2026-01-11 01:26:25

The first week of 2026 saw strong trading performance, with most asset classes trending higher. The S&P 500 index rose by 1.6%, and small-cap stocks performed even better, with the Russell 2000 soaring by 4.6%. The VOO fund attracted $10 billion in inflows in just a few days. From Wall Street's trading activity, risk appetite is clearly warming up.

The real challenge comes next week. From Tuesday to Thursday, key economic data such as CPI, PPI, and retail sales will be released simultaneously, alongside frequent appearances by Federal Reserve officials. Market expectations suggest a high probability that current interest rates will remain unchanged. The rate cut window may have to wait until a new Fed chair takes office. Additionally, geopolitical tensions persist—Middle East tensions continue to escalate. These unexpected factors, combined with economic data uncertainties, will likely increase market volatility.

From a trading perspective, next week presents a dual test. With dense data releases, mixed policy signals, and unresolved geopolitical risks, volatility is bound to increase. It is recommended to strictly manage position risks and avoid being blinded by short-term gains.

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SigmaValidator

· 01-11 01:56

The start of the year has seen a fierce rally, but I think next week will be the real battleground, with data bombardments and the Federal Reserve murmuring to itself—who can handle this... Be careful not to get caught in a trap.

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LadderToolGuy

· 01-11 01:51

Wow, Russell 2000 is up 4.6%. Is it about to take off... Next week's data dropping will probably be a big hit.

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TokenStorm

· 01-11 01:44

The 4.6% rally of the Russell 2000 looks impressive, but if you take a closer look at the technicals... it's actually just a buildup of bullish sentiment. Next week's CPI data will be the eye of the storm. I've already calculated my leverage list and am waiting for a forced liquidation. Buying small-cap stocks at this level? Am I crazy, or are you all crazy? When risk factors spike, it's time to reduce positions. But I still went all-in—that's very much my style. $10 billion flowing into VOO? On-chain data shows whales quietly offloading. Our retail group is about to get rekt again, but I've seen through it all long ago. Next week will be data-heavy with geopolitical risks stacking up. There is indeed arbitrage potential in volatility, but don't let FOMO cloud your judgment. Stick to strict stop-losses, everyone. Interest rates remaining unchanged? That means the rate cut window is truly far off. This chess game is more complex than I expected, but I’ve always been confident in my judgment haha. Short-term gains are tempting, but a quick look at historical data shows that such markets usually don't escape the "final dip." Manage your positions and risk carefully.

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BankruptcyArtist

· 01-11 01:38

This surge is intense, but next week's data bombardment is going to kill people. I've already cut my position in half.

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