The Morning: The debt matters again

Plus, Israel's Supreme Court, a stabbing in South Korea and this year's space calendar.

View in browser|nytimes.com Continue reading the main story January 2, 2024 By German Lopez Good morning. We're covering the challenge of federal deficits — plus Israel's Supreme Court, a stabbing in South Korea and this year's space calendar. The U.S. Capitol. Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times Less sustainable The federal debt starts the new year at a level that is hard to grasp: $34 trillion. That is 1.2 times the U.S.'s annual economic output. At the end of World War II, the ratio was only about 1.1. Both parties have contributed to the situation. Republicans have passed large tax cuts. Democrats have enacted ambitious climate and health care initiatives. Both funneled money to Americans in response to the Covid pandemic. For years, many economists believed the country's debt was not a problem. Interest rates were low, which held down debt payments. Inflation was also low, which suggested the debt wasn't hampering the economy. If anything, additional government spending helped create jobs when unemployment was elevated for much of the 2010s. But times have changed, and federal deficits now look scarier. In November, the financial firm Moody's lowered its outlook on U.S. debt from "stable" to "negative." Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen said that she disagreed with Moody's decision, but she acknowledged that current economic circumstances could make the federal debt less sustainable. And Paul Krugman, the economist and Times columnist, wrote, "Serious deficit reduction, a bad idea a decade ago, is a good idea now." Source: St. Louis Federal Reserve | By The New York Times Today's newsletter will help you think about the new economics of debt. A different situation There are three big reasons to worry about the federal government's finances. First, interest rates have risen. A decade ago, the interest rate that the U.S. paid on inflation-protected bonds, which are used to finance debt, was near zero. Today, that rate is almost 2 percent. This increase doesn't change the cost of debt that the government has already accumulated. But it will have to pay more interest on future debt. So if the government does not hold down spending, debt payments will increasingly eat up money that could go to health care, the military and other programs. Second, the unemployment rate has fallen to 3.7 percent. In the early 2010s, it was usually above 8 percent. Back then, government spending helped put people to work. Today, the private sector needs less help. Third, inflation is a bigger problem than it used to be, and higher deficits could make it worse. When Congress spends more or cuts taxes, Americans have more money to spend. As they spend that extra cash, prices tend to increase. The reverse is true as well: A smaller deficit can ease inflation. All of which means that the benefits of deficit spending are smaller than they were in the recent past and the costs are larger. Risk of delay Both parties have offered partial solutions to the growing debt. Democrats favor higher taxes on the rich, and Republicans favor cuts to Medicaid and some other federal programs. But each party has mostly blocked the other's proposals, allowing deficits to add to the debt year after year. Even if the preferred policies of each party eventually are enacted, they do not come close to solving the problem. Neither party is willing to cut the biggest government programs: Social Security, Medicare and the military. And both have ruled out tax increases on most households. This dynamic — politicians criticizing deficits without offering a real solution — is not new. The shifting economic circumstances, however, could make the gridlock more damaging. There is also a risk to procrastination: The longer the government puts off the issue, the harder it gets to solve. By acting sooner, officials could phase in higher taxes and lower spending over years to mitigate the downsides. Some experts argue that the country is already past that point. "We put off solutions for too long, and now we'll have to take more drastic action," Maya MacGuineas, the president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, told me. The solution remains unclear. And the economy may be able to continue growing at a steady clip for years despite the debt. At some point, though, the federal government will likely need to raise taxes and cut spending in ways that many Americans will find unpleasant. Related: "The Daily" explained why any political party will find it tough to tackle the federal debt. "The ideas that smart people have on the table are at best Hail Marys," Jim Tankersley, an economic policy correspondent, said. Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT THE LATEST NEWS Israeli Supreme Court Israel's Supreme Court struck down a divisive law passed by Benjamin Netanyahu's right-wing government to limit the judges' powers. The law's passage last year sparked nationwide protests. This ruling threatens to again divide the country while it fights a war. Read what the justices said in their landmark ruling. Israel-Hamas War Israeli soldiers. Menahem Kahana/Agence France-Presse — Getty Images Israel's military announced it would remove some troops from Gaza, which could signal a more targeted strategy. Officials said the war would still be "prolonged." The U.N. says half the enclave is at risk of starving. Over 90 percent of Gazans say they regularly don't eat for a whole day. International Lee Jae-myung, South Korea's opposition leader. Yonhap/EPA, via Shutterstock A man stabbed South Korea's opposition leader in the neck. Read more about the leader, who went on a hunger strike last year. Japanese officials warned people to brace for aftershocks after a powerful earthquake collapsed buildings and cut off power. A Japan Airlines plane burst into flames at an airport in Tokyo. It reportedly collided with a Coast Guard plane. Russia hammered Kyiv with missiles during a large attack across the country. Businesses in India are hesitating to make long-term investments in part because of concerns about politics. China is pressuring women to have more babies. Many are saying no, The Wall Street Journal reports. Other Big Stories Buses dropped migrants at train stations in New Jersey to sidestep an order meant to stop arrivals in New York City from Texas and elsewhere. Debates on A.I., gender and guns look likely to dominate state legislatures in 2024. Opinions As people watch the Israel-Hamas war unfold, they describe being empathetic to the point of exhaustion. What they're actually feeling is helpless, Adam Grant writes. Ruti Munder, a woman Hamas held hostage, will never return to Gaza, or have peace with Gazans, while Hamas remains in power. The pandemic was expected to bring years of crime and high unemployment. Instead, we're in pretty good shape, Paul Krugman writes. All of The Times. All in one subscription. Enjoy unlimited access to everything we offer — with this introductory offer. You'll benefit from more of the insights that you find in The Morning, every morning. MORNING READS George and Roxanne Miller in the castle. Clara Vannucci for The New York Times Storage solution: They needed a home for 80,000 puzzles. They found an Italian castle. "Holopoem": An artwork that will orbit the sun. They do: Read about a young couple married in a Russian prison. Money: Now may be the time to lock in high interest rates on your savings. A national institution: How a super-affordable bakery chain became a British culinary icon. Lives Lived: Les McCann was a pianist and vocalist who was an early progenitor of the bluesy, crowd-pleasing style that came to be known as soul jazz. He died at 88. SPORTS College football: Washington beat Texas, 37-31, to advance to the national championship game. Michael Penix Jr. was magnificent. Rose Bowl: Michigan edged Alabama in overtime, 27-20, and will face Washington in the championship. Wander Franco: The Rays' star shortstop was detained in the Dominican Republic in connection with allegations of inappropriate relationships with minors. Continue reading the main story ADVERTISEMENT ARTS AND IDEAS In French Guiana. P. Piron/Arianegroup, via Agence France-Presse — Getty Images The year in space: 2023 was an important year for space travel: India landed a robot on the moon and NASA brought pieces of an asteroid back to Earth to study. But 2024 has a packed calendar of celestial events, too. The big spectacle will be the "Great North American Eclipse." On April 8, the moon will get in the way of the sun, darkening the Earth during daytime. And four missions — perhaps more — will try to complete a lunar landing. Read more about the upcoming space calendar. More on culture Peter Magubane, a photographer who documented the cruelties of white South African rule and endured beatings and 586 consecutive days in solitary confinement, died at 91. Many people think they can't afford to become a parent. The Cut outlines the short list of things you actually need. THE MORNING RECOMMENDS … Christopher Testani for The New York Times Add shrimp to this tomato pasta. Start the new year with a great blender. Lug gear with a collapsible folding wagon. Wear the best slippers to get through January. GAMES Here is today's Spelling Bee. Yesterday's pangram was harmony. And here are today's Mini Crossword, Wordle, Sudoku and Connections. Thanks for spending part of your morning with The Times. See you tomorrow. — German Sign up here to get this newsletter in your inbox. Reach our team at themorning@nytimes.com. Continue reading the main story Editor: David Leonhardt News Editor: Tom Wright-Piersanti News Staff: Desiree Ibekwe, Lauren Jackson, Sean Kawasaki-Culligan, Brent Lewis, German Lopez, Ian Prasad Philbrick, Ashley Wu News Assistant: Lyna Bentahar Saturday Writer: Melissa Kirsch Need help? Review our newsletter help page or contact us for assistance. You received this email because you signed up for the Morning newsletter from The New York Times, or as part of your New York Times account. To stop receiving The Morning, unsubscribe. To opt out of other promotional emails from The Times, including those regarding The Athletic, manage your email settings. To opt out of updates and offers sent from The Athletic, submit a request. Subscribe to The TimesGet The New York Times app Connect with us on: Change Your EmailPrivacy PolicyContact UsCalifornia Notices The New York Times Company. 620 Eighth Avenue New York, NY 10018

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How The ADX Reveals Price Direction And Potential Trades

Often I share a trading tip that illustrates one of the powerful tools you can use to improve your trading. The truth is, investing in YOU is the most effective way to increase your wins. 

There is something very interesting about option trading. If everyone wanted to do it; if they all wanted the same thing, it wouldn’t change a thing. There is enough for all. And you in the right place. I am going to help you learn!

Here’s What Is Covered Below:

• Average Directional Index (ADX)
• Red and Green Lines- what do they mean?
• Which is best?
• Apply them to a chart strategy.

Today, we are going to discuss the Average Directional Index (ADX) and how to apply the information it shares.

In general terms, chart indicators paint a picture of what is happening with price.  They tell you where price has been and where it will likely go next.  Some indicators like ADX give a clue about the strength of the move.

On past Fridays, we have discussed different time frame charts and other indicators. I feel like ADX is an important indicator and it takes information to know how to read the chart indicator.  It isn’t hard, it just takes an understanding of the lines incorporated within the indicator.

The ADX indictor includes or is made up of 3 lines: red, green and black.

Red line= Bear movement- drop in price- -DI

Green= Bullish movement- rise in price- +DI

Black= Strength

The chart below is for Amazon (AMZN) that I use as a great example of how ADX works:

Stockcharts.com

The chart above has two ADX indicators. The bottom one is just the ADX strength line and the one above had the Directional Index lines (+DI and -DI).

Let’s start with the ADX indicator (just the black line). It is a strength line.  When it is rising, it means that there is lots of strength in the move. Notice the rise on December 5^th.  That is a strong move based on the ADX line and another strong move appears to be starting today as I type on the 12^th.

The rising line shares information about strength, but it doesn’t tell us if the move is a strong drop in price or a rise and this is where the indicator with the DI lines comes in handy.

Look at the upper ADX indicator with the red/green lines.  On December 5^th, the line on top was red, which means price was having a strong drop.  It is the same today on the 12^th, the red line is on top.

If you look at December 9^th, the ADX line rose for a short period while the green line was on top and then it flattened out.  A flat is likely just exactly what you imagine.  Flat price, no strength in either direction.

When the black line drops, it is showing that previous strength is fading which often gives the opposite DI line the opportunity to flex its muscles and move to the top.

If you are trading Put options, the strength behind the red line will be important to you.  If you are trading Call options, the green line on top will show it is in control.

I will post another time frame chart for General Electric (GE), so you can start interpreting this information.

Stockcharts.com

This chart for GE is a daily chart, where each candle represents price movement for one day, where AMZN was a 30-minute chart and each candle showed 30-minute price moves.

You will notice on the chart above that price rose through the month of October and into November. The strength line (black) rose, and the green (+DI) line was on top.

As you study the charts, start to notice the DI line cross overs and when the ADX line starts to head up.  These lines are sharing information with you.

I hope you find this information useful.

Friday is education day. My goal is to teach everyday people (like me) to successfully trade options.  I do my best to write in an understandable way as if we are talking while sitting on the deck of my house in a relaxed atmosphere.

The trading tools you select, and use are important, and can make your trading easier and more effective.

You may be mesmerized by professional traders, their trophies, and daunting achievements that you aspire to achieve, and it is easy to forget that those achievers, more often than not, started with far less than they have now. Perhaps, less than you have.  You are poised to achieve all that you desire!

Have a great weekend.                     

And I wish you the very best,

Wendy

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