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Hello, my friend!
This morning brings a packed macro calendar with Fed speakers and key data on the horizon.
However, first, a quick heads-up on prop firm news shaking the industry right now.
Alpha Futures has been de-listed. Here was the summary:
Parted ways with NinjaTrader/Tradovate (effective July 12)
Closed its Premium plan
Refunding active accounts
This has left many traders dealing with sudden platform changes and disrupted expectations.
This is exactly why I constantly remind the community to treat prop firms like investments - price in the possibility of changes or failure at any time.
The smart move is to diversify your accounts across multiple firms, just as you would build a balanced portfolio. One firm’s issues shouldn’t derail your entire business.
🟢 On a positive note, I’m proud to partner with Purdia, a firm with a longer track record than most. They focus on live funded trading rather than extended simulation challenges, and I’ve built a close working relationship with their director.
For full details, check the announcement below.
Incoming News
Now, let’s dive into today’s high-impact schedule - the kind of day that keeps us all locked in and ready. I put these newsletters together so you’re as sharp and focused as I am heading into every session.
Here’s what’s on deck:
Goldman Sachs Q2 2026 Earnings – 7:25 a.m. EST (big bank kickoff to earnings season)
US CPI Report (Core CPI YoY, Core CPI MoM, CPI YoY, CPI MoM) – 8:30 a.m. EST
Fed Chair Kevin Warsh Testifies before the House Financial Services Committee – 10:00 a.m. EST
⚡ Volatility expected - especially around the CPI print and Warsh’s comments.
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Stay sharp and diversified out there.
Chat soon,
Steve B
Founder, The Daily Impulse
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