1/ Markets were expecting 25bps hike, likely some hawkish guidance to get back some credibility (good luck!), higher dot plot to meet the market pricing and QT guidance. Well we got the higher dots...
2/ Markets however decided that confirmation of hiking at every meeting this year was reason to be concerned, given just how bad the FED have been at predicting inflation dynamics. Hike probabilities for this year actually came down. Sell the news!
3/ This dovish move in short rates after the presser along with 5s10s inverting triggered "risk on" across asset classes with DXY lower, stocks, gold and crypto higher.
4/ USDJPY recent breakout on Kuroda ruling out hikes this week. This could have some legs as CB policies diverge so dramatically.
5/ The unstoppable trend of yield curve flattening continued with 2s10s flatter by 5bps to 25 bps. Not much wiggle room before we see an inversion which many will call a recession signal.
6/ These type of whipsaw moves on FOMC day are quite normal and often it's more about positioning than the actual fundamentals. Overall, Powell confirmed stagflation risk is high, market decided to rally. Lower growth, higher inflation, not a great combination.
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0/ All eyes seem to be on the BTC coil formation and what effects, if any, tomorrow’s FOMC will bring for crypto markets.
Stay prepared with this week’s crypto roundup 🧵👇
1/ After a brief pop to 42500 on lighter regulation from Biden administration, #BTC faded once again in line with risk sentiment forming a tight range between 37000 and 42500. This triangle formation look set to break soon, likely on FOMC tomorrow, question is which way?
2/ ETH/BTC cross rate seems to be carving out a bottom over last 2 months. Still nothing to get excited about until downtrend resistance broken around 0.07, but if we get a positive catalyst then this has major upside potential.
0/ While the market remains headline sensitive to geopolitical news. Rate hikes and OPEX are likely to be the driver of price action this week.
Get prepared with our first 🧵of the week 👇
1/ SPX broke 4280 support last week and has reset it's range lower to 4150/4325. We see strong support at 4050 which is achievable if Powell delivers a hawkish message to already nervous markets. Otherwise squeeze risk is high on any positive headlines from Russia.
2/ VIX was floored around 29 last week as markets remained in short gamma territory and intraday vol was around 2.5% per day (14d ATR). There may be some vol reset post FOMC that can help fuel some buying as vols drift lower and delta charm brings futures buyers.
0/ Next week’s FOMC meeting seems to be on set path to our first rate hike despite talks of slowing growth and headwinds from Russia/Ukraine - get caught up on how FX, bonds, and rates are shaping up this week 🧵👇
1/ Reversal in DXY from just shy of 100 on big "risk on" move with hopes of a Diplomatic solution in Ukraine. Was very overbought and at top of a channel in place since last April.
2/ EUR rallies hard from key long term support zone 1.03-1.08. If this gets broken then opens way to 0.85. EU Defence bonds will likely provide support as people flock to hold new high quality non-US bonds, increasing EUR reserves. European recession odds rising.
0/ This time last week we were finally seeing some upside volatility in crypto and specifically #BTC. Now it seems as if all of that momentum may have switched over to #Gold ?
Let’s take a deeper look under the hood of crypto markets 🧵👇
1/ After touching 45500 resistance again BTC has quickly faded back in line with risk assets that remain heavy as Ukraine conflict intensifies. Key level to hold is now 36500, a break of which open door towards 29k.
2/ Spike in BTC-RUB volumes showed that some citizens are seeing the benefits of digital assets in times of crisis, a more medium bullish dynamic. Ukraine also managed to raise 10s of millions in donations and BTC being used as a medium of exchange on the ground.
0/ With US inflation data coming out this week commodities still ripping, don’t be surprised if we see a continued uptick in volatility to piggyback on the ongoing geopolitics dynamics.
Best stay on your toes - 🧵👇
1/ SPX chopped around in a range last week with the 4400/4450 area capping the market and 4280 support tested multiple times. Support was finally broken today (as expected) and we are now sitting at key 4225 area. Next key supports below are 4120/4050.
2/ Europe and EM stocks underperformed on a relative basis where Russia/Ukraine consequences are being felt the most. Biggest outflow ever from European equities as investors were caught wrong-footed from beginning of 2022.
To find out check out Option's insight weekly Tuesday crypto breakdown below 🧵👇
1/ Strong correlation to risk assets after rejecting key resistance levels and Russia tensions escalating. No "safe haven" bid as many had hoped for as the marginal crypto investor is trading this like a high beta risk asset. Tighter FED policy will cast a shadow this year.
2/ ETF flows have picked up suggesting some insto bid and also libertarians up in arms after Canadian authorities go all in against #freedomconvoy22. Nice piece from @Blockworks_ on #BTC role