Author Archive: Jeremy Parkinson
Currency Speculators Push New Zealand Dollar Bets To Lowest Level Since 2019 Weekly Speculator Changes led by Japanese Yen & British Pound Speculators push New Zealand Dollar bets to lowest level since 2019 Currencies Net Speculators Leaderboard Strength Scores led by Japanese Yen & Australian Dollar Bitcoin & Japanese Yen top the 6-Week Strength Trends
Here are the latest charts and statistics for the Commitment of Traders (COT) data published by the Commodities Futures Trading Commission (CFTC).The latest Commitment of Traders (COT) data is updated through Tuesday December 10th and shows a quick view of how large market participants (for-profit speculators and for-profit speculators) were positioned in the futures markets. All currency positions are in direct relation to […]
Happiness Is A Discipline
Image Source: PexelsWhether it is in your stock market trading or in life in general, happiness comes down to your discipline, especially in the choices that you make each and every day. In this video, I tackle happiness in both trading and everyday life, as well as the conscious decision I make daily to be disciplined.00:17:21More By This Author:Managing Headline Risk […]
Weekly Technical Update: Nasdaq 100 – Sunday, Dec. 15
Image source: PixabayThe Nasdaq 100 has climbed higher in recent trading, and it seems ready to approach the 223,000 level. In this video, I take a closer look at the market and update the charts.00:34:36More By This Author:Weekly Technical Update: S&P 500 – Sunday, Dec. 15Nasdaq 100 & S&P 500 Elliott Wave Update – Thursday, Dec 12Nasdaq 100 & S&P […]
The Santa Claus Rally Under Attack
Last week, the stock market’s annual ‘Santa Claus Rally’ came under attack by the bond bears. The powers behind the stock market are fighting back, but the situation looks tenuous. First, let’s look at the big picture.Considering the fact that participation in the stock market by American households is at an all-time high (as shown below), there […]
5 Top Stocks To Buy Now For 2025 Growth
Image: BigstockThe stock market soared to new highs in 2024, extending an impressive run that began roughly two years ago. The bullish winds appear ready to remain at the market’s sails in 2025 as Wall Street looks to strong earnings growth and lower interest rates, alongside the possibility of lower corporate taxes under the second Trump […]
Chinese E-Commerce Merchants Expand Their Foothold In Russia’s Online Marketplaces
Image Source: PixabayChinese e-commerce merchants are significantly expanding their presence in Russia’s online marketplaces, capitalizing on the void left by Western companies. This shift has created new dynamics in the region’s e-commerce landscape, as well as fresh opportunities and challenges for market participants.Ozon Global, one of Russia’s leading e-commerce platforms, has experienced a dramatic increase in […]
Norway Considers Nationalizing Power, Limiting Exports, Amidst European Price Surge
A jump in power prices in Europe has made the case for Norway’s ruling party to limit power exports, according to a new Bloomberg report. The Labor Party plans to prioritize ending Denmark’s power link in its 2026 renewal in its election manifesto for next September, according to insiders cited in the report.Power prices in Oslo hit their highest […]
Bitcoin Rises To $103,000, But Most Altcoins Drop In The Red
Image Source: Pexels This Week’s Summary The cryptocurrency market looks set to end the week at a total market capitalization of around $3.65 trillion. Bitcoin increased by nearly 3% to trade at around $103,000. Ethereum fell down by almost 2% to trade at around $3,900. XRP moved down by 5%, Cardano by 8%, and Dogecoin by 13%. Almost all […]
Kohl’s: An Interesting, Speculative Play In The Retail Sector
Image Source: UnsplashI was lucky enough to be invited to Manhattan to hang out with some friends recently. Holiday cheer was everywhere, and people were buying into it — literally swiping their credit cards right and left. So, let’s take a closer look at Kohl’s Corp. (KSS), a company I often get asked about around this time, writes Kelly Green, editor […]
How Volatility Impacts Butterfly Trades
Image Source: PexelsIn this short video, I discuss how butterfly strategies perform in low vs. high volatility markets. With this video, you can learn how to adapt your trades for a better risk-reward ratio and how to maximize your profit potential.00:04:27More By This Author:Navigating Market Sentiment With LVN BreachesVolatility’s Impact On Trading DecisionsHow Fly Width Affects Decay And […]
