2023 Algo Trading Conference – Introducing Scott Welsh

In 2020, Scott finished 2nd in the World Cup Trading Championships in the Forex division with a staggering +74.5% profit using an automated trading strategy. He is also the author of two books on trading, including “The Legend of Purple Valley: An Incredible Trading Journey” and “The Inevitability of Becoming Rich”.

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Financial Markets React to Moody’s U.S. Credit Outlook Downgrade


Navigating Turbulence in Market Sentiment and Economic Indicators

Moody's downgrade of the U.S. credit rating outlook prompts marginal declines in Sunday night's U.S. stock futures. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures dip by 0.1%, and S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures both shed 0.2%. Moody's attributes the downgrade to "very large" fiscal deficits and political gridlock, highlighting the importance of effective fiscal policies.

How are financial markets responding to Moody's recent U.S. credit rating outlook downgrade, and what factors are shaping investor sentiment in the face of evolving economic indicators?

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Gold Price Dynamics Ahead of FOMC Meeting


Analyzing the Gold Price Surge and its Link to the FOMC Meeting.

The price of spot gold achieved a significant milestone, surpassing the noteworthy level of US$2,000 per ounce last Friday. This development has been closely observed by investors and analysts alike, particularly in anticipation of the upcoming Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting scheduled for this week, set to conclude on Wednesday.

What factors have contributed to the recent surge in the spot gold price?

How might the FOMC meeting, specifically the statements from Fed Chair Jerome Powell, impact the price of gold and the broader financial landscape?

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Risk Management in Trade View X

In this episode, we’ll show you multiple ways to calculate and manage risk using the Trade View X platform. You’ll see a number of traders running algos successfully on the insights page of our website & in X-Social and that’s why it’s a great time to discuss risk management, so you can do everything you can to keep those results you deserve.

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Challenges Facing U.S. Stock Markets Amid Rising Yields and Geopolitical Tensions


S&P 500 Confronts Geopolitical Uncertainties and Surging Yields.

The Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500 experienced a notable downturn in the past week, approaching multi-month lows, primarily in response to the surge in U.S. yields and escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The ongoing earnings season, which has recently commenced, has yielded mixed results, with banks and technology companies reporting satisfactory performances but failing to stimulate an upward trajectory in stock prices.

Given the rising yields and prevailing geopolitical uncertainties, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 face a formidable challenge in maintaining their stability. To invigorate market sentiment and bolster confidence, Corporate America must produce robust results for the third quarter, ideally surpassing Wall Street's expectations.

What are the primary factors contributing to the recent downturn in the Nasdaq 100 and S&P 500, including their sensitivity to rising U.S. yields and escalating Middle East conflicts?

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What is the RBA’s next move?


Unprecedented Australian Dollar Sales Raise Questions About Economic Uncertainty and RBA's Next Move.

Global data reveals record Australian dollar sales in the past week. What factors are driving this unprecedented move, and how will the Reserve Bank of Australia's possible rate cut impact the currency's future?

Are big global investors ditching the Australian dollar amidst economic uncertainties?

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