Happy NY Session, my friends!
As we head into today's U.S. session, a packed economic calendar awaits, bringing a mixed bag of potential impulses.
My goal with this daily prep - from today forward - is to equip you with clear awareness of incoming volatility drivers so you can stay ahead of emotional reactions.
They could spark impulses across sectors - trade data may pressure USD-sensitive pairs/currencies and industrials.
Todays headlines might effect your personal Over-Analysis Impulse.
Solutions to stay protected:
Zone in: Pick one headline that aligns with your watchlist, holdings, or highest-conviction setups. Ignore the rest to avoid overload.
Pre-define: Set clear rules now (e.g., entry triggers, stops, size limits) before data hits - no mid-session adjustments driven by emotion.
👇 Make sure to pick out which headline below will effect you the most this session.
Incoming Impulses
As we approach the U.S. session in EST, the calendar features a cluster of events that could trigger emotional impulses.
08:00 Walmart Earnings Call
Impulse Score: 7/10 - High potential for retail/consumer sentiment reactions.
Sectors likely affected: Consumer Discretionary (retail stocks, e-commerce plays)08:30 US Initial Jobless Claims
Impulse Score: 7/10 - Labor market data remains a key Fed input; surprises often spark quick moves.
Sectors likely affected: Broad equities09:00 Fed's Kashkari Speaks
Impulse Score: 6/10 - As a 2026 voter with recent commentary, any shift in stance could amplify.
Sectors likely affected: Broad rate plays10:30 Fed's Goolsbee Speaks
Impulse Score: 6/10 - Often data-dependent; could add to cumulative Fed messaging.
Sectors likely affected: Similar rate-sensitive and growth sectors.10:00 EIA Crude Oil Inventories
Impulse Score: 7/10 - Energy volatility spikes on surprises.
Sectors likely affected: Energy (oil majors, explorers), Industrials/Transport.
Moderate-to-lower high analysis / confirmation bias risk from clustered Fed speakers + data prints. Zone in on 1-2 events that align with your holdings or setups - avoid chasing every headline.
Do you have your trading plan ready?
Until next time,
Steve B
Founder, The Daily Impulse
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