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
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
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
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
Stocks close higher as inflation cools, market breadth strengthens, and volatility stays low. Here's what traders should watch next.... READ MORE
This week, the S&P 500 ($SPX) and Dow Jones Industrials ($INDU) notched new closing highs, the Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) had its best week since April, gold moved higher, and volatility subsided. The bull market still has legs! This week’s update: * Sentiment measures * Where’s Crypto? Stocks popped... READ MORE
Softer jobs data shifted Fed expectations, lifting stocks and gold. Here are the key technical levels and macro catalysts to watch ahead of CPI.... READ MORE
The Nasdaq breaks out as technology stocks lead a broad market rally. See the key levels in tech, oil, yields, and volatility that traders should watch next.... READ MORE
What a week! One day, the major indexes look ready to slide lower; the next day, they reverse course and end the week on a positive note. This week’s update: * Wild stock market swings * Scanning for strong stocks * Level up your scanning skills If you’re a short-term... READ MORE
Stocks, bonds, and volatility send warning signals after the Fed meeting. Here are the key support levels and market catalysts traders should watch next. ... READ MORE
Earnings, tariffs, oil prices, and Treasury yields gave investors plenty to digest this week. By Friday’s close, the S&P 500 ($SPX), Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ), and Dow Jones Industrial Average ($INDU) had all closed lower for the week, with the Nasdaq taking the biggest hit. This week’s... READ MORE
The stock market remains range-bound as investors weigh earnings, rising oil prices, Treasury yields, and gold's attempt to break higher.... READ MORE
It was a rough week for the stock market, despite a strong start to quarterly earnings season. Technology stocks came under pressure, oil prices continued to rise, and the Cboe Volatility Index ($VIX) jumped 12.19%, closing at 18.77. With so much uncertainty in the market, the weekend is... READ MORE
Should you rely on AI models to pick your stocks? Discover the pitfalls of relying on AI decisionmaking when trading — and how the tools offered by StockCharts.com can help you make your own best choices.... READ MORE
The stock market ended the week on a positive note, despite the mid-week selloff, thanks in large part to the excitement surrounding the Nasdaq debut of SK Hynix (SKHY or SKHYV), reigniting enthusiasm for the AI trade. This week’s update: * Earnings season kicks off * Your ChartLists page * An... READ MORE
Chip stocks rally as Big Tech shows signs of life, oil pulls back, and Bitcoin firms up. Can renewed risk appetite push the S&P 500 toward new highs?... READ MORE
On June 30, the final trading day of the second quarter, semiconductors looked ready to come roaring back. But by Thursday’s close, the last trading day of this holiday-shortened week, that comeback looked a lot less certain. In this update: * Semiconductors flash red * Getting a head start before... READ MORE
Stocks finished the first half strong, with semiconductors leading the way. Here's why the broader market trend remains bullish, and what investors should watch next. ... READ MORE
The S&P 500 ($SPX) and Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) have spent the entire week in the red, falling every trading day. Throughout the selloff, though, the Cboe Volatility Index ($VIX) has stayed below 20, which suggests that investors aren’t panicking. This could have something to do with timing.... READ MORE
Micron’s earnings beat could help revive tech stocks, but PCE inflation data may decide what comes next.... READ MORE
A new Fed Chairman, a memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran, and soaring semiconductors. For a short week, there was plenty to talk about. In this update: * Semiconductors lead the market * New indicators and overlays * Upcoming virtual event After such an eventful week, I was especially eager... READ MORE
Stocks rebound after a hawkish Fed meeting as Technology leads, the U.S. dollar strengthens, gold weakens, and oil tests key support level.... READ MORE
We had a smorgasbord of market-moving events this week, including inflation data, renewed U.S.-Iran tensions, SpaceX IPO, and the kickoff of the FIFA World Cup 2026TM. When the stock market turns volatile, especially on news-driven moves, it’s often accompanied by a “surround sound” of opinions... READ MORE
Stocks sold off as headline risk rattled investors. Discover what the S&P 500, Nasdaq, semiconductors, and oil are signalling next. ... READ MORE
When the stock market climbs as sharply as it has, a pullback is never out of the question. The difficult part is knowing when it will arrive. After this week’s price action, the big question is if we’re starting to see the early signs of a narrative shift.... READ MORE
It was another stellar week and month for stocks. How stellar? Just head over to the Market Summary page, switch to the monthly timeframe, and look at the gains in the Equities panel. The only group in the red was Dow Utilities. Even more impressive is the Weekly Streak column:... READ MORE
S&P 500, Nasdaq, and Dow close at record highs, but momentum is starting to fade. All eyes are on crude oil as investors focus on U.S.-Iran headlines. ... READ MORE
The end of the week is the perfect time to step back, assess your portfolio holdings, and get a read on the overall stock market sentiment. This week may have felt a bit uneventful. NVIDIA’s earnings failed to excite investors, consumer confidence came in weak, and there was still... READ MORE
AI and quantum stocks rally as oil prices slide and IPO buzz builds. See what falling yields, semiconductor strength, and geopolitical headlines could mean for the market. ... READ MORE
Stocks sold off on Friday as Treasury yields climbed, oil prices moved higher, precious metals weakened, and the US dollar gained strength against major currencies. After what we saw earlier in the week, this was a sharp reversal. It almost felt like a delayed reaction to the inflation data we... READ MORE
AI stocks are driving the stock market higher, but rising yields, food prices, and weak market breadth could signal trouble beneath the surface of this bull rally.... READ MORE
When the stock market keeps grinding higher, it gets harder and harder to become bearish. Just look at how the market closed on Friday! * S&P 500 ($SPX): 7,398.93 (+0.84%) * Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ): 26,247.08 (+1.71%) * Dow Jones Industrial Average ($INDU): 49,609 (+0.... READ MORE
Despite Thursday's selloff, stocks remain bullish. Consumer sentiment, oil prices, and Friday's jobs report will test the market's risk-on momentum.... READ MORE
The Nasdaq and S&P 500 posted record closes as chip stocks surged. See why broadening market strength and Bitcoin's rally point to bullish momentum.... READ MORE
It was a strong week for the stock market with the Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) closing above 25,000 for the first time. The S&P 500 ($SPX) and S&P 600 Small Cap Index ($SML) also notched record closing highs. A lot of that strength came from big... READ MORE
The S&P 500, Nasdaq, and the S&P 600 closed at new highs despite inflation concerns and geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. What's driving this rally? Find out here.... READ MORE
Real-time crude oil, gold, silver, and other commodity prices will be available starting Sunday evening – plus, last call for 20% off six- and 12-month plans. Strong earnings from Intel (INTC), hopes for peace, and renewed enthusiasm for AI-related stocks helped propel stocks higher this week. The S&... READ MORE
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs, but weakness in Dow Transports and Real Estate tells a more cautious story. See what the charts reveal about market strength. ... READ MORE
April is Financial Literacy Month, and if there’s one thing this month has reminded us, it’s that the stock market can throw a curveball when you least expect it. After hitting a low on March 30, the stock market mostly moved higher. There was still plenty of uncertainty... READ MORE
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq hit new highs as tech rebounds, quantum stocks rally, and Allbirds grabs attention with a stunning AI-driven surge.... READ MORE