Hello, my friends!
You've probably felt it too.
⚠️ Volatility in commodities has been absolutely relentless lately, especially in Gold and Silver.
🌪️ We've seen massive swings - historic drops followed by sharp rebounds - that have tested even the steadiest hands.
🏛️ If you're trading futures on margin, the CME has stepped in with higher requirements to match the environment.
As of early February 3, 2026 (per CME data):
January 2026: $42,413 per contract
February 2026: $36,980 per contract
March 2026: $37,092 per contract
We're breaking records in both directions here, friends, amid all the geopolitical noise and macro shifts. It's a reminder to stay aware and protect what you've built.
But let's shift gears for a moment - because while the markets are volatile, we don't have to let that carry over into our own lives.
Lessons from the Trenches
Whether the turbulence is showing up in your trading desk, your work projects, or even at home, here are a couple of straightforward ways to steady yourself right now.
Dynamic sizing + alerts.
The goal is simple - reduce exposure when volatility spikes so you're not facing margin pressure or emotional whipsaws while handling your day job or business. Instead of glued-to-screen trading, lean on your platform's alerts to do the heavy lifting. Set up targeted ones in your broker app. Then, during a quick midday break, check if anything fired. No alert? No action. Walk away. This keeps impulse in check and preserves your capital.
End with one written or voice-noted:
"Today, no revenge trades if we gap down hard again" or "I wait for clear vol contraction before scaling in." Use a simple timer or voice memo app to make it a non-negotiable ritual. It's small, but it builds that accountability muscle we all need when things get wild.
You've got this.
Let's keep refreshing that edge, one deliberate step at a time and make sure to follow my accountability below with Purdia Capital.
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What are you locking in for yourself today? Hit reply if you want to share - always good to hear from the community.
Until next time,
Steve B
Founder, The Daily Impulse
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