Jay Woods

Jay Woods


Jay is a professor of technical analysis at Fordham University, Floor Governor at the NYSE (the highest elected position at the Exchange), and sits on the Board of Directors at the CMT Association. Learn More 

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Three Stocks in Focus: One Old Favorite, One Mag Name, and a Dow Comeback Story

Three Stocks in Focus: One Old Favorite, One Mag Name, and a Dow Comeback Story

This week, let's dive into three interesting stocks: a well-known Dow stalwart, a tech giant in a tug of war, and a former Dow member showing signs of revival. Whether you're looking for opportunity, caution, or something worth watching, there's a little something here...   READ MORE 

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3 Stocks Seasoned Investors Should Watch

3 Stocks Seasoned Investors Should Watch

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The Financial sector shows strong technical momentum potentially signifying continued growth. * Goldman Sachs (GS) presents strong upside and potential entry opportunities on pullbacks. * Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) is a stable, long-term holding with limited short-term excitement. As we navigate the evolving stock market landscape, understanding key sectors and...   READ MORE 

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3 Stock Setups for the Second Half of 2025

3 Stock Setups for the Second Half of 2025

As we head into the second half of 2025, here are three stocks that present strong technical setups with favorable risk/reward profiles. One is the largest market cap stock we're familiar with, which bodes well for the market in general. The second is an old tech giant...   READ MORE 

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This Week's Earnings Watch: Turnarounds and Momentum Plays

This Week's Earnings Watch: Turnarounds and Momentum Plays

This week, we're keeping an eye on three major stocks that are reporting earnings. Two of them have been beaten down and are looking to turn things around, while the third has had a tremendous run and is looking to keep its extraordinary momentum going. Let's...   READ MORE 

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Diving into Energy Investments: Uncover Hidden Gems Today!

Diving into Energy Investments: Uncover Hidden Gems Today!

With oil prices surging and geopolitical unrest stirring in the Middle East, it's no surprise that energy stocks are drawing renewed attention. And, quite frankly, this week didn't have many market-moving earnings. So this week, we skate to where the puck is, or, in this case,...   READ MORE 

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A Few Charts Worth Watching This Week

A Few Charts Worth Watching This Week

There are a few very different setups unfolding this week that are worth a closer look: two software-related names that are struggling to reclaim their winning ways, plus one lovable and reliable stock wagging its tail in the spotlight. Let's break it down. Adobe (ADBE): Mind the Gaps...   READ MORE 

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What's Next for Dollar Tree, CrowdStrike, and Broadcom? Watch These Setups

What's Next for Dollar Tree, CrowdStrike, and Broadcom? Watch These Setups

Earnings season may be winding down, but a few standout names could still make headlines this week. If you're looking for potential moves, keep an eye on these three stocks — Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR), CrowdStrike Holdings, Inc. (CRWD), and Broadcom, Inc. (AVGO). Each of these names is at...   READ MORE 

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3 Stocks to Watch While Everyone's Staring at NVIDIA

3 Stocks to Watch While Everyone's Staring at NVIDIA

This week, while everyone else is focused on NVIDIA Corp. (NVDA), we will focus our attention on stocks with earnings that may get overlooked. We're watching a different group of stocks heading into earnings: Okta, Inc. (OKTA), AutoZone, Inc. (AZO), and Salesforce.com, Inc. (CRM). OKTA and AZO...   READ MORE 

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Earnings Watch: Smart Setups in HD, PANW, and BJ

Earnings Watch: Smart Setups in HD, PANW, and BJ

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The chart of Home Depot (HD) shows the stock could face resistance from its 200-day moving average. * Palo Alto Networks (PANW) shows bullish technical momentum and has the potential to breakout toward its all-time high. * Despite macroeconomic headwinds, BJ's Wholesale (BJ) offers a strong risk/reward...   READ MORE 

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Navigating Earnings: Three Stocks, Three Different Stories

Navigating Earnings: Three Stocks, Three Different Stories

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Short-term traders may find an opportunity in Under Armour stock if the price breaks above key resistance. * Walmart earnings could reveal how retail spending is trending. * Alibaba's stock price sits in a volatile range with trade tensions and AI investments playing a critial role in its...   READ MORE 

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Stocks In Focus This Week: Palantir, Uber, and Coinbase

Stocks In Focus This Week: Palantir, Uber, and Coinbase

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Palantir stock nears breakout as AI revenue and government contracts drive growth. * Uber stock signals strength ahead of earnings report. * Coinbase eyes reversal as crypto trading volume increases. This week, we're watching three high-profile names--Palantir (PLTR), Uber (UBER), and Coinbase (COIN)--as they gear up for...   READ MORE 

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Earnings Week in Full Swing: Don't Overlook These Three Stocks

Earnings Week in Full Swing: Don't Overlook These Three Stocks

This week will be the biggest week of earnings season and yes, all eyes will be on the heavy-hitters: META, AMZN, MSFT, and AAPL. These names dominate headlines, and their charts are practically seared into our brains. But let's look at some solid companies that might fly under...   READ MORE 

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Three Stocks to Watch This Earnings Week

Three Stocks to Watch This Earnings Week

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Tesla's daily chart displays key support levels to monitor after the company reports earnings. * Service Now is showing signs of a bottom, which could mean a reversal depending on earnings results. * Watch for Alphabet, Inc. shares to hit specific support levels, which could give traders favorable...   READ MORE 

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Earnings From These 3 Stocks Could Be Key

Earnings From These 3 Stocks Could Be Key

This week, we're getting back to earnings season during the shortened four-day period. Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (GS) reports on the heels of JP Morgan's solid results that saw its shares rally by 12.3% and recapture its 200-day moving average. Watch the trading revenue numbers...   READ MORE 

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Three Stocks to Watch: Utilities, Banks, Airlines

Three Stocks to Watch: Utilities, Banks, Airlines

When markets are sliding lower, where should you be investing? Here are three stocks to consider. American Water Works (AWK) Why focus on a utility company that isn't reporting earnings this week? It's because the biggest question of the week is where should you put your...   READ MORE 

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Stocks In Focus: Three Charts to Watch

Stocks In Focus: Three Charts to Watch

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Two Consumer Staples stocks and one Consumer Discretionary stock made the cut this week. * These three stocks show clear support levels that could serve as potential entry points. This week, we get back to earnings and, sadly, the pickings are slim. Given these turbulent times, we have two...   READ MORE 

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Stocks in Focus: 3 Stocks to Watch

Stocks in Focus: 3 Stocks to Watch

KEY TAKEAWAYS * These three stocks are showing great relative strength when compared to their peers. * Two stocks are relatively less risky, while one is a tech high-flyer. * Identify your entry and exit points and set alerts to notify you when price reaches these levels. Seeing that the earnings slate is...   READ MORE 

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Stocks in Focus: Three Stocks Primed for Explosive Growth

Stocks in Focus: Three Stocks Primed for Explosive Growth

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Five Below is in a long-term downtrend and could be setting up for rally from which swing traders could benefit. * Nike's stock price has struggled to break above its 200-day moving average, but a bullish divergence may be lurking. * Micron Technology shares have been in a...   READ MORE