Hi there,

We are expanding our Long-Term Buy & Hold Watchlist today with two powerhouses of the AI infrastructure era: AMD and Arista Networks (ANET).

Why These Two?

Both companies are "essential plumbers" of the artificial intelligence boom.

• AMD is rapidly becoming the primary alternative to Nvidia in the data center, with its server CPUs reportedly nearly sold out for 2026.
• Arista Networks is the backbone of the "AI back-end," providing the high-speed Ethernet switching required to run massive AI training clusters for companies like Meta and Microsoft.

🚦 Current Stance: "Watchlist Only"

While we are highly bullish on the long-term fundamentals of these companies, we want to emphasize: we are not yet ready to pull the trigger.

Both stocks are currently trading at premium valuations following a strong start to 2026. We are looking for specific technical entry points and "healthy pullbacks" before moving these from our Watchlist to our Active Portfolio. Patience is a core part of our strategy—we wait for the right price to ensure the best long-term compounding.

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Hi there,

Overview: Wall Street pulled back from record highs on Tuesday. Although the Consumer Price Index (CPI) showed Core inflation cooling to 2.6%, the optimism was eclipsed by a -4.2% drop in JPMorgan Chase. Financials were hit hard by a double-whammy: earnings misses and a proposed 10% federal cap on credit card interest rates.
Note: In terms of our positioning, we remain patient to place our first option trade of the year, as we wait for a better entry point for the US 500 challenge.

Furthermore, we continue to monitor DELL closely. We have also officially added AMD and ANET to our Long Term Watchlist. Please remember that the watchlist is not a BUY list; it is simply a note for us that we may look at buying these at some point in the future.

📈 Major Indices

• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Fell -0.80%, closing at 49,191.99 (shedding 400 points).

• S&P 500: Slipped -0.20%, closing at 6,963.66.
• Nasdaq Composite: Eased -0.10%, closing at 23,709.87.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Little changed, finishing at 4.18%.

• US Dollar Index (DXY): Strengthened slightly to 99.30.
• Gold: Rose to $4,590 per ounce (settling just below its intraday record of $4,644).
• Silver: Surged +1.6% to $86.40 per ounce.

• WTI Crude Oil: Jumped +2.5% to settle at $61.00 per barrel.

📊 Specific Stock Performance

• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +1.11% ($336.43). A standout performer, hitting a new all-time high as the market rewards its $4T valuation and Apple AI partnership.

• STZ (Constellation Brands): Up +0.90% ($153.18). Showed resilient relative strength, bucking the broader market decline.
• DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -0.66% ($119.88). Note: We are preparing to buy but remain on the sidelines. The stock is still under its 50-day moving average ($122.82), and we are waiting for this technical downtrend to officially break before entering.
• META (Meta Platforms): Down -1.69% ($631.09). Continued to face profit-taking as capital rotates into other AI infrastructure plays.

• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Down -0.38% ($59.63). Saw minor consolidation after a strong opening to the week.
• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Down -0.57% ($25.13). Drifted lower in line with a softer healthcare sector.
• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Down -2.62% ($48.67). Struggled as rising oil prices ($61) weighed on airline sentiment.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Down -2.52% (15,675.00p). Faced significant pressure in the London session amid regulatory uncertainty.

Next: Today, the focus shifts to Producer Price Index (PPI) data at 8:30 AM ET.

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Hi there,

Overview: Wall Street overcame early morning jitters related to political pressure on the Federal Reserve. The major averages finished at new record closing highs, underpinned by a historic move in mega-cap tech. Alphabet became only the fourth U.S. company to cross the $4 trillion market cap threshold following its landmark AI partnership with Apple.

📈 Major Indices

• S&P 500: Gained +0.15%, closing at a new record high of 6,976.71.
• Nasdaq Composite: Rose +0.26%, closing at 23,733.90.
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Added +0.17%, closing at a record 49,590.19.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Rose slightly to 4.19%.
• Gold: Surged to a new all-time high of $4,610 per ounce.
• Silver: Jumped significantly to settle near $85.40 per ounce.
• WTI Crude Oil: Settled higher at $59.45 per barrel.

📊 Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +0.97% ($329.17). Finished at a record high, officially surpassing the $4 trillion valuation mark.
• STZ (Constellation Brands): Up +3.30% ($151.85). Outperformed the broader market significantly, rebounding from its recent laggard status.
• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Up +1.87% ($59.91). Hit a new peak as global demand for its weight-loss pill continues to drive institutional buying.
• DELL (Dell Technologies): Up +0.03% ($120.66). Finished the session virtually flat. Note: We are preparing to buy but remain disciplined, waiting for the current technical downtrend to definitively end first.
• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Down -0.33% ($25.40). Eased slightly as capital rotated toward higher-growth sectors.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Down -1.09% (15,905.00p). Faced some selling pressure in the London session, pulling back from its recent 16,000p+ levels.
• META (Meta Platforms): Down -1.70% ($641.97). A notable laggard as investors shifted funds into Alphabet and Nvidia following the Apple-Gemini news.
• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Down -2.62% ($48.67). Gave back its recent gains as the airline sector cooled.

Next Step: With JPMorgan and other major banks kicking off earnings season this morning, the Dow's path to 50,000 is the main story.

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Hi there,

As of Monday, January 12, 2026, the financial landscape is being dominated by a dramatic escalation in political risk and a historic surge in precious metals.

Below is the comprehensive market preview for the week.

🏛️ Macro & FX: The "Powell Subpoena" Shock

The biggest story of the week broke this morning: Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell revealed he has been threatened with criminal indictment by the Trump administration over a DOJ investigation into Fed renovation costs.

• Fed Independence: This has immediately revived "credibility risk." When markets perceive that a central bank is being bullied by the government, the currency typically suffers.
• The US Dollar (DXY): The Dollar is softening as traders price in a higher likelihood that the Fed will be forced to cut rates to appease political pressure rather than following economic data. The DXY is testing support at 97.50; a break below this could see a slide toward 96.50.
• The Euro (EUR/USD): The Euro is gaining ground, currently stabilizing between 1.15 and 1.20, with analysts projecting a move toward 1.25 by the end of Q1 if USD weakness persists.

⚱️ Metals: A Historic Breakout

Precious metals are acting as the primary "release valve" for the market's anxiety.

• Gold: Prices have blasted through previous resistance to hit a new all-time high above $4,600 (some projections are now eyeing $5,000). The move is driven by the Fed drama and escalating unrest in Iran.
• Silver: Currently in "panic buying" territory. Silver is coiling for a massive breakout, having recently touched $80–$90 per ounce. With a fifth consecutive year of structural supply deficits, technical analysts see an immediate resistance test at the $100 psychological level.
• Industrial Metals: Copper remains strong (+28% year-on-year) due to the relentless demand from AI infrastructure and green energy grids.

📈 Equities: Record Highs vs. Political Volatility

US stocks finished last week at record highs, but the mood has shifted to caution this morning.

• Current State: The S&P 500 and Dow entered the week at fresh peaks, while the Nasdaq is within 1.2% of its historic high.
• Sector Performance: Small-caps (Russell 2000) are significantly outperforming large-caps as investors rotate into value and domestic cyclicals.
• AI Pivot: A major shift is occurring in tech. Reports that Meta is pivoting toward Alphabet’s AI chips (TPUs) to challenge Nvidia's dominance has caused a divergence: Alphabet shares jumped 7%, while Nvidia and other chipmakers faced selling pressure.

🛢️ Commodities: Energy Surplus

In contrast to the rally in metals, energy remains fundamentally weak.

• Oil (WTI): Prices are struggling to stay near $60. A massive projected oil surplus for 2026—exacerbated by non-OPEC production growth—is keeping a lid on prices.
• Natural Gas: Prices continue to face losses due to unseasonably warm weather patterns and high inventory levels.

📅 The Week's Critical Data Points

• Tuesday (US CPI): The "make or break" report. Expectation is for 2.7% YoY. Anything higher will complicate the Fed's position amid the current political firestorm.
• Wednesday (China Trade/GDP): Will show if the world's second-largest economy is successfully weathering trade tensions.
• Thursday (UK GDP): Crucial for the Pound; early data suggests the UK economy may have stalled in late 2025.
• Friday (US Bank Earnings): Reports from JPMorgan and Wells Fargo will reveal how the financial sector is handling the shifting interest rate environment.

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Hi there,

Overview: US equity markets surged on Friday as a "Goldilocks" jobs report showed the economy added 66,000 jobs (better than the 60,000 forecast) and the unemployment rate unexpectedly dropped to 4.4%. This combination of resilience and cooling inflation pushed the major averages to new heights, with the Dow finishing just 496 points away from the 50,000 milestone.

📈 Major Indices

• S&P 500: Gained +0.65%, closing at a new record high of 6,966.28.
• Nasdaq Composite: Jumped +0.81%, closing at 23,671.35.
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Rose +0.48%, closing at a record 49,504.07.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Settled near 4.15%.
• US Dollar Index (DXY): Edged higher to 99.13.
• Gold: Advanced +1.3% to $4,515 per ounce (a new record).
• WTI Crude Oil: Advanced +1.8% to settle at $58.80 per barrel.

📊 Specific Stock Performance (Verified Closing Prices)

• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Up +2.86% ($49.98). A standout session following news of a massive order for 105 Boeing 737-10 jets and 5 Dreamliners.
• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +0.97% ($329.17). Finished at a new all-time high, officially overtaking Apple in market capitalization.
• META (Meta Platforms): Up +1.08% ($653.06). Strong recovery as mega-cap AI sentiment remains bullish.
• DELL (Dell Technologies): Up +1.79% ($120.62). Despite the bounce, we remain disciplined. We are preparing to buy but are waiting for the current technical downtrend to definitively end before entering.
• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Up +2.58% ($58.82). Reached a new peak on distribution optimism for its weight-loss pill.
• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Up +0.71% ($25.47). Caught a steady bid as the broader market rallied.
• STZ (Constellation Brands): Down -0.64% ($147.01). Laggard of the group as investors rotated away from defensive staples.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Up +0.85% (approx. 16,050p). Performed steadily in the London session.

Next: With the Dow now just a stone's throw from 50,000, next week's bank earnings will be the key catalyst.

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Hi there,

Overview: US equity markets finished mixed on Thursday. A massive $1.5 trillion military budget proposal from the Trump administration sparked a rally in defense stocks, lifting the Dow. However, the Nasdaq fell as investors pulled back from high-flying AI and semiconductor names, fearing that the recent rally had become overextended.

📈 Major Indices

• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Gained +0.55% (approx. 270 points), closing at 49,266.11.
• S&P 500: Finished almost flat, edging up +0.01% to 6,921.46.
• Nasdaq Composite: Declined -0.44%, closing at 23,480.02 due to tech sector weakness.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Slipped to 4.14% (from 4.17%), as soft labor market indicators boosted bond prices.
• US Dollar Index (DXY): Edged +0.1% higher to 98.69.
• Gold: Advanced +0.6% to $4,470 per ounce, benefiting from its safe-haven status.
• WTI Crude Oil: Pulled back -1.7% to settle at $56.15 per barrel following news of increased supply negotiations with Venezuela.

📊 Specific Stock Performance

• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +1.1% ($325.44). A strong performer yesterday, Alphabet overtook Apple in market cap to become the second-most valuable company in the world.
• DELL (Dell Technologies): Down -1.31% ($118.50). Note: We are closely monitoring Dell and are preparing to buy the stock, but we are currently waiting for the technical downtrend to end first. The stock has depreciated nearly 15% over the past month and remains below its 50-day and 200-day moving averages.
• META (Meta Platforms): Down -0.5%. Continued to face mild pressure as part of the broader rotation out of mega-cap tech.
• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Down -0.8%. Underperformed slightly as the industrial sector focused more on defense contractors than travel.
• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Up +0.3%. Caught a small bid as investors sought out stable, dividend-paying value stocks.
• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Up +0.2%. Remained relatively stable near its recent highs, consolidating after a strong start to the year.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Flat (16,610p). Erased early losses in the London session to finish essentially unchanged.
• STZ (Constellation Brands): Up +0.6%. Found some support as the consumer staples sector saw a modest recovery.

Next: All eyes are now on the December Non-Farm Payrolls report being released this morning. This will be the ultimate market mover for the week.

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Hi there,

Summary

Stephen Cox gave instructions on how members can access premium content, including recordings and trade details, and conducted a stock analysis of Dell, noting it is on the watch list, Stephen Cox suggested considering a dollar-cost averaging strategy. Stephen Cox detailed various investment strategies for Dell, including a long call strategy after Tom Walker inquired about it, and discussed trading and investing strategies for silver, gold, and copper, with Tom Walker also asking about copper. Stephen Cox gave an S\&P 500 market outlook, forecasting a 10% gain this year, and outlined a short put option strategy on SPY, including a discussion of low implied volatility, risk management scenarios after a question from Brendan O'Reilly 262626, and the rationale for using a shorter option expiry.

Details

• Accessing Premium Member Content Stephen Cox provided instructions for members to access member meeting recordings and trade details on the knowledge base of the website. They clarified that premium members have access to more content, and login is required to read all alerts, as some content might be restricted to lower membership levels (00:02:57). Recordings and trade information will be housed in a simplified spreadsheet with links to video and text recordings, and open trade articles will be continuously updated with management decisions (00:03:53).
• Dell Stock Analysis and Strategy Stephen Cox noted that Dell is on the watch list for long-term buy-and-hold investors, although they are not ready to buy yet due to an established short-term downtrend that needs to be broken (00:04:56). The main concern for the stock's recent fall is analysts' fear of squeezed margins, despite a significant backlog of orders for AI servers, due to the dramatically rising cost of memory chips (00:05:58). Stephen Vajda shared that they bought 300 shares of Dell the previous day, and Stephen Cox suggested applying a dollar-cost averaging strategy if the price drops further, although they prefer to wait for the technical downtrend to end (00:07:55).
• Dell Investment Strategies and Competitors Stephen Cox mentioned that for Dell, a simple buy-and-hold strategy is viable, or a long call strategy like a LEAP could be applied when the timing is right. They identified Dell's main competitors as HP and Super Micro Computer, noting that Dell appears to be more discounted at the moment (00:06:59). Tom Walker later asked for a review of the long call option strategy for Dell (00:42:28).
• Silver Trading Strategy Stephen Cox gave their take on silver, differentiating between trading and investing approaches. They stated that a trader would likely have sold yesterday or would sell today because the price failed to break through the previous high, while an investor would hold for the longer term (00:08:53). Stephen Cox predicted that if the trader's view prevails, silver could drop to around 65 before attacking the highs again, with a support level at 72 (00:09:57).
• Gold and Copper Market Analysis Stephen Cox noted that gold is different from silver; as both a trader and an investor, they are holding gold, anticipating an attack on the previous high after a small retracement. Regarding copper, which Tom Walker inquired about, Stephen Cox considered the recent creation of a new high to be a bullish sign (00:10:52). As a trader, they would wait for a retracement, possibly to the 558 level, before establishing a position, while they remain bullish on copper long-term due to expected supply shortages driven by EV and renewable energy demand (00:11:52).
• S\&P 500 Market Outlook Stephen Cox indicated that now is not the optimum time to sell put options on the S\&P 500 (00:12:57). They forecast a 10% gain for the S\&P 500 this year, barring unexpected geopolitical events or a significant rise in bond yields, and anticipate more frequent pullbacks this year than last, which would be the time to sell put options (00:14:08).
• S\&P 500 Put Option Strategy and Platforms Stephen Cox outlined the short put option strategy on SPY, choosing the $650 strike for a January 30th expiry, emphasizing that the trade is not ready to be placed yet due to weak premiums and low implied volatility (IV) (00:16:18). They explained that a 30% return on investment is the target for their challenge account using the IG index platform, which is tax-free in the UK and Ireland but unavailable in the US and some other geographies (00:15:13) (00:21:23). The Interactive Brokers (IBKR) platform is recommended for worldwide traders (00:16:18).
• Implied Volatility and Trade Timing Stephen Cox noted that the current IV rank for SPY is at five (on a scale of 0 to 100), indicating very low implied volatility, which results in weak option premiums (00:18:20). They are waiting for IV to increase before placing the first trade, though they recognize waiting for high IV (e.g., VIX closer to 20) might limit the number of trades placed throughout the year (00:19:25) (00:21:23). Brendan O'Reilly 262626 asked for the exact rule for trade timing, and Stephen Cox explained that while high IV is preferable, one could automate a blind strategy of placing a trade once a month (00:29:45).
• Risk Management and Loss Scenarios Brendan O'Reilly 262626 asked about loss scenarios and management of the short put trade (00:23:30). Stephen Cox clarified that back-testing shows straight wins 87% of the time, rolling out and down 6-7% of the time, and losses in the remaining 7% of cases, typically during significant market crashes like the dot-com bubble/9/11 and the financial crisis (00:25:38). The rule for the IG index platform is to roll out and down to a later expiry and lower strike if the S\&P drops to 6600 (from 6931), or exit the trade by walking away if the put option value gets up to three times the original premium taken in (00:26:40). For IBKR, a trader can choose to take assignment or roll out and down at 660, with more options like a repair strategy using call options available (00:27:46).
• Option Expiry and Theta Decay Brendan O'Reilly 262626 questioned the use of a shorter expiry than the usual five weeks (00:33:51). Stephen Cox explained that the optimum period for selling options is 30 to 45 days because the rate of decay of an option (Theta) increases dramatically closer to expiry, benefiting the seller. Stephen Cox's decision to target 12 monthly trades for the IG index challenge is why they are opting for shorter expiries, but for a personal IBKR account, they would advise sticking to the 30-45 day sweet spot (00:34:52).
• S\&P 500 Strike Selection and Comfort Stephen Cox re-emphasized selecting the 650 strike price for the short put on SPY, noting it is slightly more out-of-the-money than typical rules would dictate, to align the break-even point just below the previous support level in case of a market sell-off. They also highlighted that their risk management plan, which includes rolling out and down to the low 600s by the end of February if needed, provides comfort for placing the trade soon, even if premiums are currently low (00:41:26) (00:48:53).
• Long Call Option Strategy Details In response to Tom Walker's question, Stephen Cox detailed the long call option strategy for Dell, advising against placing it immediately. They recommend selecting an expiry greater than 90 days, ideally out to January 2027, and looking for a Delta of around 0.7 (00:43:38) (00:45:49). They clarified that this strategy controls the same number of shares for a quarter of the price compared to buying the shares outright, and explained that Delta indicates the contract's benefit per dollar increase in the stock price (00:44:41). They also briefly discussed the associated risks of a poor man's covered call strategy (00:46:50).

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Hi there,

Overview: Wall Street reached historic milestones on Tuesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above 49,000 for the first time ever, and the S&P 500 notched a new all-time record. While the "everything rally" extended to metals, the session was marked by a clear rotation, as energy and communication stocks lagged while data storage and software firms led the AI-driven charge.

📈 Major Indices

• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Rose +0.99% (approx. 485 points), setting a new all-time record close at 49,462.08.

• S&P 500: Climbed +0.62%, hitting a fresh all-time record of 6,944.82.

• Nasdaq Composite: Gained +0.65%, closing at 23,547.17.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Ticked slightly higher to 4.18%.

• US Dollar Index (DXY): Advanced +0.3% to 98.60.

• Gold: Rose +1.3% to trade near $4,510 per ounce.

• Silver: Surged another +6%, settling near $81.30.

• WTI Crude Oil: Pulled back after Monday's surge, falling to settle near $57.40 per barrel as the energy sector became the day's worst-performing group.

📊 Specific Stock Performance

• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Down -0.70% ($314.34). Dragged down as part of the broader weakness in the Communication Services sector.

• META (Meta Platforms): Down -0.28% ($660.62). One of the few laggards among mega-caps as investors rotated into other tech sub-sectors.
• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Down -2.39% ($50.73). Faced significant selling pressure, underperforming the broader industrial-led rally.

• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Up +1.03% ($25.43). Caught a steady bid, outperforming the market as value-oriented healthcare saw interest.

• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Up +2.09% ($56.26). Continued its strong momentum following recent FDA optimism.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Up +1.1% (approx. 16,720p). Performed well in London, tracking the global risk-on sentiment despite US-specific sector rotations.
• STZ (Constellation Brands): Up +0.8%. Participated in the broader market lift, managing to find some stability.

🏟️ The Road to 50,000: Dow Components Leading the Way

While the tech sector saw some rotation yesterday, several blue-chip giants are exhibiting the "relative strength" needed to bridge the remaining gap to 50,000.

1. The Industrial Powerhouses (Caterpillar & Boeing)

• Caterpillar (CAT): Has been a standout leader since the start of the year, surging over +4.5% in the first session of 2026. As a cyclical bellwether, its strength suggests institutional confidence in 2026 global growth.
• Boeing (BA): After a difficult 2025, Boeing has emerged as a top performer to start the year, gaining nearly +5% recently. Its heavy weighting in the price-weighted Dow makes it one of the most influential drivers for the index reaching 50k.

2. The Energy Catalyst (Chevron)

• Chevron (CVX): Following the weekend’s geopolitical developments in Venezuela, Chevron surged +5.1% yesterday. With the energy sector shifting from a laggard to a leader, CVX is providing the "heavy lifting" needed to keep the Dow at record levels.

3. Financial Strength (Goldman Sachs & JPMorgan)

• Goldman Sachs (GS): The investment banking giant rose nearly +4% to kick off the week. Financials are benefiting from a stabilizing yield curve and a surge in M&A optimism for the new year.
• JPMorgan Chase (JPM): Continues to hold near all-time highs, acting as a "pillar of stability" for the index.

4. High-Growth Tech Components (Amazon & Microsoft)

• Amazon (AMZN): While some tech lagged, Amazon bucked the trend yesterday with a +3.3% gain. Its cloud (AWS) and retail strength make it a vital engine for the Dow’s next leg higher.
• Microsoft (MSFT): Despite minor intra-day volatility, Microsoft finished up +1.2% yesterday. Along with Nvidia, it remains the primary driver of the "AI tailwind" for the blue-chip index.

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Hi there,

Wall Street surged on Monday as the first full week of trading for 2026 began with a massive "risk-on" move. Geopolitical headlines regarding the U.S. military's capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro over the weekend dominated sentiment. This sparked a huge rally in the energy sector, while tech stocks recovered from a sluggish start to the year.

📈 Major Indices

• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Rose +1.2% (approx. 600 points), setting a new all-time record close at 48,982.
• Nasdaq Composite: Gained +0.7%, snapping a five-session losing streak as tech giants caught a bid.
• S&P 500: Climbed +0.6%, supported by a broad-based rally across energy and industrials.

🏛️ Bonds, FX & Commodities

• US 10-Year Yield: Fell to 4.16% (from Friday's 4.19%), reflecting a "bull-flattening" of the yield curve as inflation expectations eased.
• US Dollar Index (DXY): Slipped slightly to 98.28.
• Gold: Jumped nearly 3% to $4,450 per ounce, benefiting from geopolitical uncertainty.
• Silver: Surged over 6% to settle near $75.90, continuing its parabolic run.
• WTI Crude Oil: Rose +1.9% to settle at $58.40 per barrel, led by hopes of a revival in the Venezuelan energy sector under new leadership.

📊 Specific Stock Performance

• NVO (Novo Nordisk ADR): Up +8.5% ($55.21). A standout performer, NVO soared as healthcare investors moved aggressively back into weight-loss leaders for the new year.
• META (Meta Platforms): Up +1.1%. Recovered from Friday's slump, tracking the broader tech rebound.
• GOOGL (Alphabet Inc.): Up +1.5%. Gained alongside the mega-cap tech cohort as sentiment improved.
• ALK (Alaska Air Group): Up +1.8%. Benefited from the general "soft landing" optimism and a lift in travel-related sentiment.
• FLTR.L (Flutter Entertainment): Up +1.4%. Performed well in the London session, buoyed by the global shift toward risk assets.
• PFE (Pfizer Inc.): Up +0.9%. Caught a modest bid as some value-oriented rotation persisted.
• STZ (Constellation Brands): Up +0.5%. Managed to break its losing streak, though it continues to lag behind the high-growth tech and energy sectors.

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• All Other Members: Strategy calls can be scheduled at a rate of €100 per half hour.

Happy Investing

Share Navigator Support

www.sharenavigator.ie

Hi there,

As we move into the 2026 trading year, we are excited to launch a new live strategy demonstration: The US 500 Strategic Yield Challenge.

The Mission

We are managing a €10,000 demo account with the objective of achieving a 30% ROI by year-end. This showcases a high-probability, "stress-free" option strategy requiring just 12 to 20 trades for the entire year.

How you can follow along:

• WhatsApp Alerts: We will notify the group whenever a trade is placed.
• Member Portal: Log in to your Share Navigator account to view the News Alert for the exact trade specifications and management plan. We will provide an update each day on the trade and any action we may take until the trade is closed.
• Tax Efficiency: We’ll be highlighting how UK and ROI residents can benefit from tax-free gains using IG Index.

Help your friends get started (60% Off!) We want to help more people take control of their financial education this year. Our 60% discount on mentoring is ending shortly, and we would love for your friends or family to join the challenge alongside you.

The best way for them to start? Have them book a call with me directly. I will walk them through the strategy and show them how the challenge works.

Please share this link with them: 👉

Please note: This is an educational exercise using a demo account. Share Navigator does not provide financial advice.

Happy Investing

Share Navigator Support

www.sharenavigator.ie