Why most guys lose trades: Sudden volatility hits when you sleep on macro signals!
I’m starting a series: Quick Macro Status breakdowns so you trade with the big picture, not against it.
Here’s today’s snapshot (Jan 17, 2026):
Liquidity — Moderately bullish: ETF inflows returning, QT paused → more money chasing risk assets
Employment — Mixed: Labor softening slightly → could push Fed dovish later
Business cycle — Mixed: Growth modest, US outperforming others
Credit — Bullish: Tight spreads, no imminent cracks
Dollar index ($DXY) — Bearish (TA + recent dip to ~99): Weaker USD historically juices $BTC & alts
Interest rates — Moderately bullish: Path to cuts in 2026 priced in
Lending — Bearish: Watch for tightening if utilization rises
Corporate profits — Bullish: Strong earnings support risk-on
Consumer demand — Bearish: Weak spending = drag on growth
Cross border flows — Mixed
Default rates — Bullish: Low & healthy
Yield curve — Mixed: No strong inversion/red flags
Money supply — Bullish: Expansion mode incoming
Market cycles — Moderately bullish: Post-halving maturity + institutional flows
Bottom line: Macro setup is supportive but not screaming euphoria yet. Liquidity + weaker $DXY + corporate strength favor upside in $BTC $ETH $SOL, but bearish consumer/lending means volatility stays high—don't FOMO blindly.
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@Suigin Riku for regular macro drops + signals. Traders: How does this macro change your positioning? Bull trap or leg up? Comment your thoughts/targets
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