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Election-Related Market Swings: How to Stay Ahead
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Markets bounced back after Thursday's selloff.
* Small-cap stocks are struggling to gain steam even though interest rates are likely to decline.
* Treasury yields continue to rise.
After yesterday's "trick," investors received a "treat" at the end of the trading week,...
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Halloween Scare: The Stock Market Ends October on a Wicked Tone
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Tepid earnings and negative news sends Tech stocks plunging.
* Economic data supports the narrative that the Fed will cut interest rates by 25 basis points in November.
* The long-term trend of the broader indexes are still bullish.
The Halloween effect caught up with the stock market! October 31...
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The SCTR Report: Learn How to Scan and Identify Winning Stocks
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Use the SCTR scan to help you find technically strong stocks.
* Filter scan results further using additional criteria such as trends and momentum indicators.
* Narrow your analysis further with additional criteria and add the most likely candidates to a watchlist.
When the stock market hesitates to move in...
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Election Season: Keep Calm and Optimize Your Portfolio
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Tech stocks gained some ground this week after better-than-expected earnings from Tesla.
* US Treasury yields continue to rise.
* Bullish momentum keeps gold prices rising higher.
Although earnings season is in full swing, trading volume has been relatively light this week. Perhaps investors are waiting for the stock market...
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SCTR Report: Unlocking TSLA's Potential—What Every Investor Needs to Know Now
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* TSLA stock soared on upbeat Q3 earnings report.
* TSLA's stock price has broken above the upper Keltner Channel, indicating strength and the early stages of an uptrend.
* Adding a momentum indicator like the StochRSI to Tesla's stock analysis can help make smart trading decisions....
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Stocks Regain Some Ground Amid Rising Yields, Gold Prices, US Dollar
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Stock market is treading softly as uncertainties loom on the horizon.
* Consumer Staples is the best-performing sector.
* Nasdaq breaks out above a consolidation pattern ahead of Tech earnings.
The overall trend in the stock market's broader indexes remains bullish. While the indexes were trading lower on...
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A Strong Week: Stocks, Gold, and Crypto's Robust Performance
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at record highs.
* Gold prices are on fire, closing at a record high.
* Bitcoin breaks out of a consolidation pattern.
Despite a light economic data week, the stock market continued its rally, with the S&P...
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United Airlines Stock Soars: Watch For a Promising Buying Opportunity
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* United Airlines stock took off on solid earnings.
* UAL has broken above a consolidation pattern and is ascending to a higher altitude.
* Look for a pullback before entering a long position in UAL.
Airline stocks had a strong day, with United Airlines (UAL), American Airlines (AAL), and Delta...
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SCTR Report: American Tower is Breaking Out Now; Don't Miss It!
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* American Tower is a Real Estate Investment Trust (REIT) stock that's on the verge of an upside breakout.
* The weekly chart of American Tower shows clear resistance and support levels that can help identify entry points.
* Look for American Tower's stock price to reach...
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SCTR Report: Carvana Stock Skyrockets, Hits a New 52-Week High -- What This Means for Investors
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Carvana stock is back on top of the Top 10 Large-Cap SCTR Report.
* If you have a long position in Carvana, monitor your positions carefully.
* The stock has the potential to rise much higher, so enjoy the ride while you can.
Apologies for revisiting Carvana (CVNA), but it...
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Stocks Soar, Energy Prices Spike: Are Geopolitical Tensions to Blame?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The macro picture of the US economy remains strong with the broader equity indexes in an uptrend.
* There has been some rotation in the sectors with Energy taking the lead as a result of rising crude oil prices.
* Use the StockCharts MarketCarpet to select stocks for your ChartLists....
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SCTR Report: Vistra Energy Soars, Reaches New All-Time High
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Vistra Energy can be a big player in providing nuclear power to AI companies.
* Vistra Energy's stock price has hit an all-time high.
* There are support levels on the daily price chart that could present buying opportunities in VST.
Utility stocks are now becoming cool. Going...
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Stock Market's Spectacular Q3: Highest Sector Performer is Utilities
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The leading sector performer in Q3 was Utilities, up by 19.35%.
* Utility stocks are gaining attention because of their ability to power up AI companies.
* Many utility stocks provide dividends, which could add some extra cash to your portfolio.
September, typically considered to be the weakest month...
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Stock Market Regains Bullish Edge: Can Geopolitical Tensions Change Its Direction?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The stock market got an influx of positive news, bringing bullish momentum.
* The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high on Friday.
* Investors are rotating out of mega-cap tech stocks and into other areas such as precious metals, as well as China-related stocks and ETFs.
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SCTR Report: China Adds More Stimulus, FXI in Second Position
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* iShares China Large-Cap ETF (FXI) gains technical strength and has made it to second position in the StockCharts Technical Rank (SCTR).
* FXI could be in the early stages of a bull rally, so keep an eye on this ETF.
* Set your price target levels for entry and exit...
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China Stimulus Energizes Stocks, Commodities; Will The Energy Sink?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Stocks, commodities, and crypto prices soared after China announced its stimulus package, but pulled back slightly after the news.
* Metal prices are still holding strong while oil prices pulled back.
* Escalating geopolitical tensions don't seem to be impacting the stock market much at the moment.
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Dow Jones in the Spotlight, Bonds Stabilize, Tech Plays Catch-Up
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new all-time high.
* Stock market indexes still have bullish momentum in spite of up and down movement.
* Bond prices could stabilize after digesting the interest rate cut.
The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut decision on Wednesdaywas like receiving...
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The SCTR Report: Carvana's Gain Makes It Worth a Revisit
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Carvana stock fell behind in its ranking during its August–September pullback, but it's now gaining momentum.
* From a weekly perspective, the uptrend in Carvana looks solid.
* Watch the Fibonacci retracement levels on the weekly chart to identify your entry and exit points.
On August 5,...
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Stock Market Today: Fed Cuts Rates and Market Makes Last Minute U-Turn
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The Fed cut interest rates by 50 basis points and shifts focus to the economy.
* Stock market rallied after the Fed's interest rate cut decision but closed lower.
* Treasury yields rose while bond prices fell.
The stock market received what it expected from the Federal Reserve—...
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Investors Hesitant Ahead of Fed Meeting: How to Prepare
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Broader stock market indexes went above resistance levels, but retreated by the close.
* Small-cap stocks took the lead in Tuesday's trading.
* The Fed's decision on interest rates could make for a volatile trading day.
The broader stock market indexes are still in a holding...
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A Half Point Fed Rate Cut? The Stock Market Thinks So
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Stocks make a strong recovery after last week's selloff.
* Large-, mid-, and small-cap stocks closed higher, with small caps the clear leader.
* Gold and silver prices surged on interest rate cut expectations.
This week's stock market action may have caught many investors by surprise....
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Stock Market Today: Are Big Tech Growth Stocks Back in the Spotlight?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Stocks rebounded on Wednesday with wide trading ranges.
* Investors are rotating back into large-cap growth and momentum stocks.
* The Financial sector was hit hard by negative news from banks but made some recovery.
It was a massive turnaround day in the market on Wednesday—stocks sold off after...
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Stock Market Today: Real Estate and Tech Lead, Energy Down
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The real estate sector gains ground as interest rate cuts loom.
* Technology stocks are showing slight gains, but not enough to shift momentum.
* Energy prices slide lower on weakened demand.
The Real Estate sector took the lead in Tuesday's trading, probably because interest rate cuts are...
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Broad-Based Stock Market Selloff: How to Position Your Portfolio?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Broader stock market indexes sell off as investors fear rate cuts may be too late.
* Treasury yields fell to their lowest yearly levels.
* Big Tech stocks got hammered, with semiconductor stocks getting hit the hardest.
After a week of wavering action, the stock market made a directional move—...
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The SCTR Report: Why TSLA Stock Sees Tremendous Strength
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Tesla's stock price has been gaining technical strength, evident from its daily and weekly price charts.
* An analysis of Tesla's stock price shows a potential intermediate-term trading opportunity.
* Before entering a buy position, be sure to identify your entry and exit positions.
When the...
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Stock Market Today: Tech Tumbles as Mega-Cap Stocks Get Hit by Major Profit-Taking
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Semiconductor stocks get slammed
* Volatility rises as investors become more fearful of more selling pressure ahead
* Investors should be extremely cautious as Broadcom earnings and Non-Farm Payrolls could impact the stock market
I hope you had a relaxing, restful long weekend, and welcome to September.
It was a...
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Charting Forward: Opportunities You Can Seize in September
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Stocks close higher on Friday with volatility remaining low.
* September is typically a weak month for equities.
* Energy and Utilities tend to perform better in September.
It's a quiet end to August, with the broader stock market indexes wavering higher and lower. The Market Overview panel...
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MarketCarpet Report: Stock Market Remains Resilient With Dow Notching a Record Close
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high in a thin trading day.
* The Financial sector continues to lead.
* Overall, the stock market remains healthy with low volatility.
The thin trading ahead of Labor Day weekend is here. Despite that, on Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial...
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Stock Market Today: NVDA Reports, Tech Lags, Financials Take the Lead
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The leading sector today was the Financials, followed by Health Care and Utilities.
* Technology stocks sold off significantly and was the worst sector performer.
* With interest rate cuts expected in the next FOMC meeting, financial stocks have the potential to rise further.
Today's MarketCarpet was a...
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Stock Market Today: Two Sectors That Can Make Sizable Moves
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Financial and Technology sectors were the leaders.
* With NVDA reporting earnings, tech stocks, especially semiconductors, could steal the spotlight again.
* With interest rate cuts on the horizon, financial stocks could see increased momentum.
Have you ever been in a plane that keeps circling around, waiting to land? That&...
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The SCTR Report: Workday Rises on Strong Earnings Results and Rising Technical Strength
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Workday, Inc. stock rose higher on strong earnings and guidance
* If Workday stock rises with strong momentum and technical strength, the stock has potential to make for a favorable intermediate-term position trade
* Learn how to set an alert for WDAY stock price to cross a specific threshold
When...
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The SCTR Report: Dell Is Gaining Strength. Here's Why the Stock Is a Strong Buy
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Dell stock is rising from its lows and is worth putting on your radar
* Dell stock is seeing technical improvement but needs more momentum
* There are clear entry and exit points on the daily chart of Dell
When the general market is recovering from a pullback, there can...
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Mag 7 Stocks in the Spotlight as Stock Market Recovers
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Cooling inflation data added some optimism in the market although trading volume was low
* The broader stock market indexes are seeing some daylight as they pop their heads out after being underwater
* The Mag 7 stocks are showing strength, which means there could be some buying opportunities soon...
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S&P 500 Teetering On 100-Day Moving Average Support
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* The stock market indexes end the week on a positive note after a scary Monday
* Volatility steps back slightly after a brief spike over 65
* Next week's consumer and producer inflation data could help set direction
A sigh of relief? The US stock market started the...
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The SCTR Report: Carvana Stock Makes It To Top of the Podium Today
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Carvana stock takes the lead in the large-cap stocks SCTR Report
* CVNA stock has established an upside trend with higher lows and higher highs
* Carvana's stock price is holding above its 21-day exponential moving average
On a day when the S&P 500 ($SPX) drops...
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Recession Fears Top of Mind As Tech Stocks Selloff
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Weak manufacturing and jobs data sends investors into panic mode
* All broader stock market indexes fall over 2%
* Bond prices rise
The dog days of summer are here. And the stock market gives us a brutal reminder of this.
The first trading day of August began on a...
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Big Tech Earnings, Fed Meeting, Jobs Report: Will They Add More Pressure to the Stock Market?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Investor sentiment has turned more bearish with a continuation of a selloff in big tech stocks.
* More earnings, an FOMC meeting, and jobs report are adding to investor uncertainty.
* Keep an eye on bond prices as the data starts to unravel.
Last week, there was a noticeable change...
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Recovery Rally In Stock Market Offers Hope: What You Need To Watch
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* After two days of massive selloffs, Friday's recovery offers some hope.
* Investors await earnings from mega-cap tech companies, economic data, and Fed meeting.
* Small caps continue to trend higher.
Major equity indexes rose on Friday after a selloff that hit the Technology sector especially hard. But...
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After the Tech Bloodbath: Ways to Strategize Your Portfolio
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Tech stocks took a dive on Wednesday but look like they are making up some of those losses prior to hitting the next support level.
* Expect volatility in the stock market in the coming weeks since it's earnings season and there's a Fed meeting...
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Important Market Breadth Indicators to Watch: Making Sense of Three Consecutive Down Days
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
KEY TAKEAWAYS
* Three consecutive declining days in the stock market increases risk appetite
* Semiconductors were the catalyst for the selloff and trading below two support levels
* Keep an eye on market breadth indicators to get indications of whether the stock market is correcting or if the selloff will be longer-term...
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