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Aster vs Hyperliquid – Value BreakdownWas just taking a closer look at GETTEX:HYPE vs $ASTER. Both projects are moving fast, but the fundamentals tell two very different stories. Hyperliquid ( GETTEX:HYPE ): Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV): $46.7B Annualized Fees: $1.1B 30D Perp Volume: $300B Volume = ~2% of the entire stablecoin market Valuation multiple: 42.5x fees Aster ($ASTER): Fully Diluted Valuation (FDV): $16.5B Annualized Fees: $110M 30D Perp Volume: $27.7B Valuation multiple: 150x fees Takeaway: While $ASTER has seen explosive early performance, the fee-to-FDV ratio is stretched. Meanwhile, GETTEX:HYPE is already generating serious fee revenue and market share, making it fundamentally a stronger value proposition even at current levels.
by Crypto_Meehow
21
Canadian National Railway has huge upside potentialA decades old trendline still unbroken after months of correction, the Canadian economy seems to be in a great position considering the circumstances. After conducting a simple technical analysis predicting a second leg up the upside potential is enormous if I am right about this. The downside is I am looking at a monthly chart so this will need to be a position trade or long term investment to achieve the desired results. Even if my target is reached I will likely hold onto the stock for years afterwards because the company will continue to make money. The intrinsic value for CNI is between $120 and $225 so it is well below the intrinsic value making any new position on it now at a bargain deal. I will likely be allocating a significant portion of my portfolio to it in the next few days to weeks.
NYSE:CNILong
by Capitalist_Zach
2
iQIYI: bet on recovery or just another illusion?Fundamentally, iQIYI is often called the “Netflix of China.” In recent years, it has faced heavy pressure from high debt levels, fierce competition from Tencent Video and Bilibili, and slower growth in the Chinese domestic market. However, recent earnings reports show positive shifts: a growing subscriber base, higher ARPU (average revenue per user), and reduced operating losses. With government support for the tech and entertainment sector and signs of consumer recovery, iQIYI has a real chance to strengthen in the mid to long term. If subscriber growth and cost control continue, the company’s market cap could start to recover, making current levels attractive for medium-term investors. Technically, the stock still trades below the 200 EMA, showing ongoing seller pressure. The key support zone is $2.30–2.40, and holding this area keeps the bullish scenario alive with targets at $3.40 and $5.25. A longer-term recovery could extend toward $10.40, but only if a sustainable uptrend is confirmed. Losing $2.30 would invalidate the bullish case and expose downside toward $1.60–1.80. This is one of those situations where market expectations diverge from reality. Optimism makes a reversal seem near, but as always, emotions must be put aside — we wait for clear technical signals before entering.
NASDAQ:IQLong
by InvestWorld_777
support on the curveBitcoin has potential support on the curve, where the price is currently at 108333. In my opinion, it will reach at least the cup and handle target on the weekly chart by the end of the year. I don't expect it to go over 150k this year, and I don't really believe in 140k+ either. The peak will probably come by mid-October. This doesn't necessarily mean a peak for altcoins, at least not for all of them. Cryptocurrencies can also fall due to the fall in stocks, which are now very overvalued compared to the real economy, see Buffett indicator. Now on Thursday and Friday, important economic news will come, so we can expect at least a minor drop. If the drop does not occur for this reason, it may be due to the US attack on Afghanistan. Be careful.
Long
by Ceneon
Oxymoronically pounding the table here for CALMThere are a lot of reasons I like the trade I entered into yesterday at the close here. I'll start with some reasons I'd like CALM regardless of my trading style. I think everyone can agree we are in an overvalued market right now. That inherently creates risk with any stock you buy right now. Not saying we are gonna go down, but the more overvalued the market gets, the greater the risk that creates. CALM has several things going for it in that regard. 1--it has a TTM P/E of 4.12. Not 41.2 - FOUR!!! This is good even for a value stock. 2--their current yield is 8.11%. Give your head a second to wrap itself around that one - this stock has a yield that is twice its P/E. To put that in perspective, NVDA has a P/E of 50. If its yield were 2x its P/E, it would be paying a 100% dividend. This is not really an anomaly, either. It has always been a high dividend stock. 3--in the event inflation picks up again, foods are an area where costs can be passed through to customers better than in other areas. Eggs will still be eaten, even if they cost more. We've already proven that once. People will complain, but they still buy them. Now for the part that really intrigued me here. 18-2 on trade signals in 2025 with an average gain of 3.5% and an average holding period of 9 days (including that 109 day marathon). That includes the two losing trades recently, and works out to a gain of .39% per day held. Note: trade returns on the chart are basis points (.01% per bp) Those are beyond tech stock level daily returns on a stock that has been flat overall on the year, that sells something Americans bought 108 BILLION of last year (while griping about prices) that has a low P/E and if the trade goes sideways, pays me 2% a quarter to hold onto. That's .03% per day just to hold it, not including any gain on the trade itself. The average historical daily gain of SPY is around .04%, for comparison. Why is this stock not being talked about? I don't know and I don't care, but I went long at yesterday's close at 103.01 and it's trading just below that as I put the finishing touches on this post. As always - this is intended as "edutainment" and my perspective on what I am or would be doing, not a recommendation for you to buy or sell. Act accordingly and invest at your own risk. DYOR and only make investments that make good financial sense for you in your current situation.
NASDAQ:CALMLong
by redwingcoach
8
Using Amazon as an example to write about intrinsic valueThe beautiful thing about equities, is that we can determine what the stock should be worth based on the future cash flows the company generates. It is called intrinsic value and professional investors often use this calculation to help them make higher quality decisions. The primary method of calculation is called discount cash flow. When building a DCF model is is recommended to use Wall Streets estimates to keep an unbiased opinion. Understanding the concept of discount cash flow, is like understanding the calculations behind any technical indicator, the thing about intrinsic value is that it is a fundamental indication not just technical. Equities go up, because companies are generating cash flows. Unlike commodities, which are only valued based on the general consensus of voters. It was Benjamin Graham the father of value investing who said, in the short term the market is a voting machine, but in the long term the market is a weighing machine. There is a fantastic book I read called The Intelligent Investor written by Benjamin Graham I highly recommend giving it a read if your serious about making money in the market over the long term. Intrinsic value is the fundamental, true worth of an asset or business, as determined by an objective analysis of its financial performance and future cash flow potential. It is a crucial concept for investors, especially value investors, who use it to identify assets that are undervalued or overvalued by the market. Focusing on fundamentals helps investors avoid overpaying for assets and reduces the risk of permanent capital loss. If a stock's market price is significantly lower than its calculated intrinsic value, it may be undervalued and a good buying opportunity. The difference is often called a "margin of safety". Intrinsic value is based on an asset's long-term potential, encouraging a focus on sustainable growth and stability rather than short-term market noise. Now onto Amazon stock, according to my model the intrinsic value of Amazon is as of this writing $260 meaning that fundamentally it is still undervalued. Take this with a grain of salt because if you create a model using the discount cash flows of the company over the next 5 or 10 years you might get wildly different results. This is why it is essential to understand the calculation for yourself instead of just taking my word for it. This is a highly speculative calculation, it can also become relatively complicated. Lets compare two individuals performance over the course of their career, I would like to write about Dr. Al Brooks, often referred to as the king of price action by CME group, and Warren Buffett, one of the most successful investors and richest men in the world. Al Brooks, the day traders net worth is about $750 million dollars over the course of his career in the market. Warren Buffett has a net worth of about $150 billion dollars. One is a trader, the other an investor. So where am I going with this? Everyone wants to get rich quick, everyone starts thinking they will be a trader. 90% of traders permanently lose their capital never to make it back and often times quitting participating in the market. The 10% of traders who are actually profitable, aren't making as much money as you would think, as per the comparison above. The average investor over the course of their lifetime will make 150x more money than the best traders. For me, I fell into the 90% category, trading didn't work for me, after reading The Intelligent Investor, the money starting coming into my account almost effortlessly. Dear reader, this article was written by me for my own entertainment. Please do not take anything I have written too literally, always do what works best for you and always remember, whatever your doing, you should be having fun. Cheers
NASDAQ:AMZNLong
by Capitalist_Zach
PTON Squeeze 2.0?Its Christmas Eve today, and Santa Powell is likely voting today to lower rates. By how much? Depends on the proportion of slurs / message in your favorite discord serve, but I'm leaning towards the standardized view of 0.25. If we get anything above, or below for that matter, expect to have your hair blown back. That being said, PTON was an overpriced COVID darling running off of hot air fueled by everyone pretending an exercise bike with an iPad screen wasn't going to become a clothing rack. As of today, it has a short interest of 18%, price to sales of around 1, and a demolished market cap relative to 2020/2021. I see PTON pushing out of this gutter and back to a $10B valuation with haste. They're working on profitability and the metrics i've mentioned look solid. Listen, If i know anything right now its that we're about to see the most intense two quarters in recent memory. I do wish you well in this phase because it may very well be the end of the road for this bubble. But what do I know.
NASDAQ:PTONLong
by Nickonacci
1
Flowers Food | FLO | Long at $13.51Flowers Food NYSE:FLO . Maker of Nature’s Own (the top-selling bread brand in the US), Wonder Bread, Tastykake, and many others, has entered my "crash" simple moving average zone. While the fall has been steep since 2022, the company is trading at a price-to-earnings of 13x (typical food industry is around 20x) and offers and 7%+ dividend. It's not a play for future growth, however, which is expected to be mild to stagnant ( based on forward annual earnings and revenue . This position is a value / dividend play given the high likelihood of lower interest rates and a certain group of investors moving out of banks and into dividend / income stocks. So, while I wouldn't be shocked if NYSE:FLO dips into the $12 rage in the near-term, I have created a starter position in the company at $13.51. My targets are modest, although there is a blaring gap in the $27-$28 range that will likely be filled... some time. Targets into 2028: $14.75 (+9.2%) $16.25 (+20.3%)
NYSE:FLOLong
by WorthlessViews
Starconics: Top 11 Crypto Presales for Trading in September 2025In the fast-evolving crypto landscape of September 2025, presales offer early entry points for savvy traders seeking high-reward opportunities. With the market consolidating after a summer surge—Bitcoin holding steady above $115K and altcoins rotating—new projects blending meme culture, DeFi utility, and innovative tokenomics are drawing sharp interest. From Starconics Investment Group, a premier analytics firm specializing in on-chain metrics and AI-driven signals, we dissect 11 standout presales. Our analysis focuses on tokenomics for sustainability, RSI for momentum, and on-chain signals for whale activity and holder growth. Selected based on funding traction, community buzz, and roadmap viability, these include MoonBull, Bonk-inspired variants, Gigachad, and emerging gems like Bitcoin Hyper and BullZilla. Data as of September 16, 2025—ideal for early positioning before Q4 rallies. Starconics equips traders with real-time dashboards for on-chain tracking; sign up for our demo to spot these edges first. 1. MoonBull ($MOBU) — Ethereum Meme Powerhouse MoonBull's presale emphasizes deflationary mechanics and whitelist exclusivity, raising over $370K in Stage 1. Tokenomics: Total supply capped at 1B tokens; 30% presale allocation with 10% weekly burns post-launch, 20% staking rewards (66–80% APY), 15% liquidity lock. RSI at 52 signals neutral momentum post-dip, avoiding oversold territory. On-chain: 50K+ whitelist apps in 24 hours, whale accumulation up 15%; Ethereum integration boosts DeFi TVL potential to $10M early. 2. Bonk ( SEED_DONKEYDAN_MARKET_CAP:BONK ) — Solana Meme Revival Bonk's ongoing "presale-like" airdrop extensions fuel community burns, with $1.86B market cap but fresh utility pushes. Tokenomics: 81T supply, 50% community airdrops, 1T burn milestone for holders nearing 1M; 20% DeFi incentives. RSI at 55 (rising from 40) indicates bullish recovery. On-chain: Holder count +5% weekly, Solana TPS spikes 20% on BONK trades; $5M inflows signal meme resurgence. 3. Gigachad ( BME:GIGA ) — Solana Fitness Meme Gigachad's CTO revival post-2024 positions it for 2025 listings, with FDV at BTC 1,013. Tokenomics: 10B max supply, 40% presale/community, 25% NFT staking (gamified rewards), 10% burns on milestones. RSI at 39 flags oversold bounce potential. On-chain: 81% "GIGA meter" filled for launchpad integration; whale buys +10%, volume up 3.57% amid fitness NFT hype. 4. Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) — BTC L2 Pioneer Bitcoin Hyper leads L2 presales, raising $15.26M for scalable BTC apps. Tokenomics: 1B supply, 50% presale, 20% ecosystem (cross-chain bridges), deflationary burns on transactions. RSI neutral at 50, MACD bullish crossover. On-chain: 1,300+ holders, $14.6M inflows; Bitcoin settlement layer shows 70% holder retention. 5. BullZilla ($BZIL) — Meme with Burns BullZilla's Stage 2D presale hit $370K, blending narrative with Roar Burn tech. Tokenomics: Dynamic pricing (+10% Sundays), 50% presale, 30% burns on milestones, 20% staking. RSI at 55, neutral-bullish. On-chain: 1,300 holders, netflows -70% but scarcity drives +20% whale interest. 6. Maxi Doge ( NASDAQ:MAXI ) — Doge Evolution Maxi Doge leverages DOGE appeal with tech upgrades, presale at $0.00001. Tokenomics: 100B supply, 40% presale, 25% liquidity, meme-tech hybrid rewards. RSI 52, balanced post-dip. On-chain: Community growth 15%, Solana integrations boost TPS signals. 7. PEPENODE ($PEPENODE) — Mine-to-Earn Meme PEPENOD's gamified mining presale offers 4,000% APY staking. Tokenomics: Deflationary (70% burn on upgrades), 30% presale, referral 2%. RSI rising to 55. On-chain: Node sales +20%, leaderboard activity spikes holder engagement. 8. Wall Street Pepe ($WEPE) — Multi-Chain Meme WEPE's $73M presale ends with Solana burn mechanics. Tokenomics: 200B cap, burns on migrations, 30% staking. RSI 50, neutral. On-chain: Dual-chain TVL $15M, 659M tokens sold. 9. Tapzi ($TAPZI) — Skill-to-Earn Gaming Tapzi's BNB presale focuses on PvP rewards, raising $1M+. Tokenomics: 20% presale (3-month vesting), 70% burns on upgrades. RSI 52. On-chain: 10K+ users, cross-chain volume +25%. 10. Remittix ( NYSE:RTX ) — PayFi Utility Remittix's $25.3M presale targets remittances. Tokenomics: 659M sold at $0.108, daily USDT rewards, Visa integration. RSI neutral 50. On-chain: Beta wallet launch drives 10K daily users. 11. Best Wallet ( BMFBOVESPA:BEST ) — Web3 Super App Best Wallet's presale integrates DEX and debit cards. Tokenomics: No private sale, 50% community, multi-chain support. RSI 55, bullish divergence. On-chain: 500K+ users, presale portal activity +30%. Conclusion: Early Entry with Starconics September 2025's presales like MoonBull and Bitcoin Hyper shine with robust tokenomics and on-chain momentum, poised for 10x–100x gains amid BTC stability. Starconics' AI spots RSI bounces and whale signals—71% bullish sentiment overall. Diversify early, but DYOR on audits. Ready for alpha? Join Starconics Investment Group for on-chain alerts. Which presale excites you? Comment below! #CryptoPresales #NewTokens #Tokenomics #Starconics #September2025
IG:CRYPTOB10Long
by CryptoLifeone
NEW ATHCleaning solution company gone treasury. 29% revenue YOY for 2M nothing crazy 50M marketcap. Now they are holding/buying $150M of $DOGE. Zone is bouncing off its golden zone while DUS:DOGE is getting a +3% move headed back to the .30 area. Doge ETF launch tm I've seen CRYPTOCAP:BTC and CRYPTOCAP:ETH drop after ETF launches so not fully confident that doge will rise. Also have CPI data tm at 8:30 AM so if markets like it zone could get a big move. Either way pretty risky if it loses $3.50 its headed to $2.
AMEX:ZONELong
by WSMS199
Grab - Inverse H&S + Weekly LevelsUnusually high volume on this name lately. I've been watching this name since it was in the $4-5 range and believe it will be a $10 stock in the near future. The wider market may be just beginning to notice the opportunity here. Personally, I've been in $5 2027 leaps and will be seeing where the stock takes me. For now, my immediate target is $7(see inverse head and shoulders). Additionally, with the heightened options volume, this could become a great name to trade intraday.
NASDAQ:GRABLong
by The_Villain_777
1
Yes the chicken man - PPC Short?PPC is at the bottom of a monthly box and at VAL of the daily and weekly anchored volume profile. It could catch a bid here and retest $45.60s(VPOC). If the retest ends in a rejection of that area, and a daily close below the previous low around $41.95 then I expect short continuation and validation of the H&S. I would especially like this trade after a retest and rejection of box bottom around $43.41 - $43.30. My targets would be 40.11, 38.98, 37.27,35.96 then 33.72.
NASDAQ:PPC
by The_Villain_777
4
Long Coffee📌 Coffee Futures: Seasonality, Market Drivers & Trading Insights Coffee is one of the most important soft commodities in the world, consumed daily by billions of people. Traded for centuries, coffee originated in Ethiopia before spreading through Arabia and later into Europe, becoming a global staple. Today, two main bean varieties dominate the market: Arabica (≈70% of global supply): Higher quality, smoother flavor, and the most actively traded on futures exchanges. Robusta (≈30% of supply): Stronger flavor, more caffeine, used in instant coffee and blends. Coffee futures (KC contracts, traded on ICE) allow producers, roasters, exporters, and investors to hedge against price volatility or speculate on global demand and supply swings. These futures are physically settled, but most speculative traders roll or close positions before delivery. 🔹 1. Global Coffee Supply Concentration Nearly 74% of the world’s coffee beans come from just five countries: 🇧🇷 Brazil → Largest producer, dominates Arabica and Robusta exports. 🇻🇳 Vietnam → Largest Robusta producer, key competitor to Brazil. 🇨🇴 Colombia → High-quality Arabica supplier. 🇮🇩 Indonesia → Mix of Arabica & Robusta, weather-sensitive. 🇪🇹 Ethiopia → Birthplace of coffee, major Arabica exporter. Because of this concentration, traders monitor weather, politics, and economics in these countries closely. A frost in Brazil or political unrest in Vietnam can shake the entire global market. 🔹 2. What Moves Coffee Prices the Most? Coffee is one of the most weather-sensitive and geopolitically exposed commodities. 1️⃣ Weather in Producing Countries Frosts and droughts in Brazil (especially during flowering season) can cut supply drastically. El Niño / La Niña events disrupt rainfall patterns across South America and Asia. 📌 Example: July 2021 frost in Brazil devastated crops → Coffee futures surged over 60% within months. 2️⃣ Political Instability Strikes, protests, or export restrictions in Brazil, Vietnam, or Colombia can delay shipments. Political risks in Latin America historically coincide with coffee supply disruptions. 3️⃣ Global Economic Growth Rising incomes in Asia, Africa, and Latin America increase coffee consumption. Coffee shifts from a luxury to a daily staple, driving long-term demand growth. 4️⃣ Health Reports & Consumer Trends Positive studies about coffee’s health benefits (antioxidants, longevity, heart health) boost consumption. Rising demand for premium Arabica beans (specialty coffee, single-origin) drives price premiums. 🔹 3. Seasonality of Coffee Futures Like other soft commodities, coffee follows seasonal cycles tied to harvest and demand. 📈 Best Periods: Late winter to early summer (Feb–Jul). Traders often buy into supply fears before Brazil’s winter season (risk of frost). 📉 Weaker Periods: Harvest season in major producing regions (Sep–Oct) when fresh supply pressures prices. 📌 Example: Coffee futures tend to rally into June/July when frost concerns in Brazil peak, then weaken post-harvest in the fall. 🔹 4. How to Trade Coffee Futures & ETFs Coffee Futures (KC) → Traded on ICE, standard contract for institutional & speculative traders. JO ETF (iPath Coffee ETN) → Retail-friendly option for coffee exposure. Stocks with Coffee Exposure Starbucks (SBUX): Global leader in coffee retail. Nestlé (NESN.SW): Owns Nescafé & Nespresso, one of the largest global coffee buyers. JM Smucker (SJM): Owns Folgers & Dunkin’ brands. Luckin Coffee (LKNCY): Fast-growing Chinese coffee chain (emerging markets play). 📌 When coffee prices rise → Retailers like Starbucks may face margin compression unless they pass costs to consumers. 📌 When coffee prices fall → Profit margins improve for coffee sellers & roasters. 🔹 5. Coffee Trading Strategies 📈 Strategy #1: Buy and Hold Buy and hold when the close price today is greater than the 200 Simple Moving Average, and the 14-14 ADX is lower than 50; and Sell when neither of the above conditions are met. Additional Notes: In the 4-HR, a 200 SMA and 30 ADX Threshold can work. Rallies typically last 120~180 days after the signal is generated. Stop loss is either the 21 SMA, or the 2.5x Daily ATR. 📈 Strategy #2: Seasonal Long (Feb–Jul) Go long coffee futures or JO ETF in late winter. Exit before fall harvest (Sep–Oct). 📈 Strategy #3: Weather Hedge Track Brazil’s weather models (frost, drought risk). Enter futures or ETFs ahead of known risk windows. 📈 Strategy #4: Macro Demand Growth Long-term investors may pair coffee exposure with emerging-market consumer stocks (Nestlé, Starbucks, Luckin Coffee). 📌 Conclusion: Coffee as a Soft Commodity Trade Coffee is one of the most volatile and globally impactful soft commodities. With supply concentrated in a handful of nations and consumption spread worldwide, it offers both seasonal trading opportunities and long-term growth exposure. ✅ Seasonality Edge: Strongest in Feb–Jul, weakest in harvest season. ✅ Macro Edge: Track Brazil, Vietnam, Colombia → weather & politics drive 70%+ of supply. ✅ Consumer Edge: Health trends + premium coffee demand = long-term bullish. ✅ Diversification Edge: Coffee moves independently from equities & metals, making it an attractive portfolio diversifier. Traders who align seasonality, weather, and demand cycles can use coffee futures or ETFs to capture repeatable opportunities in this globally essential commodity.
NYMEX:KT1!Long
by GabrielAmadeusLau
Short Sugar📌 When is Sugar in High Demand & How Does It Cycle? Sugar, extracted from sugarcane and sugar beet, is one of the world’s oldest and most consumed commodities. Beyond sweetening food and beverages, sugar has also become a critical biofuel input through ethanol production, especially in Brazil. Because of its dual role in food and energy markets, sugar futures are actively traded on global exchanges like ICE, CME, and NYMEX, offering traders volatility and diversification. Historically, sugar has been a boom-and-bust market, with periods of oversupply followed by sharp deficits. These cycles are amplified by government subsidies, tariffs, ethanol mandates, and weather shocks. For hedgers, sugar futures provide protection against price fluctuations, while for speculators, they offer seasonal and trend-based trading opportunities. 🔹 1. Core Sugar Futures Trading Strategies 📈 Strategy #1: Seasonal Hedge Play The best period to hold long positions in sugar is from late May through late January. This window aligns with harvest cycles in Brazil and India, along with ethanol blending seasons and holiday consumption peaks. 📌 Historical Note: Data shows sugar has outperformed significantly in these months, making it one of the more reliable soft commodity seasonal plays. 📈 Strategy #2: Keltner Channel Breakout Model Buy Signal: When price closes above the 350-day moving average + 7-day ATR. Sell Signal: When price closes below the 350-day moving average – 7-day ATR. 📌 Alternate setting: 111-day length has also proven effective. I prefer Heikin Ashi. Why it works: The 350-day average reflects the long-term trend, filtering out noise. The ATR buffer prevents false breakouts, only triggering when volatility confirms the move. Sugar tends to trend strongly during supply shocks, making breakout systems powerful. 🔹 2. Seasonality of Sugar Futures Like most agricultural commodities, sugar exhibits clear seasonal tendencies tied to planting, harvest, and consumption cycles. 📈 Best Performing Months: February, June, July, November, December. 📉 Weaker Months: March–April (post-harvest supply pressure), late summer (demand softens). 📌 Example: In Nov–Dec 2020, sugar futures rallied over 15% as Brazilian mills shifted more cane production toward ethanol due to higher oil prices, tightening global sugar supply. 🔹 3. What Moves the Sugar Market the Most? Sugar is uniquely influenced by both food and energy markets: 1️⃣ Government Subsidies & Tariffs India, Thailand, and the EU heavily subsidize sugar production. Policy shifts on export quotas or subsidies can swing prices sharply. 2️⃣ Ethanol Demand & Oil Prices Brazil diverts sugarcane to either sugar or ethanol depending on profitability. 📌 High oil prices → more ethanol demand → less sugar supply → sugar prices rise. 📌 Low oil prices → weaker ethanol demand → excess sugar supply → sugar prices fall. 3️⃣ Brazil’s Currency (Brazilian Real, BRL) Brazil is the largest global producer/exporter of sugar. A weaker BRL encourages exports, often putting downward pressure on prices. 4️⃣ Weather Conditions Sugarcane requires consistent tropical rainfall. Droughts in Brazil or monsoon failures in India can severely restrict global supply. 5️⃣ Global Consumption Trends Rising sugar demand in emerging markets, coupled with global population growth, supports long-term demand. However, health-driven sugar reduction campaigns in developed countries can act as a drag on demand. 🔹 4. Seasonal Sugar Trading Calendar Month Seasonal Driver Typical Price Behavior Trading Implication Jan–Feb Ethanol blending + holiday demand Bullish Strong long entries Mar–Apr Post-harvest supply pressures Weak Potential short trades May–Jun Brazil harvest + global demand pickup Bullish Begin seasonal longs Jul–Aug Northern Hemisphere demand steady Bullish Hold longs Sep–Oct Supply stabilization Neutral/volatile Range trading Nov–Dec Holiday & ethanol demand Strong bullish Aggressive long entries 📌 Seasonal Summary: Best window to be long is May–January, weakest window is March–April. 🔹 5. Vehicles for Trading Sugar Sugar Futures (ICE: SB): The most direct exposure, widely used by hedgers and speculators. ETNs/ETFs: CANE (Teucrium Sugar Fund) → tracks sugar futures. SGG (iPath Bloomberg Sugar Subindex ETN). Sugar Producers & Food Companies: Cosan (CZZ) → Brazilian sugar & ethanol giant. Archer Daniels Midland (ADM) → diversified commodity trader. Nestlé, Coca-Cola, PepsiCo, Cheesecake → indirect sugar demand exposure. 📌 Conclusion: Best Sugar Trading Strategy Sugar may seem like a simple sweetener, but as a traded commodity it is anything but simple. It sits at the intersection of agriculture and energy, making it one of the most interesting plays in the softs market. ✅ Seasonality Edge: Be long sugar from May–January; strongest months are Feb, Jun, Jul, Nov, Dec. ✅ Trend Edge: Use the 350-day MA + ATR breakout model to catch large moves. ✅ Macro Edge: Watch oil prices and Brazilian real (BRL) → they directly affect supply. ✅ Hedging Edge: Sugar futures are excellent for both producers and consumers to hedge against unpredictable price swings. In short, sugar provides unique opportunities for traders who combine seasonality, macro awareness, and breakout systems. While volatile, its cyclical tendencies make it a commodity that rewards disciplined strategies.
NYMEX:YO1!Short
by GabrielAmadeusLau
Long Chocolate📌 Cocoa Futures: Seasonality, Trading Strategies & Market Drivers Cocoa is more than just the foundation of chocolate; it’s a soft commodity with centuries of economic significance. Once used as currency by ancient civilizations in Central and South America, cocoa became a global commodity after the Spanish conquest introduced it to Europe. Today, it underpins a multibillion-dollar industry that spans confectionery, beverages, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Cocoa futures, traded on the ICE (Intercontinental Exchange), give traders and institutions exposure to this volatile market. These contracts are a critical tool for producers, exporters, chocolate manufacturers, and speculative traders. Because cocoa is grown almost exclusively in tropical regions—with over 70% of global supply coming from West Africa—it is highly vulnerable to weather, political instability, and labor disruptions, making it one of the most volatile agricultural commodities. For traders, this volatility is both a challenge and an opportunity. With the right combination of technical setups, seasonal awareness, and macro fundamentals, cocoa futures can be a powerful addition to a diversified trading strategy. 🔹 1. A Simple but Effective Cocoa Futures Strategy (RSI + EMA Model) One robust short-term trading framework for cocoa is built on two components: momentum (measured by the Relative Strength Index) and trend direction (measured by the 100-day Exponential Moving Average). 📌 Trading Rules: Buy Signal (enter next day open): When the 3-day RSI falls below 20 (oversold) and the close remains above the 100-day EMA. Short Signal (enter next day open): When the 3-day RSI rises above 80 (overbought) and the close is below the 100-day EMA. Risk/Reward (RR): Set at 2:1 for favorable risk exposure. I use Heikin-Ashi. Historical Win Rate: Approximately 70%, meaning the system has shown consistent profitability in backtests. 📌 Why it works: The RSI ensures entries are taken when the market is temporarily stretched. The EMA filter avoids fighting against the broader trend, reducing false signals. Cocoa, being highly mean-reverting, often corrects after extreme RSI conditions, especially when aligned with the prevailing long-term trend. This makes the system simple enough for beginners yet effective for experienced futures traders looking for structured rules. 🔹 2. Seasonality in Cocoa Futures In commodity trading, seasonality refers to recurring price tendencies tied to the calendar—harvests, weather cycles, or consumption trends. Cocoa has one of the clearest seasonal footprints in the soft commodity sector. 📈 Summer Months (June – September): Historically the strongest period for cocoa. Demand from chocolate manufacturers builds as companies secure supply ahead of year-end holidays. Weather risk in West Africa also coincides with the rainy season, which can create uncertainty about crop quality and yields. 📉 Winter Months (December – February): Often weaker as fresh harvest supplies enter the market. Prices may dip unless weather shocks disrupt output. 📌 Historical Example: Between June and September 2020, cocoa futures rallied over 20% due to concerns about rainfall and labor issues in the Ivory Coast, even though global demand was still recovering from pandemic restrictions. Thus, traders often rotate into cocoa longs during the summer months, much like how they rotate into corn or soybean trades during North American planting/harvest cycles. 🔹 3. Key Drivers of Cocoa Prices Cocoa is especially sensitive to supply shocks because of its geographic concentration. A few core variables explain most of the large price swings: 1️⃣ Weather Conditions Cocoa pods are delicate and require the right mix of rainfall and sunshine. Too much rain → fungal outbreaks like Black Pod disease. Too little rain → drought stress, smaller pods, and lower yields. West Africa’s climate variability is the single largest driver of year-to-year volatility. 2️⃣ Labor Issues Ivory Coast and Ghana rely heavily on manual labor for cocoa harvesting. Strikes, disputes over wages, or child labor controversies can quickly cut output. Supply disruptions ripple globally since these two countries account for over two-thirds of global cocoa exports. 3️⃣ Political Risk Elections, coups, or civil unrest in cocoa-producing regions can paralyze exports. Example: The 2010 Ivory Coast political crisis disrupted shipping, pushing cocoa futures to multi-decade highs. 4️⃣ Crop Diseases Cocoa plants are vulnerable to pests and diseases. The 2010 Black Pod outbreak alone wiped out 500,000 tonnes of cocoa. The Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus (CSSV) continues to be a structural threat. 5️⃣ Demand Shifts & Health Reports Rising consumer demand for dark chocolate and functional foods (antioxidant-rich products) supports consumption growth. Positive health studies on cocoa’s cardiovascular benefits can boost demand. Conversely, economic downturns often weigh on chocolate consumption as it is seen as a semi-luxury item. 🔹 4. Seasonal Cocoa Trading Calendar Month Key Events Typical Price Behavior Trade Implication Jan–Feb Main crop exports Bearish pressure Avoid longs, look for shorts Mar–Apr Mid-crop harvest Neutral to weak Cautious positioning May–Jun Pre-summer build-up Bullish setup Early long entries Jul–Sep Summer strength, weather risk Strongest seasonal rally Long futures, ETNs Oct–Nov Rainy season risk Volatile Weather-driven trading Dec Fresh harvest supply Often weak Take profits, rotate out 📌 Historical note: Cocoa’s June–September rally has persisted across multiple decades, making it one of the most reliable seasonal plays in the soft commodity space. 🔹 5. Vehicles for Trading Cocoa Traders and investors can access cocoa in several ways: Cocoa Futures (ICE: CC): Standardized contracts, physically delivered, high liquidity. ETNs/ETFs: NIB – iPath Bloomberg Cocoa Subindex ETN → easy exposure without futures account. Chocolate & Confectionery Stocks: Hershey (HSY), Mondelez (MDLZ), Nestlé (NESN.SW), Cheesecake (CAKE) → indirect exposure to cocoa demand. Diversified Agricultural Funds: ETFs that include cocoa alongside coffee, sugar, and cotton. 📌 Conclusion: Best Cocoa Trading Strategy Cocoa’s unique combination of ancient cultural roots, geographic concentration, and modern global demand makes it one of the most fascinating soft commodities to trade. ✅ Technical Edge: The RSI/EMA strategy offers a clear, rules-based approach with ~70% win rate. ✅ Seasonal Edge: Cocoa futures are strongest during summer (June–Sept). ✅ Macro Edge: Watch West African weather, labor strikes, and politics—they are the biggest price movers. ✅ Diversification Edge: Cocoa behaves differently than equities, metals, or energy, making it valuable for portfolio diversification. While cocoa may not get the same attention as gold or crude oil, it remains a highly profitable niche market for traders who understand its seasonal flows and unique risks.
NYMEX:CJ1!Long
by GabrielAmadeusLau
ZB/MOVE Strategy📚 Bond Market Volatility & MOVE Index Strategy 1. What is the MOVE Index? MOVE = Merrill Option Volatility Estimate (created 1998 by Merrill Lynch, now ICE). It measures implied volatility in U.S. Treasury options (1-month maturities across 2y, 5y, 10y, 30y). Known as the “VIX of the bond market”. Normal range = 55–130. Below 60 → calm bond market. Above 120 → extreme stress. Historical extremes: 2008 Financial Crisis → 264. March 2023 Banking Crisis → near 200. 2. Why It Matters for Trading Bonds are normally “safe” assets, but when MOVE spikes: Rates swing wildly → Treasury ETFs (TLT, IEF) become volatile. Correlations with stocks shift (sometimes both down). Like the VIX, MOVE can be used as: A fear gauge (risk-on/risk-off sentiment). A timing tool for tactical entries/exits in long-term Treasuries. 3. Typical Bond Behavior vs MOVE High MOVE (panic): Bonds often sell off hard (yields spike). After panic, Treasuries may rebound sharply as flight-to-safety resumes. Low MOVE (calm): Bond yields drift slowly. Carry trades (borrowing short-term, buying long-term) work better. 4. MOVE–TLT Strategy Example (Conceptual Backtest) Rules: Buy TLT (20+ Year Treasury ETF): when MOVE > 150 (panic zone). Exit to Cash: when MOVE < 100 (calm zone). Why It Works: Extreme MOVE spikes = fear washouts → bonds oversold. Exiting at calm levels avoids long drawdowns when yields grind higher. Enhancements: Filter by trend: Only take BUY if TLT is above its 200-day MA. Inverse play: Short TLT (or long TBX, TBT) when MOVE climbs from calm → stress zone. 5. Strategy Pros & Cons ✅ Pros Rules-based, objective, avoids “gut calls” on rates. Catches panic-driven rebounds. Reduces exposure during long bond bear markets (like 2022). ❌ Cons MOVE is not directly tradable (only as a signal). Timing lags → by the time MOVE spikes, drawdown in ZB/TLT may already be deep. False signals during policy-driven markets (e.g., QE, yield curve control). 6. Practical Trading Tools ETF Plays: Long Bonds: TLT, IEF, ZROZ. Short Bonds: TBT, TMV, TBX. Futures: ZB (30Y Treasuries), ZN (10Y), ZF (5Y). Options: MOVE itself = implied vol proxy. TLT options → hedge with straddles when MOVE spikes. 7. Educational Takeaway MOVE is a macro volatility barometer. It can provide contrarian buy signals for Treasuries when extreme. Works best when paired with trend confirmation (MAs) and macro awareness (Fed policy, inflation prints, banking stress). ✅ In one line: The MOVE index, the “VIX for bonds,” is a powerful sentiment gauge — traders can use its extreme spikes as buy signals for long bonds (TLT) or fade them when calm, turning bond volatility into a structured timing strategy.
TVC:MOVEEducation
by GabrielAmadeusLau
Vimeo | VMEO | Long at $3.87Vimeo NASDAQ:VMEO provides a cloud-based platform for video creation, hosting, and sharing - primarily serving businesses, creators, and enterprises for professional video content management. While NASDAQ:VMEO has a **lot** of competition, it is a rather "healthy" company: Debt-free (a rarity out there...) Maintained profitability over the last twelve months, with a healthy gross profit margin of 78% Earnings are forecast to grow 34.76% per year [*}Revenue growth rate through 2027 is projected at 5.36% (modest) Adjusted EBITDA guidance raised to $35 million, up from $25-30 million Upcoming product developments, including AI-powered features and new SKUs, are expected to drive further growth Insider bought over $868,000 in shares in the last year at an average price of $5.04 Subscriber growth is a concern... From a technical analysis perspective, the stock price is currently near the bottom of my historical simple moving average bands. This region is typically an area of consolidation. The two open price gaps below the current price on the daily chart (down to $3.38) will likely get closed in the near-term before a move up. I do believe this is a risky investment, though, given the competition and economic headwinds. I would not be surprised if the market flipped and took this down near or below $1... But, if one is going purely by what the company reports concerning fundamentals and general growth, this is an undervalued stock in the $3 range. Thus, if the insider/company hype is true, NASDAQ:VMEO is in a personal buy zone at $3.87 - with near-term risk of the stock dropping to close the price gaps on the daily chart down to $3.38... or below. Targets into 2028: $5.00 (+29.2%) $6.40 (+65.4%)
VLong
by WorthlessViews
BTC capped at 113.2k–115.2k: fade rallies, watch CPI__________________________________________________________________________________ Market Overview __________________________________________________________________________________ BTC is chopping in the low-110k, capped by a stacked 113.2k–115.2k supply zone, with macro headline risk elevated into CPI. Momentum: 📉 Range with bearish tilt — upside attempts fail below 113.2k–114k while HTF pressure remains risk-off. Key levels: • Resistances (HTF/LTF) : 113.2k–113.4k (LTF/240 PH) · 114.5k–115.3k (HTF/720 PH) · 116.6k (recent high, HTF). • Supports (HTF) : 111.9k–112.0k (W pivot) · 110.8k (240 PL) · 107.8k (D PL). Volumes: Normal on HTF; “moderate” upticks on 1H–30m during failed breakouts. Multi-timeframe signals: 1D/12H/6H trend down; 4H–1H mixed with a hard cap at 113.2k–114k; 15m micro-bullish while 111.96k holds. Strong confluence at 113.2k → 115.2k resistance and 111.96k/110.77k/107.8k supports. Risk On / Risk Off Indicator: NEUTRAL SELL ; Global Risk Regime stays STRONG SELL — confirms the bearish bias and fades micro-rallies. __________________________________________________________________________________ Trading Playbook __________________________________________________________________________________ As long as 113.2k–115.2k caps price, favor “sell the rip” and only buy on confirmed signals. Global bias: SELL while below 115.24k; major short invalidation on daily > 116.6k. Opportunities: • Tactical short on 113.2k–114.0k rejection toward 112.0k/111.0k; inval. above 115.3k. • Breakout long only on H1/H4 acceptance > 113.3k (retest holds) toward 114.6k/115.24k; inval. below 111.9k. • Defensive long on clean reaction at 110.8k or 107.8k if risk blocks improve (≥ NEUTRAL BUY on LTF). Risk zones / invalidations: Break < 110,77k voids defensive longs (opens 107.8k); H4/D12 close > 115.24k voids range shorts (opens squeeze to 116.6k). Macro catalysts (Twitter, Perplexity, news): CPI next (direct vol around 111k–112k pivot) · Geopolitics (NATO Article 4; Middle East) supports risk-off · US tariff path (SCOTUS) preserves trade-policy uncertainty. Action plan: • Fade-rally short : Entry 113.2k–114.0k / Stop 115.3k / TP1 112.0k · TP2 111.0k · TP3 110.8k / R:R ~1.8–2.5. • Breakout long : Entry > 113.3k (confirmed retest) / Stop 111.9k / TP1 114.6k · TP2 115.24k · TP3 116.6k / R:R ~1.6–2.2. __________________________________________________________________________________ Multi-Timeframe Insights __________________________________________________________________________________ HTFs remain bearish while LTFs attempt extensions under a dense overhead supply. 1D/12H/6H: Downtrend, rallies capped below 113.2k–115.2k; dominant supply, supports layered at 111.96k → 110.77k → 107.8k. 4H/2H/1H: Mixed reads; need a clean close > 113.24k to open 114.6k–115.24k, otherwise frequent fades back to 111.96k. 30m/15m: 30m cautious (STRONG SELL) vs 15m micro-bullish (NEUTRAL BUY); classic pre-catalyst divergence — wait for H1/H4 confirmations. Confluence/Divergence: Heavy multi-TF supply 113.2k → 115.2k; risk-on equities vs risk-off credit/crypto warns against chasing crypto bounces. __________________________________________________________________________________ Macro & On-Chain Drivers __________________________________________________________________________________ Macro is mixed (gold ATH, firm oil, US equities buoyed by cut hopes) while geopolitics heats up and CPI looms. Macro events: CPI imminently (sets risk tone) · NATO Article 4/Middle East tensions (risk premia higher) · US tariff track (SCOTUS) sustains uncertainty. Bitcoin analysis: 100–1k BTC cohorts accumulating, 1k–10k distributing — potential cap on impulsive upside; ETF flows cooling, consistent with consolidation below 114k–116k. On-chain data: Activity skewed by inscriptions/runes; sentiment in “fear” (44/100) implies positioning not crowded long. Expected impact: Range-to-down bias while < 113.3k–115.2k; a benign CPI could trigger a push > 113.3k toward 114.6k/115.24k. __________________________________________________________________________________ Key Takeaways __________________________________________________________________________________ The market stalls under multi-TF supply as key catalysts approach. - Overall trend: 📉 bearish on HTF; LTFs try but stall below 113.2k–114k. - Best setup: Fade 113.2k–114.0k into CPI with active management. - Key macro: CPI and geopolitics drive the global risk regime. Stay disciplined around the 111.9k–112.0k pivot and let confirmation lead exposure. ⚠️
INDEX:BTCUSD
by Ox_kali