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
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
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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'... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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
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... READ MORE
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... READ MORE
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
Many software stocks peaked in price late July as reduced corporate spending worries, coupled with high valuations, pushed these stocks down. The good news is, these formerly leading stocks are coming back into favor as growth prospects are high and the economic outlook has brightened. Today, we're going... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen presents a powerful-but-simple strategy for identifying stocks that are reversing their downtrends. In addition, she shared how to spot stocks on the move and poised to trade higher. This video was originally recorded on December 13,... READ MORE
It's been quite a year for leading Semiconductor stocks, as demand for their chip technologies has been instrumental in pushing them higher. Today, Bank of America gave a "double notch" upgrade to Skyworks (SWKS), which means they moved the stock from Underperform to a Buy and... READ MORE
For 17 years now, Goldman Sachs (GS) has been following a strategy at year-end of picking up battered stocks that have underperformed the markets and holding them into the first 3 months of the new year. This "laggard strategy" has outperformed the S&P 500 over... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews stock candidates from leadership groups that pulled back last week and shares how you can screen for them. In addition, she shared top stocks from the rotation into Financials and discusses more big earnings still due to... READ MORE
Home Building stocks have had quite the year as a low interest rate environment, coupled with reduced inventory, has kept demand high for newly built homes. The resilient job market has also brought new buyers to the market. Many Home Builders were in strong uptrends until last month's... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen provides an up-to-the-minute review of the markets, revealing new groups coming into play and stocks that are poised to benefit. She takes a look at the new leadership stocks and discusses using history to guide... READ MORE
Today's highlighted stock has already had an impressive rally over the last several months; however, it didn't make my screens until the stock's price went above my $5.00 threshold, which it hit today. Struggling department store operator Stage Stores (SSI) peaked in price... READ MORE
Not too many businesses can point to consistent, recurring revenue from a well-priced product that has broad appeal. Sure, steady membership income has pushed many streaming media stocks higher recently, but let's take a look at another, consumer-driven area that's been around even longer... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares shortcuts for finding money flows into groups and uncovering the top stocks within. She also reviews the divide in Consumer Stocks, as well as top companies that are due to report earnings. This video originally aired November... READ MORE
The University of Michigan's Index of Consumer Sentiment hit its 4th straight monthly gain with a 96.8 level that was above estimates. Driven by an increasingly optimistic spending outlook among Americans amid a backdrop of record highs in the stock market and reduced trade tensions, the news... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV's The MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the one screen to watch for short-term trades and shares how to uncover bullish stocks in the hot healthcare sector. In addition, she also covers Chinese ADRs benefitting from trade relief. This video originally aired... READ MORE
Today's sharp midday selloff on negative trade news was a stark reminder that market conditions can change on a dime. It's also a reminder that you need to have an exit strategy in place should a pullback turn into a correction or worse. Below is a... READ MORE
The ebb and flow of the markets always keeps things interesting, but when fast-moving, high growth stocks were stopped in their track's midyear, it was quite perplexing. Many of these stocks still had strong growth prospects that would normally continue to propel them higher. Instead, investors'... READ MORE
Picking the right stock is a lot like catching that perfect wave. You're out there in a sea of possibilities, looking for that perfect setup. Is the stock coming out of a powerful base and ready to crest? And is there enough room for your stock to run?... READ MORE
There's been a rotation in the U.S. markets recently as faster moving, high growth stocks have given way to value within the U.S. As you can see in the chart below, the Vanguard Value ETF has been outpacing momentum stocks for about a month now. Vanguard... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen gives her review of current markets, including sector and group rotation, before covering using ETFs to capitalize on the move into Biotechs. She also discusses exit strategies and what to look out for when using them. This episode... READ MORE
The Russell 2000 Small Cap Index is on the move and, while these smaller stocks can provide outsized returns, there's also an inherent volatility that one needs to be aware of before venturing into this asset class. DAILY CHART OF LIFEVANTAGE CORP. (LFVN) Let's take a... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen uncovers areas of the market that are poised to outperform. She also discusses how to get in front of the best candidates, as well as failed breakouts and what to look out for. This episode originally aired on... READ MORE
It's been quite an earnings season so far with over 80% of companies that have reported, coming in ahead of analyst's estimates. Even more impressive has been investor's response to these upside surprises with a large number of stocks gapping up in price. Today... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the hot areas of the market and which areas within them are bullish. She also examines the move into the Energy sector, discusses the stocks that reported earnings this past week and talks about how to trade... READ MORE
The Russell 2000 Index bullishly broke back above its key simple moving averages over a week ago and, as you can see in the chart below, this Index has been able to remain above this key area of support. And while it's not the first time this year... READ MORE
Amazon.com Inc. (AMZN) has been struggling of late following a 12.5% drop from its peak in price during early July. As you can see in the chart below, the stock has been trading below its key 50-day moving average for the past 3 months. Tomorrow's... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV's The MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews new areas showing critical strength and the ways in which you can capitalize. Additionally, she discusses stocks that are setting up nicely going into earnings, as well as those that have already reported. This episode originally... READ MORE