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Stephen Miran predicts falling home prices will drive down inflation, aided by negative migration trends. He expects economic growth to continue but warns that restrictive policies may hurt job markets. – vtmarketsmy.com

Tech stocks are driving market performance, with AMD and Oracle rising while Micron falls. Investors eye Tesla’s growth, and diverse sector strategies, such as options trading, can capture emerging trends. – vtmarketsmy.com

Stephen Miran predicts 50 basis point cuts at each Fed meeting, which could boost tech stocks and pressure the US dollar. Watch for volatility and strategic trading opportunities ahead. – vtmarketsmy.com

The Nasdaq hit record highs, fueled by gains in Apple and Tesla, but chipmakers like Micron declined, signaling a divide in the tech sector. Trader strategies abound in this volatile market. – vtmarketsmy.com

US stock futures point to a positive market opening, but Intel shares drop 1% after the government reveals a stake. Trading opportunities arise in semiconductors and index options amidst volatility. – vtmarketsmy.com

NVIDIA’s stock shows a pattern of smaller actual moves compared to implied volatility, suggesting a range-bound trading strategy. Key levels and geopolitical tensions influence investment decisions. Consider covered calls near resistance. – vtmarketsmy.com

Trump and Xi’s phone call on the TikTok deal hints at improving U.S.-China relations, likely boosting markets. Traders may profit by buying options on Chinese ETFs and U.S. companies linked to China. – vtmarketsmy.com

The SEC may switch corporate earnings reporting from quarterly to semi-annual, prompted by Trump’s request. This could boost volatility and force traders to adapt to longer risk periods between reports. – vtmarketsmy.com

Canadian retail sales dropped 0.8% in July 2025, missing expectations. Widespread declines indicate consumer weakness, impacting the economy and prompting the Bank of Canada to consider rate cuts for 2026. – vtmarketsmy.com

Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari sees temporary tariff impacts on inflation, hinting at possible rate cuts. With cooling inflation and a softening labor market, markets may thrive on lower rates soon. – vtmarketsmy.com