The swing trade level for XYZ I’m watching

Block Inc (XYZ) is trading relatively flat today, but the bigger picture on the chart is what has my attention. After the company reported earnings on February 26th, the stock had a powerful move higher, pushing up more than 24% in a very short period of time. Moves like that always stand out to me because they often leave…

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University of Michigan sentiment (preliminary) for March 55.5 versus 55.0 estimate

Consumer sentiment preliminary for March 55.5 vs 55.0 estimate. Weakest cents December of last year. prior month 56.6. Current conditions 57.8 vs 56.6 prior month Expectations 54.1 vs 56.6 prior month. Weakest since November of last year. 1 year inflation expectations 3.4% vs 3.4% prior month 5 year inflation expectations 3.2% vs 3.3% prior month Surveys of Consumers Director…

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CVX is charging into a two-decade resistance line —Here’s what happens next

Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX) has been one of the standout stories of 2026. The integrated energy giant operates massive upstream operations spanning the Permian Basin, Guyana, and Kazakhstan. CVX has surged nearly 27% year-to-date, fueled by spiking crude prices amid escalating Middle East conflict and a high-profile boost from Berkshire Hathaway’s recent accumulation of shares. But as compelling as…

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Iran war keeps Oil in focus as markets reassess Fed outlook

The US Dollar (USD) is ending the week on a firmer stance as the US/Israeli war against Iran closes in on two weeks. Iran’s closure of the Strait of Hormuz has spiked Oil prices, boosting inflation risks and prompting investors to hide in safe-haven currencies like the Greenback. The escalating conflict in the Middle East continues to dominate market…

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The US and Cuba are talking

Mexico’s President said she helped to broker talks between the US and Cuba that are now confirmed. Various reports said the talks have started and today Cuban President Miguel Díaz-Canel confirmed his government is holding talks with the Trump administration. “These conversations have been aimed at seeking solutions through dialogue to the bilateral differences that exist between our two…

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Upside risks with key resistance – OCBC

OCBC strategists Sim Moh Siong and Christopher Wong highlight that USD/KRW has pushed toward 1,495, reflecting KRW’s high-beta nature during geopolitical stress and energy price spikes. With bullish momentum intact and RSI rising, risks are skewed to the upside, with resistance at 1,500 and 1,510 and support at 1,470, though policymakers’ reassurances and any conflict resolution could slow depreciation…

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Tech sector powers ahead: Semiconductors and communication services lead the rally

📈 Technology Sector: A Forward Momentum The tech sector is surging today with an overall positive momentum. Leading the charge, Micron Technology (MU) has seen an impressive rise of 4.77%, while Nvidia (NVDA) increased by 0.56%. This upswing in the semiconductor space reflects growing investor confidence and optimism surrounding technological advancements. 🚀 Communication Services: Riding the Wave Communication services…

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South Korea, Japan mull Trump’s calls to secure Strait of Hormuz

South Korea’s presidential office said in a statement on Sunday, “we will communicate closely with the US regarding this matter and make a decision after careful review.” Takayuki Kobayashi, policy chief of Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), told public broadcaster NHK, “I regard the threshold as extremely high for sending Japanese navy ships to the region under…

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