Proflex Market Update - Wk 33​
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Liquidity Surges | AI Dominance Unabated | Geopolitical Gold Rush

The S&P 500 is hovering near an all-time high, with the Nasdaq in similar territory, signaling robust weekly gains across the board.
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The market’s “uninterrupted” climb despite new tariff concerns is not a sign of investor complacency, but rather a testament to overwhelming liquidity.

After the steepest contraction in 65 years, M2 money supply is turning positive again, marking a potential inflection point in liquidity conditions that could fuel asset markets and economic activity ahead.
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Investors are increasingly optimistic, largely pricing in a quarter-point Federal Reserve rate cut by September, with whispers of two or even three by year-end, fueling the surge.
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Big Tech continues its relentless outperformance, anchoring the market’s rally with majority S&P 500 tech names beat estimates—a stronger performance than any other sector.
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The question isn't "if" the market pulls back, but "when" the external noise becomes loud enough to actually interrupt this powerful momentum.

Proflex All-Access Performance Highlights
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Performance Through Market Volatility

2025 has delivered everything from policy shifts to tariff concerns and ongoing macro uncertainty.
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Through it all, our disciplined approach to reading market dynamics and strategic options deployment has delivered strong results.

All-Access YTD Performance:

• Advanced Trader Portfolio: 64.47% (options strategies with hedged positions)
• Model Portfolio: 33.91% (equity-focused approach)
• S&P 500: 8.72% in the same tenure
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By staying ahead of policy developments, monetary shifts, and global trade dynamics, we've consistently identified high-probability setups.
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Our options strategies have capitalized on increased volatility while maintaining disciplined risk management.

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Key Drivers This Week
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Big Tech: The AI Narrative Fuels Unprecedented Spending

Big Tech continues its relentless outperformance, anchoring the market’s rally.
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​Q2 earnings season has been staggering, where over 90% of S&P 500 tech names beat estimates—a stronger performance than any other sector.

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​Apple surged 13% for the week, while Tesla was up 9%, leading the charge among mega-caps.
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The "AI narrative" is the primary accelerant, with tech companies massively boosting their AI investment. This has led to a surge in tech and software spending in Q2 US GDP that surpasses the 1990s tech boom.
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​Apple's recent surge is tied to CEO Tim Cook's "strategic and political move" of announcing significant US manufacturing commitments worth $100B, potentially appeasing political pressures amidst tariff discussions.
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Federal Reserve: Rates on the Cusp of Cuts, Waller in Focus

Optimism around the Fed’s actions remains a critical tailwind, with markets now primarily pricing in a quarter-point rate cut at its September meeting, and some anticipating two or three cuts by year-end.
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The Fed’s effective funds rate now sits at 4.33%, holding above core CPI at 2.91%—a rare inversion that signals policy remains firmly restrictive. With inflation trending lower, the setup is primed for a policy pivot to cuts in the months ahead.

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The possibility of further US interest rate cuts this year is high, especially as Christopher Waller emerges as a frontrunner for the new Fed Chair, viewed as forward-looking and capable of cutting rates at the right time.
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A seemingly softer labor market—evidenced by the unemployment rate drifting slightly higher and increased jobless claims foreshadowing less hiring—is paradoxically viewed as a "good thing long term" for bringing down inflation and interest rates.
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In our words, this is a credibility test for the Fed: can they engineer a soft landing while managing market expectations for easing?

Geopolitical Barometers: Tariffs and Gold's Record Ascent

The US Customs and Border Protection reclassified Swiss gold bars, slapping a 39% import tariff—one of the highest imposed by the current administration.
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This move is expected to increase costs for US gold importers, disrupt supply chains, and potentially shift sourcing or boost domestic mining.
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Swiss gold refining remains the backbone of US–Swiss trade, with the gold trade balance dwarfing all other flows.
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The recent tariff-driven plunge and sharp rebound highlight how policy shocks can instantly reshape one of the world’s most concentrated commodity trade links.
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Despite temporary price fluctuations caused by White House clarifications, both gold and silver have continued their rally, with gold up 116% since late-2022.​
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This is seen by many as a vital hedge amidst lurking economic issues and trade tensions.

Bitcoin Universe: Institutional Flows and Regulatory Clarity

The crypto universe is expanding with conviction, driven by institutional adoption and emerging regulatory clarity. ​
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​A recent US government executive order could pave the way for alternative assets, including crypto, to be integrated into 401k plans, representing a seismic shift in retail access.
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Companies like Bitmine (BMNR) are significantly gaining as "ETH treasury" plays, directly benefiting from Ethereum's appreciation and staking yields. ​
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​The "Genius Act" in 2025 is providing crucial regulatory clarity for stablecoins, further cementing Ethereum's position as the preferred blockchain for Wall Street due to its 100% uptime and legal compliance.
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🧭 Proflex Playbook – Discipline in a Liquidity-Driven Market

The market’s underlying strength is undeniable, but the narrow breadth and geopolitical undercurrents demand disciplined positioning.

It is crucial to "not fight against this" powerful market trend, but rather to react to price action and look for clear technical vulnerabilities.
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Our stance remains rooted in positioning for the long-term structural shifts while staying tactical amidst near-term volatility.

Our stance stays anchored in the data:

✅ Stay Long Hard Assets — Bitcoin, gold, and silver have front-run policy
✅ Trade Equities Tactically — Let earnings decide who earns the premium
✅ Hedge for Volatility — Tariffs + Fed + FX = high optionality zone
✅ Monitor Fed Tone Closely — Be prepared for bond market volatility driven by Powell's guidance, not policy action.
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If you're an All-Access or Managed Portfolio subscriber, our positioning has already shifted ahead of this moment—scaling up asymmetric hard asset plays while hedging for earnings volatility and geopolitical tail risks.

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Until next week,

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— The Proflex Team
​ Trusted Macro Insights. Calm Investing. Tactical Trades.

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