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# Get a market read

## Overview

Ask Obside for a **directional read** on an asset or index, or for an **overview** of the upcoming key events. The assistant synthesizes positioning, macro context, earnings calendar and technical signals to give you a clear picture.

This read is not investment advice — it's a **lens** to help you build your own view.

## How to phrase your request

Specify **the asset or index**, **the timeframe** you're interested in, and, if relevant, **the angles** you want covered (technical, macro, flows, on-chain for crypto…).

## Example requests

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**Example #1 — S\&P 500 outlook**

"Give me a directional read on the S\&P 500 for the next two weeks based on positioning, macro calendar and earnings."
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**Example #2 — Earnings preview**

"What are this week's most important earnings reports and what to watch in each?"
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**Example #3 — Bitcoin read**

"Give me a directional read on Bitcoin for the next 2-4 weeks based on flows, macro conditions and on-chain activity."
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