Author: Silas W

As we begin 2026, Wall Street is remarkably optimistic. The S&P 500 has momentum from three years of bull market gains, driven by excitement around AI and the belief that the economy will achieve a “soft landing” (slowing inflation without a recession). But here’s the warning sign: A recent Bloomberg survey found that…

SMT divergence is a way of comparing related markets to spot subtle shifts in momentum that price alone can hide. Instead of focusing on indicators or single charts, it looks at how correlated instruments behave relative to each other at key highs and lows. When those relationships break down, it can reveal useful information about…

A pin bar candle is one of those patterns traders talk about a lot, but often without much precision. Used properly, it can offer clues about rejected price levels and shifting control between buyers and sellers. This article breaks down what a pin bar candle actually represents, how traders identify pin bars, and how traders…

Zain Vawda Market Analyst Zain is an experienced financial markets analyst and educator with a rich tapestry of experience in the world of retail forex, economics, and market analysis. Initially starting out in a sales and business development role, his passion for economics and technical analysis propelled him towards a career as an analyst. He…

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