Top market movers — week of Aug 24 – Aug 30, 2026

“G20 countries should consider more trade barriers with China to cut imbalances, Bessent says - Yahoo! Finance Canada G20 countries should consider more trade barriers with China to cut imbalances, Bessent says Yahoo! Finance Canada”

💡 U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent suggests G20 countries consider more trade barriers with China, which would negatively impact companies with significant China exposure and global trade.

• SHORT $BABA Alibaba Group Holding Limited conf 7/10 ▼ −3% expected Buy $118.90 → Sell $110.60 ▲ +6.98% · +$6.98 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $FXI iShares China Large-Cap ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −2.5% expected Buy $35.51 → Sell $34.93 ▲ +1.63% · +$1.63 per $100
• SHORT $TSM Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited conf 6/10 ▼ −2% expected Buy $417.52 → Sell $386.94 ▲ +7.32% · +$7.32 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLI State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $177.14 → Sell $171.62 ▲ +3.12% · +$3.12 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $711.46 ▲ +7.52% · +$7.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Australian shares to open lower as Warsh fuels Fed rate hike bets - Capital Brief Australian shares to open lower as Warsh fuels Fed rate hike bets Capital Brief”

💡 Comments from Fed Chair Warsh suggesting increased likelihood of rate hikes are expected to weigh on Australian equities, particularly interest-rate sensitive sectors.

• SHORT $CBA.AX Commonwealth Bank of Australia conf 7/10 ▼ −1.3% expected Buy $157.25 → Sell $157.44 ▼ −0.12% · $-0.12 per $100
• SHORT $FMG.AX Fortescue Ltd conf 6/10 ▼ −1.1% expected Buy $18.07 → Sell $16.57 ▲ +8.3% · +$8.30 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $STW.AX SPDR ETFs Australia - State Street SPDR S&P/ASX 200 ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $81.58 → Sell $80.25 ▲ +1.63% · +$1.63 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $MQG.AX Macquarie Group Limited conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $251.78 → Sell $244.04 ▲ +3.07% · +$3.07 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“U.S. plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions: Bessent - CNBC U.S. plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions: Bessent CNBC”

💡 U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent's statement on sanctioning another bank for Iran transactions signals increased pressure, likely impacting global financial institutions with exposure to Iran and potentially boosting oil prices due to supply concerns.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 8/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $142.18 ▲ +9.62% · +$9.62 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $GS The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. conf 6/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $1033.99 → Sell $991.18 ▲ +4.14% · +$4.14 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $BAC Bank of America Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −0.5% expected Buy $62.32 → Sell $61.52 ▲ +1.28% · +$1.28 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co. conf 5/10 ▼ −0.6% expected Buy $357.62 → Sell $332.16 ▲ +7.12% · +$7.12 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“‘More U.S. Strikes Coming?’: Pete Hegseth’s Iran Threat Amid Larak Island Bombing; IRGC Vows Revenge - The Times of India ‘More U.S. Strikes Coming?’: Pete Hegseth’s Iran Threat Amid Larak Island Bombing; IRGC Vows Revenge The Times of Ind”

💡 Reports of potential increased U.S. military action against Iran, following a bombing and threats of revenge, could escalate geopolitical tensions, negatively impacting oil prices and defense stocks.

• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▲ +2.5% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $142.18 ▲ +9.62% · +$9.62 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $65.35 ▲ +4.25% · +$4.25 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $711.46 ▲ +7.52% · +$7.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Military leaders warn Hegseth against extending Iran war: Washington Post report - ANI News Military leaders warn Hegseth against extending Iran war: Washington Post report ANI News”

💡 Military leaders are reportedly warning Secretary Hegseth against extending the Iran war, which could signal a potential de-escalation or at least a halt to further escalation, impacting defense stocks and oil prices.

• SHORT $GD General Dynamics Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.3% expected Buy $379.32 → Sell $361.38 ▲ +4.73% · +$4.73 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $530.15 ▲ +5.98% · +$5.98 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $RTX RTX Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.4% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $200.17 ▲ +5.45% · +$5.45 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $131.40 ▼ −1.31% · $-1.31 per $100
• SHORT $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 5/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $62.68 ▼ 0% · $0.00 per $100

“U.S. plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions, Bessent tells AP - PBS U.S. plans to sanction another bank in effort to clamp down on Iran transactions, Bessent tells AP PBS”

💡 U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent's statement about sanctioning another bank for Iran transactions signals increased pressure on financial institutions with ties to Iran, likely impacting global banks and oil prices.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $142.18 ▲ +9.62% · +$9.62 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $65.35 ▲ +4.25% · +$4.25 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $BAC Bank of America Corporation conf 7/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $62.32 → Sell $61.52 ▲ +1.28% · +$1.28 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co. conf 7/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $357.62 → Sell $332.16 ▲ +7.12% · +$7.12 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“New week, catch up time! Warsh's hawkish Jackson Hole remarks lift rate hike odds, pressure stocks - investingLive New week, catch up time! Warsh's hawkish Jackson Hole remarks lift rate hike odds, pressure stocks investingLive”

💡 Federal Reserve Chair Warsh's hawkish remarks at Jackson Hole increase rate hike odds, likely pressuring U.S. stocks and boosting the dollar.

• LONG $UUP Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund conf 7/10 ▲ +0.5% expected Buy $28.18 → Sell $28.34 ▲ +0.57% · +$0.57 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XLF State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $58.10 → Sell $58.23 ▲ +0.22% · +$0.22 per $100
• SHORT $QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $716.43 → Sell $662.03 ▲ +7.59% · +$7.59 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $711.46 ▲ +7.52% · +$7.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $185.69 → Sell $172.50 ▲ +7.1% · +$7.10 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“US military attacked IRGC rocket launchers in Iran, senior official confirms - Ynetnews US military attacked IRGC rocket launchers in Iran, senior official confirms Ynetnews”

💡 Report of US military strikes in Iran could escalate regional tensions, increasing oil prices and defense stock valuations while potentially dampening broad market sentiment.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 9/10 ▲ +2.8% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $142.18 ▲ +9.62% · +$9.62 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XOM ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation conf 8/10 ▲ +2% expected Buy $156.71 → Sell $165.69 ▲ +5.73% · +$5.73 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $568.00 ▲ +0.74% · +$0.74 per $100
• LONG $RTX RTX Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.3% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $212.71 ▲ +0.47% · +$0.47 per $100
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $711.46 ▲ +7.52% · +$7.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Bond Investors Wary After Warsh Fans Wagers Fed Poised to Hike - Bloomberg.com Bond Investors Wary After Warsh Fans Wagers Fed Poised to Hike Bloomberg.com”

💡 A Bloomberg report indicates Fed Chair Warsh's comments are fueling expectations of a rate hike, which could negatively impact bond-sensitive sectors and the broader market.

• LONG $XLF State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $58.10 → Sell $58.23 ▲ +0.22% · +$0.22 per $100
• SHORT $TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF conf 8/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $82.88 → Sell $81.52 ▲ +1.64% · +$1.64 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLRE State Street Real Estate Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −2% expected Buy $44.48 → Sell $43.56 ▲ +2.06% · +$2.06 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $716.81 ▲ +6.83% · +$6.83 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Let all Canadian Companies that are doing business with America move to the United States, immediately. Many of them are Companies that moved out years ago due to stupid U.S. Leadership. When you move back, there are no TARIFFS! President D”

💡 Trump called for Canadian companies doing business with the U.S. to relocate to the U.S. to avoid tariffs, potentially boosting U.S. manufacturing and real estate while pressuring Canadian firms.

• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +0.7% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $IWM iShares Russell 2000 ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +0.6% expected Buy $295.75 → Sell $296.27 ▲ +0.18% · +$0.18 per $100
• LONG $XHB State Street SPDR S&P Homebuilders ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $104.60 → Sell $104.60 ▼ 0% · $0.00 per $100
• SHORT $CNI Canadian National Railway Company conf 6/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $126.01 → Sell $118.88 ▲ +5.66% · +$5.66 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $CP Canadian Pacific Kansas City Limited conf 6/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $94.12 → Sell $88.48 ▲ +5.99% · +$5.99 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $RY.TO Royal Bank of Canada conf 6/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $284.17 → Sell $280.52 ▲ +1.28% · +$1.28 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $TD.TO The Toronto-Dominion Bank conf 6/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $168.61 → Sell $164.25 ▲ +2.59% · +$2.59 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“When I announced that I was running in the 2024 Presidential Election, right at the beginning, Ford was getting ready to close their Big Factory, in Detroit. Then, because I was leading in the Polls, they figured they would leave it open a ”

💡 Trump's threat of tariffs on Canadian auto imports and parts would negatively impact U.S. automakers with significant Canadian operations and Canadian auto parts suppliers.

• SHORT $F Ford Motor Company conf 7/10 ▼ −2.5% expected Buy $13.88 → Sell $13.73 ▲ +1.08% · +$1.08 per $100
• SHORT $GM General Motors Company conf 7/10 ▼ −2.5% expected Buy $86.27 → Sell $83.95 ▲ +2.69% · +$2.69 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $RY.TO Royal Bank of Canada conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $284.17 → Sell $280.52 ▲ +1.28% · +$1.28 per $100
• SHORT $XIC.TO iShares Core S&P/TSX Capped Composite Index ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $58.46 → Sell $57.16 ▲ +2.22% · +$2.22 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“US armed forces chiefs tell Pete Hegseth Iran war US armed erodes forces' readiness - The Jerusalem Post US armed forces chiefs tell Pete Hegseth Iran war US armed erodes forces' readiness The Jerusalem Post”

💡 Reports suggest U.S. military leaders are warning Secretary Hegseth that a war with Iran would degrade forces' readiness, potentially impacting defense spending and oil prices.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 8/10 ▲ +2.2% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.77 ▲ +9.31% · +$9.31 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −1.7% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $223.29 ▲ +4.09% · +$4.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.6% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $716.81 ▲ +6.83% · +$6.83 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“President Trump is the Greatest JOBS President in American History. He works tirelessly every day to create millions of high-paying Jobs, drive Trillions of Dollars in Investment, and reinvigorate our Economy. Just this week, President Trum”

💡 President Trump announced a deal with Bangladesh for a significant increase in Boeing aircraft orders, boosting the aerospace manufacturer.

• LONG $BA The Boeing Company conf 8/10 ▲ +3% expected Buy $209.82 → Sell $210.65 ▲ +0.4% · +$0.40 per $100
• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 4/10 ▲ +0.1% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $769.41 ▲ +0.01% · +$0.01 per $100

“Pete Hegseth told not to extend Iran war - The Telegraph Pete Hegseth told not to extend Iran war The Telegraph”

💡 A news report suggests Secretary Hegseth is being advised against extending the Iran war, which could reduce geopolitical risk and benefit oil consumers and airlines, while potentially hurting defense contractors.

• LONG $JETS U.S. Global Jets ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $29.18 → Sell $29.24 ▲ +0.21% · +$0.21 per $100
• LONG $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▲ +0.5% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $769.41 ▲ +0.01% · +$0.01 per $100
• SHORT $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −1.8% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $223.29 ▲ +4.09% · +$4.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $131.40 ▼ −1.31% · $-1.31 per $100

“Cathie Wood Sells $74.5M of AMD Stock, Buys $76M of Nvidia and Broadcom Ahead of AVGO Q3 Earnings - TipRanks Cathie Wood Sells $74.5M of AMD Stock, Buys $76M of Nvidia and Broadcom Ahead of AVGO Q3 Earnings TipRanks”

💡 Cathie Wood's ARK Invest sold AMD stock while buying NVDA and AVGO, signaling a shift in semiconductor exposure ahead of Broadcom's earnings.

• LONG $AVGO Broadcom Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $368.79 → Sell $395.16 ▲ +7.15% · +$7.15 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $NVDA NVIDIA Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $217.55 → Sell $236.00 ▲ +8.48% · +$8.48 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $AMD Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $465.58 → Sell $432.69 ▲ +7.07% · +$7.07 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• NEUTRAL $SMH VanEck Semiconductor ETF conf 5/10 no clear move tracking…

“New Report: Hegseth’s Own Military Brass Warn the Iran War Is Unsustainable - Mother Jones New Report: Hegseth’s Own Military Brass Warn the Iran War Is Unsustainable Mother Jones”

💡 A report suggesting the Iran war is unsustainable could signal a potential de-escalation or withdrawal, impacting defense contractors and oil prices.

• LONG $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▲ +0.7% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $769.41 ▲ +0.01% · +$0.01 per $100
• SHORT $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▼ −1.8% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $131.40 ▼ −1.31% · $-1.31 per $100
• SHORT $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $531.09 ▲ +5.81% · +$5.81 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $NOC Northrop Grumman Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.3% expected Buy $545.57 → Sell $501.60 ▲ +8.06% · +$8.06 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $RTX RTX Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $201.40 ▲ +4.87% · +$4.87 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Military leaders are warning Hegseth that escalating Iran war could harm their ability to protect the US: report - The Independent Military leaders are warning Hegseth that escalating Iran war could harm their ability to protect the US: re”

💡 A report indicates military leaders are warning Secretary Hegseth that escalating conflict with Iran could weaken U.S. defense capabilities, potentially increasing geopolitical risk and impacting oil prices.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 8/10 ▲ +1.7% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $65.09 ▲ +3.84% · +$3.84 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.6% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $716.81 ▲ +6.83% · +$6.83 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“One of the things I am going to do with the Venezuelan Oil is fill up the Strategic National Reserves which, because of Sleepy Joe Biden, has been virtually emptied. The “topping out” process will begin very shortly, and is a Gift from Vene”

💡 Trump's plan to refill the Strategic Petroleum Reserve with Venezuelan oil could boost oil prices and benefit U.S. oil producers and refiners.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $CVX Chevron Corporation conf 5/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $201.86 → Sell $213.55 ▲ +5.79% · +$5.79 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $65.09 ▲ +3.84% · +$3.84 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XOM ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation conf 5/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $156.71 → Sell $165.69 ▲ +5.73% · +$5.73 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Canadian businesses are pouring into the United States. We want to make our own cars, etc. That’s what’s going to happen. Canada has been ripping us off for years — NO LONGER! President DJT”

💡 Trump's post suggests a shift in manufacturing from Canada to the U.S., potentially boosting U.S. auto and manufacturing sectors.

• LONG $F Ford Motor Company conf 8/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $13.88 → Sell $14.20 ▲ +2.31% · +$2.31 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $GM General Motors Company conf 8/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $86.27 → Sell $87.19 ▲ +1.07% · +$1.07 per $100
• LONG $XLI State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $177.14 → Sell $178.80 ▲ +0.94% · +$0.94 per $100
• SHORT $XIU.TO iShares S&P/TSX 60 Index ETF conf 5/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $54.05 → Sell $52.97 ▲ +2% · +$2.00 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“RT @ realDonaldTrump THE FAKE POLLS USED BY OUR CROOKED MEDIA ARE OUT OF CONTROL, AND SOMETHING MUST BE DONE ABOUT IT. FCC TO THE RESCUE! President DJT”

💡 Trump's call for FCC intervention on 'fake polls' could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny on media and tech, potentially impacting advertising revenue and content platforms.

• SHORT $GOOGL Alphabet Inc. conf 7/10 ▼ −1.8% expected Buy $346.59 → Sell $314.46 ▲ +9.27% · +$9.27 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $META Meta Platforms, Inc. conf 7/10 ▼ −1.7% expected Buy $578.02 → Sell $542.87 ▲ +6.08% · +$6.08 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $CMCSA Comcast Corporation conf 6/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $27.06 → Sell $26.25 ▲ +3% · +$3.00 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $DIS The Walt Disney Company conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $108.10 → Sell $98.78 ▲ +8.62% · +$8.62 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $T AT&T Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $26.01 → Sell $25.81 ▲ +0.77% · +$0.77 per $100
• SHORT $VZ Verizon Communications Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $50.10 → Sell $49.62 ▲ +0.96% · +$0.96 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Warsh Speaks and Rate-Hike Odds Rise | What’s News for Aug. 28 - WSJ Warsh Speaks and Rate-Hike Odds Rise | What’s News for Aug. 28 WSJ”

💡 Comments from Fed Chair Warsh suggest increased likelihood of a rate hike, which is bearish for growth stocks and bullish for the dollar and short-term bonds.

• LONG $UUP Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund conf 7/10 ▲ +0.9% expected Buy $28.18 → Sell $28.34 ▲ +0.57% · +$0.57 per $100
• LONG $XLF State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $58.10 → Sell $58.15 ▲ +0.09% · +$0.09 per $100
• SHORT $TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $82.88 → Sell $81.52 ▲ +1.64% · +$1.64 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $716.43 → Sell $669.72 ▲ +6.52% · +$6.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $716.81 ▲ +6.83% · +$6.83 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Elon Musk’s 15-Gigawatt Warning Points to a Very Different Set of AI Winners in 2027 - 24/7 Wall St. Elon Musk’s 15-Gigawatt Warning Points to a Very Different Set of AI Winners in 2027 24/7 Wall St.”

💡 Elon Musk's warning about a 15-gigawatt power shortage for AI in 2027 suggests a shift in AI winners, favoring utilities and power infrastructure while potentially challenging data center operators and chipmakers.

• LONG $NEE NextEra Energy, Inc. conf 8/10 ▲ +2% expected Buy $81.84 → Sell $83.45 ▲ +1.97% · +$1.97 per $100
• LONG $DUK Duke Energy Corporation conf 7/10 ▲ +1.7% expected Buy $120.25 → Sell $121.25 ▲ +0.83% · +$0.83 per $100
• LONG $SPG Simon Property Group, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $214.56 → Sell $215.18 ▲ +0.29% · +$0.29 per $100
• SHORT $NVDA NVIDIA Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.8% expected Buy $217.55 → Sell $208.23 ▲ +4.28% · +$4.28 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SMCI Super Micro Computer, Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −2% expected Buy $37.08 → Sell $35.72 ▲ +3.67% · +$3.67 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“US military warns Hegseth that prolonged Iran campaign risking ability to act elsewhere - report - The Times of Israel US military warns Hegseth that prolonged Iran campaign risking ability to act elsewhere - report The Times of Israel”

💡 A report suggests the US military is warning Secretary Hegseth that the prolonged Iran campaign is straining resources, potentially impacting defense stocks and oil prices.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XOM ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $156.71 → Sell $165.69 ▲ +5.73% · +$5.73 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $223.47 ▲ +4.02% · +$4.02 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $716.81 ▲ +6.83% · +$6.83 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Elon Musk Owns 48.4% of SpaceX, a New Filing Shows. Here's Why That Matters for Everyone Else Holding the Stock. - The Motley Fool Elon Musk Owns 48.4% of SpaceX, a New Filing Shows. Here's Why That Matters for Everyone Else Holding the St”

💡 A new filing confirms Elon Musk's significant ownership in SpaceX, which could increase investor confidence in the company's future and potentially its valuation ahead of any future public offering.

• LONG $TSLA Tesla, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $348.75 → Sell $368.94 ▲ +5.79% · +$5.79 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $ARKX ARK Space & Defense Innovation ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $32.35 → Sell $32.87 ▲ +1.61% · +$1.61 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $SPCE Virgin Galactic Holdings, Inc. conf 5/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $2.94 → Sell $3.00 ▲ +2.04% · +$2.04 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“THE FAKE POLLS USED BY OUR CROOKED MEDIA ARE OUT OF CONTROL, AND SOMETHING MUST BE DONE ABOUT IT. FCC TO THE RESCUE! President DJT”

💡 Trump's call for FCC intervention on 'fake polls' could lead to increased regulatory scrutiny on media and tech, potentially impacting advertising revenue and content platforms.

• SHORT $CMCSA Comcast Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $27.06 → Sell $26.25 ▲ +3% · +$3.00 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $GOOGL Alphabet Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $346.59 → Sell $314.46 ▲ +9.27% · +$9.27 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $META Meta Platforms, Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $578.02 → Sell $542.87 ▲ +6.08% · +$6.08 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $T AT&T Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $26.01 → Sell $25.81 ▲ +0.77% · +$0.77 per $100
• SHORT $VZ Verizon Communications Inc. conf 5/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $50.10 → Sell $49.62 ▲ +0.96% · +$0.96 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Trump breaks Big Four meat processor grip, restores ranchers’ freedom to process: https:// justthenews.com/government/whi te-house/trump-breaks-big-fours-grip-and-restores-ranchers-freedom-process”

💡 Trump's move to break up the 'Big Four' meat processors could increase competition and reduce their market share, negatively impacting their stock prices.

• SHORT $TSN Tyson Foods, Inc. conf 8/10 ▼ −3% expected Buy $55.40 → Sell $54.50 ▲ +1.62% · +$1.62 per $100
• NEUTRAL $BG Bunge Global SA conf 4/10 no clear move tracking…

“Cathie Wood: These Stocks Will PRINT Millionaires (3 Stock Picks) Fc Barcelone (E2BCrBtLxg) - Mshale Cathie Wood: These Stocks Will PRINT Millionaires (3 Stock Picks) Fc Barcelone (E2BCrBtLxg) Mshale”

💡 Cathie Wood reportedly highlighted three stocks with high growth potential, which could generate significant returns for investors.

• LONG $ARKK ARK Innovation ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +0.7% expected Buy $84.59 → Sell $86.00 ▲ +1.67% · +$1.67 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $COIN Coinbase Global, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $178.64 → Sell $189.95 ▲ +6.33% · +$6.33 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $ROKU Roku, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $157.68 → Sell $158.68 ▲ +0.64% · +$0.64 per $100
• LONG $TSLA Tesla, Inc. conf 5/10 ▲ +1.3% expected Buy $348.75 → Sell $368.94 ▲ +5.79% · +$5.79 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“US commanders warn Iran campaign has been 'too much for too long' - www.israelhayom.com US commanders warn Iran campaign has been 'too much for too long' www.israelhayom.com”

💡 Reports of US commanders warning about the Iran campaign being 'too much for too long' could signal a potential de-escalation, impacting oil prices and defense stocks.

• SHORT $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $131.40 ▼ −1.31% · $-1.31 per $100
• SHORT $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 5/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $224.16 ▲ +3.72% · +$3.72 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLE State Street Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $62.68 → Sell $62.68 ▼ 0% · $0.00 per $100

“US Treasury's Bessent faces G20 diplomacy test amid tariffs, Iran war, bond turmoil - Reuters US Treasury's Bessent faces G20 diplomacy test amid tariffs, Iran war, bond turmoil Reuters”

💡 Treasury Secretary Bessent faces a G20 test with ongoing tariffs, Iran conflict, and bond market volatility, suggesting continued uncertainty for global trade, energy, and financial markets.

• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $82.88 → Sell $81.52 ▲ +1.64% · +$1.64 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLI State Street Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 4/10 ▼ −0.5% expected Buy $177.14 → Sell $172.15 ▲ +2.82% · +$2.82 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• NEUTRAL $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 no clear move tracking…

“Military leaders warn Hegseth against extending Iran war operations - The Washington Post Military leaders warn Hegseth against extending Iran war operations The Washington Post”

💡 Military leaders are reportedly warning Secretary Hegseth against extending Iran war operations, suggesting potential de-escalation or a more contained conflict, which could be bearish for defense stocks and bullish for oil.

• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 5/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $GD General Dynamics Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.1% expected Buy $379.32 → Sell $365.53 ▲ +3.64% · +$3.64 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.3% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $541.55 ▲ +3.95% · +$3.95 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $RTX RTX Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.2% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $204.00 ▲ +3.64% · +$3.64 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Drain on U.S. Munitions From Iran War Raises Fears Over Ability to Deter China, Russia - WSJ Drain on U.S. Munitions From Iran War Raises Fears Over Ability to Deter China, Russia WSJ”

💡 Concerns over U.S. munitions drain from the Iran War could increase demand for defense stocks as the U.S. seeks to replenish stockpiles and deter China/Russia.

• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $GD General Dynamics Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.3% expected Buy $379.32 → Sell $380.48 ▲ +0.31% · +$0.31 per $100
• LONG $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.6% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $568.00 ▲ +0.74% · +$0.74 per $100
• LONG $RTX RTX Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1.4% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $212.71 ▲ +0.47% · +$0.47 per $100

“Bessent takes his pitch on isolating Iran's economy to G20 - thenationalnews.com Bessent takes his pitch on isolating Iran's economy to G20 thenationalnews.com”

💡 Treasury Secretary Bessent's push to isolate Iran's economy at the G20 could lead to increased oil prices and impact companies with exposure to the Middle East.

• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $141.49 ▲ +9.09% · +$9.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XOM ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $156.71 → Sell $164.95 ▲ +5.26% · +$5.26 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• NEUTRAL $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 4/10 no clear move tracking…

“Elon Musk Speaks on Renewable Energy and Gas Turbines' Role - GuruFocus Elon Musk Speaks on Renewable Energy and Gas Turbines' Role GuruFocus”

💡 Elon Musk's comments on renewable energy and gas turbines could boost renewable energy stocks long-term while providing a short-term boost to natural gas infrastructure.

• LONG $ENPH Enphase Energy, Inc. conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $37.25 → Sell $37.44 ▲ +0.52% · +$0.52 per $100
• LONG $KMI Kinder Morgan, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +0.9% expected Buy $31.56 → Sell $32.70 ▲ +3.61% · +$3.61 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $NEE NextEra Energy, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $81.84 → Sell $83.11 ▲ +1.55% · +$1.55 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $PLUG Plug Power Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.3% expected Buy $2.19 → Sell $2.21 ▲ +0.91% · +$0.91 per $100
• LONG $TSLA Tesla, Inc. conf 5/10 ▲ +0.7% expected Buy $348.75 → Sell $368.94 ▲ +5.79% · +$5.79 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Warns Time is Running Out for AI Cyber Defense - Analytics Insight OpenAI CEO Sam Altman Warns Time is Running Out for AI Cyber Defense Analytics Insight”

💡 Sam Altman's warning about AI cyber defense urgency could boost cybersecurity firms, especially those integrating AI.

• LONG $CRWD CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $218.40 → Sell $233.88 ▲ +7.09% · +$7.09 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $PANW Palo Alto Networks, Inc. conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $371.59 → Sell $387.61 ▲ +4.31% · +$4.31 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $CIBR First Trust NASDAQ Cybersecurity ETF conf 5/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $98.56 → Sell $101.21 ▲ +2.69% · +$2.69 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $MSFT Microsoft Corporation conf 5/10 ▲ +0.6% expected Buy $513.53 → Sell $537.75 ▲ +4.72% · +$4.72 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Bessent says disorderly yen moves can destabilize global markets - Reuters Bessent says disorderly yen moves can destabilize global markets Reuters”

💡 Treasury Secretary Bessent's warning about disorderly yen moves could prompt intervention, strengthening the yen and potentially impacting U.S. exporters and global risk assets.

• LONG $FXY Invesco CurrencyShares Japanese Yen Trust conf 8/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $57.25 → Sell $58.00 ▲ +1.31% · +$1.31 per $100
• SHORT $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 5/10 ▼ −0.8% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $224.92 ▲ +3.39% · +$3.39 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.5% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $761.18 ▲ +1.06% · +$1.06 per $100 ✓ hit expected move

“Trump is winning the Iran war— stay the course: https:// nypost.com/2026/08/23/opinion/ trump-is-winning-the-iran-war-stay-the-course/”

💡 Trump's post linking to an article about 'winning the Iran war' suggests continued hawkish policy, which could benefit defense contractors and oil prices.

• LONG $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $568.00 ▲ +0.74% · +$0.74 per $100
• LONG $USO United States Oil Fund, LP conf 7/10 ▲ +1.8% expected Buy $129.70 → Sell $137.69 ▲ +6.16% · +$6.16 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $XOM ExxonMobil Holdings Corporation conf 7/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $156.71 → Sell $164.11 ▲ +4.72% · +$4.72 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $RTX RTX Corporation conf 6/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $212.71 ▲ +0.47% · +$0.47 per $100

“America In Focus: key inflation gauge remains high; Fed's Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed - WRAL America In Focus: key inflation gauge remains high; Fed's Warsh signals rate hikes may be needed WRAL”

💡 Fed Chair Warsh's signal of potential rate hikes due to persistent inflation suggests a bearish outlook for equities and a bullish one for the dollar and short-term bonds.

• LONG $UUP Invesco DB US Dollar Index Bullish Fund conf 6/10 ▲ +0.8% expected Buy $28.18 → Sell $28.32 ▲ +0.5% · +$0.50 per $100
• LONG $XLF State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▲ +1.2% expected Buy $58.10 → Sell $58.05 ▼ −0.09% · $-0.09 per $100
• SHORT $QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust conf 7/10 ▼ −2% expected Buy $716.43 → Sell $669.72 ▲ +6.52% · +$6.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 7/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $761.18 ▲ +1.06% · +$1.06 per $100
• SHORT $TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $82.88 → Sell $81.62 ▲ +1.52% · +$1.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLK State Street Technology Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 7/10 ▼ −1.8% expected Buy $185.69 → Sell $182.92 ▲ +1.49% · +$1.49 per $100

“Warsh puts Fed on collision course with Trump ahead of midterms - Financial Times Warsh puts Fed on collision course with Trump ahead of midterms Financial Times”

💡 Reports suggest Fed Chair Warsh is on a collision course with President Trump, potentially leading to increased market uncertainty and volatility, particularly in interest-rate sensitive sectors.

• SHORT $QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −0.9% expected Buy $716.43 → Sell $669.72 ▲ +6.52% · +$6.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 6/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $761.35 ▲ +1.04% · +$1.04 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $XLF State Street Financial Select Sector SPDR ETF conf 6/10 ▼ −1.1% expected Buy $58.10 → Sell $57.40 ▲ +1.2% · +$1.20 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• NEUTRAL $TLT iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF conf 5/10 no clear move tracking…

“"That's a big deal": Trump signs order to create America's first Space Academy - starlust.org "That's a big deal": Trump signs order to create America's first Space Academy starlust.org”

💡 Trump's order to create a Space Academy is bullish for defense contractors and aerospace companies involved in space exploration and technology.

• LONG $NOC Northrop Grumman Corporation conf 8/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $545.57 → Sell $554.91 ▲ +1.71% · +$1.71 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• LONG $ITA iShares U.S. Aerospace & Defense ETF conf 7/10 ▲ +0.9% expected Buy $232.82 → Sell $234.90 ▲ +0.89% · +$0.89 per $100
• LONG $LMT Lockheed Martin Corporation conf 7/10 ▲ +1.5% expected Buy $563.85 → Sell $568.00 ▲ +0.74% · +$0.74 per $100
• LONG $RTX RTX Corporation conf 5/10 ▲ +1% expected Buy $211.71 → Sell $212.71 ▲ +0.47% · +$0.47 per $100

“Fed chair delivers tough interest rate love as Nvidia shares soar - Detroit Free Press Fed chair delivers tough interest rate love as Nvidia shares soar Detroit Free Press”

💡 The Fed Chair's hawkish comments on interest rates suggest a tightening monetary policy, which is bearish for growth stocks like Nvidia and the broader market.

• SHORT $NVDA NVIDIA Corporation conf 5/10 ▼ −1.5% expected Buy $217.55 → Sell $210.19 ▲ +3.38% · +$3.38 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $QQQ Invesco QQQ Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −1% expected Buy $716.43 → Sell $669.72 ▲ +6.52% · +$6.52 per $100 ✓ hit expected move
• SHORT $SPY State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust conf 5/10 ▼ −0.7% expected Buy $769.35 → Sell $762.19 ▲ +0.93% · +$0.93 per $100 ✓ hit expected move