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☕️ GM Munchers! This is Pip Munch and the markets this week are serving drama like a reality TV show—FOMC minutes, European inflation, and Bitcoin teasing $100K like it’s the season finale.

Let’s see how we can cash in on some pips. 🍽️ 

On today’s menu:

• How to Crush the Holiday Markets 🎄💸

• Black Friday Sneak Peek 😏 

• Your Weekly Market Outlook 🧵 

How to Crush the Holiday Markets 🎄💸

The holidays are almost here! 🥳 

People are decking the halls, sipping mulled wine, and planning their end-of-year vacations.

But you? You’re a trader.

And the holiday season is prime time for market moves—if you know how to play it.

Here’s your cheat sheet to crushing the holiday markets like a pro. 🧵 

1️⃣ Gold’s Famous Holiday Bull Run 🏆

Santa might be bringing gifts, but historically, he’s also delivering some serious XAUUSD gains.

• Gold often rallies to close out the year, and this isn’t just by chance.

• Uncertainty + year-end positioning = a shiny opportunity for traders.

If you’re not keeping an eye on gold right now, you’re missing out.

This is the time to study the charts and prep your setups. Gold’s moves can be golden for your account balance.

2️⃣ Year-End Investment Rebalancing = Wild Swings 🤹‍♂️

Here’s a fun fact: Hedge funds and institutional investors rebalance their portfolios before the clock strikes midnight on December 31.

• What does this mean for us? Irrational price movements.

• Stocks might drop or surge for no good reason. Currency pairs could whip around like they’re auditioning for a roller coaster commercial.

The play: If there’s no change in the fundamentals, don’t panic. Hold steady, or better yet, capitalize on the weird swings. That’s where opportunity lives for traders who stay cool under pressure.

3️⃣ Prop Firm Challenges in the Holiday Season? Absolutely. 🎯

Some traders avoid prop firm challenges during the holidays, like they’re avoiding Aunt Carol’s fruitcake.

But guess what?

My very first FTMO challenge was taken during the holidays—November 20th to December 20th. I passed, and it set the tone for my trading journey.

Here’s the truth:

• The last 1-2 weeks of December? Dead zone. But before that? The markets are alive and kicking.

• The holiday season doesn’t mean you can’t crush a challenge—it just means you need to plan smartly.

If you’ve been waiting for the “perfect” time, newsflash: it doesn’t exist. ❌ 

But this time of year can absolutely be a winning season for you if you go for it.

4️⃣ Volatility Is Your Best Friend 🌀

Right now, the markets are buzzing:

• Bitcoin is flirting with all-time highs.

• Stocks are riding high like they just got a holiday bonus.

• Volatility is off the charts in all the best ways.

This type of momentum only happens a few times a year. When the markets move like this, you’ve got two options:

1. Jump in and ride the wave.

2. Watch from the sidelines and kick yourself later.

Spoiler: Option 1 is better for your account balance.

5️⃣ The Holiday Hustle Mindset 💪

Here’s the big takeaway:

• The holidays aren’t just about family dinners and ugly sweaters. They’re about seizing the unique opportunities this season brings.

• Whether it’s riding the gold bull run, navigating year-end swings, or finally taking that prop firm challenge, there’s money to be made.

The markets don’t take holidays—so why should you?

And who knows? If you crush the markets now, you might just be able to splurge on some extra holiday gifts—or a well-deserved vacation.

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Big Week Ahead: FOMC Minutes + Euro Inflation 💥

The holiday season may be creeping up, but the markets? They’re not slowing down one bit.

This week has a couple of spicy events that could shake things up—so let’s dive in.

1️⃣ FOMC Minutes – Tuesday, Nov. 25 @ 2 PM EST

The Fed’s minutes are dropping tomorrow, and you know what that means: potential fireworks.

• Everyone will be watching to see if there are any hints about future rate moves.

• A hawkish tone? Risk-off sentiment could send the USD higher and equities lower.

• Dovish vibes? The market may go full-on Santa rally mode.

Play this smart: Set your alerts and be ready for some quick moves in USD pairs and indices.

2️⃣ European Inflation Rate – Friday, Nov. 29

Eurozone inflation data hits the wires, and it’s expected to jump from 2% to 2.4%. That’s not exactly great news for the ECB—or for anyone holding EUR.

• If inflation spikes higher, expect more chatter about rate hikes.

• If it surprises lower, the EUR could catch a break.

Eyes on EUR pairs: EUR/USD, EUR/JPY, and EUR/GBP will be prime candidates for volatility.

3️⃣ Equities & Crypto: The Sentiment Drivers 📈

With only two major economic events on the calendar, the market’s mood will largely depend on what equities and crypto decide to do.

• Bitcoin is this close to $100K (just 2% away!). Will it finally break that milestone this week?

• Stocks are riding high, but will they hold their momentum, or is a pullback brewing?

Pro Tip: Watch Bitcoin and the S&P 500 as barometers for risk sentiment. When they move, so does the market.

The Bottom Line

It’s a lighter week on the economic calendar, but don’t let your guard down.

The FOMC minutes and European inflation numbers could deliver serious action—and Bitcoin might just steal the show.

Set your charts, stay nimble, and as always, keep munching those pips.

Cheers,
Mr.Pip 📈

☕️ Pre-Market Fuel

1. What’s driving the price of Bitcoin? Nice read from Chamath.

2. Some controversial thoughts. This is non-trading related, but it might make you think. Or it will just make you angry, lol.

3. Warren Buffett continues to load up on cash. This chart is pretty mindblowing.

🍪 Munchy Memes

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