Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan

Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan


Jayanthi was the Managing Editor of Technical Analysis of Stocks & Commodities magazine for more than 15 years. At StockCharts, she works to educate investors and find ways to make technical analysis more approachable and intuitive. Learn More 

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The AI Trade is Back—Now Earnings Must Deliver

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 

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Rocket taking off: Mag 7 Stocks Wake Up

The Mag 7 Just Woke Up. Can Tech Lead the Market Higher?

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 

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Semiconductors Flash Red, But Market Breadth Tells a Different Story

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 

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The Bulls Controlled the First Half. Here’s What Could Change the Match

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 

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Semiconductors Sell Off, Small Caps Step Up: Is Leadership Shifting?

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 

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Can Micron’s Big Earnings Beat Bring the Mojo Back to Tech Stocks?

Micron’s earnings beat could help revive tech stocks, but PCE inflation data may decide what comes next....   READ MORE 

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Semiconductors Just Took the Lead. Can the Rally Keep Going?

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 

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Stocks Bounce Back After Warsh’s Hawkish Fed Debut: What the Charts Say Now

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 

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Tailor Your Charts to the Trend, Not the Headlines

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 

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S&P 500 Approaches Next Support as Market Jitters Rise: What Comes Next?

Stocks sold off as headline risk rattled investors. Discover what the S&P 500, Nasdaq, semiconductors, and oil are signalling next. ...   READ MORE 

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Did Friday’s Selloff Change the Stock Market Narrative?

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 

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Nine Straight Up Weeks: What This Market Is Really Telling Us

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 

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Record Highs, Fading Momentum: Is the S&P 500 Due For a Pause?

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 

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A Better Way to Review the Market at Week’s End

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 

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AI Stocks Are Still Driving the Rally, But Oil May Decide What’s Next

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 

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Stocks Slip, Yields Jump: The Charts to Watch Next Week

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 

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AI Stocks Are Still in Charge. Here’s What Could Stop the Rally

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 

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Beneath the Record Highs, Small-Cap Stocks Stand Out

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 

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The Stock Market Still Looks Bullish, But These Economic Charts Deserve Attention

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 

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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Hit Record Highs as Chip Stocks Surge

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 

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Before You Sell in May, Check the Seasonality Chart

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 

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What’s Really Driving this Stock Market Rally? Start With These Charts

What’s Really Driving this Stock Market Rally? Start With These Charts

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 

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Semis Surge to Record Highs, Commodities Stay In Focus

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 

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Beyond the Headlines: Two Charts That Could Matter More than New Highs

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 

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How to Spot Opportunity After a Sharp Market Rebound

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 

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New Highs, Surging Tech, and One Strange Stock Move

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 

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How to Use New Highs to Spot Market Strength

The two-week ceasefire may have been just the news the stock market was waiting for. Even though the S&P 500 ($SPX) and Dow Jones Industrials ($INDU) closed lower on Friday, both indexes still finished the week on a strong footing. The Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ), meanwhile, closed higher...   READ MORE 

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Stocks Are Climbing Again, But Are We in the Clear?

Stocks are rebounding as volatility eases, but oil prices and inflation remain key risks for investors to watch closely....   READ MORE 

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Small Caps Are Holding Up. Here’s How to Find the Leaders.

With the stock market closed for Good Friday, it’s a great chance to take a step back and see where things stand after a volatile week. In a way, the shortened trading week may have been a gift. Had the market been open on Friday, we might have seen...   READ MORE 

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A Relief Rally or Rebound? What the Charts Are Saying Now

Is this stock market rebound real or just a relief rally? Learn what the S&P 500, Nasdaq, VIX , and oil prices say about whether now is the time to buy stocks....   READ MORE 

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Get Ready for the Market’s Next Turn with John Murphy’s 10 Laws

With the S&P 500 ($SPX), Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ), and Dow Industrials ($INDU) all trading below their 200-day moving averages, investors are facing a lot of tough questions. Should I sell all my holdings? Should I rotate into defensive sectors like Energy? Should I buy the dip?  When...   READ MORE 

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Before You Buy the Dip, Look at These 3 Charts

The major stock market indexes are under pressure. Learn what the charts say now, which support levels matter, and why caution still makes sense for investors....   READ MORE 

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The Market Just Broke Key Levels: Here’s What Happens Next

We can all agree that this wasn’t the kind of week investors enjoy. The VIX moved higher, and the S&P 500 slipped below its 200-day Simple Moving Average (SMA) and November low. Treasury yields have spiked higher and, under the surface, market breadth has weakened. If...   READ MORE 

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When Headlines Drive the Stock Market, Let Charts Lead the Way

Are you struggling to make sense of a headline-driven stock market? Learn how a simple ChartList can help you stay focused, reduce uncertainty, and spot key market reversals....   READ MORE 

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The Stock Market is Sending a Warning: Here’s How to Manage Risk

There was plenty to make investors uneasy this Friday the 13th. Recent economic data suggests inflation pressures remain, while the U.S. economy shows signs of slowing. Add in rising oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions and, understandably, the stock market ended the week on a cautious note. Stocks, bonds,...   READ MORE 

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Crossroads: Stock Market Sending Mixed Signals

Stock Market Is Sending Mixed Signals; Here’s What to Watch

The stock market is sending mixed signals. See what the charts reveal about current trends and why semiconductors may lead the next move....   READ MORE 

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What John Murphy’s Principles Say About Today’s Market

It was a challenging week.  Yes, the stock market had to cope with rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. But for many in the technical analysis community, the week carried a heavier weight. We learned of the passing of John Murphy, one of the most respected and influential teachers...   READ MORE 

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Stocks Wobble as Oil Spikes: What the Charts Are Telling Investors

The stock market turned volatile as oil prices surged. Here's what the charts are telling investors about the market's next move....   READ MORE 

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Professional Money Managers Are Reducing Risk — Should You?

Beneath this week's market jitters, a subtle but meaningful shift is taking place. It was another week where headlines, above all, drove the stock market. We had stories about AI disrupting software jobs, rising geopolitical tensions, and whispers of credit problems in the private credit space. Put all...   READ MORE 

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The Stock Market’s Tone Is Changing: Are You Prepared?

The stock market is consolidating, not collapsing. Here's what sector rotation, moving averages, and the VIX reveal about what may come next....   READ MORE