Although U.S. stocks performed well tonight, here is a reminder for everyone to pay attention to a key risk window.

The Bank of Japan will announce its interest rate decision.

If Japan chooses to raise interest rates, it usually means a stronger yen and tighter liquidity, which is positive for safe-haven assets like gold and silver, while potentially putting some pressure on large technology stocks.

At 2 a.m. Beijing time on the 18th, the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision will also be officially announced.

There are three main scenarios the market is focusing on:

If the Federal Reserve keeps interest rates unchanged and Japan raises rates
Positive for gold, silver, and other precious metals
Negative for high-valuation tech stocks

If the Federal Reserve announces a rate cut
Positive for tech stocks
And also positive for gold, silver, and other assets

If the Federal Reserve unexpectedly raises interest rates
Generally negative for tech stocks and precious metals

Therefore, the next 24 hours will be a critical time window for the global financial markets.

Both U.S. stocks, gold, and the crypto markets could experience significant volatility.

Before the direction is clear, controlling positions and maintaining cash flow are more important than blindly over-leveraging.

Opportunities are always there, but first, you must ensure you are still in the game.