Be Careful About This Rally

Hey folks! Happy Tuesday!

The markets opened hot this morning, another big up day, but we have to be careful!

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The fact is, this volatility can still be a killer. We have to be aware that there will still be huge swings in price in the coming days.

So keep your positions short. Or better yet, set yourself up to trade the markets in two directions at once.

If you’re curious how I do that, check this out!

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