SPY 628 – Compression Before Expansion | VolanX Protocol Engaged🧠 SPY 628 – Compression Before Expansion | VolanX Protocol Engaged
📅 July 17, 2025
🔍 SPY (S&P 500 ETF Trust) | 1D Chart
📍 Current Price: 628.04
📈 Chart Thesis by: WaverVanir International LLC
🔗 Powered by VolanX Protocol
🌐 Macro Overview:
The market stands at a critical inflection point, with bulls and bears both pressing their narrative:
The Fed is expected to cut rates in September, with soft CPI and decelerating labor trends justifying a pivot.
Earnings season is bifurcated: Mega-cap tech is leading, while cyclicals are faltering. This raises the risk of a short-term rally masking deeper fragility.
Global macro risks – including rising geopolitical stress in the Asia-Pacific region and commodity volatility – increase the odds of a tail event.
📊 Technical Outlook:
SPY is now hugging a major supply zone near 628 with price stalling for multiple sessions. This area marks a compressed equilibrium where volatility is likely to expand soon. Key technicals:
Rejection candles suggest seller presence near 630.
Price is overextended but remains above all major EMAs.
Breakdown zone sits at 565, which aligns with prior resistance and a major volume shelf.
No current bearish divergence on RSI or MACD, but momentum is flat.
🎯 VolanX Probabilistic Bias:
The system currently anticipates three paths:
Bullish breakout toward 660–675 if the Fed confirms a dovish stance and tech continues to lead.
Neutral grind in the 600–615 zone if macro remains balanced and earnings don’t surprise.
Bearish breakdown to 565 or lower if macro stress emerges or dollar strength accelerates.
🛠️ Options Strategy Highlights:
Bullish Trade Idea: Buy 630C / Sell 660C (30–45 DTE) – Low cost, targets breakout above resistance.
Bearish Trade Idea: Buy 620P / Sell 565P – High R/R play into macro unwind.
Both are defined-risk strategies, ideal in volatile inflection zones like this.
⚠️ VolanX Note:
This is a classic binary event structure forming under institutional watch. DSS scans show compression is now mature. Whichever side confirms will likely trigger a large move, not a drift.
Let the narrative confirm the signal.
⚠️ This post is for informational and educational use only. Not financial advice.
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ETF market
Chart Pattern Analysis Of YINN
From K1 to K5,
It is a small scale consolidation or a bullish triangle pattern.
The supply pressure is decreasing too.
It seems that K6 or K7 will break up or fall down.
If the following candles close upon K3 or K4,
It is likely that another bull run will start here to test 77USD area.
On the other hand,
If the following candles close below the neck line,
The risk will sharply increase.
Long-41.6/Stop-39.9/Target-77
XRPT- Hope high can its go?So this ETF is Double Leveraged on the price movement from XRP(Crypto). For me this means that it doesn’t fit my normal trading /investment style of buy and hold.Had to go to Chat GPT to help me out with this play.
I used Fib Retrace to get an idea of pricing that the equity could potentially reach. These key areas are highlighted in green boxes.
Here its suggestion which makes sense to me.
Trading XRPT (the 2x leveraged XRP ETF from 21Shares) requires a slightly different approach than a regular spot ETF — due to its daily leverage reset, higher volatility, and decay risk over time.
Here’s how I suggest you trade it, JP:
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🧭 1. Know What You’re Trading
• XRPT = 2x Daily Exposure to XRP
• Aims to return 2x the daily price movement of XRP, not over weeks or months.
• NOT for long-term holding
• Due to volatility drag and compounding effects, it can underperform XRP over time even if XRP trends upward.
• Great for short-term swing trades, momentum plays, or technical breakouts.
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🧠 2. Use These Rules to Trade XRPT Effectively
✅ ENTRY STRATEGY
• Use 4H or Daily Wyckoff Analysis on XRP/USD (not XRPT) to gauge trend.
• Only trade XRPT when XRP is in:
• Phase C spring (reversal setup)
• Phase D markup (confirmed breakout)
• Watch ETH/BTC and BTC dominance as extra confirmation (alt season indicator).
Component
Strategy
Timeframe
1–10 days swing (max), or intraday momentum
Entry Trigger
Breakout from triangle / range on XRP chart, not XRPT
Stop Loss
7–12% under entry (wider than normal due to leverage)
Target Zones
+15% to +30% depending on structure
Position Size
Smaller than usual — start with ½ or ⅓ of normal size
Exit Trigger
RSI overbought on 4H/daily or reversal candle on XRP
🚨 RISK MANAGEMENT FOR XRPT
• Don’t hold during chop – consolidation kills leverage
• Don’t hold during corrections – 2x loss = faster drawdown
• Set hard stops — this isn’t one to “just watch”
• No overnight holds unless it’s a clear uptrend with volume
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📌 3. Example Trade Setup (Fictional)
• XRP breaks out of an ascending triangle at $0.52
• You see strong RSI + Volume
• Target: $0.58–$0.62
• You enter XRPT around $10.00
• Stop loss around $9.10
• Sell at $11.50–$12.00 for 15–20% gain
GLD potential break downWe could be experiencing a break down on GLD based on capital outflows, going into riskier markets. If this larger time frame range break down holds, and we get continuation lower on downside momentum, we get a measured move target of May's low. Will be watching to see if the breakdown is a bear trap first. If it is not a bear trap, I will buy OTM Jan 26 puts. Targeting May's low
SOXL — Buying on a Strong Uptrend with 30%+ Profit PotentialDirexion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (SOXL) continues to move in a clear uptrend after breaking long-term resistance. Price is consolidating above the breakout level, indicating sustained interest from major market participants.
Long positions remain valid.
Profit targets:
First target — 39.85
Second target — 60.42
The setup offers over 30 percent profit potential. The semiconductor sector continues to lead the broader market higher.
Focus on trading with the trend. Adding on pullbacks is reasonable with proper risk management in place.
Is it too late to enter China market now ?www.cnbc.com With articles like this, suddenly all those who claims China market was "uninvestable"are sitting up and taking a closer look at this market again.
For those who have followed me, please refer to my past posts on HSI and FXI and various Chinese companies, most listed in HK but some in China as well.
The one sector that I remain bearish is the property market and I have no short to mid term plans to enter into it. There are however many interesting sectors , especially pharmaceutical, healthcare related stocks that I am interested to explore.
Buying into an ETF like FXI gives you a broader exposure to the blue chips companies that are financially stable and diversify into different sectors like automotive, IT, e-commerce, consumer staples, healthcare ,etc. Then, if you are still interested in China related stocks, you can dive into individual company and invest as well. Higher risk higher returns.
As usual, please DYODD
Nightly $SPY / $SPX Scenarios for July 17, 2025🔮 Nightly AMEX:SPY / SP:SPX Scenarios for July 17, 2025 🔮
🌍 Market-Moving News 🌍
🇮🇳 India–U.S. Inflation Divergence Dampens Dollar
India’s June retail inflation tumbled to a six-year low, while U.S. CPI hit its fastest pace since February—driven by tariff effects. This divergence is weakening the U.S. dollar against the rupee, pushing down dollar‑rupee forward premiums
📜 Treasury to Ramp Up T-Bill Issuance
Following the recent debt-ceiling increase, the U.S. Treasury plans to issue over $1 trillion in T-bills over the next 18 months. Money-market funds, flush with cash, are expected to absorb the supply, which could influence short-dated yields
💱 Dollar Eases Amid Fed-Related Volatility
Headline news that President Trump “highly unlikely” to fire Fed Chair Powell, coupled with stable PPI data, calmed markets. The dollar dipped slightly after earlier turmoil, while gold and bonds saw modest gains
📊 Key Data Releases & Events 📊
📅 Thursday, July 17:
(No major U.S. economic releases)
Markets will track T-bill issuance plans, dollar forward dynamics, and statements from the Treasury and Fed regarding debt and rate strategy.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This is for educational purposes only—not financial advice. Consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
📌 #trading #stockmarket #economy #dollar #tbills #inflation #Fed #technicalanalysis
$SMH / $QQQ: Ratio below ATH; Still more room for upside It’s the semis which are the hallmark of a cyclical bull market. It is always the Semis which indicate the start of a bull market and the first to fold over towards the end of a cyclical bull market. Hence the outperformance of Semis as a momentum sector is important from a symbolism perspective and from a market indicator perspective.
When the semis outperform the NASDAQ100 we have momentous bull markets. Today we looked at the ratio chart between NASDAQ:SMH vs $QQQ. This measures the relative outperformance or the underperformance of Semis over the broader NASDAQ100.
This ratio of NASDAQ:SMH / NASDAQ:QQQ touched its ATH on June 2024. Since then, the Semis lost momentum with NASDAQ:NVDA and NASDAQ:AVGO going sideways for a year. Now the momentum is on the side of Semis. Even if the NASDAQ:SMH is at 287 $ and at ATH with price is at its 2.618 Fib Retracement level, still the NASDAQ:SMH / NASDAQ:QQQ is not at its ATH. The ratio is currently @ 0.5. Before we hit 0.56 in the ratio chart just like last June 2024, SMH must outperform the NASDAQ100. If that must happen what should be the price of NASDAQ:SMH ? My prediction is the ratio NASDAQ:SMH / NASDAQ:QQQ tops @ 0.56 and NASDAQ:SMH goes to 400$ this year.
Verdict: Long NASDAQ:SMH over $QQQ. NASDAQ:SMH / NASDAQ:QQQ tops 0.56. NASDAQ:SMH price target 400$.
UVIX marching on (VIX proxy)Very nice spike this morning, that's typically a sign that there's more volatility in the works. Remember that we are at record lows on the VIX and that doesn't stay in this region for a long time. Add the Alpha VIX indicator to help you get an entry. The economy is brittle and staying focused on the VIX is a very nice play!
Best of luck and DM if you have any questions.....
SPY (SP-500) - Rising WedgeYesterday we had a breakdown of the rising wedge on SPY. I draw out some important levels to look out for coming days/weeks. The trendline since april has also been broken. ICEUS:DXY is breaking out to which is increasing the risks for a "Risk off" scenario in tech stocks and crypto.
Nothing here should be interpreted as financial advise. Always do your own research and decisions.
TLT ShortTLT 1H Technical Analysis
📈 Outlook:
The current setup suggests a bearish continuation scenario:
A corrective move toward the 85.20–85.60 supply.
Rejection from this area confirms continuation of the downtrend.
Target: 83.20–83.60, where resting liquidity and untested demand reside.
This sequence follows a classic liquidity sweep + supply mitigation + continuation pattern. Unless price breaks convincingly above 85.80, the bearish outlook remains intact.
🔼 Supply Zones (Bearish Liquidity Layers):
Primary Zone: 85.20–85.60
This is the most immediate area of interest, aligning closely with the 50% equilibrium level of the last bearish impulse (~85.84). Price is likely to reject from here as it also coincides with a previously unmitigated supply block and market inefficiency.
Stacked Supply Above: 86.40–88.00
Should price break the lower supply, these zones will come into play. However, the current structure suggests strong probability of rejection before reaching these levels.
🔽 Demand Zones (Target Areas):
First Demand: 83.20–83.60
This is your marked initial downside target. It represents the next logical draw on liquidity and aligns with prior accumulation and support structure. It’s likely to act as a temporary reaction zone or the next entry point for accumulation.
Deeper Demand Zone: 82.40–82.80
Marked by your secondary border, this range offers higher time-frame confluence and could act as the final sweep zone if the 83s fail to hold.
SPY/QQQ Plan Your Trade Special Update : BUCKLE UPThis video is a special update for all TradingView members. I felt I needed to share this information and present the case that I believe poses the most significant risk to your financial future - and it's happening right now.
Several weeks ago, I identified a very unique mirror setup in the SPY and kept an eye on how it was playing out. I needed to see confirmation of this setup before I could say it had any real likelihood of playing out as I expected.
As of today, I'm suggesting that we now have excellent confirmation that the US/Global markets are about to enter a deep consolidation phase, lasting through the rest of 2025 and possibly into 2026 and early 2027.
The interesting thing about this price pattern/structure is that it is almost exactly the same as the 2003-2007 structure, which I believe is the origin of this mirror setup. Almost down to the exact type of price bars/patterns I'm seeing.
Many of you are already aware that I've been calling for a critical low cycle in the SPY on July 18 for many months. What you may not realize is that the pattern is based on Weekly price data. The July 18 cycle low can have a span of +/- 1-3 weeks related to when and how the cycle low pattern plays out.
Watch this video. If you have any questions, message me or comment.
I'm still here, doing my best to identify and unlock the secrets of price action and to help as many traders as I can.
Price is the Ultimate Indicator.
Get some.
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Is it time to short Tesla? If so TSLQ might be of interest.Tesla's ongoing turbulence is getting harder and harder to ignore even amongst some of the permabulls. Notably, Wedbush Securities' Dan Ives, a long-time Tesla bull, recently slashed his 12-month price target by a whopping 43% reduction noting concerns over CEO Elon Musk's political entanglements and the impact of new tariffs under President Trump's administration.
If you think TESLA is likely to keep going down, you might want to consider NASDAQ:TSLQ a leveraged short position. TSLQ aims to deliver twice the inverse (-200%) of Tesla's daily performance.
Its important though to understand that these types of leveraged trades are really only meant to be shorter term and if the stock starts to go up, then you will be losing at 2x the rate as well. Overtime, any wiggle up and down tends to work against you - even if the stock continues to go down.
Definitely not trading advice, but something I was asked about today, and the current climate doesn't look overly positive for Tesla or Elon.
TSLA article: finance.yahoo.com
TSLQ info: www.tradretfs.com
Nightly $SPY / $SPX Scenarios for July 16, 2025 🔮 Nightly AMEX:SPY / SP:SPX Scenarios for July 16, 2025 🔮
🌍 Market-Moving News 🌍
📈 Record Bullish Sentiment Signals Rotation
Bank of America reports the most bullish fund-manager sentiment since February. With 81% expecting one or two Fed rate cuts this year, the group sees a rotation strategy replacing outright selling, with investors tipping toward sector shifts over wholesale exits
⚠️ Trump’s Fed Attacks Stir Policy Concerns
President Trump’s public criticism of Fed Chair Powell—calling for steep rate cuts and threatening removal—has raised market alarms over the central bank’s independence. Analysts warn such interference could destabilize confidence in U.S. monetary policy
🏦 Banks Prepare for Earnings Surge
Major U.S. banks are expected to report strong Q2 results this week. Enhanced trading and investment banking revenues are forecasted to offset economic uncertainties tied to tariffs
📡 Nvidia CEO to Visit Beijing
Jensen Huang is set to hold a high-profile media briefing in Beijing on July 16, signaling continued emphasis on China for Nvidia despite U.S. export restrictions—potentially a key narrative for tech markets
📊 Key Data Releases & Events 📊
📅 Wednesday, July 16:
8:30 AM ET – Producer Price Index (June)
Gauges wholesale inflation pressures; June expected +0.2% MoM vs May’s +0.1%
9:15 AM ET – Industrial Production & Capacity Utilization (June)
Monitors factory and utilities output and usage rates—key for industrial-sector health
Jensen Huang in Beijing
Nvidia CEO to lead media briefing in Beijing—a potential market mover for chipmaking and AI sectors
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This info is for educational purposes only—not financial advice. Consult a licensed professional before making investment decisions.
📌 #trading #stockmarket #inflation #Fed #tech #industrial #PPI