Next Day Prep

The S&P 500 closed flat but masked one of the year’s most volatile sessions, with U.S.-Israel strikes on Iran sending defense stocks surging and cruise lines cratering on the same day. The hosts break down why thin breadth tells a darker story than the headline index, which setups actually worked and why, and how to... The post Next Day Prep #216: Flat Close, Hidden Chaos: Navigating Geopolitical Volatility – Monday 3/2/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

NVIDIA posted record earnings and got sold off — but the real story is what the rest of the market did. The team breaks down the semiconductor selloff, the rotation into software and small-caps, and three setups that tell the whole story. Then they build the full PCE playbook: exact S&P levels, bull and bear... The post Next Day Prep #214: NVIDIA’s Punishment and the Rotation Signal: Your PCE Playbook – Thursday 2/26/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

The S&P 500 posted a 0.8% gain but equal-weight performance told a different story — mega-caps did all the work while the average stock barely moved. With NVIDIA reporting after the close, the team breaks down what the $195 price level signals, which setups actually worked today versus which ones were traps, and exactly how... The post Next Day Prep #213: NVIDIA’s Final Exam: One Stock, One Night, One Level – Wednesday 2/25/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

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📊 The podcast discusses the market's reaction to the recent FOMC minutes and highlights key sector movements and earnings surprises. (00:00) Introduction: A recap of the market's resilient response to the hawkish FOMC minutes and notable sector rotations. (00:43) Market Resilience: Analysis of the market's strong rebound post the Fed announcement and the underlying demand in play. (01:19) Software Sector Surge: Exploring the reasons behind the sudden surge in Software stocks and the impact of key upgrades. (01:56) Energy Sector: Discussion on the geopolitical tensions driving the Energy sector's performance and the implications for consumers. (02:31) Surprising Earnings: Examining the unexpected market reaction to earnings misses and the prioritization of forward-looking metrics. (03:12) Tactical Setup: A look at the technical levels and key areas to watch for potential market moves. (03:38) Market Indicators: Insight into the VIX, yield movements, and sector rotation signals shaping market sentiment. (04:02) Economic Calendar Preview: Highlights of upcoming data releases and earnings reports influencing market direction. (04:23) Closing Thoughts: Emphasizing the need for caution amidst bullish sentiments and the importance of price confirmation in trading decisions. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Software Stocks Surge Hidden Signals Unveiled – Wednesday 2/18/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

📻 Episode Summary: Exploring the market's post-holiday action, from tech rebounds to activist footprints, and setting up for tomorrow's trading session. (00:00) Intro to Post-Holiday Market Insights (00:33) Tech Rebounds: V-Shaped Recovery in Technology (01:13) Rotation Out of Defensive Names: Consumer Staples Under Fire (01:46) Activist Footprints: Impactful Moves by Institutional Investors (02:24) eToro's Unexpected Surge: Diversified Trading Success Story (02:56) Oil's Geopolitical Influence: Energy Sector Fluctuations (03:29) Chart Analysis: Key Levels for S&P 500 & QQQ (04:03) Tactical Setups and Earnings Preview for Tomorrow 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai 🐦 Twitter: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 🎙 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Tech Bounce Ignites Surge Apple Leads Way – Tuesday 2/17/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

# Summary: This episode of "Next Day Prep" dives into the market's reaction to the latest CPI print, semiconductor industry insights, and tactical analysis for the upcoming trading week. (00:00) Intro: Welcome to Next Day Prep - What We Are Watching Tomorrow! Delve into the market activity following the recent CPI data release and strategic insights for the next trading sessions. (00:25) A Divergent Friday: Exploring the divergence in market behavior post-CPI announcement, impacting major indices differently. (01:02) Market Rotation: Understanding the market's rotation dynamics influencing Tech stocks and rate-sensitive sectors amid changing inflation expectations. (01:46) Applied Materials Surge: Analyzing the significant growth and impactful predictions from Applied Materials' earnings report. (02:23) Semiconductor Outlook: Examining the positive industry forecast, emphasizing the ongoing AI infrastructure expansion and its implications for traders. (03:01) Tactical Analysis: Setting the stage for the upcoming trading week post-President's Day closure, focusing on crucial support and resistance levels in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100. (03:57) Quick Movers and Rotation Strategy: Reviewing recent stock movements, highlighting the defensive sector's strength, and the significance of support levels for potential market shifts. (04:14) Conclusion: Prepare for the trading week ahead, monitor key levels, and stay alert for market developments shaping the week's trading landscape. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Semiconductor Boom Signals Market Shift – Friday 2/13/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

The podcast episode is focused on analyzing the market dynamics of February 12, 2026. The episode covers major sell-offs pre-January CPI, the impact on various indices, key themes in the market including AI disruption and defensive rotations, and technical levels to watch for the next trading day. (00:00) Intro/Market Pulse: Discuss the late-day flush, the "Risk-off" sentiment ahead of CPI. (00:52) The AI Double-Edged Sword: Delve into the impact of AI disruption beyond boosting tech, focusing on logistics crash. (01:28) Tech Wreck: Highlight the struggles in the tech sector with examples like AppLovin and Cisco. (02:02) The Outlier (The Alpha): Analyze the standout performance of Fastly and the reasons behind its massive move. (02:36) Defensive Rotation & Macro: Explore the shift towards defensive sectors and the macro impact, including oil prices. (03:08) The Setup (Next Day Prep): Discuss the technical levels to monitor for SPY and QQQ in preparation for the upcoming market movement. (03:51) Wrap: Conclude with insights on volatility and trading strategies for the next trading session. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai 🕊️ Twitter: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: TechBlood & FastBucks Prep 4 CPI Storm – Thursday 2/12/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Episode Summary:** Today's episode of "Next Day Prep – What We Are Watching Tomorrow" delves into the market's reaction to strong job growth, bond market dynamics, sector rotations, and earnings surprises, offering insights on possible market shifts and technical levels to watch. **Episode Outline:** (00:21) Introduction to the Wednesday session - A tug-of-war in the markets (00:51) Impact of the January jobs report and bond market reaction (01:30) Rotation from mega-cap tech to hardware and semiconductor strength (02:08) Analysis of software versus hardware performance (02:40) Earnings reactions - Generac's strength and Robinhood's weakness (03:12) Zillow's sell-off and the debate on recovery play potential (03:50) Technical levels for the next trading day and volatility signals 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai 🐦 Twitter: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Tech Sell-Off Ignites Semiconductor Surge – Wednesday 2/11/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

📈 The episode focuses on analyzing the market movements, sector rotations, standout stock performances, and upcoming data events impacting trading decisions. (00:00) Introduction to Market Movements (00:35) Nasdaq under pressure, Dow hits record high (01:12) Rotation from tech to Utilities and Real Estate sectors (01:57) Utilities sector standout performance (02:22) Catalyst behind Utilities sector strength (02:40) Real Estate sector response to housing news (03:04) Impact of Tech stall on active traders (03:30) Datadog's exceptional performance and narrative (04:01) Consumer sector analysis post flat Retail Sales data (04:30) Preparing for future sessions and potential plays (05:15) Insight into upcoming data docket and implications (05:50) Conclusion and well-wishes for trading success 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Tech Rotation Awakens Utilities & Real Estate – Tuesday 2/10/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Summary:** In this episode of "Next Day Prep" by WaveRider.ai, hosts reflect on a challenging trading day amid significant market declines and intense sector movements. They delve into the impact of key events on mega-cap stocks and analyze potential trade setups for the following day, emphasizing the importance of staying responsive to market dynamics. **Episode Outline:** (00:00) Introduction to Episode's Theme (00:21) Recap of Market Performance: Mega-Cap Stocks and Sector Overview (01:11) Tech Sector Analysis: Alphabet's Earnings and Market Reaction (01:53) Market-wide Impact: Tech Sector Decline and Profit-taking Activities (02:32) Market Extremes: Consumer Discretionary and Materials Sectors (03:14) Cryptocurrency Market Turmoil and Equity Spillover (03:48) Spotting Market Survivors: Defensive Stocks and Performance Dynamics (04:29) WaveRider Analysis and Index Review: Support and Resistance Levels (05:02) Looking Ahead: Market Sentiment, VIX, and Active Trading Strategies **Promotional Footer:** 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: S&P 500 Breaches 50-Day MA In Negative Territory – Thursday 2/05/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Podcast Summary:** In this episode of "Next Day Prep - What We Are Watching Tomorrow," the hosts analyze the market's split behavior, discuss the significant impact of rotation on various sectors, and preview key events and earnings reports for the upcoming trading session. **(00:00) Introduction:** The hosts delve into the market dynamics and notable sector rotations shaping the trading landscape. **(00:28) Split Tape and Market Indices:** - Discussion on the contrasting performance of growth stocks and major indices. - Observations on the dramatic shifts in wealth across different sectors. **(01:06) Market Technicals and S&P 500:** - Analysis of the S&P 500's critical technical levels and recent market reactions. - Insights into the potential implications of breaching key moving averages. **(01:50) AMD Earnings Fallout:** - Examination of AMD's post-earnings stock plummet despite strong financial results. - Exploration of market expectations and reactions in the semiconductor sector. **(02:30) Sector Rotation: Energy and Materials:** - Overview of the market flight to safety and key sectors experiencing notable gains. - Highlighting the performance of Energy and Materials stocks amid ongoing market shifts. **(03:05) Spotlight on Healthcare:** - Noteworthy developments in the healthcare sector, particularly the performance of Eli Lilly and Amgen. - Discussion on the defensive strategy of traders amidst the changing market landscape. **(03:35) Market Preview - Thursday's Outlook:** - Preview of upcoming macroeconomic data releases and significant earnings reports for the following trading day. - Anticipation of market movers such as Bristol Myers Squibb, ConocoPhillips, and Amazon. **(04:05) Quick Hits - Stock Upgrades and Downgrades:** - Rapid insights into recent stock upgrades and downgrades affecting market sentiment. - Recommendations on monitoring key technical levels and sector shifts for informed trading decisions. **(04:34) Conclusion:** Closing remarks and reminders for traders to stay vigilant and adapt to evolving market conditions. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Market Insight Tech Bloodbath, Dow Defies What’s Safe Now? – Wednesday 2/04/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Podcast Summary:** Welcome to "Next Day Prep - What We Are Watching Tomorrow!" as we dissect the aftermath of a turbulent end to January 2026 in the financial markets. **(00:00) Introduction to Post-January Market Analysis:** - A review of the S&P 500 and Nasdaq's performance amid notable shifts and reactions. **(00:53) Mega-Cap Earnings Reactions:** - Exploration of market fatigue and the significance of mega-cap tech earnings reactions. **(01:36) Sector Analysis and Capital Rotation:** - Delving into the unexpected winners and losers within different sectors based on market dynamics. **(02:18) Commodity Market Shock:** - Discussion on the drastic movements in gold, silver, and the implications for the commodities sector. **(02:59) Fed Chair Nomination Impact:** - The market's response to the nomination of Kevin Warsh as the new Fed Chair and its effect on bond yields. **(03:24) Noteworthy Stock Performances:** - Highlights of remarkable stock movements, including DECK's exceptional rise and Tesla's volatile behavior. **(04:06) Looking Ahead to Earnings and Market Strategy:** - Anticipation for upcoming earnings reports and strategic insights for navigating the market in the coming days. **(04:20) Preparing for Trading:** - Tactical considerations and trading setups to navigate the potential challenges and opportunities in the market. **(04:31) Conclusion and Insights:** - Final words of wisdom and encouragement for traders amidst the evolving market conditions. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai 🐦 Twitter: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Tech Nervous, Staples Shine Commodity Crash Alert – Friday 1/30/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Episode Summary:** Exploring the market turmoil and diverging performances driven by mega-cap earnings as discussed on "Next Day Prep." **Episode Outline:** (00:21) **Intro:** Unpacking the "CapEx Conundrum" impact on MSFT and META. (00:52) **Market Pulse:** Analyzing MSFT vs. META's market divergence highlighting the importance of guidance. (01:19) **Sector Rotation:** Tech decline but shining sectors like Comm Services and Consumer Discretionary. (01:47) **Technical Deep Dive:** Insightful WaveRider analysis on SPY's stability and late-day buying. (02:15) **Actionable Setups:** Detailed review of breakout opportunities in RCL, NUE, MOD, and EQIX. (02:41) **Macro/Commodities:** Noting the oil price spike, yield decrease, and their market implications. (03:01) **Closing:** Previewing Apple's upcoming earnings and setting the stage for Friday's trading. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Meta Crushes CapEx, RCL Shines Next Day Trades – Thursday 1/29/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Episode Summary:** In this episode of "Next Day Prep - What We Are Watching Tomorrow," the hosts review market movements on January 28th, 2026, highlighting significant tech breakouts, FOMC meeting outcomes, and mega-cap earnings anticipation. **Episode Outline:** (00:00) Introduction to Market Action Recap (00:35) Market's Calm Surface vs. Active Undercurrent (01:14) The Impact of FOMC Meeting and Powell's Decisions (02:00) Seagate Technology's Surprising Stock Surge (02:45) Western Digital's Sympathy Play Strategy (03:20) Intel's Unexpected Rise and Market Rumors (03:54) Anticipation Surrounding Mega-Cap Earnings (04:30) WaveRider Data and Market Sentiment (04:52) Sector Focus: Tech, Defense, Gold, and Energy (04:20) Stock-Specific Moves in Amphenol and Texas Instruments (04:55) Closing Remarks and Tomorrow's Game Plan 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: AI Infrastructure Seagate’s Explosive Surge – Wednesday 1/28/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

# Episode Summary: Analyzing market dynamics, earnings reports, and upcoming FOMC decisions to navigate trading opportunities and risks. (00:00) Introduction to market dynamics: S&P 500 hits record highs, revealing a split-screen market scenario. (00:35) Divergence in market performance: Tech sector drives S&P 500 and Nasdaq while Dow Jones faces challenges, notably in healthcare. (01:18) Impact of healthcare sector struggles: Discussion on UnitedHealth and Humana's significant decline and market reactions. (02:04) Tech sector resilience: Tech giants and their anticipated performance heading into earnings season. (02:48) Commvault Systems analysis: Understanding the nuances of headline beats and underlying growth metrics. (03:24) Previewing the FOMC decision: Market expectations and potential volatility factors surrounding Chair Powell's press conference. (03:49) Tactical insights on market rotation: Observations on Defense sector and key stock movements to watch. (04:06) Opportunities beyond Defense: Analysis of Gold and semiconductor stock, Amphenol, with notable trading setups. (04:44) Impact of Consumer Confidence data: Discussion on market perspectives versus economic data and trading strategies. (05:14) Closing thoughts and trading outlook: Emphasis on managing risk, monitoring key levels, and staying adaptable in trading strategies. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Tech Surge, Healthcare Plunge Market’s Clear Divide – Tuesday 1/27/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Episode Summary:** In this episode of "Next Day Prep," the hosts provide insights into the market's deceptive behavior, weighted towards Mega-caps. They discuss the strategic aspects of IONQ's acquisition of SkyWater, caution on technical levels, and highlight actionable trade setups in various sectors. **Episode Outline:** - (00:00) **Introduction**: Discussing the deceptive market behavior with a focus on Mega-caps and upcoming earnings excitement. - (01:12) **Macro/Sector Breakdown**: Highlighting the split market performance and the impact of Mega-cap leaders vs. struggling small caps and chips. - (02:08) **The Big Story**: Analyzing the implications of IONQ acquiring SkyWater Technology on the market dynamics and volatility. - (02:52) **Technical Pulse**: Reviewing key resistance and support levels for SPY and QQQ, emphasizing caution amid late-day fade and increasing volatility. - (03:30) **Actionable Setups (The Meat)**: Detailing potential breakout opportunities in real estate, biotech, industrials, and cautionary notes on crypto and late-day tech fade. - (04:06) **Outro**: Providing final insights and encouraging traders to stay nimble and vigilant in their trading strategies. 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Market Insights Mega-cap Surge, TSLA Alert! – Monday 1/26/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.

**Summary:** In this episode of "Next Day Prep, What We Are Watching Tomorrow" by WaveRider.ai, the hosts discuss the market's relief rally following a calm period with no major negative news, strong performances by mega-cap stocks, sector leaders, and pockets of weakness in certain sectors. They analyze key technical levels for the next trading session, interpret late-session volume spikes, and share strategic insights on where the money is flowing. The episode ends with a preview of upcoming economic data releases and earnings reports that could impact market direction. **Episode Outline:** (00:00) Introduction and Market Recap (00:55) Relief Rally Details and Lack of Bad News (01:39) Focus on Mega-Cap Performances (02:16) Selective Sector Leadership and Earnings Positioning (02:52) Sector Weaknesses and Market Disasters (03:34) Analyzing Technical Support and Resistance Levels (04:12) Late-Session Volume Spike and Caution Indicators (04:49) Tactical Watchlist for Friday Session (05:28) Preview of Upcoming Data Releases and Earnings Reports 🚀 Want to learn more? Subscribe to our podcast for more trading insights! 🎧✨ 📌 Follow us on: 📸 IG: @waverider.ai X: @WaveRiderAI 🌐 Website: podcast.waverider.ai 📢 Podcast: Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Amazon Music 📩 Newsletter: Sign up for exclusive trading insights The post Next Day Prep: Mega-Caps Flex Tesla & Meta Lead Charge – Thursday 1/22/2026 first appeared on WaveRider Reads: Trading Books Unpacked.