Before We Dive In… The Performance Spread is a new indicator on StockCharts. It may not look like much at first. Compare a stock to a benchmark; line's up means it’s outperforming, line's down means it’s lagging. Too clean? Many people stop right there,... READ MORE
The S&P 500 remains in a primary uptrend, but weakening market breadth suggests cracks may be forming beneath the surface. Dave reviews three breadth indicators showing bull market fatigue and the key signals that could confirm a more meaningful breakdown.... READ MORE
Arthur Hill shows how establishing the long-term trend and finding the tradable setups within it can help you find meaningful opportunities in the Industrials sector right now.... READ MORE
Julius presents his weekly update on US sector rotation using relative rotation graphs, as Healthcare rises in the ranks while Financials and industrials fall.... READ MORE
Martin Pring analyzes the charts of $MOEX and $SSEC as the Russian and Chinese markets flash long-term sell signals. Is the Russian economy in trouble, and is China poised for a sizable correction?... READ MORE
Energy stocks are displaying bullish action, which could mean that oil will resume its primary uptrend. Martin Pring analyzes the chart of XLE and the chronological sequence of the commodity cycle to identify when energy prices will rise.... READ MORE
Does the bull market in commodities still have room to run? Martin Pring conducts an in-depth technical analysis of commodity indexes and commodity-sensitive currencies and shares his findings.... READ MORE
Mary Ellen McGonagle shows where strength is concentrating as software and cybersecurity stocks move back to the forefront.... READ MORE
August is usually one of the quieter months in the stock market. But September often brings more activity. Given that it’s the final weekend of August, now is a good time to make sure you’re prepared for whatever the stock market throws your way. I thought this would... READ MORE
The S&P 500 remains in a primary uptrend, but weakening market breadth suggests cracks may be forming beneath the surface. Dave reviews three breadth indicators showing bull market fatigue and the key signals that could confirm a more meaningful breakdown.... READ MORE
Seasonality is an important tool, but not an end-all be-all. Tom Bowley uses several examples to show where seasonality can add to, but can't outweigh, the value of a chart.... READ MORE
Arthur Hill shows how establishing the long-term trend and finding the tradable setups within it can help you find meaningful opportunities in the Industrials sector right now.... READ MORE
Tom Bowley follows the money as technology and semiconductor stocks cool, revealing where relative strength is building and which groups could step up next.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Nobody associates stock screeners with lost time, opportunity, and money. But a mishandled screener can deliver those as quickly as it can the opposite. StockCharts’ Screener is a powerful tool, but, if you steer it the wrong way, you’ll end up with either nothing, mismatched... READ MORE
Martin Pring analyzes the charts of $MOEX and $SSEC as the Russian and Chinese markets flash long-term sell signals. Is the Russian economy in trouble, and is China poised for a sizable correction?... READ MORE
Julius presents his weekly update on US sector rotation using relative rotation graphs, as Healthcare rises in the ranks while Financials and industrials fall.... READ MORE
Small-cap stocks are starting to stand out, and Joe Rabil is finding attractive setups across several sectors. See what IWM is signaling and which chart patterns are catching his attention.... READ MORE
The Dow remains near record highs, but weak September seasonality could test the blue-chip rally. Mike Zaccardi examines how the leaderboard has been upended and what it means.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Swing traders operate on relatively narrow time frames. They hold positions for days, maybe a week or more. If you’re looking for swing trading opportunities, fundamentals may be lower on the totem pole of criteria. You’re looking for technical setups, often from different angles.... READ MORE
Sector rotation is changing as Energy, Financials, and Healthcare gain relative strength while Technology and Industrials lose momentum. Julius de Kempenaer uses RRGs to track the latest shifts in sector leadership.... READ MORE
Wit the Jackson Hole symposium looming, Mike Zaccardi analyzes the state of the market amid fiscal drama and examines where the next potential catalyst might be found.... READ MORE
The Nifty is confined in a trading range, but will it last? Milan explains what to watch and what to expect in the week ahead.... READ MORE
Treasury yields were a major driver of the market this week. Despite the U.S. Treasury’s intervention earlier in the week, bond yields continued to rise, with the 30-year closing at 5.28% and the 10-year closing at 4.74%. The intervention did produce some interesting price... READ MORE
As we head into a historically seasonal weak month, it may be necessary for investors to look outside of semiconductor-related stocks. Tom Bowley looks at the 12 best-performing industry groups and identifies those with potential.... READ MORE
The VanEck Agribusiness ETF (MOO) displayed a successful throwback and strong upturn. Arthur Hill walks you through this setup.... READ MORE
Tom Bowley breaks down Treasury yields, Fed policy, and what could pressure the S&P 500 in the weeks ahead.... READ MORE
U.S. Treasury yields fell sharply, lifting bonds, stocks, gold and bitcoin. Here's what the move menas and the key technical levels to watch next. ... READ MORE
NVIDIA reports earnings on August 26 and, looking at the charts, the technicals are leaning bullish. However, weakness in semiconductors could be a headwind. Will NVDA reach its $239 record-high target? Save these charts and monitor them closely on earnings day.... READ MORE
Dave Keller breaks down the support and resistance that could separate short-term market noise from something more concerning.... READ MORE
Energy stocks are displaying bullish action, which could mean that oil will resume its primary uptrend. Martin Pring analyzes the chart of XLE and the chronological sequence of the commodity cycle to identify when energy prices will rise.... READ MORE
Julius presents his weekly sector rotation update for US sectors, using Relative Rotation Graphs. Which sectors made the top 5? Find out here.... READ MORE
Reports from big-box stores and discounters will provide clues about consumer spending for the rest of the year. Know which charts and macro fundamentals you should be watching now.... READ MORE
The Nifty is in a consolidation zone and continues to negotiate an overhead resistance cluster at the 24,500–24,750 zone. Milan provides an analysis of what to expect in the week ahead.... READ MORE
It looked like we might get a little excitement this week after Thursday’s price action, but that ultimately never materialized, and Friday turned out to be a quiet session. Even so, the S&P 500 ($SPX) and Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) eked out a small gain for the week.... READ MORE
Big Tech may grab the headlines, but some of this rally’s strongest participation is showing up elsewhere. Mary Ellen McGonagle shows where the broader move is taking shape and what the charts are signaling now.... READ MORE
Gold and gold miners are showing renewed technical strength after months of weakness. Dave Keller, CMT, breaks down the emerging accumulation phase in GLD and GDX, then highlights the key breakout and resistance levels to watch for Agnico Eagle Mines.... READ MORE
Julius de Kempenaer presents his weekly update on US sector rotation using Relative Rotation Graphs.... READ MORE
With the S&P 500 reaching new highs, should investors be concerned about the possibility of a top forming? Tom Bowley breaks down the monthly, weekly, and daily charts of the S&P 500. Find out if technical signals are pointing to more upside or downside.... READ MORE
Technology stocks are breaking out with improving breadth. Arthur Hill explores charts of technology ETFs, which are showing clear signs of breakouts that have potential to resume the bigger uptrend.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… StockCharts’ Screener is built for convenience and speed. Simple and straightforward. You’ve got a thesis. You stack indicators. Layers upon layers. You plug it in, results come in fast. You’re in discovery mode. But something’s missing. The presets don’t seem to match... READ MORE
Stocks close higher as inflation cools, market breadth strengthens, and volatility stays low. Here's what traders should watch next.... READ MORE
Tom Bowley reviews the latest S&P 500 and Nasdaq trends, then reveals the market risk that's keeping him up at night.... READ MORE
Tony Zhang explains how the Wheel Strategy can help long-term investors use options to buy stocks intelligently while generating repeatable income. Learn how the StockCharts + OptionsPlay workflow helps identify candidates, sell cash-secured puts, and manage covered calls.... READ MORE
Dave Keller explains why the recent breakout could mark the beginning of a new uptrend, as well as the one key level that still needs to be cleared before the move is fully confirmed.... READ MORE
The Financials sector has been up for 11 straight weeks. Will autumn volatility reverse the trend? Find out in this in-depth analysis of the sector.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 breakout remains intact, but Joe Rabil is finding some of the market’s best opportunities in strengthening sectors. See which areas stand out and what stock setups are catching his attention.... READ MORE