#Options Trading in Consolidation

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Comprehensive Guide to Butterfly Options Trading Strategies

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[hikeyzz]

a distant friend from college asked about the recovery for getting your tonsils taken out. how do i say "it was the worst scariest most horrible recovery period ever" without totally freaking them out??? bc like they'll probably have a normal experience. i literally had the worst case scenario happen but it's extremely unlikely to happen for them. like the odds are literally less than 5%. but also how do i give advice for the average recovery when mine wasn't??? do i even tell them how bad mine was just to prepare them?? idk man

[dragonflycap]

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.

[chaotickasugaicrows]

So the least voted for option on that poll was some serious Hollow Knight x Demon Slayer AU lore but there were still votes. We are changing the AU name to Void Born, Sun Bound (because it sounds cool and we are finishing up chapter one of a fic for it.) Lore under the read more cause kinda long.

Before the Kingdom of Caelestis was founded, there were many different and scattered tribes. These groups had different cultures, languages, and most importantly religions. They each worshiped their own deities and sometimes their leaders were deities themselves. Not all deities were equal. Some were merely powerful beings who could die, some were more abstract concepts than beings, and some were immortals. Nonetheless, the tribes enjoyed their ways of life and mostly kept separate. Skirmishes happened, as did limited trade, but the tribes remained separate in order to preserve their autonomy.

Then came the arrival of the Pale King, Muzan. He was different from the other deities/leaders. He desired a kingdom, a sprawling empire that would last for generations. He wanted all peoples to bow at his feet and worship one major deity, him. Muzan was a rare being of soul (a certain brand of magic) but all his soul and power came from a being far more ancient than himself. He was the successor, the lesser being. He was not immortal. However, he would never ever admit that he was less than perfect.

Unfortunately, Muzan was very politically savvy and powerful. He managed to consolidate the other groups of people, stealing worshipers and/or subduing other deities to his will. There were a few groups he missed but overall he did a pretty good job creating an empire for himself.

Muzan as a being of soul promised some of his new followers that he could unlock their potential to wield it. Of course they would always be kept at a level that was less powerful than his own mastery of soul. He let Enmu and their apprentices experiment with souls (this was done so that he could use their findings to strengthen himself). Muzan also ordered Nakime the Teacher to gather information and report to him. It was thanks to Nakime and also Yahaba the Watcher that Muzan managed to steal all of Hinokami’s worshipers. Using the research, Muzan sealed Hinokami away in the realm of dreams and then dusted his hands and mostly forgot about her (this was a mistake on his part.) 

Years go by and the Pale King has done pretty well for himself. He has a large swath of worshipers that cheer his name and several loyal servants. There aren’t any outstanding threats to his power. Then he makes his second mistake. Muzan discovers the Void and decides he can use the abyss and the void pools to bolster his power even further. He allows experimentation with the void. Molds are created and bits of void are fashioned into new creatures to serve as guards for the Pale King’s palace, or servants, or warriors in his army. Muzan sees endless possibilities. Under Muzan’s orders, Enmu even attempts to fuse void and soul together (it could theoretically work but it also kills all who try). Attempts to inject void into Muzan’s followers also works to strengthen them (for a time but that too kills them). Still, the Pale King continues to experiment with little care for lives lost or rules broken.

Hinokami, though stuck in the realm of dreams, isn’t powerless. She discovers the void and soul experiments and considers them perversions of nature and its rules. Her followers are mostly eradicated and no matter how hard she tries to get people to listen to her in the dreams she enters, they all fawn over the Pale King and his seemingly endless power and grace. She becomes frustrated and determined to put a stop to things herself. Thus, the corruption begins.

Hinokami’s corruption takes over the wills of the people it infects, turning them into a hive mind that seeks to corrupt more people. Her goal is to bring all people under her control so that she can put a stop to the experiments, kill the Pale King, topple his kingdom, and free herself from the dream realm. Muzan panics because he thought Hinokami was no longer a problem. He orders his citizens to search for a way to stop the corruption. Hinokami wasn’t a super well known deity before she was sealed in the dream realm so the other deities/leaders see the corruption as a new and terrifying threat instead of realizing who is causing this.

Everyone deals with Hinokami’s corruption a bit differently. The group of warriors lead by the Mantis Lords (Akaza, Kyogai, Susamaru), stick to themselves and mostly close themselves off to the outside world except for the Traitor (Kaigaku) and his followers that willingly become corrupted. Enmu and his group increase the soul magic experiments, draining the souls of hundreds (maybe thousands) in order to increase their own soul and resist the infection. However, they only succeed in transforming themselves into horrifying soul creatures that go mad. Anytime the corruption reaches them, Hinokami kills them instead of taking control. Kanae, the leader of the Moss tribe, attempts to call her people back to her to protect them but hardly anyone heeds her call. The Flute tribe led by Managi (aka Gyokko) just parties because it's the end of the world and they don’t care. Lastly, Nakime the Teacher creates a horrifyingly brilliant plan to contain the corruption.

Questionable Plan and Results for a future post.

[arizonaconservativegal]

As you work in government, and think the government should be dramatically reduced, I was wondering where you think such cuts ought to start and how would you get enough people to agree with you? From where I stand, as someone who gained political consciousness in 2018(?) and has been leaning right libertarian ever since, it seems no one can agree even though we all see the same issue.

Well if I were dictator for a day, I'd eliminate the federal Department of Education because they pretty much do nothing of value.

But the real answer is that I wouldn't start by cutting any programs at all.

Sure I'm a libertarian who has a philosophical problem with pretty much every government program, and if I were building the system from the ground up, I wouldn't ever include most of what we ended up with, but since it's already there, that's not an option.

Besides, even as bloated as they are, most government offices/agencies/departments do have a handful of very necessary positions and good employees in them. They just also have an awful lot of jobs that no one would ever miss and a lot of employees who do nothing but take up space. You need to go through all of them with a fine tooth comb to figure out which ones should be kept, what can be consolidated, and what can be eliminated with no impact on services. And then you'd need to hang around long enough to figure out which individual people to keep (either in their existing roles or reassign them to more useful positions) and which ones are just dedicated to being useless.

The problem is that doing that properly takes a tremendous amount of time and you really can't leave it up to the bureaucrats within the departments. If you tell them to just cut staffing levels by a certain percentage, half of them will just go by last hired, first fired and the other half will deliberately cut critical and public facing positions to create political demand for their funding to be restored.

If I were really going to go through all that, I'd start by identifying the positions to cut and then let attrition do its thing. Useless positions do not need to be replaced when vacated. Not actually firing anyone gets you around civil service protections and if you do your targeting well, the only people who will really squawk will be union bosses upset about dwindling membership numbers. The two tricks here are a) you still have to replace the positions that are necessary and start consolidating responsibilities so you can't skip that first step of figuring out what those are and b) you cannot let politics determine which positions are cut. All services levels must be maintained, even in programs that we disagree with politically.

The next thing I would do - which would be much harder - is reform those civil service and union protections. We need to be able to fire people who do not do their jobs adequately or who are no longer needed. Right now that's pretty much impossible so instead of firing them, we shuffle them off to another position - and usually that comes with a promotion and raise so they can't claim they're being treated unfairly. Or we just hire a second person to do the job the first one won't or can't do but instead of replacing the first person with the second person, we just pay two people to do one job at the same time.

The trade I would make is to eliminate or drastically increase pay caps for high performing employees and for positions that we have trouble hiring/retaining qualified employees. Too often we lose highly effective employees because the only thing we can do to reward them is to promote them out of their area of skill. And we simply cannot hire a talented lawyer or tech worker for $75k when they could be making two or three or ten times that in the private sector. Sorry, I know no one wants to pay government employees more but when we have a team of ten shitty employees getting paid $50k each, that's a lot more expensive than getting one good one who will actually do the job for $200k.

(If I could, I'd also put new employees on a 401k style retirement plan - I'd even offer a very generous match - and never put them in the pension system. It would save us a ton of money and frankly, those employees would be better off in the long run for having control of their retirement funds. But that's a separate issue and possibly a bigger hurdle than cutting jobs.)

Only when all that was done, and after several years had gone by so the public would see that the reductions in workforce really didn't hamper the service they received, that's when I'd think about starting to cut actual programs.

And then I would start with the Department of Education.

[lunarsilkscreen]

Mobile Game design overview

A personal Journal Entry and pre-development path.

R&D Still Required based on style of game; touch screen and gyro controls. --preliminary research complete.

Design Overview;

Other Mobile games, no matter how well designed, have extremely cluttered interfaces. Some of this is because there are multiple games, mini-games, and events packaged into the game at any one time.

Some games have an coin based (energy use) version of their main game, and a sub-game that does not require energy.

Consider using this style for offline and online modes. It seems popular to use energy for the online. Portion, this way the player can enjoy the game as they wish without overloading the servers offline.

Other games have several Quest, Achievement, and Event menus that can be consolidated into a single main menu.

The reason they don't do this is still unclear to me; but is probably similar to the big flashy tags and sales sign at in-person retailers, and in the Sears magazine.

If so, they don't serve the purpose they're intended to.

However; it's probably more that the development team is inexperienced and using a framework or game template that they then reuse for added areas. Creating a package which is a copy of the template over and over again.

I had previously considered implementing an old-style arcade "life" system like Mario, but perhaps a more simplified energy system, perhaps one that tracks step through the accelerometer (or other apps) to refresh would be good.

Energy refreshments shouldn't be purchaseables except for in specific circumstances; Similar to Hearthstone's Arena Tavern Brawls that happen periodically.

Players seem to enjoy "Season Packs" to purchase, and dislike an RMT (Real-money Trade) currency.

It also reduces clutter and increases understandability by reducing the options that a player has for a single game.

"Gacha Summons" shouldn't be purchaseables. meaning Gacha, or loot boxes, if used should be separated from the RMT purchase portion.

Rewards for skill shown in the online portion should be considered and given to players that perform well in whatever the online portion might be

Minor connectivity for offline achievements should be included for verification, but more or less separated from the online game entirely.

Some specific achievements may reward Skins and other abilities for the online portion.

A small game studio shouldn't really go whale fishing like happens in many games today. (Packs valued by studios worth $100+ are common and give little. Seems more like a wishful thinking menu item)

Entry into a crypto-based achievement system, whichever company is able to make a stable one; is key in future development. Releasing of items and achievements into a startup ecosystem will help the game to grow.

Without going into depth on any specific game mechanics; this covers everything about the interface design research.

The question still remains how to address monetization and store based items. Aside from releasing things into a gaming ecosystem where they can be displayed and reused in other places; I'm not sure what to sell.

Gacha games are a dime a dozen and have seemingly all the same pricing scheme. Without a reason to have seasons, theres no reason a player might want to purchase one.

Here's what I think;

Hosting Price and monthly expenses need to be taken into account, but $1-10 depending on what % the hosting service might take, for a "Premium Account" badge, either a one-time, yearly or monthly seems key.

Re-curring costs may be implemented for "seasonal" reasons based on when the majority of players tend to be actively interacting with the game.

Lastly; Data needs to be reduced to a minimum. Part of these sizes are voiced lines, raster graphics for the dozens of different menus, CGI cutscenes, and music.

All of this will help to make a game that will be able to make it into anybody's pocket.

[mornington-the-crescent]

I voted FDR in the poll because of well, the everything, and I was astonished to see how many people had chosen Nixon.

I know our education system is bad, but it was genuinely horrific to see all the other options in the single digits. For most of these people, the only bad thing they know about Nixon was watergate. I remember at least being taught about the internment camps in school, even if they neglected to mention who was president at the time.

FDR fancied himself king of America, and it's disheartening to know how few people realize how genuinely evil he was.

I mean, Nixon was on there mostly to prove that tumblr as a whole does not understand or remember history. Their knowledge of history comes from half-remembered public education, and from ahistorical and hysterical tumblr posts.

Don't get me wrong, Nixon did fucking suck.

He normalized trade relations with China, which ruined American manufacturing, sending countless American jobs overseas, and the rest of the world soon followed suit; that's why 90% of what you own is cheap and low-quality and made in China. Not to mention that the massive influx of foreign money is what led to the CCP being able to continue to prop itself up, when it otherwise would have collapsed under the weight of its own incompetence and inefficiency decades ago otherwise, like every other experiment with socialism inevitably does.

Then there's his taking America off of the gold standard, which permitted the massive expansion of the money supply, which led to the inflation of the 1970's, and all subsequent inflations, since the main safeguard and deterrent to inflationary monetary policy has been removed.

And then there's the incredibly underhanded tactics that he used to to get his political opposition: See, in spite all of his hatred for hippies and the Black Panthers, you can't ban ideologies or political movements. But, both groups tended to smoke marijuana. So what do you do? You stoke latent anti-Mexican sentiment in the American populace, and paint weed as a demon drug that makes people promiscuous and a danger to society. And once it was criminalized, well, now he had all the excuse he needed to crack down on certain groups who opposed him. He wasn't throwing them in jail for their ideology; he was throwing them in jail for the reefer! Totally different! The "War on Drugs" is total bullshit, and like all attempts at prohibition in this country, it just led to a greater amount of the "banned" item in increasing potency and availability, while creating a robust criminal underclass to supply the prohibited good.

And we can't forget that he ordered the bombing and invasion of Cambodia and Laos, two countries which had the misfortune of simply being next to Vietnam. He even ran on a platform of ending the war in Vietnam, and while the peace talks were already started by the time he was elected, it took four more years for America to finally withdraw from a war it had no business being involved with in the first place.

He weaponized the FBI and IRS against political enemies, keeping tabs on anyone that he thought was against him, spying on and even illegally wiretapping opponents. He, like so many others, tried to consolidate more and more power into the Executive branch of the government, outside the normal separation of powers. His election strategy was to openly court racists who were mad about desegregation.

And, of course, I'd be remiss if I forgot to mention Tricky Dick's Wet 'n' Wild Water Heist of 1967. Leave the water in the Reflecting Pool alone, man.

[anthonybialy]

Bill of Wronged

Our rights have been taken to not be safe.  People get every benefit otherwise.  Attempting to manipulate the universe on our behalf is super kind of authorities who expect the gesture to compensate for not actually doing it.  We only get a vote technically.

Wondering how could one be in favor of guns is popular amongst those not into free will.  Sanctimony about how implements hurt bodies and feelings replaces not thinking out that naughty types might obtain them, perhaps even in defiance of legal restrictions.  The mere existence of that choice dissuades villains from initiating nefarious plans.

Figuring what crimes never occurred is hard to measure.  But it’s easy to see what happens when the only people restricted from bearing arms are those who comply with laws.

Trying to get virus season going again is for your benefit.  You’re acting a bit too independently.  A sequel scare might get you to remember who rules over you.  Visionary faux epidemiologists have to plan panic ahead, as one can’t spring fear a month before an election.  The timing of picking a new president is surely coincidental.  Paranoia is a symptom immune to vaccination.

Thoroughness is not a virtue when the right to shop elsewhere is treated as a sin.  The fear of an even worse shutdown sequel serves as an extension of the sickly notion that government should and can be responsible for one’s health.  You don’t get a choice.  That’s supposed to make you feel reassured.

Treating companies who heal you as Satan’s minions is lamentably consistent.  Contempt is similar to what simply must be justified demonization of the gun industry, as they couldn’t merely be offering a product customers want.  Shooting bowling pins in the woods is almost as fun as scaring off potential muggers and tyrants.  But aspiring buyers are told they’re beholden to diabolical shootie-manufacturing conglomerates that would profit any way they could and truly enjoy doing so off suffering.  Compensation for offering something we want is tough to accumulate, anyway, what with inflation remaining a stubborn problem ever since corporations realized they could exploit the populace for excessive profit just after Joe Biden took office.

Pretending money isn’t involved makes life costly.  We’re trying complimentary living right now to see how much more expensive existence can get.  You may notice your consent wasn’t sought.  Being aware of losing liberty is the extent of rights. so be grateful perception remains legal.  That’s only because it’s tough to ban.  The Biden White House’s efforts to control social media narratives through coercion show they try their hardest.  It’s too bad they couldn’t invest efforts to suppress narratives into learning trades.

A caring government lovingly protects serfs from the torture of choice.  Politicians who’ve never run businesses dream of reducing options down to one.  The ensuing dream world will just like what happens when government kindly consolidates industries and takes your money without asking.

Bad examples to avoid will have to count as progress.  Your rulers show their contempt for profit by taking as much of it as possible.  They spend it at will to illustrate the peril of greed.  A biblical situation leads to losing niceties such as options.  Imposing unwieldy burdens upon amalgamations is justified by demonizing them as cruel indulgers of decadence.  Similar logic leads to thinking efficiency means reducing options, not multiple options reducing supply.

It’s their fault for both charging too much and not offering enough.  Those who think the only crime is paying bills also coincidentally double as enemies of capitalism, which as a reminder is another name for trading.  Dragging down others because they have nothing which would enable them to participate flaunts a distinct lack of empathy.

If you want to spend six or seven years which could be spent getting a plumbing business going instead majoring in political science, don’t expect to pay.  College shouldn’t cost anything, at least according to attendees.  Students who take classes in self-righteousness specialize in claiming they benefit society, which is a common delusion amongst the least useful graduates.  Humans who actually help went into business for themselves and contributed to society functioning as a byproduct.  I thought liberals believed in collective benefits.

Endless interventions are based in the seemingly reasonable and wholly delusional notion that life should feature protections.  Wanting to be free of fear is as natural as it is impossible.  Evidence isn’t going to deter a plucky hero like your incumbent executive.  We’re learning the notion does indeed alter our world.  The problem is it’s for the worse.  Making an impact on the world is easy as long as you don’t care what kind.

Deciding which amendments they exploit while scoffing at them is how de facto autocrats respect our Constitution.  They’re free to say any moronic thing they want while law-abiding firearms carriers keep them safe.  You don’t have to worry about sluggish trials or, if you’re a Biden, testifying against yourself.  Meanwhile, the country is presently propped up by states possessing the option to have rights.  Liberals would quarter troops, but only if they work for the IRS.  They endure the cruel and unusual punishment of having to live with themselves.

[tradingmarketsblog]

Comparing the Top Online Trading Apps: Which One Is Right for You?

The online stock trading app industry has experienced a tremendous surge since the onset of the pandemic in 2020. Thanks to improved internet speeds and the growing interest in financial literacy, mobile-based stock trading has undergone a significant transformation. Each day, more Indians are experiencing the seamless shift towards incredibly smooth and flexible trading options, all available at the touch of a button.

As these apps continue to gain widespread adoption, even beginners can enter the world of trading with ease. These applications not only enable the buying and selling of financial assets but also offer a range of other valuable services. The only requirement is a reliable internet connection to ensure these trading apps operate smoothly.

This article has listed some of the best online trading apps so that you can choose any one of them.

Top Three Online Trading Apps

The list of the best online trading app is as follows.

1. Zerodha Kite

Zerodha boasts over 100 million active clients, contributing significantly to India's retail trading volumes, making up about 15% of the total. This app is highly recommended for both beginners and experienced traders and investors, thanks to its robust technological platform.

Zerodha's flagship mobile trading software, Kite, is developed in-house. The current Kite 3.0 web platform offers a wide array of features, including market watch, advanced charting with over 100 indicators, and advanced order types such as cover orders and good till triggered (GTT) orders, ensuring swift order placements.

Furthermore, users can also utilise Zerodha Kite as a Chrome extension, enabling features like order placement and stock tracking for added convenience.

2. Kotak Securities 

Opening a trading account at Kotak Securities comes with the advantage of zero account opening fees. Additionally, there are discounted rates for investors below 30 years of age, making it a cost-effective option. The account setup process is streamlined, with minimal steps involved.

Kotak Securities enables users to engage in a wide range of financial activities, including trading in stocks, IPOs, derivatives, mutual funds, currency, and commodities. Furthermore, it offers opportunities for global investments through its trading app. This app is thoughtfully designed, featuring a user-friendly interface accessible on iOS, Android, and Windows platforms. It also provides valuable extras like margin funding, real-time portfolio tracking, and live stock quotes with charting options.

3. Upstox

Upstox PRO, supported by Tiger Global and endorsed by prominent investors like Indian tycoon Ratan Tata and Tiger Global Management, is a well-known discount broker app. It offers a range of trading and investment opportunities, encompassing stocks, currencies, commodities, and mutual funds. For experienced and seasoned investors, it is an ideal choice, featuring advanced tools such as TradingView and ChartsIQ libraries.

Online trading apps offer a diverse array of financial products and services, consolidating your investment and financial management in one convenient platform. You can engage in activities such as trading equities, participating in IPOs, trading derivatives, investing in mutual funds, placing fixed deposits, dealing in commodities, and trading currency.

[loopy777]

Whats your thoughts on the way aang, zuko and the earth king who's name i can never recall handled the former fire nation colonies? Cause frankly speaking looking at it objectively, it really does seem like the compromise route and let them become sorta independant was the worst of both sides.

Culturally speaking, like it or not the area had become fire nation dominant, which would be a very strong argument for them remaining part of the fire nation.

On the other hand, the earth kingdom is right that they took the land by right of force, with no casus beli, no marriage ties that bound the fire nation royalty and whoever was the lords of the land together. It was as clear cut a right by conquest and nothing more as you can get.

Finally the independent route seems to have just been a compromise to not allow either side to truly "win", rather than an actual, good solution.

And in the end it ended up with Aang's republic project(good job on being a neutral party aang ;D) ending up as an abyssmal failure, both during his own time as robber barons consolidated power during his reign, and then falling completely off the wayside after he died, then replaced with a just as bad successor after the first election.

While things does seem to kinda be looking up after the last election in the comics, it does seem like aang should have just taken a side, or if he was going to compromise, it should probably have been something along the lines of demilitarize the entire zone on a permanent basis, but allow the Fire nation to keep it. Or allow fire nation citizens to remain but let the Earth Kingdom retake political control(This is what I would have done by the way) over the colonies, with those who remained legally becoming earth kingdom citizens.

Yeah, there were no good solutions, but I feel like there were better compromises possible than what 'The Promise' claimed were the only possibilities. To summarize, here's what those options were:

The colonies go back to the Earth Kingdom and everyone either from the Fire Nation or of at least partial Fire Nation descent is deported back to the Fire Nation forcibly.

The colonies remain under full Fire Nation control and the ruling Fire Nation social class gets to stay on top.

The colonies all become independent, and on a case-by-case basis some of them might choose to hold elections and of those some of them might elect at least one person of Earth Kingdom descent to participate in the local government.

I like your radical and hard-to-conceive-of idea of putting the Earth Kingdom in charge and then not deporting people. Perhaps, in that scenario, we can even reduce the influence of the rich Fire Nation upper class types with taxes on wartime family/clan gains, or something like that. The money would be used to fund local stuff rather than merely inflating Ba Sing Se's coffers.

Or, the colonies could have been made independent, but the Fire Nation is given some kind of corresponding punishment so that it's not perfectly positioned to profit from the situation. Perhaps all Fire Nation residents can be banned from trading with any of the colonies for a century or something, giving the Earth Kingdom a chance to make practical and cultural in-roads. Or, just have the ban last for Aang's lifetime, and now he's the one dodging all the Fire Nation assassins! It would give Zuko a chance to sleep, at least.

Of course, both of those leave plenty of opportunities for cheats and corruption, which is where I presume Aang would have to keep an eye on things and fight the people making a mess of things. That sounds like something more out of one of F.C. Yee's novels, which I would be quite happy with. It's certainly a lot more interesting than having Aang deal with the same Bender Vs NonBender conflict that even LoK couldn't make plausible with twelve episodes and the best voice-acting in the business.

However, I'm not against the idea that the United Republic still eventually becomes a corrupt land where capitalism runs wild, no one believes in spirits, and organized crime is a more effective government than the actual ruling council. But I'd like the steps that lead to that to be framed as the gAang's failures. As it is, all of Aang's adventures in the former colonies conclude with what are presented as happy endings, and things only go wrong when bad people slip in while he's not looking. If Republic City is supposed to be so bad that LoK's happy ending is most of the city being rendered a wasteland, then why can't we see Aang losing when something about the former colonies is at stake? I mean, yeah, the 8-year-olds the comics are aimed at probably would be confused and stop reading, but they probably didn't like 'The Puppetmaster' either, so who cares about them? Give me the 12-year-olds starving for some tragedy in their family-friendly media.

Those are probably the kids destined for careers in politics, anyway, so they might enjoy taxation as a plot element.

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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.

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How Shipping From USA To Australia Can Be Quick and Affordable

Shipping goods internationally can often feel complicated and expensive, especially when managing long distances like shipping from the USA to Australia. However, with the right strategies and a trusted partner like Ship2Anywhere, you can make the process both quick and budget-friendly. This article will explore how to simplify international shipping, save costs, and choose the best options for express delivery.

Why Shipping From USA To Australia Matters

Australia is a key trading partner for the USA, and the demand for shipping between these countries has grown significantly. Whether you're a business owner looking to expand your e-commerce reach or an individual sending package to loved ones, the need for fast, reliable, and affordable shipping is undeniable.

With services like express delivery in the USA, it’s possible to ensure timely deliveries without paying a premium. Companies like Ship2Anywhere have simplified logistics, offering competitive pricing and flexible delivery options for both personal and commercial shipments.

Tips for Quick and Affordable Shipping

1. Choose the Right Shipping Partner

The most important step is selecting a trusted logistics provider. The best shipping company in the USA, such as Ship2Anywhere, provides comprehensive services tailored to your needs. By using multi-carrier shipping technology, they help you compare rates and delivery times to find the best solution.

2. Opt for Express Shipping for Urgent Deliveries

When time is critical, express shipping in Australia is your go-to option. Services like this ensure that parcels reach their destination in the shortest time possible without compromising on reliability.

3. Plan Ahead to Save Costs

Booking shipments in advance can help you avoid last-minute fees. Additionally, consolidating packages into a single shipment can reduce costs for bulk deliveries.

4. Understand Customs Regulations

Shipping internationally requires understanding customs rules and duties. A company like Ship2Anywhere USA simplifies this process by offering guidance and support for hassle-free customs clearance.

Benefits of Choosing Ship2Anywhere

- Cost-Effective Solutions

Ship2Anywhere’s multi-carrier options ensure that you get competitive pricing for all shipping needs, whether it’s standard delivery or express delivery to the USA.

- Reliable Tracking

Real-time tracking helps you stay informed about your shipment’s progress, providing peace of mind for businesses and individuals alike.

- Exceptional Customer Support

From helping you navigate customs to finding the best delivery options, Ship2Anywhere offers unparalleled customer service to ensure a smooth experience.

Conclusion

Shipping from the USA to Australia doesn’t have to be complex or expensive. By choosing the right partner, planning ahead, and opting for efficient services like express shipping in Australia, you can save time and money.

For businesses and individuals alike, Ship2Anywhere is the trusted name for fast, reliable, and affordable shipping solutions. Take the stress out of international shipping today and connect with the world effortlessly. For more information, visit ship2anywhere.com to explore their services.

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Top Freight Forwarding and Logistics Companies in the UAE: Your Gateway to Seamless Global Trade

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has long been a global hub for trade and commerce, thanks to its strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and business-friendly policies. Whether you're importing goods to Dubai or exporting products from Abu Dhabi, partnering with a reliable freight forwarding company in UAE or a logistics company in UAE is essential for ensuring smooth operations. In this blog, we’ll explore the key services offered by these companies and why they are crucial for businesses in the UAE.

Why Choose a Freight Forwarding and Logistics Company in the UAE?

The UAE is a melting pot of international trade, connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa. With bustling ports like Jebel Ali in Dubai and Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, the country offers unparalleled access to global markets. However, navigating the complexities of international shipping, customs clearance, and supply chain management can be challenging. This is where a freight forwarding company in UAE or a logistics company in UAE comes in.

These companies act as your trusted partners, handling everything from transportation and warehousing to documentation and compliance. By leveraging their expertise, you can focus on growing your business while they take care of the logistics.

Key Services Offered by Freight Forwarding Companies in the UAE

1.Air Freight Services

For time-sensitive shipments, air freight is the go-to option. Leading logistics company in UAE offer efficient air cargo solutions, ensuring your goods reach their destination quickly and securely.

2.Sea Freight Services

The UAE is home to some of the busiest ports in the world. provide cost-effective sea freight services, including Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) options, catering to businesses of all sizes.

3.Land Freight Services

With its proximity to neighboring GCC countries, the UAE is a key player in land freight. offer reliable trucking services for cross-border transportation, ensuring timely delivery across the region.

4.Customs Clearance

Navigating customs regulations can be daunting.

Freight forwarders in UAE have in-depth knowledge of local and international customs procedures, ensuring hassle-free clearance for your shipments.

5.Warehousing and Distribution

Many offer state-of-the-art warehousing facilities and distribution services, helping you store and manage inventory efficiently.

6.Supply Chain Solutions

From end-to-end supply chain management to last-mile delivery, these companies provide tailored solutions to meet your specific business needs.

Benefits of Partnering with a Logistics Company in the UAE

Cost Efficiency: By optimizing routes and consolidating shipments, freight forwarding company in UAE help you save on transportation costs.

Time Savings: With their expertise, logistics company in UAE ensure faster delivery times, reducing delays and improving customer satisfaction.

Global Network: Established freight forwarders in UAE have a vast network of partners worldwide, enabling seamless international trade.

Compliance and Security: They ensure your shipments comply with all regulations and are handled with the utmost care.

How to Choose the Right Freight Forwarding Company in the UAE

When selecting a logistics partner, consider the following factors:

Experience and Reputation: Look for freight forwarding company in UAE with a proven track record and positive client reviews.

Range of Services: Choose a logistics company in UAE that offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your needs.

Technology and Innovation: Opt for companies that use advanced technology for real-time tracking and efficient operations.

Customer Support: Ensure they offer reliable customer service to address any issues promptly.

Conclusion

In a competitive market like the UAE, partnering with a top freight forwarding company in UAE or a logistics company in UAE can give your business a significant edge. Whether you’re a small business or a multinational corporation, these companies provide the expertise and resources needed to streamline your supply chain and boost your bottom line.

If you’re looking for a trusted logistics partner in the UAE, explore the services offered by leading freight forwarders in UAE. With their help, you can navigate the complexities of global trade with ease and confidence.

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The Role of a Freight Forwarding Company in Global Supply Chain Management

In today’s interconnected world, businesses rely on efficient logistics and transportation solutions to keep their supply chains running smoothly. A freight forwarding company plays a crucial role in global trade, ensuring that goods move seamlessly from one country to another while minimizing delays and costs. As experts in logistics, freight forwarders coordinate the transportation, documentation, and compliance required for successful international shipments. Contrans Group, a leading provider of freight forwarding services, helps businesses navigate the complexities of global shipping, ensuring reliable and efficient logistics solutions.

What is a Freight Forwarding Company?

A freight forwarding company acts as an intermediary between businesses and transportation providers, such as shipping lines, airlines, and trucking companies. Freight forwarders do not transport goods directly; instead, they manage the logistics, ensuring that shipments move efficiently through the supply chain. They handle key processes such as customs clearance, cargo consolidation, warehousing, and distribution, making international trade more accessible for businesses of all sizes.

The Key Roles of a Freight Forwarding Company in Supply Chain Management

1. Seamless Transportation Coordination

A freight forwarding service simplifies the shipping process by coordinating different modes of transportation, including sea, air, rail, and road. This multi-modal approach ensures that goods reach their destination on time and at the most cost-effective rates. Freight forwarders analyze the best routes, select reliable carriers, and optimize transit schedules to avoid delays.

2. Customs Clearance and Compliance

Navigating international customs regulations is one of the most challenging aspects of global trade. A freight forwarding company ensures that all shipments comply with international trade laws and documentation requirements. This includes handling import/export regulations, duties, tariffs, and necessary paperwork, preventing costly delays or penalties.

3. Cost Optimization and Efficiency

Freight forwarders negotiate competitive rates with carriers, helping businesses reduce shipping costs. By consolidating cargo from multiple clients, they offer cost-effective solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises. Additionally, they provide businesses with insights into cost-saving opportunities, such as choosing the best transport mode or optimizing packaging to reduce freight charges.

4. Cargo Security and Risk Management

Ensuring the safety of goods in transit is a priority for any business engaged in global trade. A freight forwarding service includes risk assessment and cargo insurance options to protect shipments against damage, theft, or unforeseen delays. Freight forwarders also track shipments in real-time, providing businesses with updates and solutions in case of disruptions.

5. Warehousing and Distribution

A freight forwarding company offers warehousing and inventory management solutions to ensure smooth distribution. Businesses can store goods in strategic locations, allowing for timely deliveries to customers. This is particularly beneficial for e-commerce and retail businesses that require fast and efficient logistics.

Why Choose Contrans Group for Freight Forwarding Services?

At Contrans Group, we understand the complexities of global trade and provide end-to-end freight forwarding services to streamline your supply chain. Our expertise in transportation, customs compliance, and risk management ensures that your shipments are handled with precision and care. Whether you need air, sea, or road freight solutions, we deliver customized logistics strategies to meet your business needs.

Conclusion

A freight forwarding company is an essential partner in global supply chain management, providing businesses with reliable, efficient, and cost-effective logistics solutions. From transportation coordination to customs clearance and cargo security, freight forwarders simplify the complexities of international trade. Contrans Group’s freight forwarding service ensures that businesses can focus on growth while we handle their logistics needs. Partner with us for seamless global shipping and optimized supply chain management.

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How to easily receive international payments in India

In today’s global economy, the ability to accept international payments in India is crucial for businesses and freelancers. Whether you’re a freelancer receiving service payments or a business accepting international sales, handling foreign transactions seamlessly is key to maintaining smooth operations. The challenge often lies in the high forex fees, long processing times, and complicated banking procedures that hinder your ability to grow and expand internationally.

This article will explore how to simplify the process of receiving international payments in India using tools like multi-currency and international bank accounts. You can save money, increase efficiency, and access global opportunities with the right solutions. Plus, we’ll discuss the importance of international money transfer services to ensure smoother transactions.

How to receive international payments in India: the Winvesta global collections account

Winvesta provides a comprehensive solution for businesses and freelancers seeking international payments in India. The platform offers a global collections account that simplifies the process and significantly reduces fees. Here’s how Winvesta helps:

Key features of Winvesta’s global collections account

Zero forex markup: Save money on every international money transfer with 0% forex markup.

Multi-currency support: Accept international payments in India in over 30 currencies, including USD, GBP, EUR, and more.

Fast processing: Funds are received within 1 business day, ensuring quick access to your payments.

Local account details: Winvesta provides local account details in the US, UK, Europe, and Canada, eliminating local receipt fees.

Easy withdrawals: Withdraw your funds to Indian bank accounts within one business day, keeping your operations smooth and efficient.

Consolidated transaction view: Track all your transactions in one easy-to-use dashboard for better management.

Steps to get started with Winvesta

Sign up: Complete a quick sign-up process to create your account.

Verification: Submit the necessary documents to verify your account.

Activate your account: Your global collections account will be activated within a day.

Start receiving payments: Share your local account details with international clients and start accepting international payments in India.

Withdraw funds: Transfer your funds to your Indian bank account with ease.

Winvesta’s gateway to global markets

In addition to simplifying international payments, Winvesta also offers a powerful investment app for Indians who want to invest in US stocks and ETFs. This app makes it easier for retail investors to diversify their portfolios and access global markets, particularly in the United States, by providing them with a range of investment options.

Key features of Winvesta’s investment app:

8000+ US stocks and ETFs: Choose from a wide range of investment options, including new IPOs.

Fractional shares: Invest in high-value stocks with as little as $1.

Thematic investing: Explore investment opportunities based on themes, sectors, or popularity.

Real-time trading: Trade live or schedule orders for later.

Expert insights: Access weekly stock ratings and expert opinions to guide your investment choices.

Educational resources: Stay informed with blogs, newsletters, and "Winvesta crisps" — a 3-minute daily market read.

Advanced analytics: Use financial data and advanced charts with technical indicators, such as candle and bar charts.

How to get started with the investment app:

Sign up: Complete the 3-minute sign-up process with basic details like your name, phone number, and date of birth.

KYC verification: Submit your ID and address proof for verification.

Fund your account: Fund the account within 2 hours to 3 business days.

Start investing: Begin investing in US stocks and ETFs right away.

Winvesta’s investment app provides an easy entry point for Indians to expand their investment portfolios internationally, making it a versatile platform for both financial management and global investment opportunities.

If you are ready to simplify how you receive international payments in India, consider opening a multi-currency account with Winvesta. With easy access to global currencies, zero forex markup, and fast transactions, Winvesta is the solution that businesses and freelancers need to manage cross-border transactions efficiently.

Additionally, for investors, the investment app offers a simple way to access global financial markets, making it easy to invest in US stocks and ETFs. Start today by visiting Winvesta’s global collections account and begin accepting international payments in India without the hassle of traditional banking.