Statistics show that December has the highest probability of a positive return over every other month of the year, and by a fair margin. Using data from 1926 to 2020, the odds of a positive return for U.S. large-cap stocks are 77.9%. However, the markets will have some... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews where the next area of possible support is for the markets, as well as what to be on the lookout for going into next week's normally bullish period. She also highlights price action in Value... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews key price action ahead of next week's pivotal period of key economic data and Fed Chair comments. She also highlights pockets of strength and why these areas will remain strong into next year. This video... READ MORE
Most stocks in the S&P 500 Index have reported Q3 results and, while a lower-than-average number reported above estimates, many that had positive results have gone on to trade higher in moves that still have further upside during the current bear market rally. The biggest winners among these... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews high yielding stocks that are on the move higher after reporting strong earnings reports. These dividend aristocrat stocks can buffer against current volatility. This video was originally broadcast on December 2, 2022. Click on the above image... READ MORE
Many economists have been predicting a flat holiday sales season in the U.S. due to a weaker economy brought on by higher inflation. So far, however, the long Thanksgiving weekend has been more buoyant than expected. To begin, Black Friday sales broke $9 billion in sales, which is a... READ MORE
The markets ended the week flat-to-down as investors digested remarks from Fed officials, who were intent on removing pivot hopes that followed soft CPI and PPI reports. Both inflation reports came in below expected, which was certainly encouraging. Mixed earnings reports from major retailers Walmart (WMT) and Target (TGT) also... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, after a review of current markets and headline news, Mary Ellen takes a look at the continuing theme of stocks being driven higher by positive earnings reports. She closes the show with some "Thanksgiving" food-related stocks, as Consumer... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares why Tech stocks are on the move and ways to capitalize on the strength. She also reviews how to use intraday and daily charts to time your entry and exits. This video was originally broadcast on November... READ MORE
It was a tough week for investors after Fed Chairman Jerome Powell put a halt to a two-week rally, which had been fueled by sharp gains in companies reporting Q3 earnings results ahead of lowered estimates. Going into this week, the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) had bullishly broken... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews earnings winners that pulled back and the best way to trade them. She also highlights pockets of strength that continue to emerge despite a down market as well as the primary drivers of market price action. This... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the primary drivers of this week's rally, as well as which sectors have moved into an uptrend. She then shares the next area of possible upside resistance. This video was originally broadcast on October 28,... READ MORE
Today, we saw a large decline in mega-cap names Microsoft (MSFT) and Alphabet (GOOGL) after both companies reported earnings and sales that were well below estimates. Citing a strong dollar and high inflation, among other factors, both companies warned of slower growth going forward amid a tough environment. Adding to... READ MORE
The markets posted an impressive rally this past week as a lack of inflation-related economic data had investors focused instead on quarterly earnings reports. While not all companies posted strong results -- think Tesla (TSLA) -- a majority came in with positive earnings surprises that were greeted with heavy buying... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews what's driving the markets higher and what to be on the lookout for next week. She also shared Group and Sector rotation taking shape. This video was originally broadcast on October 21, 2022. Click on... READ MORE
In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares the next area of possible support for the markets. She also reviews what's driving these markets lower and what we'll need to see to stem the losses. Lastly, she highlights areas of strength... READ MORE
Earnings season for the 3rd quarter has begun, with PepsiCo (PEP) reporting earnings and sales results today that were above estimates, despite recognizing a $1.4B charge related to its withdrawal from Russian markets. Even more important for investors is the fact that management raised their guidance for organic revenue... READ MORE
In this special presentation from StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights the unique characteristics of a new bull market, along with the precise signals that alert you to when it's safe to invest for the long term. She also reviews ways to capitalize on bear... READ MORE
It was another tough period for the markets, with the S&P 500 posting its 2nd consecutive week of a 4.7% decline. Â Both weeks posted above-average volume as investors fled stocks amid signs that the Fed will continue to quickly raise rates, despite the real possibility of leading... READ MORE
On this week's edition of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews areas that are withstanding the downtrend in the markets, as well as what's driving price action elsewhere. She also shares why the poorest performers this week may have further downside. This video... READ MORE
On this week's edition of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews what to be on the lookout for after the recent break below near-term support. She also highlights areas that are holding up against the selloff and why they may remain strong. This video was... READ MORE
The markets ended the week with a strong rally that occurred despite hawkish comments from several Federal Reserve officials and Fed Chair Powell. Their comments increase the possibility that rates will be increased by 75 basis points at their next meeting later this month while also pointing to a prolonged... READ MORE
On this week's edition of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews last week's rally, which pushed the markets above a key area of near-term resistance. She also shares stocks from the top-performing sectors that have positive charts, with a focus on base breakouts.... READ MORE
On this week's edition of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews where upside resistance is for the S&P 500, as well as why Growth stocks are getting hit the hardest. She also shares select inverse funds to buffer your holdings. This video was... READ MORE
Fed Chair Powell's comments today that bringing down prices "is likely to require a sustained period of below-trend growth and an increase in unemployment" brought the markets to its knees. The remarks increased fears of a prolonged rate-hike cycle which, in turn, pushed stocks sharply lower.... READ MORE
On this week's edition of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares a key level that was broken in the S&P 500, as well as what to be on the lookout for going forward. She also reviews stocks that are bucking the downtrend and... READ MORE
In this special presentation courtesy of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews last week's stalling action in the broader markets, as well as the rotation into more defensive areas. She also highlights 2 key metrics to pay close attention to determine if it's... READ MORE
Last week's rally in the Nasdaq marked a 21% rise from its June 16th closing low and, according to widely-followed criteria, this signals the end of its bear market status. The gains occurred following news of a slight easing of inflation in July and, if we continue to... READ MORE
In this special presentation courtesy of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews why select stocks are trading higher than the markets. She also highlights the rotation into Small Caps and shares ways to capitalize. This video was originally broadcast on August 12, 2022. Click on the above... READ MORE
The bull market in stocks carried on last week, despite warnings from several Federal Reserve governors that the central bank is nowhere near being done cracking down on inflation. Growth stocks, in particular, continued their run, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq posting a 14.4% rally over the past 5 weeks... READ MORE
In this special presentation courtesy of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews areas of growth and explains why they remain in a leadership position. She also reveals a more risky area of the markets that are on the move higher, and discusses how to trade stocks after... READ MORE
The S&P 500 recorded its strongest monthly gain since November 2020, rallying 9.1% during a volatile period that ended with a bang. Growth stocks outperformed, with Consumer Discretionary (XLY) and Technology (XLK) stocks leading the way. It was not a particularly easy period to navigate, however, as... READ MORE
In this special presentation courtesy of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen explains why the markets are poised to trade higher and how you can participate. She also shares the rotation into newer areas that have higher upside from here. This video was originally broadcast on July 29,... READ MORE
In this special presentation courtesy of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares a rules based system to help you identify when a new bull cycle has come in to play. This proven system, "A Follow-Through Day", has identified every market bottom going back over 100... READ MORE
It was another volatile week amid mixed economic and corporate earnings reports, as investors continue to digest news in an effort to gain long-term insights into U.S. inflation and growth prospects. While the markets traded down for most of the week, the S&P 500 gapped up in... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the rally in QCOM and other Semiconductor stocks as select Technology stocks begin to firm up. She also shares insights into top stocks due to report earnings next week. This video was originally broadcast on July 15,... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reveals areas of growth that are on the move, as well as which groups have turned positive. She also shares best practices for building your watchlist so that you can take advantage of the new bull market. This... READ MORE
It's been a tough year for the markets, with U.S. stocks posting their worst start to a year in over 50 years. The second half may bring additional woes, with investors increasingly on the lookout for a possible recession amid a slowdown in corporate and economic growth.... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares why Growth stocks suffered despite interest rates declining. She also reviews where the strength is in the markets and the best way you can participate. This video was originally broadcast on July 1, 2022. Click on the... READ MORE
On this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares what drove the markets higher last week, highlighting a Friday shift in outperformance that may help drive the markets higher. She also reviews heavyweight, mega-cap stocks that are trending higher. This video was originally broadcast on June... READ MORE