Mary Ellen McGonagle

Mary Ellen McGonagle


Mary Ellen is a professional investing consultant and president of MEM Investment Research. After starting her career on Wall Street, she spent years working under William O’Neill to identifying healthy stocks with potential to take off. Learn More 

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This Big League Stock Just Received A Buy Recommendation From 12 Wall Street Firms

This Big League Stock Just Received A Buy Recommendation From 12 Wall Street Firms

When the CEO of a major corporation states: "You may want to take a seat" during their quarterly earnings report, you can bet that some serious news is about to be shared. And indeed, Jeff Bezos of Amazon (AMZN) dropped a bomb when he stated that the company...   READ MORE 

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Bull Rally Under Pressure?

Bull Rally Under Pressure?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the impact of a late-week selloff on the broader markets. She also discusses the move within various sectors, with a spotlight on Gold stocks. This video was originally recorded on May 1st, 2020. Click on the above...   READ MORE 

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The Stock Market's Great Divide: Are You Positioned On The Right Side?

The Stock Market's Great Divide: Are You Positioned On The Right Side?

The broader markets continue to climb a wall of worry with an impressive bear market rally that's been able to shrug off a barrage of negative news. A close look at this rally reveals a divide in the markets where select areas of outperformance are leaving the rest...   READ MORE 

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The End of the Bullish Bias?

The End of the Bullish Bias?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the current state of the markets after a tumultuous week. She focuses on high profile stocks that reported earnings. This video was originally recorded on April 24th, 2020. Click on the above image to watch on our...   READ MORE 

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Bullish Signals Abound!

Bullish Signals Abound!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the current state of the broader markets as companies begin reporting their Q1 results. She also highlights where the current strength is in the markets and provides insights into big name stocks that reported earnings. This video...   READ MORE 

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Tesla's On The Move Again – Along With 2 Other Automakers Poised To Race Off

Tesla's On The Move Again – Along With 2 Other Automakers Poised To Race Off

The COVID-19 pandemic has hurt the auto industry tremendously as consumer demand for vehicles has collapsed in the face of enforced lockdowns in China, Europe and now the United States. The industry is fighting back with efforts to jump-start production and sales globally, as countries such as China have begun...   READ MORE 

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Market Leadership Beginning to Emerge

Market Leadership Beginning to Emerge

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews relative market outperformers with growth prospects that are setting up to perform well. She also discusses stocks that are due to report earnings next week while sharing insights into the broader market's potential. This video...   READ MORE 

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Have Oil Stocks Bottomed?

Have Oil Stocks Bottomed?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the move into select areas of Oil, as well as the bullish move into Gold. She also shares winners and losers in the broader markets, talking trends that are expected to continue over the near-term while highlighting...   READ MORE 

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$2 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill Makes Bullish Case for Certain Industries

$2 Trillion Coronavirus Relief Bill Makes Bullish Case for Certain Industries

The U.S. government passed a coronavirus relief bill today that's thought to be the largest of its kind in history as Washington tries to dampen the sharp economic decline that's expected from the spreading pandemic. While the plan will provide one-time payments to individuals as...   READ MORE 

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Is the Current Rally Real?

Is the Current Rally Real?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews areas of the market that are relatively outperforming as product demand heats up for select companies. Shorter term, she shares how to uncover stocks on the move, as well as what chart timeframes to use. This video...   READ MORE 

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Anatomy of a Bear Market Reversal - Are We There Yet?

Anatomy of a Bear Market Reversal - Are We There Yet?

Yesterday's 9.4% rally in the S&P 500 Index has many investors wondering whether a bottom has been put in place in the markets. Certainly, the fear among the U.S. population has hit new highs, and we now have a historical stimulus package close to...   READ MORE 

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Downtrend Reversal Attempts Beginning to Emerge

Downtrend Reversal Attempts Beginning to Emerge

In this episode of StockCharts TV's The MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares newly defensive areas of the market that are in the early stages of reversing from steep downtrends. She also reviews cutting-edge companies that are seeing increased demand for products that are assisting during this unprecedented global...   READ MORE 

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One Way to Help Ride Out the Bear Market

One Way to Help Ride Out the Bear Market

It was not a week for the faint of heart as the markets posted daily roller coaster type swings that had one day's action wiping out the prior day. The S&P 500 was down as much as 17% at one point before Friday's relief...   READ MORE 

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Is It Time to Start Nibbling?

Is It Time to Start Nibbling?

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the current market environment and how to use history as your guide. She also shares some recession-proof stocks that are holding up well in this tough environment. This video was originally recorded on March 13th, 2020. Please...   READ MORE 

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Solid Themes Emerging Within the Volatility

Solid Themes Emerging Within the Volatility

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews how to quickly get in front of areas that are withstanding the overall downward pressures and how to potentially trade them. She also showed how to use ETFs to capitalize on high-demand areas. This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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De-fense! Looking to Higher-Yielding Stocks as a Market Buffer

De-fense! Looking to Higher-Yielding Stocks as a Market Buffer

While last week's historically sharp drop in the markets was damaging to every area of the markets, what was most surprising was the hit that the normally-defensive Utility stocks endured. While not the worst performer for the week, this sector dropped more than the broader markets, with many...   READ MORE 

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Bottom Fishing - Three Candidates After Last Week's Sharp Selloff

Bottom Fishing - Three Candidates After Last Week's Sharp Selloff

It was a tough week for investors following last week's sharp drop in the markets, particularly as many individual stocks sold off even more than the averages. Selling was broad-based and on heavy volume, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average experiencing its biggest decline since the October 2008...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Buy After Last Week's Selloff?

MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Buy After Last Week's Selloff?

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews bright spots in the market and what to be on the lookout for next week. She also shared stocks poised to benefit longer-term from the coronavirus, as well as the best timeframe chart to use in the...   READ MORE 

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Curating Your Watchlist - This Stock is Poised to Outperform Once the Markets Turn Positive

Curating Your Watchlist - This Stock is Poised to Outperform Once the Markets Turn Positive

The S&P 500 has dropped 8.2% since hitting a new high in price just six days ago, and the heavy selling has pushed many individual stocks down even more. That may be great news for those looking to purchase high quality stocks at a discount; however, there...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Exit the Markets?

MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Exit the Markets?

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews current market dynamics and what to be on the lookout for going forward. She also shares pockets of strength in defensive, along with growth areas of the market that appear poised to withstand virus-related fears. This video...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Will High Growth Stocks Continue to Power Higher?

MEM Edge TV: Will High Growth Stocks Continue to Power Higher?

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews some earnings-driven dynamics that are providing bullish upside for some unusual groups. She also shares individual stocks that appear poised to trade higher, along with the best timeframe of chart for entry/exit points in these fast...   READ MORE 

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This Stock Has Legendary Backing, High Growth and a Breakout On Volume.....

This Stock Has Legendary Backing, High Growth and a Breakout On Volume.....

Retail Furnishing stocks have been a hot area as new home sales have continued to grow in this low interest rate environment. While most of these Home Furnishers have been expanding sales through online digital channels, there's been one high-growth company that's making a name for...   READ MORE 

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Select 5G Stocks Will Benefit From This Week's T-Mobile/Sprint Merger – Here are 3 Stocks Poised To Trade Higher

Select 5G Stocks Will Benefit From This Week's T-Mobile/Sprint Merger – Here are 3 Stocks Poised To Trade Higher

This week's federal court decision to allow the T-Mobile (TMUS)/Sprint (S) merger to go through has reignited select areas of the market that will be positively impacted by the boost in 5G adoption in the U.S. This is because the judge who presided over the decision...   READ MORE 

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This Hot IPO is Poised to Trade Higher - Even After Gapping Up on Strong Earnings

This Hot IPO is Poised to Trade Higher - Even After Gapping Up on Strong Earnings

Bill.com (BILL) has been one of the better-performing IPOs to debut recently. The leading provider of cloud-based software that automates complex back-office financial operations popped more than 60% on its first day of trading two months ago. Why all the hoopla? The company partners with 70 of the top...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Uncovering Top Prospects in a Remarkable Recovery Rally

MEM Edge TV: Uncovering Top Prospects in a Remarkable Recovery Rally

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares how to quickly find the best picks in the fallout of the coronavirus pullback, as well as how to find and best play current pockets of strength. She also discusses what chart to use to trade Tesla...   READ MORE 

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When a Strong Stock in a Leadership Group Pulls Back

When a Strong Stock in a Leadership Group Pulls Back

Software stocks got hit yesterday, with the group down over 3% and many individual stocks seeing losses as high as 10% for the day. While the decline was due to lowered guidance from one of the faster movers in the group, realistically, many of these stocks were due a pullback...   READ MORE 

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Putting Your Best Players on the Field in a Rocky Market Environment - Defensive Plays With Growth & Yield

Putting Your Best Players on the Field in a Rocky Market Environment - Defensive Plays With Growth & Yield

The broader markets took it on the chin today as news of a sharp increase in the number of coronavirus cases brought fear-induced selling across most areas. Hardest hit were businesses that rely on healthy economic growth in China to buoy their bottom lines, while defensive areas held in well....   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: How to Hedge Against the Coronavirus Pullback

MEM Edge TV: How to Hedge Against the Coronavirus Pullback

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares select areas of the market that perform well during China-related market drops. She also reviews those areas in the direct line of fire and which could go much lower. This video was originally recorded on January 31st,...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Exit the Markets?

MEM Edge TV: Is it Time to Exit the Markets?

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen discusses several ways to determine the market's health while reviewing a significant rotation that's taking place. She also analyzes the possible impact of the coronavirus and the importance of stocks that have reported strong...   READ MORE 

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Are Small-Cap Stocks Ready for their Day in the Sun? 3 Stocks to Bank on if the Rally Continues

Are Small-Cap Stocks Ready for their Day in the Sun? 3 Stocks to Bank on if the Rally Continues

Last week, small-cap stocks were the highest performers, with the Russell 2000 gaining 2.5%. While the biggest gainers were upgraded Healthcare stocks following Wall Street's largest Medical conference, there were plenty of other areas that saw money flows signaling continued outperformance among these lower-market-cap companies. With every...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: How to Play this Frothy Market

MEM Edge TV: How to Play this Frothy Market

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares techniques that can help you successfully trade faster-moving stocks, as well as how to use clues from the 2018 "crash" to know when the uptrend has ended. She also reviews some news-driven areas of the...   READ MORE 

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A Fresh Breakout Gives This Stock a Nice Shot in the Arm!

A Fresh Breakout Gives This Stock a Nice Shot in the Arm!

Insulet Corp. (PODD) had an exceptional year in 2019, as the stock powered to new highs on the heels of triple-digit growth during its first three earnings reports of the year. The insulin pump maker for diabetics peaked in price in December and has been consolidating ever since. An increase...   READ MORE 

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Consumer Discretionary Sector May Be Waking Up – Three Major Retailers That Are Setting The Pace

Consumer Discretionary Sector May Be Waking Up – Three Major Retailers That Are Setting The Pace

On Wednesday, I wrote about Mega-Cap Retail stock McDonalds (MCD) and its downtrend reversal. (You can read about that here.) Since then, more heavyweight retailers have begun to exhibit signs of renewed performance as they reverse downtrends or break out of lengthy flat bases. Hampered by reduced foot traffic and...   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: Six Tech Stocks Poised to Trade Much Higher After Revealing New Products

MEM Edge TV: Six Tech Stocks Poised to Trade Much Higher After Revealing New Products

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the top news from the world's largest tech show and the stocks that will benefit. Afterwards, she provides in-depth market analysis regarding major companies that are due to report earnings next week. This video was...   READ MORE 

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This Mega-Cap Stock Just Reversed its 5-Month Downtrend - I'm Lovin It!

This Mega-Cap Stock Just Reversed its 5-Month Downtrend - I'm Lovin It!

It's been a tough period recently for many retailers as they struggle to adjust to consumers' ever-shifting demands.  Many of these shifts have been driven by technological advances, as digital sales and faster product delivery times are a must if companies want to succeed. Let's...   READ MORE 

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Fears of Retaliation from Iran Cause a Spike in this Group of Stocks

Fears of Retaliation from Iran Cause a Spike in this Group of Stocks

Last Friday, I wrote about the sharp uptick in many defense-related stocks following news of a deadly airstrike against Iran. (You can read that article here) Since then, fears of a retaliation by way of a cyberattack against the U.S. has sparked interest in another area of the markets...   READ MORE 

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Defense-Related Stocks Rise Sharply on Mideast Tensions – Here are 3 Stocks Poised to Trade Even Higher

Defense-Related Stocks Rise Sharply on Mideast Tensions – Here are 3 Stocks Poised to Trade Even Higher

Defense companies had a strong rally this week after a U.S. airstrike in Iraq killed a key Iranian military leader. While the big move was due to heightened risk fears, this mostly oversold group of stocks could easily trade much higher due to factors at play even prior to...   READ MORE 

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Four Breakthrough Stocks For 2020 That'll Benefit Most From The Phase 1 Trade Deal

Four Breakthrough Stocks For 2020 That'll Benefit Most From The Phase 1 Trade Deal

News of next month's signing ceremony for Phase 1 of the U.S.–China trade pact is moving things closer to finalization. As experts sort through the 86-page trade document, clear-cut winners and losers are emerging as we move into 2020. Among some of the biggest winners are...   READ MORE 

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This IPO Shifted The Dynamics For An Entire Group and Here Are 3 Stocks Poised To Benefit

This IPO Shifted The Dynamics For An Entire Group and Here Are 3 Stocks Poised To Benefit

It's been a tough year for many new IPO's as most of the 170 companies that came public this year are now trading below their initial price offerings. That said, there have been a couple of high-flying new offerings that have spurred moves in their peers....   READ MORE 

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MEM Edge TV: How to Tell When the Near-Term Uptrend Has Ended

MEM Edge TV: How to Tell When the Near-Term Uptrend Has Ended

On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares how you can tell when upward momentum in your stock has shifted. She also discusses trading on news versus trading on a rumor, before presenting detailed insights into where the strength in the markets is now. This...   READ MORE