GM, it's Monday and a new working week begins! “No man is free who is not master of himself.” – Epictetus Have a week of mastering your mind and taking control!

​As we commence the trading week on Monday, March 10, 2025, global financial markets are exhibiting signs of caution and volatility, influenced by recent economic data, geopolitical developments, and corporate earnings reports.​ U.S. Stock Futures: Dow Jones Industrial Average Futures: Declined by approximately 0.5% in pre-market trading, reflecting investor concerns over potential economic slowdowns.​ S&P 500 Futures: Fell by 0.6%, indicating a cautious start to the week for broad market indices.​ Nasdaq-100 Futures: Experienced a 0.6% drop, suggesting potential challenges for technology and growth-oriented stocks.​ These declines come on the heels of a turbulent week where major indices recorded significant losses, with the Nasdaq Composite entering correction territory, down over 10% from its recent highs. ​ Global Economic Indicators: China's Inflation Data: Recent reports indicate a sharp decline in China's consumer price index, marking the most significant drop in 13 months. Additionally, producer price deflation has persisted for the 30th consecutive month, underscoring ongoing deflationary pressures in the world's second-largest economy. ​ U.S. Employment Figures: The latest data reveals that the U.S. economy added 151,000 jobs in February, slightly below market expectations. Concurrently, the unemployment rate edged up to 4.1%, signaling potential softening in the labor market. ​ Currency and Commodity Markets: Safe-Haven Currencies: The Japanese yen strengthened by 0.6% to 147.245 per dollar, while the Swiss franc appreciated by 0.4% to 0.8773 per dollar, as investors sought refuge amid escalating trade tensions and economic uncertainties. ​ Crude Oil: Prices declined, with Brent crude down 0.4% at $70.11 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate crude falling to $66.76 per barrel, influenced by concerns over global demand and potential new tariffs. ​ Gold: The precious metal saw a modest increase of 0.15%, trading at $2,915 an ounce, reflecting its status as a traditional safe-haven asset during periods of market volatility. ​ Cryptocurrency Market: Bitcoin: Experienced a sharp decline of approximately 7.2% over the weekend, reaching its lowest point this month at $80,085.42. This drop follows regulatory announcements from the Trump administration that fell short of investor expectations regarding cryptocurrency adoption. ​ Geopolitical Developments: U.S. Trade Policies: President Donald Trump has declined to predict whether his tariffs on China, Canada, and Mexico could lead to a U.S. recession. He emphasized a focus on significant structural changes to the economy, even at the potential expense of short-term growth. ​ Potential Sanctions: The administration is considering sanctions on Russian banks and tariffs on Russian products to expedite an end to the conflict in Ukraine, adding another layer of complexity to global trade relations. ​ Investor Sentiment: The convergence of slowing economic indicators, heightened trade tensions, and geopolitical uncertainties has led to increased market volatility. Investors are advised to exercise caution, maintain diversified portfolios, and stay informed about ongoing developments that could impact financial markets in the coming weeks.

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Good morning, it's Sunday! “When you arise in the morning, think of what a precious privilege it is to be alive – to think, to enjoy, to love.” – Marcus Aurelius Enjoy the calm and let your day unfold at its own pace!

Coming Week : ¨ U.S. Economic Data U.S. Inflation Data: Scheduled for Wednesday, this data will be closely monitored as the Federal Reserve has raised concerns about inflation not slowing as expected. Higher prices have been influenced by pre-emptive price increases from businesses anticipating tariffs. Tariffs: President Trump's ongoing announcements regarding tariffs, particularly on steel and aluminum, are creating economic uncertainty. These tariffs are set to take effect on the EU from Wednesday. Interest Rates: U.S. money markets are pricing in three 25 basis-point rate cuts from the Federal Reserve this year due to concerns about economic growth and government austerity. Canada Bank of Canada Rate Decision: With weak jobs data and the impending U.S. tariffs, a rate cut is likely. Economists at Desjardins Group note the slowdown in hiring as a justification for this cut. Eurozone Germany's Fiscal Stimulus: Investors are assessing the implications of Germany's large-scale fiscal stimulus plans, which have already affected government-bond yields. The impact on growth and inflation is a key concern. European Central Bank: Fewer ECB rate cuts are expected this year following a recent reduction in the deposit rate. Asia China: The annual legislature session is concluding, with expectations for concrete measures to follow up on stimulus pledges. Credit growth data will be closely watched. Japan: Wage negotiations, GDP data, and household spending figures will be key indicators of economic health. The Ministry of Finance will auction sovereign notes, with higher yields likely attracting investor interest. Other Regions UK: January GDP data is expected to be solid, with an emphasis on future growth uncertainties. The UK will also launch a new index-linked gilt. Poland: The central bank is expected to hold its key interest rate at 5.75% due to inflation concerns. Sweden and Switzerland: Both countries will hold bond auctions on Wednesday. Australia and India Australia: The National Australia Bank's business survey for February will offer insights into private demand recovery, which is essential given the expected decline in public demand. India: February inflation data is expected to show a cooling in price pressures, possibly leading to further monetary easing by the Reserve Bank of India.

​As of Friday, March 7, 2025, U.S. stock markets concluded a volatile week with mixed performances:​ Major Indices: -Dow Jones Industrial Average: Increased by 186 points (0.4%), closing at 42,579.08.​ -Nasdaq Composite: Gained 0.4%, ending at 18,069.26.​ -S&P 500: Rose 0.4%, finishing at 5,738.52.​ Despite these daily gains, all three indices posted weekly losses, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq marking their third consecutive weekly declines. ​ Not good ... ! 🫣 Market Influencers: Economic Data: The U.S. Labor Department reported an addition of 151,000 jobs in February, slightly below expectations. The unemployment rate edged up to 4.1%. ​ Trade Policies: Ongoing concerns over President Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China continued to unsettle investors, contributing to market volatility. ​ Outlook: 👁️‍🗨️ Investors remain cautious amid trade tensions and economic data uncertainties. Upcoming inflation reports and corporate earnings will be closely monitored for further market direction.

Good morning #Nostr, it's Saturday! “Very little is needed to make a happy life; it is all within your way of thinking.” – Marcus Aurelius Since it's the weekend, why not let your mind decide to be happy—even if your to-do list takes a nap? Enjoy your Saturday and make it count!

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SPY / QQQ / IWM using SMA20 as a guardrail on the way down. No need to buy the dip when the market is still in decline mode—patience over impulse. #SPY #QQQ #IWM #Market

When major moving averages hold, the market takes notice. Will SMA200 hold coming days for QQQ?

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​As of Thursday, March 6, 2025, global financial markets experienced significant volatility influenced by trade policy uncertainties and developments in the cryptocurrency sector.​ U.S. Stock Market: S&P 500: The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (#SPY) declined by 1.78%, closing at $572.71.​ Dow Jones Industrial Average: The SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF (DIA) decreased by 0.99%, ending at $425.90.​ reuters.com Nasdaq Composite: The Invesco #QQQ Trust (QQQ) fell by 2.61%, closing at $488.20.​ The Nasdaq Composite has officially entered correction territory, now more than 10% below its December peak. ​ Cryptocurrency Market: Bitcoin (#BTC): After reaching an intraday high of $92,800, Bitcoin's price experienced a sharp decline, currently trading at approximately $87,713, down 4.58% from the previous close. ​ Ethereum (#ETH): Ethereum followed a similar trend, with its price decreasing by 6.12% to $2,158.26.​ Key Influencers: Trade Policies: President Donald Trump's announcement of new tariffs, followed by a temporary exemption for certain goods, has contributed to market uncertainty. This unpredictability has led to increased caution among investors. ​ Corporate Earnings: Companies like Marvell Technology reported earnings that failed to meet expectations, resulting in a significant stock decline of 19.8%. Other semiconductor companies, including Nvidia and Broadcom, also experienced notable losses. ​ Global Markets: Asia: Asian markets showed gains, with the Hang Seng in Hong Kong increasing by 1.2% and Japan's Nikkei 225 advancing by 1.4%, bolstered by upbeat Chinese factory data. Europe: European markets exhibited mixed performance. The FTSE 100 Index reached a record high of 8,871.31 on March 3, 2025. ​ Outlook: The interplay between trade policy uncertainties and corporate earnings has heightened market volatility. Investors are advised to exercise caution, monitor ongoing geopolitical developments, and consider diversifying portfolios to mitigate potential risks.​

Good morning #Nostr, it’s Friday! “It is not death that a man should fear, but he should fear never beginning to live.” – Marcus Aurelius If your week felt like a marathon, remember Friday is your chance to truly start living—mix a bit of boldness with a dash of weekend fun. Have a brilliant Friday and a lively start to your weekend!

As I mentioned in my weekly review—this market looks weak. 💡 Don’t give back your profits. Stay disciplined and hold tight.

QQQ SMA200 is holding—for now. Key level to watch: Will it act as support, or is a breakdown coming? #market

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Pre-market isn’t looking great—setting up for what could be a bumpy session ahead. Volatility is in play—are you ready to stay defensive and adapt?