🧪 The Big Short?

Good Morning!

This week’s market action is on fire, and if you’re not locked in, you’re about to get left behind. The Fed is dropping one of the biggest decisions of the year, and markets are teetering on the edge of a major shift. Bitcoin? It’s playing the guessing game too—hitting new highs but poised for a shakeout that could catch even the pros off guard.

At TradingLab, we don't play it safe—we play it smart. Sherlock's on a killer $BTC short setup right now, and if you're not paying attention, you’ll miss it. Ready to dive in? Keep reading, and we’ll break it down for you.

Let’s get into it 👇

🌡 Market Temperature Check

🤔 Landmark Fed decision in focus, futures edge higher - what's moving markets
All eyes are on the Fed’s rate decision, with a possible cut of 25 or even 50 basis points on the table. While stock futures edged higher, uncertainty around the size of the cut has investors holding their breath. Meanwhile, over at 23andMe (ME), all independent directors jumped ship after failed negotiations with CEO Anne Wojcicki, sending shares tumbling. Quite the drama unfolding as the Fed and Wojcicki keep everyone guessing!

📈 Bitcoin Jumps 6% to Hit 3-Week High with Huge Fed Decision in Focus Today
Crypto traders are already eyeing a bigger Fed rate cut, but don’t get too comfy—it’s far from guaranteed. Bitcoin hit a three-week high at $61,300 before pulling back, and the next move could shake the whole market. Keep your head in the game, this ride’s about to get wild!

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Walmart (WMT)-owned Sam’s Club just announced a pay bump for 100,000 frontline workers, boosting hourly wages by 3% to 6%. Starting November, the average hourly rate will jump above $19. Funny enough, despite the good news for workers, WMT shares dropped over 2% on Tuesday.

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📈 What I’m Trading

The Play: $BTC Short (Big Bet) ✅

• Entry Zones: $61,800 - $63,600

• Stoploss: 4H Close Above $65,000

• Targets:

  • $59,000

  • $57,600

  • $55,600

  • $52,600

  • $49,600

This is not your typical scalp. Sherlock’s eyes are set on a bigger move, betting on the FOMC’s impact, which could push Bitcoin to revisit its lower support levels. He’s keeping it tight with a stop-loss above $65K to manage risk.

The idea here is to capitalize on the next major downside move while staying clear of the initial volatility spike.

The Catalyst

All eyes are on the FOMC meeting, which could very well be the most significant economic event of the year. The odds of a 50 bps rate cut have jumped to 65%. This is exactly what Sherlock's strategy is banking on. The potential rate cut could initially trigger a bullish spike, possibly pushing BTC to $61.8K-$62K. But here's where it gets interesting: Sherlock sees this as a prime "sell the news" event. The technicals are lining up with the macro, giving this short trade the green light.

Plus, we’ve tapped the 65% Fib level, and with this zone of interest already met, Sherlock's not leaving much to chance. The possibility of BTC sliding after this setup is why he's positioned for the impulsive drop below the trendline.

Our Take

This is a calculated short with multiple layers of confluence. The FOMC rate cut could be the very trigger for the downside move we've been waiting for. Technical analysis shows that Bitcoin has tested its previous support levels, creating the opportunity for a larger breakdown.

Notice on the chart how we've been trading within a rising wedge pattern, which tends to resolve downward. The confluence zone of $61.8K-$63.6K sits right at the resistance, and the probability of rejection is high, especially with a major news event in play. This trade has room for multiple take-profits at the targets mentioned, and Sherlock's anticipating a possible front-run with an impulsive drop, so patience is key here.

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✍ TL;DR

• Fed Rate Decision in Focus: Big event with a potential 25-50 bps rate cut on the table, causing market uncertainty.

• 23andMe Drama: All independent directors resigned, tanking the stock.

• Bitcoin Hits 3-Week High: BTC jumped to $61.3K but could face volatility with the Fed decision looming.

• Microsoft & BlackRock: Partnered on a $100 billion fund—serious investment moves.

• Walmart's Sam’s Club Pay Hike: Raised wages for 100,000 workers, but WMT shares dipped.

• Reddit User’s Massive Gain: Turned $2K into $266K through QQQ/SPY ODTE options—wild ride.

• Sherlock’s $BTC Short Play: Betting on a post-Fed market drop with entry at $61,800-$63,600 and targets down to $49,600.

Stay ahead, stay informed, and most importantly, stay profitable.

‘til next time,

TradingLab