The Double Barrel Catalyst: Rates & Earnings

Fresh news and strategies for traders. SPY Trader episode #1408. This week is defined by dual catalysts: nearfull pricing of a Fed rate cut and the crucial earnings reports from the Magnificent Seven tech giants. Market sentiment is riskon, driving momentum in AIfueled tech and ratesensitive sectors like Utilities and Real Estate (VNQ). We discuss positioning for continued growth (QQQ) and rate easing (TLT), while advising avoidance of the lagging Energy sector (XLE). The outcome of MegaCap earnings is the key risk and opportunity.