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5 Trade Ideas for Monday: Alkermes, Citigroup, Caterpillar, Neogen and EchoStar

5 Trade ideas excerpted from the detailed analysis and plan for premium subscribers:

Alkermes, Ticker: $ALKS

Alkermes, $ALKS, comes into the week testing resistance. It has a RSI rising in the bullish zone with the MACD positive. Look for a solid break of resistance to participate…..

Citigroup, Ticker: $C

Citigroup, $C, comes into the week approaching resistance. It has a RSI in the bullish zone with the MACD rising near zero. Look for a push over resistance to participate…..

Caterpillar, Ticker: $CAT

Caterpillar, $CAT, comes into the week approaching the all-time high. It has a RSI in the bullish zone with the MACD rising. Look for a new high to participate…..

Neogen, Ticker: $NEOG

Neogen, $NEOG, comes into the week testing resistance. It has a RSI in the bullish zone with the MACD positive. Look for a push over resistance to participate…..

EchoStar, Ticker: $SATS

EchoStar, $SATS, comes into the week in consolidation. It has a RSI in the bullish zone with a MACD positive. Look for a break up from consolidation to participate…..

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After reviewing over 1,000 charts, I have found some good setups for the week. These were selected and should be viewed in the context of the broad Market Macro picture reviewed Friday which heading into the September FOMC meeting and Options Expiration, saw heading into the last full week of September, equity markets showed strength following the FOMC’s first rate cut in 4 years.

Elsewhere look for Gold to continue its uptrend while Crude Oil bounces in its downtrend. The US Dollar Index continues to hold lower in consolidation while US Treasuries are failing at levels that could reverse to an uptrend. The Shanghai Composite looks to continue the bounce in  the downtrend while Emerging Markets rise in consolidation.

The Volatility Index looks to remain low and stabilizing making the path easier for equity markets to the upside. Their charts look strong, especially on the longer timeframe with the SPY making a new all-time high Thursday, breaking a range.  The IWM and QQQ are holding up on the edge of a range break to the upside. On the shorter timeframe the SPY is also strong with the IWM and QQQ building momentum as price reaches the August highs. Use this information as you prepare for the coming week and trad’em well.

[mariacallous]

On March 2, she was gone. The Belize-flagged, British-owned bulk carrier Rubymar sank in the narrow water lane between the coasts of Yemen and Eritrea. The Rubymar was the first vessel that has been completely lost since the Houthis began their attacks on shipping in the Red Sea—and its demise, with 21,000 metric tons of ammonium phosphate sulfate fertilizer, spells ecological disaster. A similar substance—ammonium nitrate—caused the devastating explosion at the Port of Beirut in 2020. It had been stored there after being abandoned on a vessel and authorities intervened to prevent an environmental disaster.

Because the Houthis have no regard for the environment, there are likely to be more such disasters. Indeed, groups set on destruction could also decide to attack the carbon storage facilities now beginning to be built underneath the seabed.

For two weeks after being struck by a Houthi missile in the Red Sea, the Rubymar clung to life despite listing badly. The damage caused by the missile, though, was too severe. At 2:15 a.m. local time, the Rubymar disappeared into the depths of the Red Sea. The crew had already been rescued by another merchant vessel that had come to the Rubymar’s aid, but there was no way anyone could remove its toxic cargo.

The ship’s owner had tried to get it towed to the Port of Aden—where Yemen’s internationally recognized government is based—and to Djibouti and Saudi Arabia, but citing the environmental risk posed by the ammonium phosphate sulfate, all three nations refused to receive it.

Now enormous quantities of a hazardous substance are about to spread into the Red Sea. IGAD, a trade bloc comprising countries in the Nile Valley and the Horn of Africa, points out that the Rubymar’s fertilizer cargo and leaking fuel “could devastate marine life and destroy coral reefs, sea life and jeopardize hundreds of thousands of jobs in the fishing industry as well as cut littoral states off from supplies of food and fuel.”

Not even shipping’s option of last resort, salvage companies, seems available. “The salvage companies that normally recover vessels are reluctant to go in,” said Cormac Mc Garry, a maritime expert with intelligence firm Control Risks. That’s because salvage ships and crews, too, risk being targeted by Houthi missiles. “If a salvage company knows it’s likely to be targeted, it will hesitate to take on the task. It has a duty of care for its crew,” said Svein Ringbakken, the managing director of the Norway-based maritime insurance company DNK.

It was only a matter of time before a Houthi missile brought down one of the many tankers and bulk carriers that still traverse the Red Sea every day. (In the first two months of this year, traffic through the Red Sea was down by 50 percent compared to the same period last year.) “The Houthis have no regard for life and even less for the environment,” Ringbakken said. “They shoot missiles at ships even though they know that there are humans and hazardous cargo on them.”

For years, the Houthis allowed an oil supertanker ironically named Safer that was moored off the coast of Yemen to rust away even though she was holding more than 1 million barrels of crude oil. By the beginning of last year, the Safer was close to disintegration: an event that would have cost hundreds of thousands of Yemenis their livelihoods because it would have killed enormous quantities of fish. Indeed, had the Safer’s oil leaked, it would even have forced the Houthi-controlled ports of Hudaydah and Saleef to close, thus preventing ordinary Yemenis from receiving food and other necessities.

It would, of course, also have caused permanent damage to all manner of marine life, including coral reefs and mangroves, in the Red Sea. Then the United Nations pulled off an almost impossible feat: It got Yemen’s warring factions, international agencies, and companies to work together to transfer the oil off the Safer. Disaster was averted. “It was a massive undertaking,” Ringbakken noted. “But for years and years and years, the Houthis were adding impediments against this undertaking, even though the Safer was sitting just off the Yemeni coast.”

Indeed, maritime terrorism itself is not new. “Besides guerrillas and terrorists, attacks have been carried out by modern day pirates, ordinary criminals, fanatic environmentalists, mutinous crews, hostile workers, and foreign agents. The spectrum of actions is equally broad: ships hijacked, destroyed by mines and bombs, attacks with bazookas, sunk under mysterious circumstances; cargos removed; crews taken hostage; extortion plots against ocean liners and offshore platforms; raids on port facilities; attempts to board oil rigs; sabotage at shipyards and terminal facilities; even a plot to steal a nuclear submarine,” researchers at RAND summarized—in 1983.

Now, though, the Houthis have upped the nihilism, and unlike the guerrillas, terrorists, and pirates of the 1980s, they have the weaponry to cause an ocean-going vessel to sink. The joint U.S.-U.K. military operation against the Houthis has failed to deter the Iranian-backed militia’s attacks; indeed, not even air strikes by U.S. and U.K. forces have convinced the Houthis that it’s time to stop. On the contrary, they’re escalating their attacks. They do so because they’re completely unconcerned about loss of life within their ranks or harm to their own waters.

It’s giving them a global platform. That, in turn, is likely to encourage other militias to also attack ships carrying toxic substances—even if it ruins their own waters. The local population is hardly in a position to hold a militia accountable. Indeed, militias interested in maritime terrorism could decide that the world’s growing sea-based infrastructure is an attractive target. And there’s a new form of sea-based infrastructure they could decide to make a preferred target, not just because it’s set for explosive growth but because attacking it would guarantee a global platform: CO2 storage.

With the world having failed to reduce its carbon-dioxide emissions enough to halt climate change, CO2 storage has become an urgent priority. Through this technique, carbon dioxide can be captured and buried underground, typically underneath the ocean. Norway has, for example, begun auctioning out licenses for CO2 storage exploration on its continental shelf. So has Britain. The United States has 15 carbon-storage sites, and another 121 are being developed. Even Big Oil has discovered carbon storage. ExxonMobil is buying offshore blocks to use for carbon storage instead of oil drilling.

Carbon storage sites are, of course, designed to withstand both natural perils and man-made attacks, but that won’t prevent destructive groups—especially ones backed by a powerful state—from trying. And because groups like the Houthis are so unconcerned about all forms of life, it won’t matter to them that releasing concentrated CO2 would cause extreme harm to the planet—including themselves. Even a tiny carbon-storage leakage of 0.1 percent per year can lead to additional CO2 emissions of 25 giga-tonnes, researchers have established.

Until recently, sea-based infrastructure was only lightly guarded, because it was in everyone’s interest that it worked. The sabotage of Nord Stream and various other pipelines and undersea cables over the past two years have demonstrated that such peacefulness can no longer be taken for granted. The new CO2 sites will need not just AI-enhanced monitoring but regular patrolling to communicate to potential attackers that it’s not even worth attempting an attack.

And for now, attacking merchant vessels remains a promising and economical strategy for the Houthis and their ilk. It doesn’t seem to matter that ammonium phosphate sulfate will soon be poisoning Yemeni waters and thus depriving locals of their livelihoods. Indeed, other bulk carriers and tankers may soon join the Rubymar on the bottom of the sea, poisoning the future for even more Yemenis.

For the Houthis, what matters is not the outcome: It’s the attention. That’s what makes them such a vexing problem for the U.S. Navy and other navies, shipowners, maritime insurers, and especially for seafarers. But there is another group that should be just as worried about the rampant insecurity on the high seas: ocean conservationists.

There is, in fact, a woman with an unsurpassed green platform who could make the growing scourge of maritime terrorism her new cause. (Nearly) everyone would thank you, Greta.

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Different Financial Instruments

Different Financial Instruments in India The financial market in India provides a wide variety of products to suit different risk tolerances and investment requirements. Making wise investing selections requires having a thorough understanding of these instruments. Here, we examine a few of the most important financial products that are offered in India.

Stocks Ownership in a corporation is represented by stocks, or equity. Purchasing shares of a firm permits you to participate in its development and earnings as an owner. On stock markets such as the National Stock Exchange (NSE) and the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), stocks are exchanged. Although they have a large amount of market risk, they provide huge profits. Prior to making an investment in stocks, investors should perform extensive research.

Bonds Bonds are fixed-income securities that governments, businesses, and local governments issue to raise money. At maturity, they repay the principle amount together with monthly interest payments. Although they sometimes yield less returns than stocks, bonds are seen to be safer. For conservative investors seeking consistent income, they are perfect.

Mutual Funds Mutual funds invest in a diverse portfolio of stocks, bonds, and other assets by pooling the money of several individuals. Professional fund managers oversee them. By providing diversity, mutual funds help individual investors take on less risk. They are available in several varieties, including debt, equity, and hybrid funds, to accommodate varying risk tolerances and investment objectives.

Fixed Deposits (FDs) Fixed deposits are one of the most popular investment options in India. They offer a fixed interest rate for a specified tenure, providing assured returns. FDs are considered very safe, especially when deposited in reputable banks. They are suitable for risk-averse investors seeking guaranteed returns.

Derivatives Financial contracts known as derivatives derive their value from underlying assets such as stocks, bonds, or indexes. Derivatives that are frequently used are swaps, options, and futures. They are employed in price movement speculation and risk hedging. Since they can be complicated, derivatives are usually only advised for seasoned investors.

Instruments for Foreign Exchange Currency trading is a part of foreign exchange instruments. Businesses and investors use them to speculate on currency changes or as a hedge against currency risk. Forex trading is extremely risky and necessitates a solid grasp of world economic issues.

Cash and Cash Equivalents These include instruments like treasury bills, commercial papers, and certificates of deposit. They are highly liquid and can be quickly converted into cash. Cash equivalents are low-risk investments, suitable for short-term needs or as a part of a diversified portfolio

Goods and Services Investing in commodities such as crude oil, silver, and gold is an additional choice. Direct commodity trading is also possible, as is commodity futures trading. They diversify an investment portfolio and act as a buffer against inflation. In summary The financial market in India provides a vast range of instruments to suit varying risk appetites and investment requirements. Investors have a wide range of alternatives, from secure and steady fixed deposits to high-risk, high-reward stocks. Making wise investing selections requires having a thorough understanding of these instruments, as well as the risks and rewards associated with each. There is a financial product in India to meet your demands, regardless of whether you are an aggressive investor wanting large profits or a conservative investor seeking safety.

[tubetrading]

The Future of Pipeline Technology: Unleashing the Power of Spiral Welded Pipes

Introduction

In the dynamic landscape of pipeline technology, innovation plays a pivotal role in meeting the ever-growing demands of various industries.  As the world progresses towards a more interconnected and technologically advanced future, the importance of reliable, durable, and efficient pipelines cannot be overstated.  This article delves into the future of pipeline technology, specifically focusing on the remarkable capabilities and applications of spiral welded pipes.  As a leading distributor, supplier, and dealer of spiral welded pipes, Tube Trading Co. is at the forefront of this transformative journey.

Understanding Spiral Welded Pipes

Spiral welded pipes represent a significant advancement in pipeline construction.  Unlike traditional longitudinal welded pipes, spiral welded pipes are manufactured by helically bending steel strips and welding the seams together.  This unique manufacturing process imparts several advantages to spiral welded pipes, making them a preferred choice for various industries.

Key Advantages:

Strength and Durability:  The helical welding technique employed in spiral pipes enhances their structural integrity, resulting in pipes that can withstand high pressure and stress.  This characteristic is particularly crucial in industries such as oil and gas, where pipelines often operate under challenging conditions.

Cost Efficiency:  Spiral welded pipes are known for their cost-effectiveness in terms of both manufacturing and installation.  The continuous, automated welding process reduces production time and labor costs, making them a financially prudent choice for large-scale projects.

Versatility:  These pipes are highly versatile and can be customized to meet specific project requirements.  Their adaptability makes them suitable for various applications, from transporting fluids in the energy sector to structural applications in construction.

Spiral Welded Pipes in Action

As a spiral welded pipe distributor, supplier, and dealer, Tube Trading Co. has witnessed the transformative impact of these pipes across diverse industries.

1.         Oil and Gas Sector:

In the oil and gas sector, where reliability and durability are paramount, spiral welded pipes have emerged as the preferred choice for pipeline construction.  The seamless welding and robust construction ensure the safe and efficient transportation of crude oil and natural gas over long distances.

2.         Infrastructure Development:

Spiral welded pipes have found applications in infrastructure projects, playing a crucial role in the development of water and sewage systems.  The pipes' ability to resist corrosion and withstand external pressures makes them an ideal choice for underground and underwater installations.

3.         Industrial Applications:

Industries such as mining, chemical processing, and manufacturing benefit from the versatility of spiral welded pipes.  Their ability to handle a wide range of materials and conditions makes them indispensable in conveying various substances critical to industrial processes.

The Role of Tube Trading Co. in Advancing Spiral Welded Pipe Technology

As a reputable distributor, supplier, and dealer of spiral welded pipes, Tube Trading Co. is committed to providing high-quality products that meet the stringent standards of modern industries.  The company's dedication to innovation and customer satisfaction has positioned it as a leader in the field.

1.         Quality Assurance:

Tube Trading Co. prioritizes quality assurance throughout the manufacturing and supply chain.  Rigorous testing procedures ensure that each spiral welded pipe meets or exceeds industry standards, assuring clients of the pipes' reliability and longevity.

2.         Customization Options:

Understanding that different industries have unique requirements, Tube Trading Co. offers a range of customization options for spiral welded pipes.  From varying diameters to specific coatings, clients can tailor their orders to suit the demands of their projects.

3.         Expert Consultation:

Tube Trading Co. goes beyond being a mere supplier; it serves as a valuable partner to clients by offering expert consultation services.  The company's team of knowledgeable professionals assists clients in choosing the most suitable spiral welded pipes for their applications, ensuring optimal performance and longevity.

Looking Ahead:  The Future of Spiral Welded Pipes

As industries continue to evolve, the demand for advanced pipeline solutions will only intensify.  The future of spiral welded pipes looks promising, with ongoing research and development aimed at further enhancing their capabilities.  Innovations in materials, coatings, and manufacturing processes are expected to result in even more robust and efficient spiral welded pipes.

1.         Advanced Materials:

The incorporation of advanced materials, such as high-strength alloys and composite materials, is expected to enhance the performance of spiral welded pipes.  This could lead to pipelines with increased corrosion resistance and even higher pressure-bearing capacities.

2.         Smart Pipeline Technologies:

The integration of smart technologies into pipeline systems is on the horizon.  Spiral welded pipes, equipped with sensors and monitoring devices, could provide real-time data on the pipeline's condition, enabling proactive maintenance and reducing the risk of failures.

3.         Environmental Considerations:

As environmental sustainability becomes a focal point in industrial practices, the development of eco-friendly coatings and materials for spiral welded pipes is anticipated.  This could contribute to a more sustainable and responsible approach to pipeline construction and maintenance.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the future of pipeline technology is intricately linked with the capabilities of innovative solutions such as spiral welded pipes.  As a key player in this transformative journey, Tube Trading Co. continues to pave the way for advancements in the field.  The unparalleled strength, durability, and versatility of spiral welded pipes make them a cornerstone in the construction and maintenance of pipelines across diverse industries.  As we look ahead, it is evident that the power of spiral welded pipes will continue to unfold, shaping the future of pipeline technology.

[yaso711]

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[theculturedmarxist]

The West’s attempt to recruit large swaths of the global community to enlist for the sanctions war has decidedly failed, notes ‘The American Conservative’. Outside of the U.S., E.U., and a few close allies (i.e., economic dependents and military protectorates) such as Canada and Japan, practically no other countries have joined in, preempting any economic dogpile sought by the self-proclaimed defenders of democracy. Increasingly, transatlantic policy seems to be having the exact opposite effect.

As of June 9, Pakistan is the latest country to begin accepting large shipments of discounted crude oil from Russia, as much as 100,000 barrels a day. “This is the first ever Russian oil cargo to Pakistan and the beginning of a new relationship between Pakistan and Russian Federation [sic],” announced Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif.

In the present geopolitical landscape, such a move is perceived to be in direct defiance of Western efforts to obstruct Moscow’s revenues. The motive behind Islamabad’s shifted political and economic calculations is not difficult to decipher. Nor is it exceptional.

The International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that Moscow is now sending out 8.1 million barrels of oil a day, the highest number going back to April 2020. In January 2023, almost half of those shipments were destined for China and India, which have respectively increased as a proportion of Russia’s oil exports from 21 percent to 29 percent and 1 percent to 20 percent since January 2022.

Chinese oil imports alone jumped in May to the third highest level ever recorded. Beijing also recently issued a crude oil import quota of a whopping 62.28 million tons of allotments. This makes the total import quota amount issued by Chinese leadership 20 percent higher than that of the same time last year. At the same time, Beijing’s natural gas purchases continue to push upward, increasing 3.3 percent year-on-year in Quarter 1, with a 10.3 percent year-on-year increase in April of liquefied natural gas (LNG).

Just as important, if not more so, as the massive shifts in quantity and direction of the energy trade, however, are the size and scope of the joint initiatives—usually under the leadership of Moscow and Beijing — that continue to proliferate in opposition to Western-led international organizations.

The recent St. Petersburg International Economic Forum saw representatives of various economic groupings and cooperation organizations outside the Atlantic orbit meet to discuss greater interconnectivity, development collaboration, transportation corridors, as well as investment options for funding various cross border initiatives.

One of these groups is the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), which continues to focus on greater cooperation and integration with ASEAN nations. This year’s meeting included a notable presentation on the creation of a SCO investment bank to provide the capital necessary to facilitate such collaborative projects.

The BRICS organization featured prominently at the St. Petersburg forum as well. It also includes an important investment bank — the New Development Bank — that provides ready access to liquidity for its members, funds infrastructure projects, and facilitates increased industrial manufacturing. BRICS continues to grow in both clout and size.

A number of new countries applied for membership last year, including Iran and Argentina. 2023 has also seen membership bids from nineteen additional nations before an upcoming summit in Johannesburg this August. One of the most recent applications came from Egypt on June 14. Potential bids from important players in the energy market such as Venezuela (with direct support from Brazil’s President Lula) and the United Arab Emirates are also being discussed.

UAE President Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan traveled directly to the St. Petersburg forum in order to meet with Putin on June 16, where the two discussed their desire to build a closer relationship between the countries.

Gulf neighbor — and traditional U.S. ally — Saudi Arabia has to some degree also hedged its geopolitical bets. After refusing Biden’s phone calls in March of 2022 and denying his request to increase oil production to help lower international prices, Riyadh’s friendship with Washington has somewhat soured as of late. (Saudi Arabia also joined the SCO in March 2023, and is a potential candidate for BRICS membership.) In another move that will likely meet with the displeasure of its Western allies, Saudi Arabia additionally decided to move forward with further production cuts of 1 million barrels per day beginning in July.

Consider that, as discussed earlier, China alone has increased its trade with Russia by about 40 percent, and is set to reach a record $200 billion this year. Perhaps most importantly though, more than 70 percent of that trade has been settled in either yuan or the ruble, with the Russian central bank currently holding 40 percent of its reserves in yuan.

Pakistan has reportedly also paid for its new shipments of Moscow’s crude with Chinese yuan. Earlier in 2022, Saudi Arabia suggested the possibility of denominating its oil transactions with Beijing in the currency.

The present geopolitical system with all of its accompanying features is only made possible by the dollar reigning supreme as the world’s reserve currency. Champions of the present order faithfully hold that this system will be maintained indefinitely, guaranteed on the back of U.S. military might and Western economic dominance.

But the international environment is beginning to shift, as much due to the burgeoning economic alliances outside the confines of Western-backed international agencies as because of the policy decisions of those latter agencies and their U.S. patron. No recent move has acted as a greater accelerant to this shift than Washington’s decision to freeze and then seize the foreign currency reserves of the Russian Federation at the outset of the Ukraine war.

The weaponization of financial reserves has increased distrust in the present system to new heights. The end of dollar dominance may not be nigh, but it is a much more likely possibility than many in the West care to admit.

Russia has demonstrated that having an economy based on commodities and heavy industrial production matters more in today’s international environment than a narrow set of economic indicators such as annual GDP growth or per capita income. Should dollar dominance ever come to an end, this fact will be made painfully clear.

The United States and other Western countries have adopted an increasingly ideological perspective regarding the future course of economic development. Leaders choose to accept only information that aligns with their dogmatic beliefs.

A failure to remove its ideological blinders and comprehend political and economic conditions as they objectively exist will spell disaster for the Western bloc.

[hcgdiary]

Vegetable Oil Industry in India

The vegetable oils industry in India is a significant sector that plays a crucial role in the country's economy and food supply. India is one of the largest consumers and importers of vegetable oils globally due to its large population and dietary preferences.

The vegetable oils industry in India involves the production, processing, and marketing of various types of edible oils derived from plants. Some of the commonly used vegetable oils in India include palm oil, soybean oil, sunflower oil, mustard oil, groundnut oil, cottonseed oil and coconut oil.

Here are some key aspects of the vegetable oils industry in India:

Production: India produces a certain amount of vegetable oils domestically, primarily from oilseeds such as soybeans, groundnuts, rapeseed/mustard, sunflower, and sesame. However, domestic production is insufficient to meet the country's growing demand, leading to a significant reliance on imports.

Imports: India is one of the largest importers of vegetable oils in the world. The country imports vegetable oils from various countries such as Indonesia, Malaysia, Argentina, Ukraine, and others. Palm oil constitutes a significant portion of the imports, followed by soybean oil and sunflower oil.

Consumption: Vegetable oils are a staple ingredient in Indian cuisine and are used extensively for cooking purposes. The growing population, changing dietary patterns, and increasing urbanization have contributed to the rising consumption of vegetable oils in the country.

Processing: Vegetable oils are extracted from oilseeds through mechanical or solvent extraction methods. The oilseeds are processed in oil mills or solvent extraction units to obtain crude oil, which undergoes refining processes to produce refined vegetable oils.

Government Policies: The Indian government has implemented various policies to support the vegetable oils industry, promote domestic production, and reduce import dependency. These policies include subsidies, minimum support prices for oilseeds, research and development initiatives, and trade regulations.

Health Considerations: In recent years, there has been an increasing focus on the health aspects of vegetable oils. Consumers are becoming more conscious of factors such as trans fats, saturated fats, and overall nutritional value. This has led to a growing demand for healthier vegetable oil options and increased awareness of oil labeling and quality standards.

It's important to note that the vegetable oils industry is subject to market fluctuations, global commodity prices, weather conditions, and government policies, which can impact production, prices, and trade dynamics. For the most up-to-date information and statistics on the vegetable oils industry in India, it is advisable to refer to industry reports, trade publications, and official government sources.

[palmoilnews]

VEGOILS-Palm falls for third straight day on weaker rivals, selling pressure JAKARTA, Nov 14 (Reuters) - Malaysian palm oil futures declined for a third consecutive session on Thursday, weighed down by weakness in prices of rival Dalian-listed vegetable oils and selling pressure in crude palm oil (CPO). The Bursa Malaysia Derivatives Exchange's benchmark palm oil contract FCPOc3 was down 82 ringgit or 1.64%, to 4,905 ringgit ($1,093.40) a metric ton by the midday break. The CPO market has been on the receiving end from the incessant selling pressure, which is generating buying interest for local olein and keeping offers elevated, said said Paramalingam Supramaniam, director at Selangor-based brokerage Pelindung Bestari. Dalian's most-active soyoil contract DBYcv1 dropped 1.7%, while its palm oil contract DCPcv1 fell 0.8%. Soyoil prices on the Chicago Board of Trade BOc2 were up 0.49%. Palm oil tracks price movements of rival edible oils, as it competes for a share in the global vegetable oils market. India's palm oil imports in October rose 60% from September to 845,682 tons on festive demand and higher purchases by refiners to replenish stocks depleted by lower-than-usual imports recently, the Solvent Extractors' Association of India said. Indonesia's government reaffirmed to lawmakers a plan to implement a 40% mandatory biodiesel mix with palm oil-based fuel, known as B40, in January 2025, as part of the new administration's "quick wins" programmes. Exports of Malaysian palm oil products in the Nov. 1-10 period are seen falling between 14.6% and 15.8%, compared with the same period a month ago, according to surveyors AmSpec Agri Malaysia and Intertek Testing Services (ITS). Oil prices slipped in early trade on Thursday, reversing most of the previous session's gains, weighed down by worries of higher global production amid slow demand growth, with a firmer dollar exacerbating the declines.[O/R] Weaker crude oil futures make palm a less attractive option for biodiesel feedstock. Palm oil may test support at 4,795 ringgit per metric tonne, with a good chance of breaking below it and falling towards 4,655 ringgit, according to Reuters technical analyst Wang Tao. ($1 = 4.4860 ringgit)

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Crisis in the Middle East: How Savvy Traders Are Turning Chaos into Opportunity Crisis at the Crossroads: Why the Latest Developments in the Middle East Could be a Game-Changer for Traders Trouble's Brewing: A Glimpse into the Crisis If you ever thought watching the markets was stressful, imagine trying to do it while dodging rockets. That's the reality for the folks in Israel right now, as tensions are flaring up along the borders. A word of warning: this article will take you through not only the grim geopolitical situation but also some surprising tactics that could turn this chaos into trading opportunities. But don't worry, I’ll keep it light where I can – who said news had to be boring? According to N12, the latest wave of alerts is like a playlist of classic '80s rock ballads – popping up in northern and central Israel, with rockets launched from Lebanon making an unwelcome appearance. If you're sitting there thinking, "Why should I care, I'm just a trader?", well, buckle up – this is where things get spicy. Meanwhile, Iran’s Revolutionary Guards deputy commander, channeling his inner action movie villain, warned via ISNA that Tehran isn’t ruling out a pre-emptive strike by the US and Israel – an action that’s ostensibly intended to stop Iran from responding to Israeli aggression. Oh, and by the way, Iran and the "resistance front" are ready to rumble. If that doesn’t send shivers down the spine of your portfolio, I don’t know what will. But wait, it gets better. Enter stage left: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu’s surprise decision to fire Defense Minister Gallant. Nothing screams stability like a political reshuffle during two simultaneous wars, right? US officials are now scratching their heads, wondering why in the world Netanyahu picked this particular moment to pull the trigger on his defense chief. Well, when the world’s on fire, might as well throw in a little more gasoline, eh? How to Profit When the World's on Fire Now, before you accuse me of being heartless, let’s be clear – we're all about responsible trading here. But every crisis comes with a reaction, and every reaction comes with an opportunity. What does this mean for the Forex market? Get ready for some ninja tactics, insider scoops, and unconventional approaches. Hidden Formula Only Experts Use: Geopolitics Meets Market Moves First things first – when the Middle East is in turmoil, oil prices become a rollercoaster. The USD and currencies tied to oil-exporting countries, like the Canadian dollar, also start to jiggle in tandem. Elite Tactic: Stay ahead of the curve by tracking oil price futures and keeping an eye on the USD/CAD pair. Typically, oil price surges lead to CAD strengthening against USD. You could say the loonie starts flapping its wings a bit harder every time oil prices spike. Pro tip: Pull out those charts and set alerts for Brent crude oil price. If you’re feeling adventurous, consider options with less liquidity but higher yield potential – I’m talking about the likes of the Mexican Peso (MXN), which also tends to dance to the rhythm of oil drums. Unlocking Secrets the Pros Won't Tell You: Watch for Safe Havens When rockets fly, people start fleeing to the usual safe havens: gold and the Japanese yen. The current situation between Israel, Lebanon, and Iran is no exception. You might say the yen is that friend who stays calm when everything else goes south – the designated driver of international finance, if you will. Here’s where things get interesting: unlike most retail traders, pros don’t just watch the XAU/USD (gold against USD) chart; they also keep an eye on the Japanese yen pairs, especially USD/JPY. A sharp yen appreciation could be the market screaming, "Panic mode on!" So, your elite tactic here? Jump in before everyone else. Gold may be too obvious a move, but the yen is where stealth profits might lie. How I Turned the Tables on Market Trends Let’s talk about positioning. During geopolitical crises like this one, some traders focus solely on fundamental analysis – monitoring the news, checking their pulse every time an announcement comes out. But here’s a contrarian move: mix technical analysis into your strategy. Trends often form before the market news becomes mainstream. Use a combination of RSI (Relative Strength Index) and trend-following indicators like Moving Averages to detect where the price could go next. You know what the ninjas of Forex do? They track the big players. That’s right, we’re talking about the institutional investors, and you can keep tabs on them by watching the Commitment of Traders (COT) Report. By comparing historical COT data with price action in times of Middle Eastern turmoil, you could detect patterns that aren't visible to the retail masses. It's like having access to a secret decoder ring for the market. Gallant's Exit: A Hidden Opportunity Now, Netanyahu firing his defense minister in the middle of two wars sounds like a chaotic move, but is there an opportunity buried in the madness? Political instability in Israel can be a harbinger of broader Middle East tensions. Keep an eye on the Israeli shekel (ILS). With political instability, you might see a sell-off, leading to short-term depreciation of ILS. The USD/ILS pair could experience increased volatility – and for the tactical trader, volatility means opportunity. Moreover, consider the implications for the Euro (EUR). Europe is Israel’s largest trading partner, and if this crisis escalates further, it could lead to interruptions in economic activity. The domino effect could weaken the Euro, especially against safe-haven currencies like USD and CHF. So, if you’re feeling brave, a short EUR/USD position could be a bold but rewarding move. The Resistance Front: A Head-Turning Narrative for Traders Iran’s “resistance front” declaration is more than just tough talk. It could mean more disruptions in oil supplies or new alliances that shake the power dynamics of the region. Here’s the game-changing insight: track WTI futures, and if you're feeling extra cheeky, dive into currency pairs involving Gulf states – especially those with a peg to the USD. Unofficial shifts in sentiment might be indicated through deviations in those pegs, a subtle move that only those with keen eyes would catch. What's the Bottom Line? Let's Unpack It So what’s the takeaway from all of this? Let’s boil it down: - Track Oil & CAD: Oil prices have surged before in similar geopolitical scenarios, often pushing the CAD higher against USD. Keep an eye on oil price movements. - Safe Havens Are Your Friends: Consider yen pairs for a sneak peek at the market's "fear gauge." Don’t forget gold, but remember that smart money moves quicker into yen. - Mix Technical with Fundamental: While everyone is glued to the news, overlay those headlines with technical signals. RSI and Moving Averages are your allies. - Watch for Institutional Moves: COT reports are a gold mine of insider hints. Compare historical data to today’s turmoil for patterns. - Political Chaos & Shekel Moves: Gallant’s firing might shake the ILS. Watch for short-term opportunities there. - Euro's Vulnerability: Israel and the EU are tightly linked. A prolonged crisis could weaken EUR against safe-haven rivals. And finally, remember: when life gives you lemons, you squeeze out a profit, but you also do so responsibly. The world of Forex isn’t for the faint of heart, and times like these are a good reminder of why we do what we do: because we can look at chaos and find the patterns within. Ready to Get Serious About Your Trading? Don’t just watch the markets – understand them. Visit StarseedFX Forex News Today for exclusive updates. Get a leg up on the competition with our Free Trading Plan and join a community of pros who see opportunities before anyone else does at StarseedFX Community. The tools are there, folks. The question is, are you ready to wield them? —————– Image Credits: Cover image at the top is AI-generated   Read the full article

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Methinks...

I am going to have to meet the Lamberts in California do a bunch of dope infront of them in many cases drugs they've probably never heard of, go get a car & come at the cost of the credit of those in Emporia...

While padding them with equity and real-estate (as in they get the deeds of everything everyone ever owned in Lyon County and can sit there being white trash pooping babies out of every last poonanny. It's racewar up in this bitch so we need them mass populating while the midgets become paliperidone)

and park that car somewhere in California while the state continues to further fall to the Japanese Communist and Imperialist parties in joint efforts with the Soviet Union. I maintain that if California falls to the Communist World and becomes a Soviet State paying their taxes to Japan: that the territory is more so to be called Yuko's than anyone else, however Russian and Chinese banks would be the people who hold the area in escrow while the coastline is on hiatus and in a state of political flux. 

The Ukraine has become more so a United States Protectorate while the West Coastline becomes more a Soviet Territory.

Sort of a good trade in a roundabout way, especially if at the cost of Canadian Sovereignty.

If and when this occurs...

I would rather be in Soviet Space innocently reading tarot, talking to myself, and keeping frequent contact with 5th Dimensional Creatures of a terrestrial and non-terra nature, which is to include both earth creatures and persons and non-persons alike but frequently relayed and intercepted conversation through the 8th Planet. This will make the cost of realestate in California plummet while also improving the quality of my life. By my life, I mean "insane jackass who's lived off disability and laughed at the losses of crude oil and base resource which are now forced from Alaska into the hands of cousins in Texas".

While Yuko sits there being the Royal House of Tzu...

I would seriously sit there all day in the Asian Districts giving her all the business she wants.

Alka...

Do you want to go shopping? I'm unsure if I will have money or if you would: but the two of us being stock put options against each other one of us would have fabulous sums while the other bankrupted. Truth be told, both of us should be bankrupted but one of us would/should have fabulous resource.

If need be: lets extort everyone in Kansas, especially the small town yokels...

and spend their money eating obnoxious burgers....

I'm sure we can find someone from Kansas who was terrorized out of the state....

and find a way to have a big fat disgusting burger cooked, the kind that makes one puke due to the grease, full of roids off the cannibal enemy demographic....

and pay the lady or gent who cooked it an ungodly sum. Enough to open a few chains.

Let's extort everyone who picked up a small business grant or moved to the city of Wichita with my name in their mouths. Especially if they are midgets or Emporians or anyone I would naturally refrain from speaking to.

We need grenade launchers, short wave radios, and fur coats.

You know, to be terrorist mafiosa yakuza bitches in constant and frequent contact with Asian Forces.

as well as human...

and call it our state of being to just sit there HUMAN in front of their goddamn monkey asses.

Where is Paige Davenport aka Paige Du Berry?

Was that her father who met with me in Vancouver?

He was obviously of her ilk and of her people.

Yeah...

Alka

lets get high.

Wanna smoke liquid cocaine in front of a jewish officer of the law and spend felony sums of money and call them just "spoils of war"?

You know, the kind of boyscouts that could only come from like Washington or Canada or somewhere?

and it be on YouTube, designed to piss everyone in Kansas square the fuck off even more....

You have to try the Mountain Dew Whiskey.

It probably wont be available much longer.

I am kidnapped.

Im located in Wichita.

There are midgets from Portland everywhere. All of them are conspiring against the Luinstra Estate as well as me.

I could use a ride elsewhere.

I want a Miss Monica's buntcake too.

I want a pita plate.

everywhere is closed.

The only thing I can find is goddamn fucking Ramen being served at obnoxiously high prices.

Someone slap Damion and Hans for their business sugggestions, and cut off Amy Mills-Widner's clit. All their women need to be assigned a new pimp, slapped the fuck arround, and cut off they foodstamps and reminded that they dont get do jack shit but sit there with their tongues pierced 3 or 4 times. 

I swear to god this is fucking goddamn hell.

Jeff...

you alive???

Could you do me a favor and slap everyone in Emporia for me?

Um, Lesli's friends.

They all need bitch slapped about four or five times as a warning. They're all party animals about to be at a loss of their humanity, which means they can be sold into slavery. Can we have them picking cotton and sleeping in the ditches off to the side of the plantations?

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I want tea for them. I want paliperidone out of them and their kids.

The coffee is getting to be too extreme.

Paige...

homeschool your children if you can, or send them to Spanish school.

Not that Im telling you what to do, its more so that everyone is stranger danger in ways that cause ouchies and might involve children. 

Like seriously...

fuck these clowns and fuck this city.

Never did nor would I approve of holding any form of stock or realestate in Wichita outside of whatever I sat down with my realestate agent and purchased by myself, alone, without the help of an identity thief.

Everything Hazel and Sam did businesswise: I've always had to report to authorities as it heavily included the redesign Gambino Counterfeit or the manipulation of slave technologies and the forced development of various electronic devices.

[dragonflycap]

4 Trade Ideas for Caterpillar: Bonus Idea

Caterpillar, $CAT, comes into the week at short term resistance in a pullback and over the 20 day SMA for the first time in over a month. The Bollinger Bands® are squeezed in, often a precursor to a move and it has retraced 38.2% of the last leg higher. It has a RSI at the midline and rising, a positive divergence, with the MACD crossed up and rising but negative. There is resistance at 333.50 and 337.50 then 351.50 and 355.50 before 364 and 373 with the all-time high at 379.30 above that. Support lower is at 330 and 325 then 321. Short interest is low at 2.4%. 

The stock pays a dividend with an annual yield of 1.69% and will trade ex-dividend n July 24th. The company is expected to report earnings next on July 30th. The July options chain shows biggest open interest at the 330 strike on the put side and at the 350 call strike. The August chain shows open interest spread from 330 to 280, biggest at 290 then 310, on the put side. On the call side it is biggest at 330 then fades to 370. The September chain has biggest open interest at the 290 put and the 330 call strikes.

Caterpillar, Ticker: $CAT

Trade Idea 1: Buy the stock on a move over 333.50 with a stop at 321.

Trade Idea 2: Buy the stock on a move over 333.50 and add an August 320/310 Put Spread ($3.00) while selling the September 380 Call ($2.90).

Trade Idea 3: Buy the July/August 340 Call Calendar ($6.80) while selling the July 325 Puts ($2.70).

Trade Idea 4: Buy the September 320/340/370 Call Spread Risk Reversal (30 cents).

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After reviewing over 1,000 charts, I have found some good setups for the week. These were selected and should be viewed in the context of the broad Market Macro picture reviewed Friday which with the 2nd Quarter of 2024 in the books and heading into the holiday shortened week, saw equity markets showing resilience with a rebound from a pullback and large caps and tech names holding at the highs.

Elsewhere look for Gold to continue its consolidation after the record move higher while Crude Oil consolidates in a broad range. The US Dollar Index continues the short term move to the upside while US Treasuries continue in their secular downtrend. The Shanghai Composite looks to continue the downtrend while Emerging Markets consolidate under long term resistance.

The Volatility Index looks to remain very low and stable making the path easier for equity markets to the upside. Their charts look strong, especially on the longer timeframe. On the shorter timeframe both the QQQ and SPY are showing signs of a possible reset on momentum measures as both are extended. The IWM continues to lag in a long term channel. Use this information as you prepare for the coming week and trad’em well.

[mariacallous]

US Plans 200% Tariff on Russia Aluminum as Soon as This Week

The US is preparing to slap a 200% tariff on Russian-made aluminum as soon as this week to keep pressure on Moscow as the one-year anniversary of the invasion of Ukraine nears, according to people familiar with the situation. 

President Joe Biden has yet to give the official go-ahead, and there have been concerns in the administration about collateral damage on US industries, including aerospace and automobiles, said the people, who asked not to be identified discussing internal deliberations. 

The move, which has been contemplated for months, is also aimed at Russia, the world’s second-largest aluminum producer, because Moscow has been dumping supplies on the US market and harming American companies. The timing of the decision could slip past this week, one of the people said. 

The White House National Security Council didn’t immediately respond to requests for comment.

The escalation of pressure on Moscow comes after Washington unleashed unprecedented levels of sanctions to punish and isolate President Vladimir Putin’s government, including freezing its central bank assets globally, targeting its banking, technology and defense sectors and sanctioning individuals linked to Putin.

The move against aluminum also continues efforts by the US and European Union to blunt Russia’s role as global commodities powerhouse. The EU has banned imports of Russian oil, gas and fuels in an attempt to cut its reliance on Moscow. The impact of that move, however, has been mitigated by a redrawing of the global oil trade map, with most crude supplies going now to China and India at lower prices.

There’s no indication so far that the EU is planning a similar move on Russian aluminum. 

US Market

Russia, the world’s largest aluminum producer after China, has been a significant source of material for the US market. Most of it is value-added items, rather than in bulk product, with US buyers ranging from building and construction to automotive.

Such a steep tariff would effectively end US imports of the metal from Russia. While the country has traditionally accounted for 10% of total US aluminum imports, the amount has dropped to just more than 3%, according to US trade data.

The tariff option would be less severe than actions considered last year by the administration, including an outright ban or sanctions on Russia’s sole producer of the metal, United Co. Rusal International PJSC. Such a move risked wider market disruptions, by making Russian supplies essentially toxic for buyers globally. 

Rusal shares in Moscow were trading down as much as 3% on Monday after the news. The company declined to comment.

As the White House has weighed action on Russian aluminum, buyers in the US had been discussing the potential of alternate supply in the event of a ban, tariff or sanction. Industry participants in recent months have also tried to game plan where Russian metal would go if it was suddenly blocked out of the US market, as well as Europe, with many speculating that it could be transshipped via China or other countries and reexported, obscuring its origins.

Industry Support

Aluminum prices dropped about 15% last year amid worries of a slowing global economy and the ongoing pandemic lockdowns in China, the world’s largest consumer. 

Aluminum futures traded on the London Metal Exchange on Monday briefly erased gains and rose as much as 0.6% on news of the tariffs, before declining 1.7% to $2,526.50 a metric ton as of 3:25 p.m. London time.

The Aluminum Association, a trade group that represents the industry in the US, said in a statement Monday that “the aluminum industry stands in support of any and all efforts deemed necessary by the US government and its NATO allies” to address Russia’s invasion. “This is a global security and humanitarian disaster that goes far beyond the interests of any single industry.”

US imports of Russian aluminum had dropped to near zero in October as the administration weighed a ban, worrying domestic buyers who didn’t want to be stuck with the material. Imports rebounded to 11,600 tons in November before easing back to 9,700 tons in January.