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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Plenty of Setups Emerge as Bulls Regain Control

Plenty of Setups Emerge as Bulls Regain Control

Last week, the broader markets regained their uptrend, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Indexes both closing above their key 50-day moving averages on Tuesday. In addition, the RSI and Stochastics turned positive as well. This price action indicates that the 3-week pullback which began in late July...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Bullish Week Provides Perfect Setups!

MEM TV: Bullish Week Provides Perfect Setups!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the new uptrend in the markets and shares where the current strength is, as well as the best ways for you to participate. She also highlights the move back into earnings winners from last month as the...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Nasdaq Close to New Uptrend with These Bullish Signals

MEM TV: Nasdaq Close to New Uptrend with These Bullish Signals

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the strength in Tech-heavy Nasdaq and highlights what to be on the lookout for to signal a new uptrend. She also reviews positive high yield stocks for those more cautious on the markets. This video originally premiered...   READ MORE 

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Today's Price Action Could Be the Start of a Rally Attempt

Today's Price Action Could Be the Start of a Rally Attempt

The market's August slump deepened this past week, with each of the major Indexes dropping more than 2% as Treasury yields hit a 15-year high. That said, today's price action could signal the start of a rally attempt, after the broader markets closed in the upper...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Should You Buy the Dip? Here's How to Prepare Your Watchlist!

MEM TV: Should You Buy the Dip? Here's How to Prepare Your Watchlist!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews what's driving these markets lower, as well as key areas of support. She also shared best practices for putting your watchlist together so you can participate in the market's new uptrend. This video...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Check Out These Bright Spots in a Weak Market

MEM TV: Check Out These Bright Spots in a Weak Market

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the downtrend taking place in the Nasdaq, as well as sharing what's driving weakness. She also highlights why the Dow is remaining positive as well as key Value stocks poised to trade higher. This video...   READ MORE 

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Tech Wreck Leads Markets Into a Downtrend -- Here's Where Key Support Lies

Tech Wreck Leads Markets Into a Downtrend -- Here's Where Key Support Lies

According to the Stock Trader's Almanac, August has been the weakest month for the Dow and the second-worst month for the S&P 500 since 1987. (September is the worst month). This seasonal weakness, coupled with over exuberance among investors, has set the markets up for at...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Nasdaq & S&P Enter Downtrends After Tough Week

MEM TV: Nasdaq & S&P Enter Downtrends After Tough Week

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews what drove the markets lower, as well as key area of support for the broader market indices. She also shares areas that remain positive and why, and provides example stocks. This video originally premiered August 4, 2023....   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Strong Upside Potential in These Two Mega-Caps

MEM TV: Strong Upside Potential in These Two Mega-Caps

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews how to trade stocks that have gapped up into a base breakout after reporting positive earnings results. She also shares which areas are poised to trade higher as the markets reset following Thursday's downside reversal....   READ MORE 

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Watch Out! Growth Stocks Can Be Threatened in a Rising Rate Environment

Watch Out! Growth Stocks Can Be Threatened in a Rising Rate Environment

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe Final Bar, guest host Mary Ellen McGonagle (MEM Investment Research) gives an insightful market recap and assesses the potential impact of rising interest rates on growth stocks. She also shares the effects of the earnings reports for Meta Platforms (META), Ebay (EBAY)...   READ MORE 

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Markets Flip as Earnings Season Heats Up

Markets Flip as Earnings Season Heats Up

Last week, the number of companies reporting earnings expanded, with heavyweight names Tesla (TSLA) and Netflix (NFLX) getting the most attention. Both companies sold off sharply on Thursday despite beating estimates. The selling spread to other Nasdaq stocks after two heavyweight Semiconductor companies signaled continued weakness in the chip market....   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Tech Stock Decline Spooks Market

MEM TV: Tech Stock Decline Spooks Market

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the impact of Tesla (TSLA) and Netflix (NFLX) earnings and how this may translate into next week, ahead of more mega-cap quarterly results. She also shares new areas of potential leadership and what drove money flows into...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Can the Markets Continue Higher on Low Inflation Numbers?

MEM TV: Can the Markets Continue Higher on Low Inflation Numbers?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews where the markets closed after two positive inflation reports. She also shares the strongest areas with specific stocks while highlighting what to be on the lookout for as we head into earnings season. This video originally premiered...   READ MORE 

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Interest Rates Are on The Rise--And That's Bad News for the Nasdaq

Interest Rates Are on The Rise--And That's Bad News for the Nasdaq

The stock market pulled back last week amid news of mixed economic data, as well as the release of notes from the Federal Reserve's latest meeting. Thursday's report from ADP that corporate hiring surged in June was the most impactful report, as it sparked an uptick...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Sell Your Stock If It Does This

MEM TV: Sell Your Stock If It Does This

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews pockets of strength amid last week's pullback that signal investor's bias heading into the second half of the year. She also shares key characteristics of successful base breakouts, as well as a rules-based...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Three Key Signals That This Market Will Go Higher

MEM TV: Three Key Signals That This Market Will Go Higher

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights bullish characteristics exhibited during last week's rally while also reviewing what drove price action. She also shares the anatomy of a downtrend reversal and how to buy stocks on a pullback. This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Are the Markets Just Pulling Back, or Is It More?

Are the Markets Just Pulling Back, or Is It More?

The markets pulled back this week amid global recession fears that followed the Bank of England's interest rate hike. Most concerning to investors was that the ½% increase came on the heels of an elevated U.K. inflation report for May. Thoughts that the U.S. may get stuck...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Key Areas of Support as Markets Pull Back

MEM TV: Key Areas of Support as Markets Pull Back

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares important levels to watch as the markets pull back amid interest rate hike fears. She also highlights how to tell if your stock is pulling back or poised for further downside. The move into Crypto is also...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: An Exciting New Area Joins the Market's Uptrend

MEM TV: An Exciting New Area Joins the Market's Uptrend

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the health of the broader market, while also highlighting breakout stocks among a new area and why they're trending higher. She also looks into the effects of the continued move into cyclical stocks. This video...   READ MORE 

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Cyclicals Continue To Help Broaden The Markets Out Beyond Tech

Cyclicals Continue To Help Broaden The Markets Out Beyond Tech

The S&P 500 Equal Weighted Index is continuing to advance higher led today by gains in Aluminum, Steel, Industrials and Consumer Cyclicals.  This is great news for the possibility of a continuation rally as broader participation beyond mega-cap FAANMG and select Technology names will help keep the current...   READ MORE 

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Down-and-Out Stocks Entering New Uptrends - These 8 Traits Will Help You Pick a Winner

Down-and-Out Stocks Entering New Uptrends - These 8 Traits Will Help You Pick a Winner

The markets are seeing a continuation of last week's broadening out into areas beyond mega-cap FAANMG names. Most of the biggest gainers have been beaten-down stocks regaining their footing amid a move back into Cyclical areas of the market. The rally in these stocks began after last Friday&...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: New Uptrends Amid Sector Rotation!

MEM TV: New Uptrends Amid Sector Rotation!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the continued rotation into Cyclicals while sharing stocks that are in the beginning stages of new uptrends. She also shares how to use intraday charts to trade fast-moving AI-related stocks. This video was originally broadcast on June...   READ MORE 

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These Areas are Pushing Equal-Weighted S&P 500 Higher

These Areas are Pushing Equal-Weighted S&P 500 Higher

The equal-weighted S&P 500 index ($SPXEW) continues to advance above its key 50-day moving average, which it broke above following last Friday's broad-based rally in the markets. Friday's downtrend reversal took place after May's employment data delivered a positive report, with job...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Broad-Based Rally Puts Markets in Bullish Position

MEM TV: Broad-Based Rally Puts Markets in Bullish Position

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews what's pushing the markets above resistance and how you can capitalize. She also highlights this week's rally in Bank stocks and whether the group is in an uptrend. This video was originally broadcast...   READ MORE 

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Here's a Fresh Look at the Markets Using a Longer-Term Lens

Here's a Fresh Look at the Markets Using a Longer-Term Lens

We're at a potentially exciting juncture in the markets, with bigger trend shifts shaping up that you might find surprising. With all the talk about sticky inflation, an uncertain interest rate outlook and recession fears amid tightening of bank lending, it's easy to throw your arms...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: S&P 500 Inches Above Resistance

MEM TV: S&P 500 Inches Above Resistance

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the broader market's move following the strong earnings report from Nvidia (NVDA) Wednesday afternoon. She also discusses which areas were most impacted and how you can capitalize on the renewed interest in AI. The rally...   READ MORE 

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Top AI Add-On Plays After Nvidia's Strong Earnings Report

Top AI Add-On Plays After Nvidia's Strong Earnings Report

Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) soared today after the company reported earnings that were well above estimates. Most impressive, however, was the company's estimates for next quarter's revenues, which were more than 50% above what Wall Street projected. NVDA cited surging demand for its chips that help...   READ MORE 

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Consumer Staples Stocks Have Broken Key Support - Here's What You Need to Know

Consumer Staples Stocks Have Broken Key Support - Here's What You Need to Know

The Consumer Staples sector closed below its key 50-day moving average yesterday and is on track to be the worst-performing area for the week. This underperformance began last week and took place along with other defensive areas of the market, such as Utilities and Healthcare. At first glance, it appeared...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Breakouts and Downtrend Reversals in Key Areas

MEM TV: Breakouts and Downtrend Reversals in Key Areas

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews buying opportunities after last week's break of the markets above its six-week trading range. She also highlights leadership areas and the best ways to capitalize. This video was originally broadcast on May 19, 2023. Click...   READ MORE 

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High-Yield Opportunities for an Uncertain Market

High-Yield Opportunities for an Uncertain Market

The markets remain in a tight trading range amid mixed inflation data and a slowdown in the number of earnings being reported last week. With the bulls looking for a soft landing as the Fed pauses their rate hike campaign, the bears are fearing a more harsh recession due to...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Top Strategies to Outperform This Market

MEM TV: Top Strategies to Outperform This Market

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews ways to outperform during this tough market. In addition to sharing pockets of strength, she also highlights stocks in a position to trade higher after reporting strong earnings. Most importantly, she shares key resistance and support for...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Strong Earnings Push Deeply Oversold Stocks Higher

MEM TV: Strong Earnings Push Deeply Oversold Stocks Higher

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the broader markets to determine where we may be headed over the near term. She also explores the bottom fishing taking place among former leaders that have sold off sharply but are now reporting strong earnings. This...   READ MORE 

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Bank Fear Selloff Gives Way To Earnings Driven Rally - Was Last Week's Shakeout A Positive Signal?

Bank Fear Selloff Gives Way To Earnings Driven Rally - Was Last Week's Shakeout A Positive Signal?

The markets began last week with a sharp pullback that pushed the broader Indices toward key support, with many individual stocks breaking below support. The drop occurred amid renewed banking fears after Tuesday, when San Francisco-based First Republic Bank (FRC) reported a slump of more than $100 billion in deposits...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: S&P 500 Regains its Uptrend

MEM TV: S&P 500 Regains its Uptrend

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the short-, intermediate-, and long term outlook for the S&P 500 after last week's bullish late-week price action. She also examined the Dow's out-performance this month and which stocks are poised...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Leadership Emerges in a Flat Market

MEM TV: Leadership Emerges in a Flat Market

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights what areas are outperforming the markets and why. She also reviews top gaining stocks for the week and the best way to capitalize on further upside potential. This video was originally broadcast on April 21, 2023. Click...   READ MORE 

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Brand Name Breakouts Amid a Mixed Market

Brand Name Breakouts Amid a Mixed Market

The stock market remains in an uptrend after modest gains for the week, which occurred amid signs that the economy is slowing down while inflation is cooling. It was a period marked by large intraday moves, however, as investors digested news that Fed officials are anticipating a mild recession later...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Earnings Season Pumps Markets

MEM TV: Earnings Season Pumps Markets

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the market's price action and which sectors are outperforming as inflation fades and the economy weakens. She also shares the sharp impact that earnings are having on select stocks. This video was originally broadcast on...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: Recession Fears Drive Sector Rotation

MEM TV: Recession Fears Drive Sector Rotation

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the impact of weak economic data on the markets as defensive areas outperformed and growth stocks took a break. She also details how to identify a downtrend reversal amid sector rotation. This video was originally broadcast on...   READ MORE 

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Market Flashes Green Light Amid Broad-Based Rally

Market Flashes Green Light Amid Broad-Based Rally

Last week, the S&P 500 put in a bottom following Wednesday's rally of 1.4% on volume, which was greater than the prior day. Known by followers of William O'Neil's work as a "follow-through day", the price action occurred on...   READ MORE 

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MEM TV: S&P 500 Puts in a Bottom!

MEM TV: S&P 500 Puts in a Bottom!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights the new uptrend in the S&P 500 and which areas are now reversing downtrends. She also reviews themes taking place in already-strong Software stocks. This video was originally broadcast on March 31, 2023. Click on...   READ MORE