In a week marked by rising market volatility and geopolitical tensions, this report highlights the unique challenges and opportunities for trend followers navigating these turbulent conditions. The TTU Trend Barometer has shifted up to a neutral 41, offering a glimmer of stability in an otherwise challenging environment for systematic traders.

Key Market Highlights:

• Natural Gas surged +11.11%, driven by heightened winter demand expectations and the ramp-up of new LNG export facilities in the U.S.
• Palladium rallied +10.89%, reflecting renewed investor interest amidst concerns over supply constraints and seasonal demand in the auto industry.
• Orange Juice continued its upward trajectory with a +6.32% increase, fueled by supply-side pressures from extreme weather and disease impacting yields.

On the downside:

• Cocoa dropped -8.78%, as recent supply improvements in West Africa led to a price correction after a period of volatility.
• Russell 2000 fell -3.16%, with small-cap stocks facing renewed pressure from economic concerns and mixed market sentiment.

This week’s market landscape demands agility and disciplined risk management as volatility and geopolitical concerns continue to impact market trends. Systematic traders will find selective opportunities but should stay vigilant to manage risk in these uncertain times.

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