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Opening Bell: U.S. Futures, Europe Advance As Markets Await Interest Rate Hikes

By Pinchas Cohen/Investing.comMarket OverviewJul 19, 2022 07:04AM ET
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Opening Bell: U.S. Futures, Europe Advance As Markets Await Interest Rate Hikes
By Pinchas Cohen/Investing.com   |  Jul 19, 2022 07:04AM ET
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  • Markets expect US Fed to hike rates 75 basis points
  • Dollar slides
  • Oil slips on recession concerns

On Tuesday, futures on the Dow, S&P, NASDAQ, and Russell 2000 moved higher, along with European stocks which recovered after opening in the red on recession fears.

The STOXX 600 Index opened 0.3% lower as the ongoing energy crisis in Europe reduced the outlook for economic growth. However, the index recovered as Energy sector and Utilities climbed after shares in Électricité de France (EPA:EDF) surged over 50%, following the news that the French government will pay 12 euros per share to nationalize the nuclear energy provider.

The S&P 500 lost 0.84% of its value yesterday after Apple (NASDAQ:AAPL) announced plans to slow hiring, another sign that high US inflation is slowing growth. The news ties in nicely with the technicals.

Apple Index Daily
Apple Index Daily

The stock found resistance below the neckline of a top for the second time since June 1. Considering how close the price is to resistance, I consider this an ideal short entry, with an implied target of $125, but the price has to break first the June 16 low's support.

The 10-2 year Treasury yield curve remains inverted.

10-2 year Treasury Yield Weekly
10-2 year Treasury Yield Weekly

It is pricing in a second consecutive 75 basis point interest rate hike at the July 26-27 FOMC meeting.

The dollar fell for the third straight day after extending far above its trendline.

Dollar Index Daily
Dollar Index Daily

A return to a trend line may offer a buying opportunity along the uptrend. Each rising trend line will provide another risk grade, with the closest being aggressive and the flattest one being conservative.

Gold was flat, which is surprising considering the greenback is falling, and the market narrative that investors are nervous. Perhaps, investors earmarked capital to bonds, and maybe technicals are weighing on the yellow metal.

Gold Monthly
Gold Monthly

On the monthly chart the price is the lowest since the March 2020 crash. It may be topping out, which could send gold crashing.

Bitcoin fell, paring about almost a third of yesterday's 8% advance, its biggest hike since June 19.

Bitcoin Weekly
Bitcoin Weekly

After completing a gigantic top, the cryptocurrency found resistance at the top of a short-term rising channel, a Return Move. According to the principles of technical analysis, Bitcoin should crash, which I have been forecasting since the start of this year.

Oil opened lower, ending a four-day advance which saw it hit $100 on tight supply concerns and a weakening dollar. Nevertheless, the black gold fizzled, perhaps on the technicals, reinforcing the recession story.

Oil Daily
Oil Daily

The price cannot climb above the triangular pattern, cementing its resistance. I expect oil to fall into the $60s. 

Up Ahead

Disclaimer: The author currently does not own any of the securities mentioned in this article.

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Filippo Bulgarini d Elci
Filippo Bulgarini d Elci Jul 19, 2022 9:34AM ET
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"According to the principles of technical analysis, Bitcoin should crash, which I have been forecasting since the start of this year..." lol pathetic!!!
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Pinchas Cohen Jul 19, 2022 9:34AM ET
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Yes, I understand your counterargument.
Arda Erkoçak
Arda Erkoçak Jul 19, 2022 9:34AM ET
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I think there is inverse correlation between having sharp statements( like pathetic ) and knowledge level. Within the given data set making analysis always includes probabilities. If you take position everytime to high possibilities, then at the end you can get some sustainable profits, probability theory wise it is expected value or return term. Anyway I don't know why I write this guy btw lol. Pinchas you are so respectful lol for this guy.
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Arda Erkoçak  Thanks, Arda. Ironically, I received this kind of ridicule when I forecasted BTC will crash from 42K, and it's been halved since, and I'm still getting the same ridicule, and I included a link to show my forecast since January!
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Arda Erkoçak Jul 19, 2022 9:34AM ET
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can we talk about current BTC levels breakout pennant? even if it makes short term 30k in potential breakout, I have long term downtrend expectations.
Pinchas Cohen
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Arda Erkoçak  As I wrote in Sunday's Week Ahead: "it's been a month, and BTC has not provided a downside breakout to what could have been a bearish flag. At this point, I will disregard this congestion and revert back to my overall, long-term bearish call, starting from January."
Filippo Bulgarini d Elci
Filippo Bulgarini d Elci Jul 19, 2022 9:30AM ET
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Good call Pinchas tu madreeee! "Chart Of The Day: Ethereum Could Be Heading To $200" https://www.investing.com/analysis/chart-of-the-day-ethereum-could-be-heading-to-200-200626993
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Brad Park Jul 19, 2022 9:05AM ET
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Why dont you say more on how ETH will hit $200. Inverse Pinchas never lies!
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Nick Burns Jul 19, 2022 8:58AM ET
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come on turn around Tuesdays
Jack Peterson
Jack Peterson Jul 19, 2022 7:59AM ET
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Thank you for the insight… bitcoin has been on a confusing journey, I agree with you that a correction is coming, but it’s holding on..what are your thoughts???
Pinchas Cohen
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You're welcome, Jack. The main trend is downward. Depending on your strategy and risk aversion you can play the short term. Look me up on social networks for a simple chart.
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G D Jul 19, 2022 7:16AM ET
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Thoughts on whether 75bp will be enough to calm the markets and inflation short term? Also do you personally think gold could be underpriced with too much attention on bonds?
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Hey G D, I'm not an economist. However, based on my readings, I'm under the impression this could be just the beginning. About gold, I too don't know. There are multiple factors, each of which could change. Meanwhile, I'm watching the $1,670 level like a hawk. It could go either way. Gold could bounce off that level, and retest the $2000's, or if it falls below, it could toward the 2018 lows.
 
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