TraderMerlin

TraderMerlin

By Merlin RothfeldBusinessInvesting
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TraderMerlin episodes

  • Crypto's BIG Day! - 07/17/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're unpacking today:

    🔹 🏛️ Capitol Hill Crypto Milestone

    • The GENIUS Act (stablecoin regulation) is making moves—Senate-approved, House -approved. It would require full-reserve backing and monthly audits for stablecoin issuers.
    • The Clarity Act just cleared the House, separating SEC vs. CFTC oversight—truly historic for crypto market structure.

    🔹 💼 Market Moves & Earnings Insight

    • We'll review key earnings reports that are rattling both equity and crypto markets.

    🔹 🍬 The HFCS Shift & Its Market Impact

    • Consumer brands are distancing from high fructose corn syrup. What does this pivot say about inflation, consumer spending, and trade flow disruptions?

    🔹 📈 Charting Trade Opportunities

    • We'll break down today's live setups across stocks, crypto, and commodities—spotting trades with upside momentum.

    Bring your trading charts, questions, and your curiosity—we're connecting the dots from policy to price action.

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2 pm PT for a packed show of policy, profit plays, and pause-worthy moves.

    #TraderMerlin #CryptoWeek #GENIUSAct #ClarityAct #Stablecoins #CryptoRegulation #EarningsUpdate #HighFructoseCornSyrup #TradeSetups #LiveTrading #MarketAnalysis #FinancialPodcast #DigitalAssets

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

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    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    56 min
  • Trading Week Wrap Up! - 07/11/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're covering in this action-packed episode:

    • 🚀 Cryptocurrencies Continue Their Meteoric Rise
      • Bitcoin smashed through $118K this week—and I think more gains are ahead!
      • Ethereum is up 16%, Dogecoin +8%—could this be the start of a full-blown alt season?
    • 📈 Weekend Push Incoming?
      • With strong momentum into the weekend and crypto-friendly policy vibes, this episode explains why further upside is likely and shows what levels to watch.
    • 💼 My Trade Recap
      • We'll go through today's new setups, recent wins/losses and what to expect heading into next week.
    • 💬 Viewer Q&A: Dollar Index & Oil
      • DXY just bounced slightly—what does it signal for risk assets?
      • Oil's sideways pressure—how it connects to dollar strength and Russia Sanctions!

    If you're riding the crypto wave, watching macro signals, or just want actionable trade setups, this show is for you!

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2 pm PT – bring your charts and questions, and let's end the week strong.

    #TraderMerlin #TradingWeekWrapUp #BitcoinATH #CryptoRally #AltSeason #BTC #Ethereum #Dogecoin #DollarIndex #OilMarkets #WeekendTrading #LiveTrading #TradeReview #MarketMomentum #FinancialPodcast

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

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    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    57 min
  • Market Keeps Rolling! - 07/10/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're digging into today:

    📈 Bitcoin Surges to Record Highs

    • BTC just hit $113,822, marking back-to-back all-time highs on institutional inflows, Fed rate-cut expectations, and a weakening dollar
    • We'll unpack macro drivers, technical momentum, and if Bitcoin can push toward $140K

    🏦 S&P 500 Pauses Near Records

    • Strong equity rally continues as Nvidia hits $4 trillion market cap, pushing the S&P 500 to within sight of fresh highs
    • What's next for the broader market—can momentum hold or is a pullback due?

    📊 Nvidia & Tech Titans

    • Nvidia leads the AI charge at record valuations, but are we seeing signs of complacency in valuation metrics?

    💼 Your Viewer Q&A

    • Cold storage for crypto: Not a vault—it's your keys offline! We'll explain what actually happens
    • Dollar Index alert: How DXY weakness is fueling asset rallies (crypto, equities, commodities)

    🧰 My Trade Updates

    • Fresh setups I'm watching in BTC, tech, and risk assets
    • Chart breakouts, fades, and risk controls—tune in for real-time insights

    Tune in LIVE at 2pm PT—grab your charts and questions, and let's discuss how these record moves fit into your strategy.

    #TraderMerlin #BitcoinATH #SP500 #Nvidia #MarketMomentum #Crypto #ColdStorage #DollarIndex #LiveTrading #TechStocks #AI #TradingPodcast #MarketAnalysis #FinancialNews #InvestSmart #TradeSetup

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

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    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    59 min
  • Bitcoin: Back to All-Time Highs - 07/09/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what's on tap for today's episode:

    • 📈 Bitcoin Hits Fresh ATH (~$112K)
      • BTC just surpassed $112,000 on Coinbase—the highest on record amid tariff tensions and institutional ETF inflows
      • What's fueling the rally? We'll break down price action, catalysts, and next-level targets.
    • 🌐 Tariff Updates & Market Impact
      • Trump's looming trade measures—volatile copper, dollar swings, and equity ripples—are swinging markets
      • We'll connect the dots from trade policy to crypto flows and safe-haven assets.
    • 🏦 Powell Under Pressure
      • With inflation sticky and tariffs rising, the Fed's tether is getting tested—how Jerome Powell's next move could shift rates and risk sentiment.
    • 🪙 Robinhood's Tokenization Push
      • Robinhood's launching EU stock tokens backed by Layer-2 blockchain—part of a 150% YTD surge
      • What tokenized equities mean for crypto integration and retail trading dynamics.

    Come with your charts, crypto interest, and trade questions— we'll unpack macro themes, price action, and strategy in real time.

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2 pm PT—don't miss the breakdown!

    #TraderMerlin #BitcoinATH #CryptoRally #BitcoinHighs #Tariffs #FederalReserve #Powell #Robinhood #Tokenization #CryptoETFs #LiveTrading #FinancialPodcast #MarketOutlook #DigitalAssets #TradeWar #InflationInsights

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

    IG: TraderMerlin - https://www.instagram.com/tradermerlin/

    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    59 min
  • Are Layoffs Hurting the Market? - 07/08/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're covering in today's episode:

    • 📉 Viewer Question – Do Layoffs Signal Market Weakness?
      • Massive cuts announced:
        • Huge U.S. jobs cut YTD—highest since the pandemic
        • Major tech layoffs from Microsoft, Meta, Intel, Salesforce, and more—many tied to AI shifts
      • But jobless claims remain low—complicated labor picture ahead
      • We'll analyze how layoffs factor into slowing consumer demand, earnings pressure, and potential recessions.
    • Trump Weighs In: Copper & Pharma
      • Presidential comments pushing copper ("essential national asset") into the spotlight
      • Pharma under fire—what his rhetoric means for drug stocks and healthcare sector valuations
    • SEC Clears the Way for Crypto ETPs
      • New guidance makes way for spot crypto ETFs—including Trump Media's Blue-Chip Crypto ETF filing
      • What clarity means for BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP investment strategies
    • SpaceX Valuation Skyrockets
      • SpaceX reportedly slashes share price to institutional investors—implying a $400B+ private valuation.
      • We'll discuss where this places aerospace stocks and growth IPO appetite

    This show is packed with macro, market-moving narrative, and actionable trade ideas—don't miss it.

    🕑 Join us LIVE at 2 pm PT for analysis, charts, and a live Q&A on how layoffs, policy, and crypto clarity are shaping your world.

    #TraderMerlin #Layoffs #LaborMarket #TrumpComments #Copper #Pharma #CryptoETF #SEC #SpaceX #MarketImpact #LiveTrading #MarketAnalysis #FinancialPodcast #TradingStrategy

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

    IG: TraderMerlin - https://www.instagram.com/tradermerlin/

    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    59 min
  • Trade War. Round 2 - 07/07/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE Today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what's on deck for today's show:

    🔹 🌍 Global Trade War Update

    • July 9 tariff deadline looms as Trump issues notices to Japan, South Korea, Malaysia and warns BRICS allies—with tariffs now postponed to August 1 after partial deals.

    🔹 📉 Tesla Shock: Musk's "America Party" Hits Stock

    • Elon Musk's announcement of a new U.S. political party spooked investors, triggering a one‑day drop of 6–8% in Tesla shares to ~$289–295. We'll break down what it means for Tesla's focus—and for markets moving forward.

    🔹 🛠️ Long-Term View & Trade Strategies

    • How to position during trade escalations and geopolitical noise
    • Key levels and setups I'm watching for equity, forex, and commodity plays

    👀 Attend LIVE at 2 pm PT for in-depth analysis, chart breakdowns, and Q&A on navigating the second wave of global trade disruption—and the political shockwaves shaking tech markets.

    #TraderMerlin #TradeWar2 #TariffDeadline #TeslaStock #MuskPolitics #AmericaParty #GlobalTrade #LiveTrading #MarketStrategy #FinancialPodcast #GeopoliticalRisk #StockAnalysis #MacroMarkets #TechStocks

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

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    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    55 min
  • Job Warning Signs? - 07/02/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE Today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're tackling on today's episode:

    • ⚠️ Latest Jobs Data: Red Flags
      • Private payrolls fell by 33,000 in June—the first drop since early 2023, signaling trouble in the labor market
      • Will this hint at slowing consumer demand or a brewing recession? We'll break it down.
    • 🌏 U.S.–Vietnam Trade Deal
      • Trump inked a Vietnam trade pact: 20% on imports, duty-free access for U.S. exports
      • What industries benefit? What it means for global supply chains and U.S. manufacturing
    • 💳 Robinhood's Digital Asset Expansion
      • Robinhood just launched tokenized stocks, EU crypto products, staking, Layer-2 blockchain, and perp futures
      • How this positions Robinhood at the center of the digital asset revolution
    • 📈 Bitcoin's Next Big Move
      • BTC is holding above $108K—analysts expect a 2–5% jump if support levels hold
      • We'll assess on-chain signals, chart patterns, and whether a fresh breakout is due

    🧠 We'll blend macro, trade ideas, and real strategy through the week's biggest market signals.

    🕑 Join us LIVE at 2 pm PT — bring your charts, questions, and portfolio as we map out what comes next.

    #TraderMerlin #JobsReport #LaborMarket #VietnamDeal #RobinhoodCrypto #Tokenization #BitcoinBreakout #MarketAlerts #LiveTrading #MacroAnalysis #FinancialPodcast #TradeStrategy #DigitalAssets #EconomicWarningSigns

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

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    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    53 min
  • Big Beautiful Bill?! - 07/01/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Here's what we're unpacking today:

    • 📜 Decoding the "Big Beautiful Bill"
      • Trump's sweeping tax and spending package—what's in it, and why critics call it a "$3.3T disaster"
      • Will it spur economic growth—or balloon the deficit for a generation?
    • ⚡ Elon Musk vs. Trump—Feud Returns
      • Musk slammed the bill as an "abomination" and the two are clashing again
      • Trump even threatened to "take a look" at deportation—where does this political drama go next?
    • 📉 Market Indecision & Macro Signals
      • Inflation expectations, bond yield swings, and whether fiscal uncertainty could tip markets into a chop zone

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2pm PT for sharp analysis, real-time Q&A, and the trades I'm watching right now!

    #TraderMerlin #BigBeautifulBill #TrumpVsMusk #FiscalPolicy #MarketVolatility #LiveTrading #FinancialPodcast #DebtBomb #TaxCuts #PoliticalFeud #TradeStrategy #EconomicNews #MacroMarkets

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

    IG: TraderMerlin - https://www.instagram.com/tradermerlin/

    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    46 min
  • Want To Be A Day Trader? - 06/30/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/pqKsMKp6SA

    LIVE today at 2 pm PT on Trader Merlin

    Think day trading is as simple as pressing "buy" and "sell"? Think again. On today's episode, I'll take you behind the scenes of what it REALLY takes to succeed as a day trader — from chart focus and discipline to risk management and relentlessly refining your edge.

    What we'll cover:

    • 📋 What day trading is (and isn't)
      • The unglamorous reality: screentime, drawdowns, and mental resilience
      • Why 90% of beginners fail—and how you can beat the odds
    • 📈 June's performance breakout
      • Your monthly wrap on profit, loss, and key lessons from the past few weeks
      • How I got disciplined on trade frequency, sizing, and setups
    • 🔍 Today's new trade entries
      • The setups I'm hunting now — from tech volatility to energy swings
      • Live chart walkthroughs of my triggers, stops, and targets
    • 🧠 Your questions
      • We'll touch on viewer questions about strategy, psychology, and staying consistent

    If you're dreaming of the day trading life, this show is a reality check. You'll walk away with a blueprint for success — and we're mapping it all out together.

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2 pm PT — grab your charts, bring your questions, and let's get honest about building your trading mindset.

    #TraderMerlin #DayTrading #LiveTrading #TradingPsychology #JunePerformance #TradeSetups #RiskManagement #MarketEducation #TradingStrategy #MomentumTrading #PriceAction #TradingMindset #FinancePodcast #ChartAnalysis

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

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    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    50 min
  • Trading Week Wrap Up - 06/27/25

    Discord Channel: https://discord.gg/GBsBRd2wYG

    Here's what we'll cover this week:

    • 🔥 Inflation Report: Core PCE rises
      • May's Fed-preferred inflation reading came in hotter-than-expected, pushing core PCE to 2.7% from 2.6%—will this slow the march toward Fed rate cuts?
      • Headline PCE ticked modestly as consumer spending fell, keeping markets alert for macro shifts.
    • 💬 Trump's Bitcoin Commentary
      • Donald Trump sounded off on Bitcoin again, causing another round of crypto volatility. Traders are watching every word from the former president.
    • 📈 Markets at Record Highs… With a Twist
      • The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new peaks early in the week, driven by trade-deal optimism and dovish Fed signals. But a late-week trade spat cooled things off briefly.
    • 📊 My Trade Recap: What Worked & What Didn't
      • I'll walk you through the trades I closed this week—win or lose—and share key lessons and setups I'm carrying into next week.

    🕑 Tune in LIVE at 2 pm PT for strategic breakdowns, chart analysis, and real-time trade ideas to navigate inflation, Fed noise, crypto buzz, and market records.

    #TraderMerlin #InflationWatch #PCE #CorePCE #TraderRecap #TrumpAndCrypto #BitcoinMoves #MarketHighs #SP500 #Nasdaq #TradeStrategy #FedWatch #LiveTrading #FinancePodcast #MacroMarkets #TradingWeekWrapUp

    Contact TraderMerlin:

    Email – [email protected]

    Follow TraderMerlin:

    Twitter: TraderMerlin - https://twitter.com/TraderMerlin

    IG: TraderMerlin - https://www.instagram.com/tradermerlin/

    FB: TraderMerlin - https://www.facebook.com/TraderMerlin

    Live Daily Show: - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCczw6L9MSllTvWDK1fNlLrg

    Trading Applications used:

    - Clik

    - TradeStation

    - Tradingview

    58 min

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