* Another day - another Euro rescue package
They all follow the same pattern, and essentially boil down to the following;
- We dont have any money.
- We dont understand how the market works.
- We do believe politics can solve massive economic imbalances.
- We do believe more debt and increasing leverage is a real solution.
This is the current Brussel politruk behaviour and it is not likely to change as panic sets in and these basic behavioral patterns are set on autopilot.
The Greece population is to have a referendum on the latest hard fiscal measures, and there is a real risk of this putting an end to the Greece Eur adventure.
I find it very difficult for any politician and any rescue package to stop momentum from developing further from here. Economic deleveraging is about to get in motion.
Hold on to your job and your cashflow best you can. Consolidate your assets. Try to capitalise on the developments - if you dare. It will be a rough ride. Try to take advantage of the possibilities that will open up.
Be long USD.
As usual -good luck
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01 November 2011
24 September 2011
Big bubble - big trouble
As I´ve mentioned in the blogs during the financial crisis, the steps taken during it only postponed the inevitable. And here we are, facing the facts. Its time to pay up, or reduce the debt -rebalance -globally.
This means lower liquidity - higher volatility - lower asset prices -default - debt writedowns -taxpayer payups - lower demand for products and services - business layoffs and bankruptcies - more defaults - more debt writedowns. This scenario is excluding China getting into trouble.
Unfortunately, there are increasing signs that it will.
That scenario is a scary one - but if it happens - and the risks are way too high for anyone to ignore it - the outcome could be massive. China is currently the worlds credit multiplier and liquidity provider. The curse of the fixed exchange rate have much to do with the creation of this monster. The unraveling of it could be something we will have to witness before long.
Any household, corporate, or global fund not trying their utmost to find ways to protect themselves against this (economic only, we hope) risk are putting the economic survival of their family, corporate or fund at stake.
The positive fact is that this time around, compared to the financial crisis, the traditional banks and the media are quick to jump on the bearish macro band wagon. Unfortunately, their macro horizon stops at Europe and the US. They still believe the fairy tale story that emerging markets and China will do well. Unfortunately - they won´t. As witnessed during the last week, commodities, carry plays and emerging markets are getting hammered. China is pulling back.
China has pursued the illusion of a diversification process whereby they have misallocated capital into silly investments, as well as different asset classes, pretending they are diversifying.
Unfortunately, I fear this will come to a horrible end as correlations - once again become 1 between asset classes. The liquidity factor for return on capital will be painfully clear as many investments will not generate any return of capital as liquidity dry up.
China; 40% undervalued currency. Export companies with a 2 %! profit margin. An economy dependent on domestic construction. Heavy credit losses disguised by liquidity. A corrupt government driven by centralised leadership.
Go figure.
I hope you all have your hedges on - if not, go get them.
As usual, good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
This means lower liquidity - higher volatility - lower asset prices -default - debt writedowns -taxpayer payups - lower demand for products and services - business layoffs and bankruptcies - more defaults - more debt writedowns. This scenario is excluding China getting into trouble.
Unfortunately, there are increasing signs that it will.
That scenario is a scary one - but if it happens - and the risks are way too high for anyone to ignore it - the outcome could be massive. China is currently the worlds credit multiplier and liquidity provider. The curse of the fixed exchange rate have much to do with the creation of this monster. The unraveling of it could be something we will have to witness before long.
Any household, corporate, or global fund not trying their utmost to find ways to protect themselves against this (economic only, we hope) risk are putting the economic survival of their family, corporate or fund at stake.
The positive fact is that this time around, compared to the financial crisis, the traditional banks and the media are quick to jump on the bearish macro band wagon. Unfortunately, their macro horizon stops at Europe and the US. They still believe the fairy tale story that emerging markets and China will do well. Unfortunately - they won´t. As witnessed during the last week, commodities, carry plays and emerging markets are getting hammered. China is pulling back.
China has pursued the illusion of a diversification process whereby they have misallocated capital into silly investments, as well as different asset classes, pretending they are diversifying.
Unfortunately, I fear this will come to a horrible end as correlations - once again become 1 between asset classes. The liquidity factor for return on capital will be painfully clear as many investments will not generate any return of capital as liquidity dry up.
China; 40% undervalued currency. Export companies with a 2 %! profit margin. An economy dependent on domestic construction. Heavy credit losses disguised by liquidity. A corrupt government driven by centralised leadership.
Go figure.
I hope you all have your hedges on - if not, go get them.
As usual, good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
16 August 2011
Another dip lower in equities before pushing higher?
* Equities should head lower short term - and then continue the correction higher.
However, equities have topped out for a while now. Risk for a heavier move lower is increasing.
But thats something for later on this summer/early fall.
* I am going short equities for this shortterm move lower.
As usual - good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
However, equities have topped out for a while now. Risk for a heavier move lower is increasing.
But thats something for later on this summer/early fall.
* I am going short equities for this shortterm move lower.
As usual - good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
09 August 2011
Too high expectations
* Wham Bam thankyou ma´m
Equity markets dropping sharply globally after lower future growth signals triggers drastic revaluation of equities.
The hopeless situation in Europe as well as the dissapointment that US consumers will not be acting as the buyer of last resort for goods and services for the foreseeable future.
Lets try to look at the " bright" side;
- US corporates are still doing well and are very well capitalised.
- Eurobonds could still be launched to fill the holes in the Eur pockets.
As usual, however, there is no free lunch. While it might solve market turmoil short term. Lower growth and purchasing power for Eur countries and citizens will be the consequence. It will happen anyway. Question is just - how low will they go?
* China - the elephant in the room
I would also like to mention China, which today launched July´s inflation number; 6.5% on an anuualized basis. This should really trigger further tightening measures from China, but during the current "equities falling of a cliff"
circumstances, they will probably not.
In either case, what markets - and the rest of the world, should fear now is China going bust. China has been experiencing a classic boom - and bust scenario and I believe they are about to enter the bust phase. This scares me and should scare you too - lets hope Im wrong. If I am not, you´d better prepare your house for the fiercest economic environment you might experience during your lifetime.
*Correction higher in equities starting today?
Meanwhile, the equitymarkets are bound for a rebound/ shortsqueeze.
Today could very well be the start for a decent correction higher. I am going long.
As usual, good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
Equity markets dropping sharply globally after lower future growth signals triggers drastic revaluation of equities.
The hopeless situation in Europe as well as the dissapointment that US consumers will not be acting as the buyer of last resort for goods and services for the foreseeable future.
Lets try to look at the " bright" side;
- US corporates are still doing well and are very well capitalised.
- Eurobonds could still be launched to fill the holes in the Eur pockets.
As usual, however, there is no free lunch. While it might solve market turmoil short term. Lower growth and purchasing power for Eur countries and citizens will be the consequence. It will happen anyway. Question is just - how low will they go?
* China - the elephant in the room
I would also like to mention China, which today launched July´s inflation number; 6.5% on an anuualized basis. This should really trigger further tightening measures from China, but during the current "equities falling of a cliff"
circumstances, they will probably not.
In either case, what markets - and the rest of the world, should fear now is China going bust. China has been experiencing a classic boom - and bust scenario and I believe they are about to enter the bust phase. This scares me and should scare you too - lets hope Im wrong. If I am not, you´d better prepare your house for the fiercest economic environment you might experience during your lifetime.
*Correction higher in equities starting today?
Meanwhile, the equitymarkets are bound for a rebound/ shortsqueeze.
Today could very well be the start for a decent correction higher. I am going long.
As usual, good luck
The comments and posts published in this blog ARE NOT trading recommendations. They can NEVER be considered as trading calls or advices. If you decide to use the information offered here for your real trading it is at your own risk.Trading on margin carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. The high degree of leverage can work against you as well as for you. Before deciding to trade you should carefully consider your investment objectives, level of experience and risk appetite. The possibility exists that you could sustain a loss of some or all of your initial investment and therefore you should not invest money that you cannot afford to lose. You should be aware of all the risks associated with trading and seek advice from an independent financial advisor if you have any doubts.Errors and Omissions may occur.Any opinions, news, research, analyses, prices or other information contained on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice."www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com" will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation to, any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from use of or reliance on such information.© 2008 "www.todaysmacrotrading.blogspot.com:The traders blog" All Rights Reserved.
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