2008, has flipped the script. The man who famously shorted the housing market now bets on its bedrock: Freddie Mac (FMCC). Shares rallied 10% Tuesday after Burry revealed a "personal" stake in the government-sponsored enterprise (GSE). He argues the mortgage giant stands on the precipice of a historic transformation. Yet, he warns of a "steep, windy, and rocky climb" ahead. Is this the ultimate contrarian play, or a value trap waiting to snap? Geopolitics & Macroeconomics: The Housing Anchor The global financial system rests heavily on the stability of US housing. Freddie Mac does not just fund American homes; it securitizes debt that underpins global bond markets. A successful privatization would send a powerful signal of US financial resilience to foreign creditors. Conversely, continued conservatorship limits US economic agility. The Trump administration’s push for privatization aims to unleash capital, reducing the government's balance sheet exposure while revitalizing the secondary mortgage market. Business Models: The IPO Pivot Freddie Mac’s business model is shifting from government ward to private competitor. For 17 years, it surrendered profits to the Treasury. Burry predicts a re-listing could unlock immense value, potentially pricing shares at 1.5 to 2 times book value. The core strategy involves shedding the "net worth sweep" shackles to rebuild capital. This transition requires a fundamental restructuring of how the enterprise prices risk and retains earnings, moving from a utility-like mandate to a growth-oriented equity story. Technology & Cyber: AI in the Engine Room Behind the ticker, Freddie Mac is quietly becoming a fintech juggernaut. The company now deploys advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) to modernize credit risk modeling. Innovations like "Automated Collateral Evaluation" (ACE) reduce the need for physical appraisals, streamlining the loan cycle. Furthermore, their deployment of "Early Warning Indicator" (EWI) models uses Natural Language Processing to predict operational bottlenecks. This tech-forward approach reduces defect rates and fortifies their cyber-defense posture against data breaches. Science & High-Tech: Algorithmic Rigor The science of risk is evolving. Traditional linear regression models often fail when economic conditions shift abruptly. Freddie Mac’s data scientists are exploring "Hamiltonian-constrained" neural networks to maintain ranking stability in volatile markets. By integrating physics-based optimization into financial modeling, they aim to solve the "concept drift" problem where models degrade over time. This high-tech rigorousness ensures that their multi-trillion-dollar portfolio remains robust against unforeseen economic shocks. Management & Leadership: Steering Through the Storm Leadership at Freddie Mac focuses on operational leanness. The management culture has pivoted from crisis survival to efficiency and digital transformation. They prioritize "mission-driven" business while preparing for the scrutiny of public markets. Burry suggests that even Warren Buffett could endorse this leadership by acquiring a stake. This vote of confidence would validate the management’s strategy of balancing affordable housing mandates with shareholder returns. Conclusion: The Verdict Freddie Mac is no longer just a distressed asset; it is a technology-empowered financial fortress awaiting liberation. Michael Burry’s entry signals that the risk-reward ratio has finally tipped. While the path to an IPO remains fraught with political hurdles, the fundamental drivers—innovation, leadership, and market necessity—are aligning. Investors willing to endure the volatility may find themselves holding the keys to the next decade’s most significant financial turnaround.
OTC:FMCCLong
by TradeThePool
AUD/CNY: Are Rates Hiding a Deeper Revolution? The Australian Dollar (AUD) has shown remarkable resilience against the Chinese Yuan (CNY) in late 2025, driven by a complex interplay of monetary steadfastness and strategic trade realignments. Following the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) decision to hold the cash rate at 3.6% a "hawkish hold" signaling persistent inflation concerns, the AUD/CNY pair is reacting not just to interest rate differentials, but to deeper structural shifts in the global economy. Macroeconomics: The Divergence Trade The primary driver remains the divergence in monetary policy. The RBA’s decision to maintain rates at 3.6% contrasts sharply with the People’s Bank of China (PBOC), which continues to battle deflationary pressures with liquidity injections. RBA Stance: With inflation easing but "sticky" in service sectors, the RBA refuses to pivot to cuts, effectively setting a floor for the AUD. China’s Reality: Despite a surprising 5.7% jump in exports in November 2025, China's domestic demand remains tepid. This pushes the PBOC to keep the Yuan relatively loose to support the export engine, inadvertently strengthening the AUD/CNY cross. Geopolitics & Geostrategy: The "Fragile Thaw" The geopolitical landscape has shifted from hostility to a pragmatic "fragile thaw." The removal of the final trade barriers on Australian exports, such as rock lobster, has reopened and improved capital flows. However, the strategic environment remains tense. Strategic hedging: Australia is balancing its largest trading partner (China) with its primary security partner (the USA). AUKUS Factor: Defense alliances continue to create underlying friction, ensuring that while trade flows, political trust remains low. Industry Trends & Science: The Green Steel Revolution A critical driver for the AUD is the transformation of the iron ore trade. It is no longer just about volume; it is about quality suitable for "green steel." Science of Decarbonization: Low-grade ore is insufficient for hydrogen-based steelmaking. Australia’s high-grade hematite is becoming a premium scientific input for China’s decarbonization targets. December 2025 MoU: The recent signing of a Memorandum of Understanding on steel decarbonization between Canberra and Beijing highlights this technological interdependence. High-Tech & Patent Analysis: Critical Minerals The narrative has shifted from bulk commodities to strategic tech inputs. Australia is not just shipping dirt; it is supplying the inputs for high-tech dominance. Zirconium & Lithium: These minerals are essential for nuclear energy, hypersonic missile components, and EV batteries. Patent Implications: As China advances its high-tech patent portfolio in renewable energy, it becomes increasingly dependent on Australian raw materials that meet specific purity standards. This reliance underpins the AUD's value as a "proxy" for global tech supply chains. Cyber & Technology: Protecting the Supply Chain With the integration of AI and automation in mining (e.g., Rio Tinto’s autonomous trains), cyber resilience has become a tier-one priority. IP Protection: Australian mining tech is proprietary. Protecting the data streams of autonomous logistics from state-sponsored cyber espionage is now a board-level issue. Export Controls: Tighter export controls on "strategic technologies" ensure that while Australia sells the minerals, it protects the processing IP, adding a premium to the Australian mining sector's valuation. Leadership & Business Models: The ESG Pivot Australian corporate leadership has pivoted business models from "dig-and-ship" to "value-driven partnerships." Culture of Compliance: Management teams are prioritizing ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) credentials to meet both Western investor demands and Chinese regulatory requirements for lower-carbon inputs. Innovation: Companies are investing heavily in on-site beneficiation (processing ore to higher grades), fundamentally changing the value proposition and supporting the currency through higher-margin exports. Conclusion: A Currency of Complexity The AUD/CNY increase is not a simple story of interest rates. It is the result of Australia successfully navigating a geopolitical tightrope while upgrading its industrial base to meet the scientific demands of a decarbonizing world. Traders must watch not just the RBA, but the flow of high-tech minerals and the evolving diplomatic dance between Beijing and Canberra. K ey Takeaway: The AUD is evolving from a "risk-on" commodity currency into a "strategic resource" currency. Trade it with an eye on geopolitical headlines as much as economic data.
Long
by the5erstrading
WEEKLY WARMAP: DOLLAR MARKETThe week begins with a balanced dollar, firm U.S. yields, and suppressed volatility. DXY remains inside its 97.672–99.985 range, reflecting equilibrium rather than trend. No directional signal is valid until structure breaks. Short-end yields moved ~2.8% higher last week and extended another ~0.76% into Monday’s session. The 10-year yield advanced ~2.88% last week with further upside today. The curve is repricing risk while volatility remains suppressed following a ~16.6% decline. This week’s macro catalysts: FOMC decision + Powell press conference JOLTS labor demand data PPI Weekly jobless claims Federal budget and projections All influence: credibility, yield expectations, liquidity conditions. Cross-asset behavior remains neutral. ES stays inside its 6540.25–6953.75 bracket — strong order flow but extended location near the monthly upper boundary and roughly +2 deviations above the mean. Gold remains inside its 3996.2–4380.7 weekly range. Key DXY levels: 98.175 — downside liquidity 98.917 — upside structural trigger Inside this band = non-directional behavior. Outside = actionable change. The overall environment reflects structural tension, not directional conviction. TECHNICAL CONTEXT (CORE5 STRUCTURE) DXY trades only 0.11% from monthly balance, creating conditions for algorithmic defense at key price boundaries. The current question: rotation or continuation? Price remains inside its daily range (97.672–99.985). Structure is balanced, but location matters: DXY sits within the dynamic discount zone on the DGM model This typically supports accumulation But there is a bullish volume cap beneath price — an unfinished orderflow pocket resembling a bookkeeping discrepancy This imbalance often requires a downward corrective spike before any sustained upward movement. If bearish flow develops: Liquidity sits cleanly below 98.175 and may be targeted before stabilization. If bullish flow emerges: A daily close above 98.917 is required to confirm shift. Anything below this level is intra-range noise. Current read: Structure: balanced Geometry: supportive zone Volume: incomplete Order flow: neutral, awaiting data Execution: conditional environment, not trend environment This week’s direction depends on how DXY responds to the incoming data sequence. WEEKLY TAKEAWAY Two levels govern the week: 98.175 → downside liquidity 98.917 → upside structural trigger Inside the band: neutral. Outside the band: decisive. — CORE5DAN Institutional Logic. Modern Technology. Real Freedom.
CME_MINI:ES1!
by CORE5DAN
A Jobless Profit Boom!I think this chart is self-explanatory. Corporate profits are ripping higher while payroll growth barely moved. America just printed a profit boom without the jobs to match it. This explains the massive multiple expansion in stocks and the topped-out economy that is now rolling over. Unsustainable! Print and play has consequences! THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
FRED:PAYEMSShort
by RealMacro
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Velocity Of Money Rolling Over Again!The Real Interpretation This chart is telling one story: Money supply growth has massively outpaced real output for decades. It lines up perfectly with: Falling real productivity Stagnant wages Declining borrower quality Rising debt-to-GDP Asset inflation decoupling from fundamentals The economy shifting from productive borrowing → consumption and asset speculation You don't fix this with “policy choices.” You fix it with real wealth creation, which requires creditworthy borrowers — not printing. Forward-Looking View Unless: Productivity rises Real output accelerates Borrowers gain real income strength Capital flows into productive sectors instead of financial games…this ratio won’t materially rise. That means: Every new dollar is buying less GDP Long-term growth potential is fading More money chasing fewer productive opportunities More fragility in the credit system It’s a classic late-cycle fiat symptom. Here are questions to ask: If “money creation” creates growth, why is GDP-per-dollar collapsing? Why did 40 years of money expansion not produce proportional GDP? If borrowers create loans, where are the new productive borrowers? Why did QE cause asset inflation but no sustainable GDP boost? If the system is “fine,” why does each new dollar buy less real output? Perma Bulls, MMTers, Politicians etc.. can’t answer those without admitting the private-sector engine is weakening. The less productive output per $ while the markets keep rising & rising will only produce less and less profit per share over time. No matter how much lipstick they put on that pig. Eventually, the economy & markets will CRASH! They always correct themselves in the end. Perma Bulls have no exit strategy and will go down with the boat! MMTers will want Gov to borrow and spend EVEN MORE! despite the empirical self-evident fact that print and play doesn't work! Politicians will borrow and spend even more, claiming they will "STIMULATE THE ECONOMY" I got all that from just one chart? NO! The entire spectrum of data. Here is one THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
FRED:GDPShort
by RealMacro
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OIL Is Cheap For A ReasonOil is cheap because the global economy sucks! And it is "sucking" more and more every day. That's why Oil is on sale! Cheap! Cheap! And likely going to get more "cheap! cheap!" Me love you long time! Before I continue, story time. In 2008, I could not convince anyone for the life of me that "PEAK OIL" was a scam! CNBC had T. Boone Pickens on twice a day, telling people we needed 238948735765374 barrels of oil to extract 1 barrel out of the ground. Today, I can't convince anyone to skip EV, TSLA, AI, Crypto, the money has been made, GTFO. LOL! As you can see, Oil is a much better long-term investment than all the hyped up trades pushed on to you daily. Energy stocks make up about 3% of the S&P 500. The Magnificent Seven circus? Roughly 36% of the entire index. LOL! What are energy stocks going to do? Go to 1.5% of the SP500? Let it! Buy more! BTW, you notice how they keep telling you AI will need all this energy? LOL! Wouldn't energy stocks reflect all that demand? LOL! SUCKA! Anyway! Just look at the chart. If this makes sense to you and it fits your portfolio to BUILD a position long term, let me know in the comments. ;) I have more on Oil here THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
TVC:USOILLong
by RealMacro
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Japan Killing Crypto & AI Bros! DANGER!I’m not sure how to explain all of this in one post here. Most are just traders and think this doesn't matter. but it does. The full story is too big for a single message, and it would require some basic macro and monetary system knowledge. Without that foundation, the explanation would just get lost. All you need to know is that the 10-year yield in Japan going to the moon is a big deal for the "Crypto Bros with their Lambos" and all risky assets, including the S&P500 and the "AI circle jerk Bros." or "Jerky Boys" as I like to call them now. Anyway, THE HIGHER the JPY 10YR YIELD GOES, THE WORSE IT WILL GET. SO WATCH IT CLOSELY! All you need to know. I know the Crypto Bros were sold the cute story of how BTC decentralized "real money" will replace the FIAT payment system, and how god is not making anymore BTC. The same cute story was said in housing 2006/7 "buy real estate bc God is not making any more land blah blah! THAT WENT WELL! Jerky Boys are told the cute story of how AI will change the world tomorrow, and if you don't buy now, you are an idiot! In 2000, I heard the same schitt with the internet and AOL. That went well, too! A couple more cute stories! PEAK OIL! We are using 12329877634365472354 barrels to extract 1 barrel. QE would cause hyperinflation, and Gold to $389579837598457 dollars. On and on. They all sounded good at the time until they didn't! Then reality hit. So! All you need to do is just watch the yield. and see how risk assets behave. All I am asking. The proof is in the pudding! There will be a lot of intervention fuckery that will go on from various entities, including the obvious BOJ. Be ready! THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
TVC:JXYShort
by RealMacro
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USDJPY Fundamental OutlookWith the Dollar rapidly declining against a basket of other major currency's and higher chances of Hasset becoming the next fed chair, we could see further downside on dollar pairs. I don't think the move is done yet and we could trade lower towards 98.000 in the future, cause we definitly havn't priced in everything yet cause I don't see Trump letting this chance to put a Dovish fed chair in place slide. The yen has gained some strength Wednesday morning, showing that people are more interested in high probability rate hikes, then strong demand for government bond. Hence why I see the yen climb higher to 5.845 (Previous weeks high) Putting this together USDJPY has some more downside room this week, possibly trading to 153.600
Short
by OzkarMe
Debasement Trading 101My Trading Background: Over years, I've traded stocks, options, futures, and international markets. Tried quantitative options strategies, income-generating portfolios, day trading futures, and same-day expiration options. Experienced profits and losses, but none led to massive gains. Debasement Trading Entering 2025, I switched to Gold Futures ( COMEX:GC1! ). Frustrated by market makers' whims—rate cuts one day, consumer spending the next. High beta increased account risk. Benefits of alternative assets like gold: Straightforward: Few key drivers affect pricing. Hedge against market risk: Profit when others lose. Reduced downside: Traded at fair value via supply/demand and physical delivery—more predictable and stable (though less so now). Gold is secondary to primary markets but offers quantitative, reliable guidance. I hold positions for months, reducing stress. Current Key Drivers As of December 3, 2025: 1. Fed Rate Cut (Dec)- Anticipation rose from 54% (early Nov) to 88%. 2. QT Termination - Permanent end to quantitative tightening since 2022. 3. Forex Risks - USD/KRW at historic 1,440; signals international currency pressures. 4. Japan Bond Yields - 10Y yield up 100 bps; reflects potential rate hikes, slower GDP, reduced productivity/spending amid tourism-driven inflation. 5. Pair Trading - Silver elevating beyond record high price level earlier this week followed by optimistic demand outlook paired with plunging Crypto currency, inflow of safe haven liquidity back into conventional safe haven asset classes. Chart Analysis 1. Hourly charted bullish regression trend maintained 2. Downside Risk to $4,040 - $4,005 3. Sell-Off of recent gains ahead of Major economic events. Bullish Outlook Gold remains extremely bullish. With Fed rate cuts and other central banks holding/raising rates, 2026 price target: $5,000 (per major banks). Let's build a healthy, educational commodity trading community. Likes, comments, follows appreciated! Share ideas on COMEX:GC1! and $OANDA:XAUUSD.
OANDA:XAUUSDLong
by Bullstreet_Cap
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USDJPY Fundamental UpdateUSDJPY slowly dropped lower following a bearish DXY. JPY remained around the same level. The dollar saw a significant drop due to a shift from a 35% expectation to an 85% expectation that Hasset will become the next fed chair. The expectations rose after Trump again mentioned that he already knows who he wants as a new fed chair early in 2026. Why are people looking at Hasset to replace Powell? Trump is know to be in heavy favor of rate cuts and since Powell doesn't listen to Trump's recommendations, everybody is looking at Hasset since he has a dovish stance and will very likely start easing, which is ofcourse what trump wants. What is next for the dollar? Since this is big news for the dollar and will probably cause multiple rate cuts in december, the markets are going to price these in more and more the closer we get to the replacement of the fed chair. This means medium-term bearish pressure on the dollar, however we already saw a 0.4% drop today on the DXY and traded under previous monthly lows. This could cause a reaction before we see further downside this month to the 98.500-98.000 range. We also saw bad ADP news pressuring the dollar even more, bringing the probability even higher for a rate cut in december. The Yen stayed steady and didn't move a lot since yesterday. Investors are still cautious with yen longs cause of the JP10Y demand. Yen longs for now are not on the table and I will wait for further development to see how traders position going into high probability rate hikes in december.
by OzkarMe
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Is the Aussie Awakening a Mirage?The Australian Dollar is staging a formidable recovery, driven by a stark divergence in central bank leadership and shifting geopolitical tides. As the pair approaches the critical 0.6600 resistance, we analyze the multi-domain factors fueling this ascent. Geopolitics & Geostrategy: The Stability Premium Global capital is currently re-evaluating the "safety" premium. The US grapples with political gridlock and government shutdown threats. Meanwhile, Australia presents a geostrategic anchor in the Asia-Pacific. The AUD is benefiting from a "stability premium" as investors rotate out of the uncertainty plaguing the US Dollar. Furthermore, renewed hopes for European peace deals have buoyed global risk sentiment. This shift disproportionately benefits high-beta currencies like the AUD over the safe-haven USD. Management & Leadership: Bullock vs. Powell The divergence in governance between the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and the Federal Reserve drives this trend. RBA Governor Michele Bullock displays assertive leadership, maintaining a hawkish stance to combat sticky inflation. In contrast, the Federal Reserve appears reactive, with markets pricing in a high chance of a December rate cut. This leadership contrast—steadfastness versus capitulation is steering capital flows toward the AUD. Industry Trends & Innovation: The Infrastructure Boom A hidden driver of the AUD’s resilience is a surge in high-tech infrastructure. Q3 GDP data revealed that while household consumption slowed, private investment surged 2.9%. This growth relies heavily on machinery, equipment, and renewable energy projects. This is not just a mining story anymore; it is an infrastructure evolution. Tangible capital expenditure in technology sectors provides a structural floor for the currency that speculative flows cannot match. Macroeconomics: The Two-Speed Economy Australia currently exhibits a classic "two-speed" economy. The consumer sector softens under the weight of cost-of-living pressures, yet the business sector aggressively expands capacity. The 0.4% GDP growth missed forecasts, yet the currency rallied. The reason is simple: sticky inflation forces the RBA to keep rates higher for longer. In a world where the US cuts rates, Australia’s high-yield status acts as a powerful magnet. Business Models: Intellectual Property of Policy Metaphorically, the RBA holds the "patent" on credible inflation targeting in 2025. Other central banks pivot prematurely, but the RBA’s refusal to cut rates preserves the integrity of their monetary policy. This adherence to mandate over market pressure creates a predictable business environment for foreign investors. It distinguishes the AUD as a currency of yield and integrity in a volatile G10 landscape. Technical Analysis: The Battle Lines The AUD/USD has executed a V-shaped recovery, bouncing from key support. The pair is now confronting the 2022 trendline at 0.6592/98. * Bullish Case: A weekly close above 0.6598 invalidates the bearish trend. This opens the door to 0.6651 * and 0.6723 . * Bearish Case: Failure here triggers a potential "Head and Shoulders" pattern. This targets a retest of 0.6453 . * Algorithmic Insight: High-frequency traders likely target this specific trendline collision. Expect volatility as human conviction battles automated resistance. Final Verdict: The fundamental backdrop favors the bulls due to the RBA/Fed policy divergence. However, the technical barrier at 0.6600 is formidable. Traders must watch for a confirmed breakout before chasing this rally further.
Long
by the5erstrading
Is the EUR/JPY Rebound Real or a Bull Trap? The EUR/JPY cross climbs near 180.70, but technical barriers and hawkish central banks cloud the horizon. The EUR/JPY pair has snapped a three-day losing streak, gaining traction during the Asian session on Tuesday. Spot prices currently hover near the 180.70 area, marking a 0.10% intraday increase. The market found solid support near the psychological 180.00 mark, bouncing from a four-day low. Traders are now positioning themselves ahead of crucial Eurozone inflation data, which serves as the primary catalyst for this upward momentum. Macroeconomic Drivers: The Inflation Paradox Investors focus intensely on the upcoming Eurozone Harmonized Index of Consumer Prices (HICP) data. Forecasts suggest headline inflation rose 2.1% YoY in November, with core inflation edging up to 2.5%. While France and Spain showed cooling prices, Germany reported unexpectedly high inflation figures. This divergence reinforces the argument for a European Central Bank (ECB) policy hold. A pause in rate cuts acts as a significant tailwind for the Euro. Geostrategy and Global Risk Sentiment Geopolitical stability and market optimism currently undermine demand for traditional safe-haven assets like the Japanese Yen (JPY). A positive global risk tone encourages investors to seek higher yields, favoring the Euro over the Yen. Furthermore, global trade policy discussions are prompting capital flows into currencies backed by stable export economies. The Eurozone’s industrial adaptability positions it favorably in this environment, suppressing JPY strength despite potential interventions. Leadership and Governance: The BoJ Stance Bank of Japan (BoJ) Governor Kazuo Ueda recently delivered hawkish remarks regarding economic projections. He stated that the probability of meeting growth targets is rising. Concurrently, Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama sees no divergence between the government and the BoJ. However, the market has temporarily priced in these warnings. The immediate focus remains on the ECB’s reluctance to cut rates, which overpowers the BoJ’s normalization narrative in the short term. Industry Trends and Innovation Economics European currency strength draws support from resilient industrial sectors. High-tech manufacturing and advanced engineering firms in the Eurozone continue to drive wage growth. This economic activity contributes directly to the sticky services inflation observed in the region. Unlike Japan’s deflationary history, Europe’s innovation ecosystem maintains price pressures that prevent the ECB from adopting a dovish stance too quickly. Technical Outlook and Support Levels Technically, the pair faces immediate resistance at the 181.75 barrier. A breach here could open the path toward 182.35. Conversely, failure to maintain momentum may trigger a slide back toward the 179.40 support level. Traders must monitor stochastic indicators, which signaled negativity yesterday but are now neutralizing. The market awaits the HICP release to confirm the next directional breakout.
Long
by the5erstrading
SPY & Macro HistoricalToday FED ended QN (Quantitative Normalizing NOT "T" = tightening. 1st, you normalize, then you tighten. Right??) The Fed is continuing to let mortgage-backed securities roll off its balance sheet, while the U.S. Treasury increases T-bill issuance (cash-like instruments). That combination means more gov securities are hitting the market even as the Fed’s balance sheet stays roughly unchanged. More Treasury supply + no Fed buying = higher yields and tighter liquidity. More MBS roll-off = higher mortgage rates and pressure on housing. Treasury bills soak up cash, while longer bonds suffer. 🔥 REALMACRO summary: The Fed is doing this to: Get out of the mortgage market. Strengthen the Treasury bill market (the foundation of dollar liquidity). Keep bank reserves “ample” without restarting QE. This combo lets them tighten just enough to cool asset prices, without breaking the plumbing again like in 2019. The success of this experiment will largely determine how long the Fed can avoid returning to QE. If liquidity tightens too far as the economy continues to weaken, they’ll be forced back into some form of balance sheet expansion sooner rather than later. Lastly, let's check how right I was when I posted "MMT Everything." As of April 2020, US debt was $ 24T. Today, it is $38T, representing a total increase of $14T in 5 years. ✅ CAGR ≈ 9.6% per year ✅ S&P 500 CAGR (Apr 2020 → Today): ~18.6% per year Both are completely unsustainable growth rates. I nailed that back in April 2020. Trump & MMT "print and play" will be the death of us! SIGH! Lastly, the DOGE gimmick was a complete and total failure as expected. No reduction in deficit and no fraud found. Imagine that! As I keep saying, " NEVER INVEST IN TOXIC PEOPLE! THEY WILL ALWAYS BURN YOU IN THE END!" It's not political it's a FACT! THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
AMEX:SPYShort
by RealMacro
5
SPX to Money Supply WARNING!If the charts aren’t showing bubble setups, I’m not going to invent them. I post what the data shows. So please don’t shoot the messenger when I say GTFO & STFO. And just to keep the facts straight: Brokerage, stock, and crypto accounts are not part of M2. Why does M2 matter? It’s the actual spendable money in the economy. When M2 grows faster than real output (as it did in 2021), price pressure builds. The economy runs on liquidity. Retail, goods, services all of it requires money you can actually spend, not paper gains in a trading account. When the S&P 500 disconnects massively from M2 — like during the dot-com bubble — revenue and profit growth can’t keep pace. Valuations expand purely on speculation, not on real, organic fundamentals. That’s how multiples stretch and bubbles form. The problem? Most retail traders have no idea this is happening. They’re trading with their hair on fire, following cute social-media stories dressed up as “analysis,” using strategies that have never been tested in real markets. And that’s exactly how bubbles are fed: big players sell into retail euphoria, and retail ends up holding the bag of schitt! Buy when stocks are cheap, not at all-time highs in euphoria land. "Price is what you payt, VALUE is what you get!" THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
TVC:SPXShort
by RealMacro
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Is the BoJ Planning a Thanksgiving Ambush at 207.00?The "Guppy" (GBP/JPY) surges toward a critical 15-month peak. This rally highlights a clash between Japanese fiscal stimulus and UK fiscal prudence. Traders must navigate high-stakes geopolitical tension and potential central bank intervention during the Thanksgiving holiday. Macroeconomic Divergence: The Core Catalyst The Yen and Sterling displayed powerful, opposing dynamics this month. Japan faces market anxiety regarding government spending. Conversely, the UK is regaining fiscal credibility. Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi recently approved a massive ¥21 trillion stimulus package. This figure represents the largest injection since the COVID-19 era. Markets historically view such aggressive spending as a negative for currency strength. Consequently, investors priced in this fiscal dovishness heavily since Takaichi’s appointment. In contrast, the UK’s recent budget avoided reckless pivots. The government aims to cut expenses for a better fiscal balance. While higher income taxes may slightly dampen consumption, the overall stance stabilizes the Pound. This prudence makes the GBP the third-best performer in today’s session. Leadership and Monetary Strategy A paradox emerges in Tokyo. PM Takaichi’s fiscal expansion may force the Bank of Japan (BoJ) to pivot. The BoJ might turn hawkish to counter inflation and protect the Yen. Investors now eye the December 18th policy decision. The central bank could hike rates sooner than expected to offset the government's spending spree. Meanwhile, the threat of direct intervention looms large. The BoJ may utilize foreign reserves to buy back Yen if depreciation accelerates. Technological and Algorithmic Impacts Modern trading relies heavily on high-frequency trading (HFT) and algorithmic models. These "Cyber-Finance" systems identified the GBP/JPY’s tight bull channel since November 5. Furthermore, Japan’s export-heavy "High-Tech" sector influences this dynamic. A weak Yen usually boosts profits for Japanese patent-holders in robotics and automotive industries. However, rising energy import costs counteract these gains. This economic friction creates volatility that algorithmic traders exploit, pushing momentum indicators like the RSI to overbought levels. Technical Analysis: The 207.00 Threshold Technically, the pair sits at a decisive inflection point. The price action evolved in a relentless upward trend. However, overbought RSI levels warrant caution. Momentum still tilts upwards, suggesting the top is not yet in. Traders must watch the 207.00 resistance level closely. Last week, action stalled at 206.86. A daily close above this zone confirms a breakout, targeting the 208.120 highs (July 2024 peak). Conversely, failure to break 207.00 suggests a "double-top" pattern. This technical formation typically precedes a sharp reversal. Strategic Outlook Liquidity often thins during the Thanksgiving break. This environment increases the risk of "flash crash" scenarios if the BoJ intervenes. Traders should monitor the 207.00 level and manage risk strictly. The convergence of fiscal policy, algorithmic momentum, and central bank anxiety guarantees a volatile end to November.
Long
by the5erstrading
WARNING! 22 States Already In Recession.What the map is actually saying This map claims that as of October 2025, 22 states are either: Already in recession (red) At high risk of recession (also red) “Treading water” (yellow — basically flat growth) Only the green states are shown as still expanding. What this really means This is a state-level business cycle indicator. States can slip into recession long before the national data officially confirms a U.S. recession. Why? Because: State economies depend heavily on specific industries (energy, tech, manufacturing, tourism). Those sectors can crash regionally without the whole country being in recession—yet. So a cluster of red states = early warning signal. The big takeaway When half or more of the states show contraction, historically, the national recession follows within months. It means: Job growth is stalling. Local tax revenues are falling. Credit conditions are tightening. Businesses are cutting spending. Consumers are slowing down. In simple terms: When enough states catch pneumonia, the U.S. national economy gets sick. You have been WARNED! GTFO and STFO! THANK YOU for getting me to 5,000 followers! 🙏🔥 Let’s keep climbing. If you enjoy the work: 👉 Boost 👉 Follow 👉 Drop a solid comment Let’s push it to 6,000 and keep building a community grounded in truth, not hype.
DJ:DJIShort
by RealMacro
9
Is South Korea Financing Its Own Currency Collapse?The South Korean Won (KRW) is unraveling. Trading at 1,465.5 against the US Dollar (USD), the currency has shed over 7% of its value in the second half of 2025. While Finance Minister Koo Yun-cheol publicly vowed stability this Wednesday, his "bland" delivery and lack of concrete policy measures sent a chilling signal to global investors: Seoul is out of ammunition. The forces driving the USD/KRW pair higher are no longer just macroeconomic—they are structural, geopolitical, and deeply rooted in the technology sector. Macroeconomics & Policy: The "Bland" Defense Minister Koo’s refusal to implement tax benefits for repatriating exporter earnings exposes a critical policy gap. Koo admitted that the market reacts hypersensitively to global uncertainty, yet his proposed solution—a consultative body with the National Pension Service (NPS)—lacks immediate bite. The NPS, the world's third-largest pension fund, is ostensibly a stabilizing force. However, its mandate to maximize returns drives it to aggressively accumulate dollar-denominated assets, exacerbating the very weakness the government seeks to curb. The Bank of Korea’s expected decision to hold interest rates on Thursday further cements the paralysis, trapped between a volatile currency and an overheating housing market. Geopolitics & Geostrategy: The Cost of Alliances The Won’s depreciation is the collateral damage of South Korea’s geostrategic pivot. A looming trade deal with the United States includes a massive investment package requiring Korean conglomerates to deploy capital into American soil. This structural capital outflow creates persistent demand for dollars that no short-term intervention can offset. Simultaneously, regional tensions with North Korea and trade disputes involving China have eroded the Won’s status as a stable proxy for Asian growth. Investors are pricing in the risk of South Korea becoming an economic frontline state. Industry Trends & Business Models: The Export Paradox South Korean industry is decoupling its success from its currency. The traditional model—weak currency boosts exports—is failing. While orders for transport equipment and machinery have risen, the value is captured in rising manufacturing costs driven by tariffs on imported raw materials. Major conglomerates (Chaebols) are shifting from "Made in Korea" to "Made by Korea in the USA." This business model evolution means record corporate profits no longer translate into domestic currency demand, as earnings are increasingly retained offshore to fund global operations. Technology & Science: The Innovation Deficit Despite South Korea’s reputation as a high-tech powerhouse, the underlying mechanics of its innovation sector hurt the currency. High-Tech Arbitrage: Korean firms are aggressively acquiring US-based AI and biotech startups to bypass domestic regulatory hurdles. This M&A activity requires selling Won to buy Dollars. Science & R&D: While domestic R&D spending is high, the commercialization of breakthrough science increasingly relies on global supply chains priced in USD. Patent Analysis & Cyber Landscape A deep dive into 2025 patent filings reveals a disturbing trend for the Won. While the volume of patents filed by Korean entities remains high, the citation impact—a proxy for value—is highest in software and cybersecurity technologies dominated by US firms. Intellectual Property: Korean tech giants are paying record licensing fees for American foundational AI models and cybersecurity protocols. Cyber Defense: Escalating state-sponsored cyber threats have forced Korean financial institutions to upgrade infrastructure using imported, dollar-priced security solutions, further draining foreign reserves. Management, Leadership & Company Culture A cultural shift in corporate leadership is accelerating capital flight. A new generation of Chaebol management prioritizes global diversification over national loyalty. Unlike their predecessors, who repatriated earnings to build domestic empires, today’s leaders view the US market as the safest harbor for capital. This "herd-like behavior," which Minister Koo criticized, is a rational response to perceived domestic stagnation. Even retail investors are abandoning local equities for US tech stocks, signaling a total loss of confidence in the domestic market's growth potential. Conclusion: No Floor in Sight The USD/KRW increase is not a temporary fluctuation; it is a structural repricing of South Korea's economic future. Without a radical shift in policy that incentivizes capital repatriation or a sudden geopolitical thaw, the path of least resistance is higher. Traders should ignore the rhetoric from Sejong City and focus on the flows: money is leaving the peninsula, and it isn't coming back soon.
Long
by the5erstrading
US Recession Imminent! WARNING!Bond traders are best when it comes to economics. Stock traders not so much. As the chart shows, historically, when rates bunch up, what follows is a recession. During the recession, the economy tries to fix itself by fanning out the yield curve, marking it cheaper to borrow and boosting the economy. The best time to be buying up stocks and going long the market is when the yield curve is uninverted and fanned out wide—not when it is bunched up like this. My followers know this is my first warning of a recession since FEB. 2020. WARNING! Things can get ugly from here very quickly!
TVC:US30YShort
by RealMacro
7
Deposits All Commercial Banks & US DebtWhen a politician and their buddy start spouting nonsense about the US debt spiraling out of control, but then insist that tax cuts are great because they’ll create jobs, and all that money will somehow trickle down to the rest of us, magically boosting tax revenue to "make up" for the lost funds. Especially when that same politician was re-elected bc inflation & the economy were just so horrible, promising he would come in and save the day bringing prices down again with more tax cuts because they worked so great the first time around. That's the extreme right. What about the extreme left #MMT? #MMT is just as bad as MAGAs! They will tell you deficits are great! Deficits add to our savings! Deficits make us all richer! It's accounting, they say! it has to be that way! Except for the little fact that it's not based on empirical evidence. So the next time some B.S. Artist tells you their little version of a fictional money story, you will know what reality is since 2018. You will have seen this chart with your own eyes and cannot unsee it! No matter what you do, no matter what side you lean politically, it's irrelevant. Public debt since the tax cuts have grown exponentially, while the private sector deposits have lagged to the point they have stagnated completely since 2021. Barely rising 6%. Defunding CIA, FBI, USAID, Dept of Education etc.. will do absolutely nothing to make up for all the lost tax revenue since 2018 and the next tax cuts to follow. In fact, when we enter a recession, the deficits will explode even higher as tax revenues collapse and social and economic stabilizers (if there are any left) kick in. Then what? Don't shoot the messenger!
FRED:DPSACBW027SBOGLong
by RealMacro
2
Outflows Over Optimism: Analyzing TWD/USD WeaknessThe Taiwan Dollar (TWD) recently erased its sharpest advance in weeks against the U.S. Dollar (USD). This shift occurred despite the central bank's commitment against currency manipulation. A critical analysis reveals that equity outflows are outweighing exchange rate pledges. This TWD/USD decrease results from multi-domain forces, encompassing geopolitics, macroeconomics, and technological shifts. We must examine these intertwined factors to understand the currency's directional momentum. Geopolitical and Geostrategic Pressures Geopolitical tensions between mainland China and Taiwan generate significant investment uncertainty. Heightened cross-strait risk directly impacts investor confidence in Taiwanese assets. Foreign investors frequently exhibit risk-off behavior, prompting capital repatriation and increasing USD demand. This continuous, underlying geostrategic friction acts as a structural headwind for the TWD. Moreover, global economic fragmentation encourages supply chain "near-shoring" away from Asia. This shift potentially reduces Taiwan's export-driven trade surpluses over the long term. Macroeconomics and Capital Flight The core cause of TWD depreciation remains foreign capital outflows from the equity market. Foreign institutional investors hold a substantial share of the Taiwan stock market (TAIEX). Their net selling of Taiwanese stocks creates a massive demand for the USD to repatriate capital. This overpowers the TWD-supportive effects of the central bank's non-manipulation commitment. Furthermore, U.S. Federal Reserve policy drives the USD strength. Higher U.S. interest rates increase the yield spread against Taiwan, attracting capital to U.S. dollar-denominated assets. Technology, Cyber, and High-Tech Dynamics Taiwan's economy depends heavily on the high-tech and semiconductor industries. Slowing global demand for electronics has recently impacted Taiwan's export performance. Although the long-term trend remains strong, cyclical downturns in the Information and Communications Technology (ICT) sector directly weaken the TWD. Cyber-related risks also contribute to corporate concerns. Supply chain vulnerabilities and intellectual property threats necessitate expensive global diversification. This increased cost structure affects corporate profitability and, indirectly, investor appetite for local equities. Science and Patent Analysis Trends Taiwan maintains a strong position in high-tech innovation, evidenced by patent filings from giants like TSMC. However, the economic benefits of this technological edge are changing. Increased foreign investment by Taiwanese high-tech companies in the U.S. and Japan diverts capital. This outward Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), intended for supply chain resilience, reduces domestic TWD demand. While the science sector remains robust, its financial flows are now shifting toward a more global footprint. This global realignment acts as a brake on local currency strength. Conclusion: Managing Structural Weakness The TWD/USD decrease reflects structural pressures transcending temporary market noise. Geopolitics drives capital repatriation, while U.S. monetary policy strengthens the rival currency. Technology's global expansion now distributes Taiwan's capital abroad, reducing domestic TWD demand. Authorities must manage these intertwined forces to stabilize the currency. The immediate market focus remains on foreign equity flows as the primary determinant of TWD direction.
Short
by the5erstrading
The Contango Conundrum: Why Crude’s Price Power WanesThe global crude oil market is signaling sustained weakness. A clear sign is the Contango in the West Texas Intermediate (WTI) futures curve for most of 2026. This structure prices future oil deliveries higher than immediate ones, strongly indicating a global supply glut. Major forecasting bodies like the International Energy Agency (IEA) and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) now confirm a record surplus looms in 2026, reversing previous tight market expectations. Understanding this decline requires a multidisciplinary lens, examining supply resilience against sluggish demand across several domains. Geostrategy and Geopolitics: Production Over Protocol Geopolitical decisions, paradoxically, contribute to oversupply. OPEC+ members are gradually unwinding previous voluntary production cuts, adding millions of barrels back to the market. This production boost, formalized in their latest agreements, increases supply visibility and dampens price spikes. Simultaneously, sustained geopolitical tensions between major powers often lead key consumers like China to ramp up Strategic Petroleum Reserves (SPR) , effectively soaking up immediate surplus but reducing future demand visibility. This policy-driven stockpiling mitigates immediate price falls, but structural oversupply persists. Macroeconomics and Economics: Slowdown Meets Resilience A deceleration in global oil demand growth meets unexpectedly resilient supply . Macroeconomic headwinds, including trade tensions and a sluggish global economic outlook, suppress consumption growth below historical trends. This tepid demand environment is exacerbated by expanding production from non-OPEC+ nations. Crucially, the United States, Brazil, Canada, and Guyana lead this non-OPEC+ supply expansion, challenging the cartel’s market dominance. The resulting imbalance, production exceeding demand, creates the chronic oversupply driving WTI into contango. Technology and High-Tech: Efficiency Enhances Supply Advancements in extraction technology dramatically boosted supply, particularly within the US shale sector. Continuous innovations in horizontal drilling and hydraulic fracturing sustain high US output, even as prices soften. Furthermore, the rapid expansion of Electric Vehicle (EV) sales and increasing vehicle fuel efficiencies represent a major technological headwind for transportation fuel demand. This shift, supported by global patent activity in battery and wave energy technology, structurally limits long-term oil consumption growth. Patent and Science Analysis: The Energy Transition Patent activity confirms the directional shift away from fossil fuels. While patents related to downhole completion systems and drilling fluid prediction remain, increased patenting in Carbon Capture and Sequestration (CCS) [/b and Green Hydrogen signals the industry's necessary pivot. The science of energy transition, focusing on low-carbon solutions, suggests a future where oil remains a critical input but faces mounting competition from technological substitutes. This long-term displacement risk pressures oil prices, even if demand remains firm in the short run. Cyber and Strategic Risk: Supply Chain Security The increasing reliance on complex digital infrastructure across the oil value chain introduces cyber risk . Successful attacks on pipeline operators or refineries can cause temporary supply disruptions and price spikes. However, the market currently views such disruptions as temporary events rather than long-term structural issues affecting the overall supply-demand balance. The oversupply acts as a buffer, with floating storage and ample inventory mitigating the impact of short-term, localized outages. Investment Outlook: Watching Spreads The market signals clearly indicate supply strength and demand vulnerability. The widening WTI contango structure provides a clear arbitrage opportunity for traders willing to finance storage. Investors should closely monitor the Brent-Dubai Exchange of Futures for Swaps (EFS), which is turning negative, underscoring specific weakening in the Atlantic Basin. Barring a sharp, coordinated OPEC+ cut or an unexpected large-scale geopolitical conflict, pricing pressure should persist into 2026. Traders must prioritize futures spread analysis over simple outright price forecasting.
FX_IDC:USDWTIShort
by the5erstrading
BOND Break Out?💣 Bonds Near a Major Breakout — And It’s Not Bullish for Risk Assets We’re approaching a critical breakout zone in bonds. At first glance, you might think: “High demand for U.S. debt? That’s great! Higher bond prices, lower yields, cheaper interest payments!” That’s Trump-math logic — the same kind that says prices are “down 300%.” 😅 You can only go down 100%, folks. No matter where the price goes! Here’s the real story: For bond prices to surge, investors must be running from risk. Big money managers don’t dump billions into a $250k FDIC-insured savings account 😅 — they rotate into Treasuries when fear spikes. That’s a double whammy: 1️⃣ Reducing margin 2️⃣ Stocks and other risk assets get liquidated. When this rotation accelerates, expect risk assets to crater — the “buy-the-dip,” “crypto-Lambo bros,” “GME, AI memers” & "Colorful Chartists" crowd gets ANNIHILATED! All of that from this one silly chart? No, there is no single holy grail of an analysis chart. Just a piece of the puzzle. Smart money is moving to safety. Don’t get caught holding the bag. Keep an eye on this chart! Thank you ALL FOR getting me up to 5,000 followers!! )) Click boost, follow, comment nicely for more authentic, no BS, raw analysis. Let's get to 6,000 followers. ))
NYSE:BONDLong
by RealMacro