Category: Ahead Of The Fed Portfolio
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Sep 15 2026

Over 90% of analysts believe the Fed will increase interest rates tomorrow. No analysts believe the Fed will cut interest rates. Many analysts believe markets will rally strongly on an interest rate hike and other analysts believe stocks will rally ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Jul 28 2026

Over 85% of analysts believe the Fed will not increase rates. No analysts believe the Fed will cut interest rates. Many analysts believe a rate hike is probable for September unless oil prices decline precipitously. That would be enough to ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Mar 17 2026

On Wed Mar 18 2026 at 2:00 PM we get the latest Fed decision on interest rates. The number of analysts who believe there will be no rate cut has declined slightly. Now 72% of analysts surveyed are predicting no ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Jan 27 2026

On Wed Jan 28 2026 at 2:00 PM we get the latest Fed decision on interest rates. Over 75% of analysts believe the Fed will not cut rates. Ahead of Wednesday's interest rate announcement, I setup this trade on Tue ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Dec 9 2025

On Wed Dec 10 2025 at 2:00 PM we get the latest Fed decision on interest rates. Over 80% of analysts believe the Fed will cut rates by a quarter of a percent. Ahead of Wednesday's interest rate announcement, I ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Interest Rate Decision – Tue Sep 16 2025

On Wed Sep 17 2025 in the mid-afternoon, we get the latest Fed decision on interest rates. With the majority of analysts now of the opinion that the Fed will cut rates by a quarter of a percent, any decision ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Fed Chair Speech From Jackson Hole – Aug 21 2025

On Fri Aug 22 2025 in the mid-afternoon, we get Fed Chair Powell's latest comments on the economy, presented from the Jackson Hole conference. While I am not expecting anything of real significance to come out of the speech, sometimes ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of June FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Jun 18 2025

On Wed Jun 18 2025 at 2:00 PM, we get the latest Fed announcement on interest rates. This interest rate announcement is expected to show no change, but many analysts believe markets will begin to react from a lack of ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of March FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Mar 17 2025

On Wed Mar 19 2025, the latest FOMC interest rate decision is released at 2:00 PM. I setup this trade today to attempt to profit from the interest rate decision announcement which could increase volatility for stocks. With the majority ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Dec FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Dec 17 2024

On Wed Dec 18 2024, the latest FOMC interest rate decision is released at 2:00 PM. I setup this trade today to attempt to profit from the interest rate decision announcement which could increase volatility for stocks. With the majority ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Nov FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Nov 5 2024

On Thursday Nov 7, the latest FOMC interest rate decision is released at 2:00 PM. I setup this trade today to attempt to profit from the interest rate decision announcement and the election results, both of which could increase volatility ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of Sep FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Sep 16 2024

On Wednesday, the latest FOMC interest rate decision is released at 2:00 PM. This trade was setup with the goal of profiting from volatility during and after Wednesday's announcement and news conference. With many analysts and investors believing the Fed ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of July FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Jul 30 2024

Tomorrow, Wed Jul 31 2024 the latest FOMC interest rate decision is released at 2:00 PM. This trade was setup with the goal of profiting from volatility during and after tomorrow's announcement and news conference. With many analysts and investors ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of June FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Jun 11 2024

Tomorrow, Wed Jun 12 2024 the latest FOMC minutes are released at 2:00 PM. This trade was setup with the goal of profiting from volatility during and after tomorrow's announcement and news conference. These Fed releases can sometimes be volatile ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of May FOMC Interest Rate Decision – Apr 30 2024

Tomorrow, Wed May 1 2024 the latest FOMC minutes are released at 2:00 PM. This trade was setup with the goal of profiting from volatility during and after tomorrow's announcement and news conference. These Fed releases can sometimes be volatile ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of January FOMC Minutes – Feb 20 2024

Tomorrow, Wed Feb 21 2024 the latest FOMC minutes are released at 2:00 PM. This trade was discussed in the morning Investing Strategy Notes before markets opened today. These Fed releases can sometimes be volatile and can lead to large ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of The Fed Beige Book Release – Nov 28 2023

Tomorrow, Wed Nov 29 2023 investors get the Fed's Beige Book released which can often see larger movements in stocks, even short-term. These Fed releases can often be volatile and that volatility can provide some excellent profits. Here is the ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of The Latest FOMC Minutes – Nov 20 2023

Tomorrow, Tue Nov 21 2023 the latest FOMC minutes are released at 2:00 PM Nov 21. This trade was discussed in the morning Investing Strategy Notes before markets opened. These Fed releases can sometimes be volatile and can lead to ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of The Fed’s Interest Rate Decision – Oct 31 2023

Tomorrow, Wed Nov 1 2023 the Fed releases the latest interest rate announcement at 2:00 PM. This trade was discussed in the morning Investing Strategy Notes before markets opened. These Fed releases are often among the more volatile of events ....... Read More
SPY ETF Trade Ahead Of The Sep FOMC Minutes – Oct 11 2023

Today, Wed Oct 11 2023, the September FOMC minutes are released at 2:00 PM. This trade was discussed in the morning Investing Strategy Notes before markets opened. These FOMC releases can sometimes create higher volatility or wider swings in the ....... Read More
Recent Outlooks
Retiring Easy Portfolio – Trade Alert for Fri Oct 2 2026
I discussed this next trade in the Retiring Easy Portfolio in my morning Investing Strategy Notes. This portfolio was formed in July 2018 and through bear and bull markets this portfolio has cranked out profits. I use the profits from …
1st Watch List Trade Alert For Fri Oct 2 2026
The first watch list trade for Fri Oct 2 2026 had to be adjusted as the stock opened higher and rallied on good volume. The trade alert has the details and comments on the adjustments made. This Watch List Trade …
SPY ETF Hedge Trades And Intraday Market Updates For Fri Oct 2 2026
Here are the SPY ETF Hedge Portfolio opening trade notes for Fri Oct 2 2026 following a sideways day of trading. Make sure to read the Opening Trade Notes for today and review the support and resistance levels currently in …
6 Watch List Trade Ideas for Fri Oct 2 2026
For Fri Oct 2 2026 there are 6 stocks on the watch list. Make sure to read the introductory comments for today’s watch list. The rest of this trade ideas article is for FullyInformed Members. 6 Watch List Trade Ideas …
Morning Investing Strategy Notes for Fri Oct 2 2026
For FullyInformed Members the morning Investing Strategy Notes for Fri Oct 2 2026 review the outlook for the final trading day of the week. Equities discussed today include the SPY ETF, Boeing Stock (BA), Microsoft Stock (MSFT), Netflix Stock (NFLX) …
SPY ETF Trade Alert Ahead of Sep Non-Farm Payroll Numbers – Thu Oct 1 2026
On Fri Oct 2 2026 we get the September Non-Farm Payroll Numbers. The consensus is 84,000 jobs were created and the unemployment rate will be unchanged at 4.1%. In the morning Investing Strategy Notes this week I discussed setting up …
Micron Technology Stock (MU) Trade Alert and Idea for Thu Oct 1 2026
With earnings out yesterday Micron Technology Stock (MU) is seeing a bit of profit-taking this morning but their earnings were terrific. Long-term investors will definitely continue to hold this stock. Just traders are taking profits this morning. The Micron Technology …
6 Watch List Trade Ideas for Thu Oct 1 2026
For Thu Oct 1 2026 there are 6 stocks on the watch list. I am expecting a bounce today in stocks and have selected 6 stocks that I think will do well today. Make sure to read the introductory comments …
Morning Investing Strategy Notes for Thu Oct 1 2026
For FullyInformed Members the morning Investing Strategy Notes for Thu Oct 1 2026 reviews the outlook for the remainder of the week for stocks. Equities discussed today include Boeing Stock (BA), Micron Technology Stock (MU), Microsoft Stock (MSFT), Netflix Stock …
Goal of 65% Return for Micron Technology Stock (MU) – Trade Ahead Of Earnings Strategy Setup for Wed Sep 30 2026
The trade on Wed Sep 30 2026 in Micron Technology Stock (MU) ahead of earnings using the Trade Ahead Of Earnings Strategy was setup with a goal for a return of 65% against the capital in use. There were no …
Alphabet Stock (GOOGL) Trade Alert and Idea for Wed Sep 30 2026
This trade in Alphabet Stock (GOOGL) continues with the plan to stay with high levels of protection. The trade alert contains the details and discusses handling this trade. This trade alert article is for FullyInformed Members. Members can read the …
Dell Technologies Stock (DELL) Trade Alert and Idea for Wed Sep 30 2026
Dell Technologies Stock (DELL) slipped this morning but quickly found buyers taking advantage of the dip. I entered this trade. The trade alert contains the details and discuss handling this trade and ideas for other trades. This trade alert article …
2nd Watch List Trade Alert For Wed Sep 30 2026
The second watch list trade for Wed Sep 30 2026 ended up earning 50% more thanks to Citigroup (C) today. The trade alert has the details and further comments. This Watch List Trade alert is for FullyInformed Members Members can …
1st Watch List Trade Alert For Wed Sep 30 2026
The first watch list trade for Wed Sep 30 2026 had to be adjusted as stocks moved higher after the inflation reports showed weakness. The trade alert has the details and further comments. This Watch List Trade alert is for …
