#1.08 tpp

[thatmoththoth]

Woah, Juno managed to go a whole episode without making out with someone. No surprise asmr this time!

Also here are some thoughts:

•fuck Darkmatter

•mmm Juno got that Narcissistic depression ‘woops I drive all my friends away’ sadness.

•yaaaay backstory time!

•still very vague, but my man needs some therapy. Maybe he can get over his fear of psychiatrists some day. Why do all my podcast people desperately need therapy. Name one podcast person who doesn’t atleast have one mental disorder based on vibes and trauma. I would say Cecil Palmer from welcome to nightvale, but uh, he acts cheerfull but is probably the most deranged considering he’s ok with ‘legalised murder’.

•everyone here needs a good hug

•anyway I have brain damage, goodbye.

[banalhorrors]

When I start relistening to Juno Steel I always spend days stuck at The Day That Wouldn’t Die. That ending consists solely of continuous gut punches

[tbiatc]

Sewer bunniez????????

[fxngirl4ever]

The Penumbra Podcast 1.07+1.08: Juno Steel and The Day That Wouldn't Die

The live notes are gonna be a bit shorter because I was on a walk while listening :)

Live notes:

1.07

Juno backstory time?!

Mick, Juno, Sasha -> friendgroup

Mick is kind of an idiot but straight up a mood

Man Juno has some trust issues...

Annie -> Sasha's sister

uhhh... they all have some repressed trauma to deal with

Oohh that's a good cliffhanger!

1.08

the sewers have been quite convenient so far!

Woah animals seem to have gone through quite a few steps of evolution

Who the fuck set up these sadistic and, apparently, very specific murder trials with custom monsters to boot?!?!?

MICK!!!

Why is shit getting so serious so early in the show?!?!?

Is Annie really alive?? Hallucinations???

Ok yeah, didn't think Sasha would really kill Juno

THAT IS A FUCKED UP TEST!!!!! WHAT THE FUCK DARKMATTERS!!!!

Why are all the podcasts I listen to so emotionally mature?!?!? Holy shit?!?! Am I really about to cry!?!??!

Also, wow Juno is really gonna have to go through some character growth and I'm excited!

How is Mick the reasonable one in this conversation?!?!!! Juno listen!!!

Conclusion:

Ok so everyone seems to be super hurt and lived through a pretty fucked up childhood. And we haven't even really gotten to any details regarding Juno's brother but I can tell I'm gonna be a mess when we find out what happened.

Also, I really love Juno, Mick and Sasha and I hope we get to see more of them interact in the future even though, for now, they seem to not be on good terms. Especially Juno is gonna have to do some self-reflecting and maybe talk to someone about his feelings.

And how are podcasts in generall so much more emotionally mature than any other form of medium??? Like, I've only properly started listening to fiction/storytelling podcasts fairly recently and all of them have been so emotional and dramatic and showing real conflict while giving such good messages about healthy relationships??!?!? I'm not used to that and it hits so much more than some generic toxic relationship that is being romaticised by more mainstream stories!!!

Also, props to tpp so far regarding representation! It really shows how easy it is to include LGBT+ people, especially with Juno being non-binary which is unfortunately still a rarity (and I'm assuming even more main-cast members further down the line) and how that doesn't always need to be a topic of conflict, at least so far! (Not that there is an issue with stories that deal with the struggles of LGBT+ people they have a merit in their own way but it's nice to see some representation without it being made a big deal)

[textiletoday]

There is no such unified, safe and secure denim sector in the world other than Bangladesh. Denim fabrics and its diversified products have become the leading products for the homegrown exporter of Bangladesh. The country has turned into a hot spot for denim products in global markets. Bangladesh, the second largest producer of denim products after China, is exporting denim products approximately 250 million pieces every year all over the world mostly in the EU and US market. To produce denim products the monthly demand for denim fabric is about 80 million yards and the sector is able to meet about 50 to 60% locally. Rest of the fabrics are imported from different countries. According to the Bangladesh Textile Mill Association (BTMA), Bangladesh currently has 31 denim fabric manufacturing factories, which produce over 400.40 million meters of fabrics every year. In addition, there are around 400 denim product manufacturers in the country. According to people involved in the denim sector, Bangladesh has already made an investment of Tk15,000 crore in denim fabrics manufacturing. The major global retailers in the world to which Bangladesh supplies denim products are  H&M, Uniqlo, Tesco, Walmart, Levi's, Diesel, Wrangler, G-Star, s.Oliver, Hugo Boss, and Gap. Read More: G-star Raw to boost further sustainable denim sourcing from Bangladesh Denim export scenario Bangladesh’s denim manufacturers have seen a strong upsurge in the export of denim products in the markets of the US and European Union (EU) beating its biggest competitor, China. Exported denim products include Blue Denim Trousers WG, Blue Denim Trousers MB, Blue Denim Skirts, Blue Denim Jackets, Blue Denim Suit Type Coats MB, Playsuits and Sun suits etc. With a 14.20% market share, Bangladesh now is also the third largest exporter of denim products in the US after Mexico and China. From January-September period of 2018, the country saw a 14.20% rise in export earning i.e. $419.21 million, which was $367.10 million during the same period of 2017. US Office of Textiles and Apparel (OTEXA) released the data recently. On the other hand, China earned 1.3% more than 2017 summing up a $683 million export earnings, while Mexico has seen a 1.08% increase in export from 2017 to $595.40 million. Vietnam, a close competitor of Bangladesh in the US market earned 41.95% more i.e. $205.43 million which was $144.72 million during 2017. While Cambodia saw a 30.85% rise in export to $88.34 million. According to statistics from the Directorate-General of the European Commission, Eurostat, Bangladesh has earned €917.14 million from exporting denim products to EU countries during January-August period of 2018, which is 4.23% higher from exports earned in the corresponding period of last year. The ability to supply denim fabrics at a competitive price has helped the country to gain great global market access. The growth of denim in terms of production, export, and investment marked a 30-35% rise in the local market over the last three years as almost all major textile producers have been producing denim especially since 2005 after the withdrawal of the quota system. Denim is a fabric made of cotton twill that is 100% cotton and very comfortable. This fabric is used all over the world to make jeans, jackets, shirts, purses, bags, and many other accessories for men and women of all ages. Reasons behind the growth Improved technology in fabrics manufacturing, improvement of safety standards in the apparel sector and the trade war between China and the US are the main reasons for Bangladesh’s steady growth in exports earnings. In the EU and USA markets, Bangladeshi denim products are doing much better for its quality and competitive price rates. In recent time, production cost in China and other countries have gone up due to a wage hike. As a result, EU and USA buyers are moving to Bangladesh for sourcing denim products. Also Read: ‘Balancing between sustainability and fashion is the crying need for the denim sector…’ After the announcement of Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), US retailers wanted to go to different manufacturers for sourcing apparel goods, rather than Bangladesh. However, they changed their decision after US president Donald Trump dismissed the idea of joining the TPP. On the other hand, Bangladesh has increased its production capacity in both denim fabrics manufacturing and other denim products. The Bangladeshi manufacturers have also moved to introduce latest technologies for improved quality of products. In recent times, Bangladesh has seen the establishment of state of the art denim fabrics manufacturing plants, which has increased production capacity. This has helped to attract more work orders from the US and EU buyers. There is no such unified, safe and secure sector in the world other than Bangladesh. That is why, Alliance for Bangladesh Workers, a platform of American buyers has certified Bangladesh as a safe place, which also boosted buyers’ confidence for sourcing products from here. The US is the single largest importer of clothing products and China is the largest exporters of apparel goods in the world. The trade war between these two giants has brought a number of orders for Bangladeshi denim manufacturers. Experts said that Chinese products are becoming costlier due to the rise in workers’ wage. As the trade war between China and the US is a threat for the US importers over duty imposition. Bangladesh is benefitting the most from this trade conflict. At the same time, while China is shutting down factories due to a rise in pollution so, ultimately these work orders will go to Bangladesh, Vietnam or Cambodia. Conclusion Bangladesh government is setting up the ‘Sheikh Hasina Specialized Jute Textile Mill’ in 34 acres of land at Kamariya Char in Madarganj. The factory will be able to export 4,32,000 dozens of denim pants every year. Besides, 2,13,40,00 gauze of denim and other fabrics can be produced, which can be supplied to the garment factory of the country at a reasonable price. However, it has more demand of denim products and fabrics but we are supplying less right now. For the scarcity of own raw materials, technological inefficiency, efficient port services, and skilled manpower the sector is facing several challenges. To overcome the remaining challenges local millers are trying hard. However, at the same time, the Bangladesh government has to prioritize the denim sector and provide maximum support to the entrepreneurs. Also Read: Challenges and opportunities of Bangladesh denim industry

[cryptokingrobiul]

Top 20 Broker

New Post has been published on http://www.top20broker.com/vip/boris-kathy-forex-weekly-3012017/

Boris and Kathy Forex Weekly 30/1/2017

The first trading week of the lunar New Year will be a busy one for forex traders and the potential for big moves or breakouts will be exacerbated by holidays in China, Hong Kong and Singapore. Having come off the first week of Donald Trump’s Presidency we got a taste of how committed he is to the promises made during his campaign.

Currencies see-sawed on his executive orders as investors tried to make sense of their implications for the U.S. and global economy.  The ones that had a direct impact on FX included his orders to withdraw from the TPP, construction of the Keystone/Dakota pipeline, plan to build a wall with Mexico and border taxes. The U.S. dollar, which had fallen at the beginning of the week recovered part of its losses by Friday. The biggest winner was USD/JPY but the gains were modest and nominal compared to its losses versus sterling, the Canadian and New Zealand dollars. As for the euro, it ended the week unchanged against the greenback.  Although many countries have market moving events on their calendars, the U.S. dollar will remain in center focus and for the most part dictate the general trend of other currencies.

US DOLLAR

Data Review

Manufacturing PMI 55.1 vs. 54.5 Expected

Existing Home Sales -2.8% vs. -2.0% Expected

House Price Index (MoM) 0.5% vs. 0.3% Expected

Advance Goods Trade Balance -65.0b vs. -64.4b Expected

Wholesale Inventories 1.0% vs. 0.1% Expected

Services PMI 55.1 vs. 54.5 Expected

Composite PMI 55.4 vs. 54.1 Prior

New Home Sales (MoM) -10.4% vs. -1.2% Expected

GDP (Annualized) (4Q A) 1.9% vs. 2.2% Expected

Personal Consumption 2.5% vs. 2.5% Expected

Core PCE 1.3% vs. 1.4% Expected

Durable Goods Orders -0.4% vs. 2.6% Expected

U. of Mich. Confidence 98.5 vs. 98.1 Expected

U. of Mich. Current Conditions 111.3 vs.112.5 Prior

U. of Mich. Expectations 90.3 vs. 88.9 Prior

Data Preview

FOMC Rate Decision- Fed likely to remain optimistic

Non Farm Payrolls- Pickup in job growth expected after weak report last month

BOJ Rate Decision- No changes are expected, should be a quiet event

Personal Income and Spending- Potential for upside surprise given stronger average hourly earnings and retail sales

Chicago PMI- Weaker Empire offset by stronger Philly.

ADP Employment Change and Manufacturing PMI- ADP is hard to predict but can be market moving. Pickup in job growth expected

ISM Manufacturing- Will update after Chicago PMI but weaker Empire offset by stronger Philly

Services, Composite, Non-Manufacturing PMIs, Factory and Durable Goods Orders- ISM data will be less impactful since NFP is released before the report and the market will be focused on the prior data

Key Levels – USD/JPY

Support 113.00

Resistance 116.00

As for this coming week, the U.S. dollar should be driven by the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy announcement and non-farm payrolls.  While the February FOMC meeting won’t be accompanied by a Yellen press conference, investors will be reviewing the statement closely to ensure that the Fed is committed to raising interest rates 3 times this year.  Of course they won’t be that specific but an unambiguously hawkish tone could drive USD/JPY to 116 whereas divided views and new concerns could sink it back to the 113 handle.  For the past 2 weeks USD/JPY has traded in a relatively narrow 112.50 to 115.30 range and next week’s event risks are significant enough to trigger a more meaningful breakout in the currency.  However at the end of the day, we believe that President Trump’s policies from inflation to corporate tax reform, spending, protectionism and future Fed hikes are positive for the greenback so eventually the dollar will catch up to the moves in stocks and bonds.   Aside from FOMC, the Bank of Japan also has a monetary policy meeting on calendar and it should be less interesting as the central bank is widely expected to keep policy unchanged as the recovery gains momentum on the back of a weaker Yen.  It won’t be long before the BoJ stops thinking about more QE and starts considering tapering but that won’t be a topic that makes headlines at the upcoming meeting.

BRITISH POUND

Data Review

UK Supreme Court rules against government and gives Parliament Article 50 vote

GDP (QoQ) (4Q A) 0.6% vs. 0.5% Expected

Data Preview

BOE Rate Decision and Inflation Report- Quarterly report will be very market moving and likely to be positive for GBP

Manufacturing PMI- Potential for upside surprise given rise in CBI Total Trends

Services and Composite PMI- Will Update after PMI mfg but stronger consumer confidence

Key Levels – GBP/USD

Support 1.2400

Resistance 1.2700

Even with the pullback on Thursday and Friday, sterling was still one of the best performing currencies against the U.S. dollar and it will challenge the greenback for the market’s focus in the coming week. Since Prime Minister’s May speech on Tuesday January 17th, we’ve seen a more than 600 pip recovery in sterling.  A hard Brexit with no single market access is the worst case scenario for the U.K. but investors seem to take comfort in a clear path forward especially now that they know the government needs Parliament approval to invoke Article 50.  In the coming week, the latest PMI reports are scheduled for release but Super Thursday will steal the show – that’s when the Bank of England meets, releases their Quarterly Inflation Report and Governor Carney has a speech.  The weak sterling has gone a long way in boosting inflation and economic activity.  Policymakers including Carney have recognized these improvements and the central bank could go as far as raising their outlook for the second time since Britain voted to leave the European Union. Growth and inflation has been stronger than expected and while Carney may be concerned about the negative impact of Brexit on the economy in the years ahead, the reality is that business activity and sentiment has been improving.  We believe that Carney will reiterate his view that rates could go up or down in the months ahead.  While the markets are pricing in a 50% chance of a rate hike by the end of the year, the recent recovery in sterling and the possibility of further near term gains should translate into slower growth in February.  We like buying pounds into the Quarterly Inflation Report especially as it dips towards 1.25 with a target of 1.27/1.28.

EURO

Data Review

EZ Consumer Confidence -4.9 vs. -4.8 Expected

GE Manufacturing PMI 56.5 vs. 55.4 Expected

GE Services PMI 53.2 vs. 54.5 Expected

GE Composite PMI 54.7 vs. 55.4 Expected

EZ Manufacturing PMI 55.1 vs. 54.8 Expected

EZ Services PMI 53.6 vs. 53.9 Expected

EZ Composite PMI 54.3 vs. 54.5 Expected

GE IFO Business Climate 109.8 vs. 111.3 Expected

GE IFO Expectations 103.2 vs. 105.8 Expected

GE IFO Current Assessment 116.9 vs. 116.9 Expected

Data Preview

EZ Economic Confidence Report- Potential for upside surprise given stronger German consumer confidence and ZEW but lower IFO

GE CPI- Potential for upside surprise given lower currency and higher oil prices should mean stronger CPI

GE Unemployment Change, GDP and CPI- Potential for upside surprise given stronger job creation in Germany according to PMIs. EZ GDP growth should be stronger given stronger retail sales and steady trade

GE and EZ Services PMI and Composite PMIs- Revisions are difficult to predict but can be market moving

Key Levels – EUR/USD

Support 1.0800

Resistance 1.0600

Euro on the other hand has been left out of the party. The single currency traded lower against most of the major currencies this past week.  Data was mixed with the ZEW survey of investor confidence falling short of expectations, the German composite PMI index and IFO business sentiment reports falling in the month of January.  Compared to the U.S. and U.K., the data on the Eurozone’s calendar next week is less market moving. With that in mind, we still have Eurozone confidence, GDP and retail sales on tap along with German inflation and unemployment.  The weak euro should continue to support the economy and according to the PMIs, job growth was very strong in January.  Technically, after struggling to break 1.08, the recent stretch of lower highs and lower lows in the EUR/USD indicates that we have seen a near term top in the currency pair.  With the dollar expected to trade higher on FOMC, we expect EUR/USD to pullback to 1.06 and possibly even 1.0550 in the near term.  

AUD, NZD, CAD

Data Review

Australia

CPI (QoQ) 0.5% vs. 0.7% Expected

PPI (QoQ) 0.5% vs. 0.3% Prior

New Zealand

Services PMI 58.4 vs. 58.1 Prior

CPI (QoQ) (4Q) 0.4% vs. 0.3% Expected

Data Preview

Australia

AU PMI Manufacturing, CH Manufacturing and Non-Manufacturing PMI- Chinese PMI data is very market moving but hard to predict

Trade Balance and Building Approvals

Services PMI

Caixin PMI Manufacturing – Chinese data is very market moving but hard to predict

New Zealand

Trade Balance – Marginal improvement in NZ business PMI but dairy prices down

Employment Report- Slightly stronger job growth according to Manpower

Canada

GDP – Stronger trade, weaker retail sales

Key Levels

Support AUD .7400 CAD 1.3200 NZD

Resistance AUD .7600 CAD 1.3400 NZD. 7300

All 3 of the commodity currencies performed fairly well this past week with the Canadian dollar enjoying the strongest gains thanks to the rise in oil prices and Trump’s Keystone pipeline announcement.  Inflation numbers were released from Australia and New Zealand and surprisingly, price growth missed expectations in Australia while beating them in New Zealand, which triggered a breakdown in AUD/NZD.  In the coming week Canada releases its November GDP report and we have New Zealand and Australia’s trade balances scheduled for release.  However the most market moving pieces of data for AUD and NZD will be Chinese PMIs, Australian PMIs and New Zealand’s employment report.   We will also be watching the speeches from RBA’s Debelle, Bank of Canada’s Poloz and Prime Minister English. USD/CAD is due for a recovery but  needs to break above the 200-day SMA near 1.3150 whereas AUD/USD and NZD/USD are poised for a stronger correction in the coming week.  Source

[tbiatc]

Sasha: *literally anything*

Juno:

[tbiatc]

Sasha, special agent and mick, special boy <3