Geopolitical Risk Rising: Russia–Venezuela Developments Matter for Markets

Russia has reportedly begun evacuating the families of its diplomats from Venezuela, effective immediately. Historically, this type of move has often preceded military or kinetic action, or at minimum a meaningful escalation in geopolitical posture.

Governments typically…

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🧠 Trading Psychology Tip

The difference between an average year and an incredibly profitable year often comes down to 5–10 trades — and whether you followed your rules, support, and systems.

You’ll never know which 5–10 trades mattered most unless you review your year and your trading log.

If you need a trading log — or help deciding which system…

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Why Apple Inc. (AAPL) is attractive after the dip heading into Santa Rally & its biggest quarter

1) Seasonal tailwind favors megacap leaders

Late December into early January historically benefits large-cap, high-quality names. Institutions tend to rotate into reliable leaders for year-end positioning and performance marking. Apple is a…

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📈 OP Wire: What Morgan Stanley Says Will Shape Stocks in 2026

Wall Street heavyweight Morgan Stanley says the 2026 market won’t be driven by just inflation prints or Fed rate cuts. Instead, the next phase of this cycle will hinge on structural debates that markets haven’t fully priced in yet.

Here’s what matters most for OP traders heading…

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