🐂 GOOD MORNING, BULL RING! 🐂
MONDAY — AUGUST 31, 2026
MARKET UPDATE
The market is starting the final trading day of August with a cautious, risk-off tone.
U.S. stock futures were lower early Monday as renewed tensions between the U.S. and Iran pushed oil prices sharply higher, creating fresh concerns about inflation and interest rates.
WHAT'S MOVING THE MARKET
🛢️ Oil Is the Big Story
Brent crude moved above $90 as geopolitical tensions escalated. Higher energy prices could add to inflation pressures and keep the Fed hawkish.
🏦 The Fed Is Back in Focus
Markets have become increasingly concerned that persistent inflation could lead to another rate hike. The upcoming jobs data will be critical for the market's next major move.
🤖 AI Trade Remains Important
NVIDIA delivered another massive quarter, reporting $96.2 billion in revenue, up 106% year over year. AI remains a major market theme, but expect continued volatility in the big technology names.
THIS WEEK'S BIG EVENTS
Tuesday: Manufacturing PMI and ISM Manufacturing
Thursday: Jobless Claims and Trade Balance
Friday: August Nonfarm Payrolls — the biggest economic event of the week.
BULL RING GAME PLAN
BULLISH: Watch for the market to absorb the geopolitical headlines and reclaim key intraday levels.
BEARISH: Higher oil, rising inflation fears, and rate-hike expectations could create pressure on tech and growth stocks.
MY FOCUS TODAY:
NVDA
AVGO
AMD
MU
MSFT
META
TSLA
COACH'S THOUGHT:
Don't force trades on a headline-driven Monday. Let the market show its hand after the opening volatility. Patience pays.
🐂 WELCOME TO THE BULL RING — TRADE SMART, MANAGE RISK, AND LET THE MARKET COME TO YOU. 🐂
