Hey friend,
Earlier this morning, we got the weekly jobless claims data plus the big US productivity report.
Unlike last week, jobless claims fell more than expected this time around.
However, US productivity fell for the first time since 2022 due to declining economic output.
The Daily Direction
Note: Indexes closed lower again yesterday – sending the medium-term direction for the Russell 2000 back downward.
The Daily Nugget
You can’t see strength if you’re expecting weakness.
In choppy markets, the smart move is often to slow down, tighten your list, and wait for the right setups.
But waiting doesn’t mean going quiet.
When a clean, high-probability setup appears…
That’s not when you freeze or second-guess – that’s the time to take action.
Traders who thrive through uncertain stretches know the difference between being selective and being passive.
Selective means skipping noise and leaning into the setups that meet your criteria.
Passive means sitting out of habit, hesitation, or fear.
Be patient, but not paralyzed.
When your setup says it’s time – step up.
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The Traders Agency Team
