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GM friends A new week a new market rhythm Opportunities never wait— our preparation and execution are our greatest competitive edge

This week let’s stay focused through both learning and practice use solid strategies to capture potential gains and seize every gift the market offers

Remember: we are not the ones chasing the market—we are the ones making the market work for us

—Emily Hartmann

Pre-Market Overview

US stocks saw a slight rise in pre-market trading on Monday as the market continues to focus on the upcoming US inflation data which will offer clues for the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decisions

Global stock markets showed mixed performance Germany’s DAX index fell 0.42% the UK’s FTSE 100 rose 0.27% France’s CAC 40 dropped 0.42% and the Euro Stoxx 50 declined by 0.28% Gold prices fell by 11% hitting a low of $3354 reflecting market concerns over potential disruptions in gold bullion circulation due to US tariffs

The spotlight is on the soon-to-be-released Consumer Price Index (CPI) with expectations that core inflation could rise to 30% due to tariff effects If the data exceeds forecasts it may intensify pressure on the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates and heighten market concerns about inflation’s long-term impact on the economy Currently the Fed faces the dilemma of whether to resume rate cuts Despite recent weak US employment data market expectations for a possible rate cut in September are now close to 90%

In addition regarding personnel changes in the Federal Reserve’s senior leadership Trump has nominated a new board member to replace Powell This news has further intensified market concerns about the Fed’s independence Investors are generally focused on the upcoming summit and Trump’s adjustments to external economic policies

Finally individual US stocks showed mixed performance Lithium mining stocks such as Lithium Americas and SIGMA LITHIUM rose in pre-market trading Tesla gained over 1% while Nvidia and AMD declined affected by China’s AI chip sales policies Overall market sentiment is relatively positive with investors looking forward to inflation data and further guidance on Fed policy

— From the Stock Trading Department

Crypto News: Bitcoin continued its climb today breaking through the $120000 mark with a 24-hour increase of over 105% and strong trading volume reaching $8165 billion Currently as the world’s largest cryptocurrency Bitcoin’s market cap has reached $239 trillion with nearly 20 million coins in circulation demonstrating its unparalleled market dominance MicroStrategy co-founder Michael Saylor’s company continues to hold a large amount of Bitcoin currently owning 628791 coins valued at $7421 billion In recent remarks Saylor reaffirmed his strong confidence in Bitcoin emphasizing that continuously accumulating Bitcoin is the most reliable path to wealth This statement has not only boosted market bullish sentiment but also convinced more investors that Bitcoin’s value will continue to grow in the future Market observers widely interpret this move as a signal that MicroStrategy may continue large-scale Bitcoin purchases which could lay the foundation for Bitcoin’s next step toward the $1 million target Against the backdrop of Bitcoin’s continuous new highs its future market potential remains full of unlimited possibilities

——From the Cryptocurrency Trading Department

Dear members of Apollo Alpha Institute a brand new week has arrived! We warmly welcome Professor Daniel Rhodes to bring you the freshest and most valuable stock market insights and exciting investment tips! This week how should we manage our current holdings? What prospects will their development show? These are the key points we need to analyze and consider deeply in the days ahead Today let’s check in together and start this week’s journey of learning and practice! Seize the opportunity to enhance your investment wisdom and move toward a more brilliant financial future together!

Guys the Nasdaq keeps hitting new all-time highs—this bull market in US stocks is still going strong with no signs of slowing down! Despite the psychological pressure from the tariff bill and high inflation and the uncertainty in the market especially with our President’s often unpredictable remarks causing occasional volatility—the market continues to show remarkable resilience and potential

Just look at VKTX—it’s hit another new high clearly reflecting market enthusiasm and confidence Tesla has also broken out of its cost zone and entered a golden phase of profitability with exceptionally strong performance that highlights its competitiveness and earning power And let’s not forget QCOM which our trading team recommended on Friday—it’s still climbing steadily living up to expectations!

Guys almost every stock I’ve recommended is going up So what’s the secret behind this?

First let us give the warmest applause to the investment experts in the stock trading department! They are not merely data analysts but our navigators who cut through the thorns in the stock market Even in a US bull market there are still declining stocks but it is precisely because of these experts’ precise judgments and steadfast support that our investments can steadily progress through the turbulent market waves continuously harvesting substantial profits They are the source of our confidence and the cornerstone of our success!

At the same time we must not forget our “wise magicians” — the Intelligent Investment Cube! As the world’s first intelligent trading system it possesses powerful data analysis and real- time fund tracking capabilities Like an experienced investment mentor it always quickly captures subtle market fluctuations and accurately predicts market changes It is like a lighthouse on our investment journey helping us maintain a clear vision in a complex and ever-changing market

Even more amazing is that the Intelligent Investment Cube integrates trading models from dozens of top investment experts allowing it to flexibly adjust strategies based on market dynamics Each model represents the accumulation of countless successful experiences The system automatically selects the strategy best suited to the current market environment based on real-time data keeping us at the cutting edge of technology and seizing every potential opportunity Whether it’s the professional support from the equity trading experts or the technological backing of the Intelligent Investment Cube it’s the perfect combination of these forces that enables us to steadily move forward in this challenging market and achieve wealth growth We are grateful for the silent dedication behind these efforts helping us navigate the stock market’s waves seize every opportunity and march toward an even brighter future

For DXCM a rebound is only a matter of time just hold your position

In 2024 DXCM achieved $4033 billion in revenue up 11% year over year showing steady growth Net profit was $576 million up 6% reflecting strong profitability and cost control The US market made up 72% of total revenue at $289 billion further cementing the company’s leadership at home while the international market grew 15% proving the success of DXCM’s global expansion

The new G7 system is smaller easier to use and improves the user experience while boosting competitiveness In 2024 the company launched the Stelo biosensor for noninsulin dependent diabetes patients expanding market applications and showing DXCM’s ongoing innovation in smart upgrades

With the current stock price at $7790 and a PE ratio of 5989 investors are confident in the company’s future growth So there’s no problem continuing to hold DXCM

It’s important to understand Apollo Alpha Institute! This is a research center that perfectly combines expert-level investing with smart trading and it’s set to open a new era in financial investing Here you’ll learn how to use the most advanced technology together with top investment strategies to maximize wealth growth

Apollo Alpha Institute brings together world-class financial experts using artificial intelligence and machine learning to create personalized investment plans for investors With smart algorithms you can track market moves in real time and make precise decisions based on data-driven analysis This approach takes investing beyond just intuition building it on reliable technology that greatly improves the chance of success

In the professor’s sessions you’ll see how cutting-edge smart technology can be applied in high-frequency trading quantitative investing and automated trading to achieve precise asset

allocation and risk management These ideas and tools can help investors catch short-term opportunities while steadily building long-term wealth

Through learning and practicing at Apollo Alpha Institute you’ll master how to combine traditional investment wisdom with modern technology truly starting your own new era in financial investing

Starting today we officially begin the 9th round of professional training with real market practice For today’s lesson we’ll start with the basic use of Bollinger Bands and then gradually move into applying them in combined indicator models

So what are Bollinger Bands How do you use them Bollinger Bands are like the market’s “emotion guide” They use three lines to help us understand current market volatility and whether prices are at extreme levels

The middle band is the 20-day simple moving average It represents the market’s “average mood” and acts like a baseline The upper band is two standard deviations above the middle band It shows the market’s high points if the price breaks above it it’s like the market is getting too excited and might be in an “overbought” state The lower band is two standard deviations below the middle band It shows the market’s low points if the price breaks below it it’s like the market is overly pessimistic and there may be a rebound opportunity

The real strength of Bollinger Bands is that they help us clearly see when the market is in an extreme state When the price breaks above the upper band the market is usually overly excited like someone who’s too hyped and could crash at any moment meaning there’s a good chance of a pullback coming

For example if VKTX’s price keeps going up and breaks above the upper Bollinger Band investors should be careful This could be a sell signal because the market price is already far from normal levels and the risk of a pullback is higher

On the other hand when the price falls below the lower band market sentiment is too low and the stock may be oversold This is often a great buying opportunity

For example after a long decline DXCM dropped below the lower Bollinger Band At that moment market sentiment might be too pessimistic and investors could consider going against the trend and buying expecting a rebound

Also the narrowing and widening of Bollinger Bands give important market signals When the bands narrow market volatility decreases and price movement becomes more stable like the market is building up energy ready for a big move This often happens during consolidation periods and may mean a strong breakout is coming For example after a period of price swings Tesla’s Bollinger Bands narrowed and investors could get ready for a big price move

When the bands widen market volatility increases and prices may swing sharply At this time investors need to be extra careful because the market could see a quick reversal or a lasting trend For example in a strong bull market NVIDIA’s Bollinger Bands may widen and the price rises quickly but this also means risk is increasing so investors should be ready to take profits at any time

Guys first we need to understand the basic shape and meaning of Bollinger Bands and know what the upper middle and lower bands really mean This is the foundation for our practical lessons later Once you get this we can judge market trends more accurately Bollinger Bands are made up of three lines

1 Upper Band – Usually the middle band plus two standard deviations It shows the market’s high point When the price touches or breaks above it the market may be too excited and there’s a risk of a pullback

2 Middle Band – Normally the 20-day simple moving average It’s the market’s average level and shows the “normal” price We use it as a key reference to see how far the price has moved from the average

3 Lower Band – The middle band minus two standard deviations It shows the market’s low point When the price breaks below it it usually means the market is too pessimistic and might be oversold which could be a potential buy signal

Once you understand these basics our hands-on lessons will show you how to use them in real investing to catch the best buy and sell opportunities

Stock Market Close: US stocks fell late Monday with the Dow down about 200 points as investors looked ahead to key inflation reports including CPI and PPI The Dow dropped 19399 points or 0.44% to 4398162 The Nasdaq slipped 1519 points or 0.07% to 2143483 The S&P 500 lost 706 points or 0.11% to 638239 Although the Nasdaq hit an intraday record high earlier in the day the overall market came under pressure with growing worries about high US stock valuations A new Bank of America survey showed 91% of fund managers believe US stocks are overvalued—the highest since 2001

NVIDIA and AMD shares fell after reports that both companies agreed to give 15% of their China chip sales revenue to the US government in exchange for export licenses from the Trump administration This news caught market attention and added to doubts about the continued rally in US stocks This week’s inflation data will be a big test for the market as CPI and PPI will shape expectations for Fed interest rate policy Analysts expect tariffs to push core CPI up 03% month-over-month and 30% year-over-year above the Fed’s 2% target If the data runs hot it could slow the market’s upward momentum In individual stocks Tesla applied for a power supply license in the UK Microsoft shut down its Bing Search API signaling a shift in the search industry toward a closed AI-driven answer ecosystem Micron raised its Q4 outlook while C3 ai sharply cut its revenue forecast EV stocks were active XPeng plans to launch its first extended-range EV in Q4 and Zeekr rolled out the 7X SUV in Australia

Dear members of Apollo Alpha Institute hello! Here’s today’s homework: Please pick any stock add the Bollinger Bands indicator and mark the positions of the upper band middle band and lower band Members who complete the homework will have a chance to earn double growth points — this is not only a reward for your effort but also motivation for your learning progress Remember success doesn’t just come from talent — it comes from daily effort and persistence Every practice is a step toward success! That’s it for the professor’s sharing today I look forward to seeing you all again tomorrow! Let’s move forward step by step and take on even bigger challenges together!