In trading, we prize rational, mechanical thinking. We try to minimize emotion wherever possible — following systems and rules with robotic discipline to reduce errors and maximize returns.

That works for some.

But is it the ideal?

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Whenever there is action in the equal weight vs cap weight relationship, my inbox gets flooded with bad takes.

The truth is, whatever it is– it’s not that important, and it’s definitely not bearish.

All it...

TKO Scores a Knock-Out! 

TKO signed a $7.7 billion, 7 year deal with Paramount+ to air UFC content, including PPVs. TKO is getting a full price for the asset. Just on the surface, Paramount+ is paying a...

Earnings season didn’t ease up on Friday - it came out swinging.

We got 19 fresh S&P 500 reactions spanning everything from high-flying growth names to steady defensive plays, plus a few cyclical heavyweights thrown in for good measure....

According to Deutsche over 60% of the consumer facing companies that have reported so Q2 so far are lower. What's striking / concerning / disturbing is the spread between winners and losers. The downside reactions (RIP $CROX) are brutal, the...

Inflation is heating back up this week....in the prices of stocks.

I’m no CPI whisperer. I tend to focus on the message of the market.

I’d rather watch how the real experts react, and then place my bets accordingly.

Their actions...

Last week was a masterclass in how earnings season can turn market darlings into dust… and laggards into legends.

We watched Apple $AAPL and Amazon $AMZN - two of the most powerful brands on earth - drop the ball for the 4th and 5th ...

Welcome back for another Top Down Trade of the Week.

This is a classic leadership scan.

We start with the...