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Market Check-In: Riding the Highs (But Staying Watchful)
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Another week, another round of fresh highs in the stock market, although the Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) wasn't able to hold on to its winning streak! Still, investor enthusiasm is high, and even a government shutdown isn’t slowing it down right now. What’s especially interesting is how...
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The Squeeze Is On: Using the TTM to Catch Big Moves
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Learn how the TTM Squeeze indicator spots stocks ready to break out of a consolidation and see how you can apply it to stocks that have long-term investing potential....
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Don’t Get Squeezed: Using TTM to Stay Head of Wall Street
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
If you follow the stock market, you know that September is supposed to be a soft month. Well, not this year. So far, all three major indexes are up and, with just two trading days left, it’s looking like the month could finish on solid footing.
Here’s how...
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Turn Your Stock Watchlist Into Winners With This Chart Tool
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Learn how the StockCharts Technical Rank (SCTR) score can help you spot stocks gaining momentum....
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Special Offer: 2 Months FREE for New StockCharts Members
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Another week, another record-setting close in the major indexes. With the S&P 500 ($SPX) up over 13% so far this year, investors are seeing gains far beyond what CDs or money markets can deliver.
The stock market may seem to be a complex and risky beast, but...
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Fed Day Signals: Noise or the Start of Something Bigger?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The Fed delivered a rate cut and markets wobbled. Discover how stocks, bonds, and the dollar reacted and what investors should watch next. ...
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Make Every Chart Look Like Your Chart—With One Click
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Have you ever wished you could change any chart you open to appear just the way you want – in just a single click? With StyleButtons, you can do just that.
Setting it up
When you’re logged in to your StockCharts account and using SharpCharts, look at the upper-left...
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Calm Week, Uptrend Intact: Weekly Market Recap
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
This past week was relatively calm, except for Tuesday’s wobble. However, the market recovered from that selloff slowly and steadily; for a minute, it looked like we might finish the week in record territory. Although that didn’t happen, the uptrend in the big three indexes remains intact. It...
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Before CPI and PPI: 5 Things to Watch This Week
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Rate cuts on deck? Look for these signals in small caps, TLT, gold, and more to help you position your portfolio ahead of this week's data....
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Stock Market Finds Its Footing: Why Friday’s Jobs Report Could Be the Real Test
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Stocks rebounded after Tuesday’s dip, but Friday’s jobs report could be the real market mover. Here’s what investors need to watch.
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Stock Market Recap: August Ends Green
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Just when it looked like August would end on a high note, stocks ran out of steam in the last leg. The major indexes closed lower on Friday, but the monthly performance wasn’t bad at all.
Monthly wrap:
* S&P 500 ($SPX): +1.91% (fourth straight monthly gain)...
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Stocks Look Stalled: These Charts Point to Where the Market Could Head Next
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
From NVIDIA earnings to small-cap momentum, here's what could drive the market's next move. Here are the charts that tell the story....
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Stock Market Recap: The Bull Still Has Some Kick
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
It was another interesting week on Wall Street. Just when things were looking rough, Fed Chairman Jerome Powell stepped in and gave the market just what it wanted; his comments brought investors back in, and the bulls showed they’re still in charge.
The broader indexes closed higher on Friday,...
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From Slump to Surge: Why Investors Are Smiling Again
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Stocks surged as Powell's rate-cut hints lifted markets. Dow hit a record, Nasdaq rebounded, and small caps rallied. Here's what it means for investors....
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Tech Stumbles, Market Widens: What Savvy Investors Should Watch Now
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Tech stocks wobble while other sectors firm up. Learn how breadth, equal-weight trends, and small/mid-cap strength can guide your investment decisions....
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This Week in Charts: Surprises Ahead?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Wow! What a Week on Wall Street!
The S&P 500 ($SPX), Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ), and the Dow Industrials ($INDU) all flirted with record highs at some point during the week, small caps stole the spotlight for a couple of days, and some beaten-down names like UnitedHealth Group...
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Charts Don’t Lie: The Secret Weapon Behind This Week’s Picks
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
It's the Clash of the Chart Titans — Who Wins?
Buckle up, folks. This week, we’re bringing you not one, but two "Top 10 Stocks" videos. That means double the picks, double the fun!
So, who’s the victor in this high-stakes stock showdown? Spoiler:...
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August Pullback: Déjà Vu or Opportunity in Disguise?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Well, we got our seasonally strong July, but now, like clockwork, August has arrived, and the market sells off. It eerily echoes last August’s decline. Back then, the stock market sold off the week of August 5 on a weak jobs report, came close to its 40-week moving...
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Thursday's Stock Market Dive: Noise or a Warning? Let the Charts Decide
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Was Thursday's market dip a warning sign or just noise? Explore market trends, sentiment, and sector rotation, and learn how the StockCharts Market Summary page can help you stay one step ahead....
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Before You Cast Away, Hook the Market's Key Trends on StockCharts
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Check these must-see StockCharts signals before you cast off for the summer and see whether August's market currents say "stay the course" or "make adjustments."...
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A Faster Way To Your Charts
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The stock market may be setting records, but you deserve a breather this weekend. While you’re sipping your iced tea, take just a couple of minutes to explore the brand-new navigation menu on StockCharts.com. It’ll make your next charting session a breeze.
What’s different (and...
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Will SMCI Stock Soar in 2025? Here's What the Charts Say
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Discover why SMCI stock's steady breakout, key support levels, and AI-driven upside could reward patient investors....
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Tech Taps the Brakes, Homebuilders Hit the Gas: See the Rotation on StockCharts Today
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Technology stocks cool before earnings, but the Nasdaq holds above a key moving average. See rotation, support, and key charts on StockCharts to stay ready....
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July Strength, Late-Summer Caution: 3 Charts to Watch
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
July seasonality is lifting the S&P 500 as breadth and bullish sentiment hold up. Discover which charts to watch before the choppier August to October stretch. ...
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RGTI Stock Surged 30% — Is This the Start of a Quantum Comeback?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
RGTI stock surged 30% in a breakout move. See why RGTI and other quantum computing stocks are back on traders' radar and what to watch next. ...
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Tech Takes the Spotlight Again—Are You Watching These Stocks?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Tech stocks led by semiconductors pushed the Nasdaq to a record high. Learn why this sector is gaining momentum and how to track top stocks....
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The Small Cap 'Early Warning' System: Use StockCharts to Time Pullbacks and Protect Profits
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The stock market continued to push higher with the S&P 500 ($SPX) and Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) closing at record highs on Thursday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average ($INDU) tacked on a solid 192 points (+0.43%). There was a pullback on Friday, but July is a seasonally strong...
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Tariff Shock Spurs "Buy-the-Dip" Setups in Tesla and ON Semiconductor
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Just when we thought tariff talk had gone quiet, it's back on center stage. With the reciprocal tariff deadline landing this Wednesday, President Trump has mailed out notices that new duties will kick in on August 1. Countries such as Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, and Kazakhstan face a...
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Missed Disney's Rally? Grab This Defined-Risk Put Spread for a Second Chance
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Stocks keep notching record highs. If you're like most investors, you're probably wondering, "Should I really chase these prices or sit tight and wait for a pullback?"
Instead of overthinking and ending up in Analysis-Paralysis land, however, it may be worth exploring other...
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Tech Stocks Lead the Charge: What's Driving the Momentum?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The last day of trading for the first half of 2025 ended with a bang. The S&P 500 ($SPX) and Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ) closed at record highs - an impressive finish, given the year has seen significant swings.
We saw signs of investors rotating into technology stocks last week...
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SMCI Stock Surges: How to Invest Wisely Now
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
Over a month ago, Super Micro Computer, Inc. (SMCI) appeared on our StockCharts Technical Rank(SCTR) Top 10 list. SCTRs are an exclusive StockCharts tool that can help you quickly find stocks showing strong technical strength relative to other stocks in a similar category.
Now, the stock market is dynamic,...
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Shifting Tides in the Stock Market: A New Era for Bulls?
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The stock market has been on quite the rollercoaster of late, thanks to news headlines. But investors seem to have shrugged off the past weekend's geopolitical tensions, at least for now.
On Tuesday, we saw a surge of enthusiasm. Investors were diving back into stocks and selling off...
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Feeling Unsure About the Stock Market's Next Move? These Charts Can Help
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
When the stock market seems to be drifting sideways without displaying a clear bullish or bearish bias, it's normal for investors to get anxious. It's like being at a crossroads, wondering whether to go left, right, or stay put.
The truth is nobody has a crystal...
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Navigate the Stock Market with Confidence
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
When you see headlines about geopolitical tensions and how the stock market sold off on the news, it can feel unsettling, especially when it comes to your hard-earned savings. But what you might not hear about in the news is what the charts are indicating.
Look at what happened...
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Unlocking Stock Market Insights: Identify Global Opportunities with StockCharts' Market Summary
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
The U.S. stock market has been painting a subtle picture recently. While the broader indexes, such as the S&P 500 ($SPX), Nasdaq Composite ($COMPQ), and Dow Jones Industrial Average ($INDU), are indeed grinding higher, the daily movements have been relatively subdued. This is a noticeable shift from...
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Your Weekly Stock Market Snapshot: What It Means for Your Investments
by Jayanthi Gopalakrishnan,
Director of Site Content, StockCharts.com
This week, we got a smorgasbord of jobs data — JOLTS, ADP, weekly jobless claims, and the nonfarm payrolls (NFP). Friday's NFP, the big one the market was waiting for, showed that 139,000 jobs were added in May, which was better than the expected 130,000. Unemployment rate...
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