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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The AI Trade Is Confirmed—Are You Positioned to Take Advantage?

The AI Trade Is Confirmed—Are You Positioned to Take Advantage?

Five of the Mag 7 stocks reported earnings and sent the broader market higher. One stock among the five stood out. Mary Ellen analyzes the stock and shows why it has potential to move higher....   READ MORE 

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Markets Hit New Highs, But Momentum Is Fading

Markets Hit New Highs, But Momentum Is Fading

Join Mary Ellen McGonagle as she breaks down a strong market rally hitting new highs, along with the warning signs emerging. Discover what’s changing and learn what to watch next....   READ MORE 

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Energy Shock Igniting New Interest In Alternative Power

As oil prices rise, interest is shifting towards alternative sources such as solar, battery storage, and nuclear. NextEra and Eaton are showing signs of price breakouts and increased momentum. ...   READ MORE 

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The Market is on a Rare Run, But Can It Continue?

The Market is on a Rare Run, But Can It Continue?

Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes a rare market rally. Can it continue? Follow along as she discovers what’s driving the move and where strength is emerging....   READ MORE 

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Oil is Dropping — Here’s Where the Smart Money is Moving Next

Oil is Dropping — Here’s Where the Smart Money is Moving Next

A drop in oil prices helps airline stocks and the travel & leisure space. Mary Ellen McGonagle looks at three stocks that are likely to benefit in this environment....   READ MORE 

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Why are Stocks Surging After the U.S.-Iran Ceasefire?

There's more that's driving the stock market higher besides the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes other factors that could be fueling the rally....   READ MORE 

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The Market Just Confirmed a Turn; Is This the Start?

The Market Just Confirmed a Turn; Is This the Start?

Follow along as Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down a confirmed market turn and discusses where leadership is emerging. See what signals matter and what could come next....   READ MORE 

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A Proven Technique That’s Identified Every Market Bottom

Has the market bottomed? Mary Ellen McGonagle shares William O'Neil's insight on the "Follow-Through Day" concept, along with how it can help you resist the temptation to buy at the bottom....   READ MORE 

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A Market Turn May Be Starting, What to Watch Now

A Market Turn May Be Starting, What to Watch Now

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down a strong rally and what could signal a market turn ahead. See where strength is emerging and what to watch next....   READ MORE 

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A Market Without a Playbook, But Structural Conclusions Still Hold

Lately, the stock market hasn't mapped cleanly with past behavior. Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes oil, gold, and volatility and shares her thoughts on the current market....   READ MORE 

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Market Leadership Is Changing, Here's Where to Look

Market Leadership Is Changing, Here's Where to Look

Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes shifting market leadership as defensive sectors gain strength and tech weakens. See where money is rotating and what to watch next....   READ MORE 

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Why Oil Prices May Stay Elevated Into Mid-2026 and the Impact On the Stock Market

How long will oil prices stay elevated? Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes the industry against the backdrop of the broader market....   READ MORE 

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Oil Surge, Rising Rates — Markets Are Taking a Double Hit!

Oil Surge, Rising Rates — Markets Are Taking a Double Hit!

Oil reaching above $110 is driving inflation fears and pushing interest rates higher, increasing pressure on stocks. Mary Ellen McGonagle highlights the S&P 500 breaking support, rising volatility, and which sectors are holding up vs. breaking down....   READ MORE 

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The AI Supercycle: How the AMAT-Micron Alliance is Shaping the Future of Tech

The AI Supercycle: How the AMAT-Micron Alliance is Shaping the Future of Tech

Mary Ellen McGonagel digs into the topic of supercycles and where we at in a new AI-driven supercycle....   READ MORE 

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Oil Prices Triggering a Market Domino Effect

Oil Prices Triggering a Market Domino Effect

Oil volatility is creating a chain reaction across markets as rising prices, fuel inflation fears, and push interest rates higher. Follow along as Mary Ellen McGonagle highlights the sectors weakening, the areas holding up, and the key levels investors should be watching....   READ MORE 

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Rising Oil Prices, Rising Fear — What the Charts Are Showing Now

Rising Oil Prices, Rising Fear — What the Charts Are Showing Now

Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions pushed volatility higher as the S&P 500 tested key support levels. Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes what the charts reveal about inflation fears, sector weakness, and the few pockets of strength emerging in this volatile market....   READ MORE 

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A Market in Transition: Navigating Volatility and Rising Macro Risk

A Market in Transition: Navigating Volatility and Rising Macro Risk

Rising oil prices are increasing investor fear. We're seeing a broad risk-off shift across institutional portfolios. Here's what you can expect, going forward. ...   READ MORE 

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AI Trade Cools — Defensive Rotation Heats Up!

AI Trade Cools — Defensive Rotation Heats Up!

In spite of strong Nvidia earnings, the broader AI trade showed fatigue. Mary Ellen McGonagle highlights rotation into healthcare leaders and selective consumer discretionary stocks, but highlights where this market demands careful positioning going forward....   READ MORE 

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When the Rally Stops Working: How to Know If Your AI Stock Is Rolling Over

When the Rally Stops Working: How to Know If Your AI Stock Is Rolling Over

When strong earnings stop driving higher prices, leadership may be shifting. Learn the chart signals that tell you when an AI stock is rolling over....   READ MORE 

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The Market Looks Flat — But Rotation Is Heating Up!

The Market Looks Flat — But Rotation Is Heating Up!

Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes how flat index performance is masking expanding sector rotation beneath the surface. She highlights confirmed strength in industrials, metals, and select reversal setups as software, retail, and parts of financials continue to lag....   READ MORE 

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AI Fears Introduce a New Wave of Market Volatility: Here’s How To Combat It

AI Fears Introduce a New Wave of Market Volatility: Here’s How To Combat It

As the market experiences significant turbulence, Mary Ellen McGonagle talks ways to strategize beyond buy-and-hold. She also takes a look at EWJ in the wake of Japan's general election....   READ MORE 

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AI Fears Are Driving Rotation as Short Covering Is Fueling the Bounce!

AI Fears Are Driving Rotation as Short Covering Is Fueling the Bounce!

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how AI disruption fears are driving defensive rotation, along with how elevated short interest is fueling sharp short-covering bounces. She highlights what’s behind the volatility and what investors should watch for as positioning shifts intensify....   READ MORE 

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AI Infrastructure Is Leading — Not the Headlines!

AI Infrastructure Is Leading — Not the Headlines!

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down why AI infrastructure continues to lead even as headline tech stocks struggle with earnings volatility. She highlights where capital is flowing under the surface and why long-term demand themes are holding up against short-term noise....   READ MORE 

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The Market Just Made a Powerful Shift: These Stocks Poised to Rise the Highest

With tech companies making significant increases in their AI capex, investment patterns could shift. How do you position your portfolio around this shift? These two stocks are likely to benefit from the increased AI investment. ...   READ MORE 

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Earnings Shocks Aren’t Ending This Trend!

Earnings Shocks Aren’t Ending This Trend!

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how sharp earnings reactions are driving volatility without breaking the broader market trend. She explains why recent pullbacks have been more about profit-taking and expectations than a meaningful shift in trend....   READ MORE 

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How Turbulent Markets in 2026 Can Be Offset By Select Yield Stocks

How Turbulent Markets in 2026 Can Be Offset By Select Yield Stocks

When markets experience above-average volatility, dividend-paying stocks can provide stability to your portfolio. Here are three stocks with attractive setups and dividends....   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Looks Quiet, But Important Shifts are Underway

The stock market may look calm on the surface, but leadership is shifting beneath the surface. Find out where leadership is rotating and how selective stock opportunities are emerging....   READ MORE 

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These Areas Are Holding Up — Many Are Not!

These Areas Are Holding Up — Many Are Not!

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down a market where strength is holding up in only certain areas while many others continue to weaken. She highlights where relative strength is showing up, where momentum is fading, and what investors should be watching in a selective market....   READ MORE 

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Technology’s Sideways Market Is Hiding a Big Shift

The Technology sector has been range-bound and is undergoing some internal shifts beneath the surface. Find out what these shifts are and how you can capitalize on these moves....   READ MORE 

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Market Leadership Is Narrowing — What’s Still Working?

Market Leadership Is Narrowing — What’s Still Working?

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how market leadership is narrowing as more areas lose strength. She highlights the sectors and stocks that are working and the signals investors should be watching in an increasingly selective market....   READ MORE 

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How Government Policy Is Driving the Stock Market in 2026

Government policy decisions are moving industry groups as the focus shifts to energy security, housing affordability, and manufacturing. Find out which stocks are showing breakout potential....   READ MORE 

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The Market Is Shifting — What You Should Be Watching Now

The Market Is Shifting — What You Should Be Watching Now

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how market participation and sector movement are shifting early in the year, highlighting key signals investors should be watching as leadership rotates beneath the surface....   READ MORE 

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What's Behind This Market Bounce? The Signals That Matter

What's Behind This Market Bounce? The Signals That Matter

The stock market kicked off the new year with a bounce, but is the strength as solid as it looks on the surface? In this video, Mary Ellen McGonagle digs into the January rebound and takes a closer look at what's fueling the move. She breaks down recent...   READ MORE 

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Capital Rotates Into Defense Stocks as the “Golden Dome” Theme Gains Traction

Defense stocks offer earnings visibility and act as a hedge against geopolitical risk. Here's a look at why defense-related stocks may be potential investment opportunities....   READ MORE 

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J.P. Morgan's Top Picks for 2026: A Closer Look at the Charts

J.P. Morgan's Top Picks for 2026: A Closer Look at the Charts

Mary Ellen McGonagle takes a close look at some seminconductor and networking names that J.P. Morgan has ranked as top picks for the new year. What are her thoughts?...   READ MORE 

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Is a Santa Claus Rally Starting to Take Shape?

Is a Santa Claus Rally Starting to Take Shape?

Mary Ellen analyzes a notable shift in the markets, how to capitalize, and what it might mean for the fabled Santa Claus Rally....   READ MORE 

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Is This Rally for Real? Here's What the Charts Are Saying

Is This Rally for Real? Here's What the Charts Are Saying

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down the current market rally and examines whether expanding participation and sector movement are confirming the move. Discover what market breadth, equal-weight indexes, and sector charts are revealing beneath the surface....   READ MORE 

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Broad Market Rally Continues — New Strength Across Key Sectors!

Broad Market Rally Continues — New Strength Across Key Sectors!

This week, Mary Ellen breaks down the continuation of the market's rally as optimism around a potential Fed rate cut lifts sentiment. She highlights the sectors showing fresh strength, i.e., financials, semiconductors, retail, software, and biotechs, and explains how improving market breadth and strong ETF momentum are...   READ MORE 

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The AI Revival: Why Investors Are Circling Back

Investors are rotating back into stocks that pulled back in between October and November. Here are stocks that saw renewed interest last week....   READ MORE 

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Market Strength Broadens — What’s Powering This Rally?

Market Strength Broadens — What’s Powering This Rally?

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down this week’s market pullback and the key chart signals emerging after the break below support. She highlights the areas still showing strength and where potential opportunities may be forming beneath the surface....   READ MORE