, August 08, 2026

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Sardonic takes on the headlines. No chart left unread.

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  Jul 10, 2026

Fed Chairman Forms Committee to Investigate Itself

Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh on Thursday released names of the experts who will comprise five task forces to examine the institution's operations....

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  Jul 10, 2026

Kalshi Traders Predict the Future Using a Gas Station Sign

Odds that gas prices are above $3.50 on Election Day have jumped to 75% on the platform....

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  Jul 10, 2026

Gold Down 13% and Retail Traders Discover Hedges Can Move

Gold futures tumbled more than 13% in the second quarter – its worst since 2013. That isn't necessarily your cue to dump the metal from your portfolio, though....

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  Jul 09, 2026

Single Trade in QQQ Becomes Everyone's Entire Personality

Tech bulls may not have to wait much longer for fresh highs, if the single-biggest trade in the Invesco QQQ Trust ETF on Thursday is any indication....

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  Jul 09, 2026

Mediators Beg Traders to Stop Confusing Charts With Geopolitics

Oil prices turned lower on Thursday after the U.S. carried out fresh strikes on Iran, renewing concerns about supply disruptions in the Middle East....

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  Jul 09, 2026

Coin Flip Predicts Monetary Policy, Nation Celebrates Efficiency

Wednesday's Fed minutes showed a divided outlook on where interest rates are headed this year. Traders on Kalshi see a 54% likelihood of a hike before 2027....

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