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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A New Uptrend Just Posted In This Major Market Index - Here Are Candidates Poised To Benefit

A New Uptrend Just Posted In This Major Market Index - Here Are Candidates Poised To Benefit

The broader markets are at a very positive juncture as recently leading areas are holding their gains while newer areas are coming into their own after reversing their downtrends. Last week, my MEM Edge Report highlighted the new uptrend in Financials while recommending several Bank stocks which outperformed last week...   READ MORE 

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Catch the Move Into This Major Index

Catch the Move Into This Major Index

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares the reversal of a prominent index that's poised to trade higher after strong earnings from underlying stocks. She also reviews the move into higher yielders as inflation remains elevated. This video was originally recorded on August...   READ MORE 

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This New Sector Turned Bullish

This New Sector Turned Bullish

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews the bullish reversal in one of the largest sectors as the markets hit another new high. She also shares breakouts on earnings and how to use precedent to trade them from here. This video was originally recorded on...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Lessons from the Pros

Chartwise Women: Lessons from the Pros

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin share recent presentations where they review how to pinpoint your entry point when a stock pulls back. They also share powerful yet simple technical indicators that can guide your trading. This video was originally broadcast on August...   READ MORE 

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Stocks Setting Up for Big Moves Next Week!

Stocks Setting Up for Big Moves Next Week!

Over the past couple of weeks, over 50% of the companies in the S&P 500 have reported results for Q2 2021. Of those, 88% have reported EPS results above estimates. This is well above the average over the past five years. The markets are all about future growth,...   READ MORE 

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What's Driving These Markets?

What's Driving These Markets?

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews last week's market dynamics and uncovers what's supporting the continued uptrend in the broader markets. She also shares how to capitalize on the strength in 2nd-quarter GDP. This video was originally broadcast on July...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Have You Ever...

Chartwise Women: Have You Ever...

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen play "Never Have I Ever" with the markets, looking at stocks in the news based on these 'revealing' questions. Play along as they not only share their answers to the questions, but also...   READ MORE 

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Explosive Moves Following Earnings

Explosive Moves Following Earnings

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews how quarterly earnings reports drove market action this week. She also shares how to trade stocks after big gaps up in price. Lastly, she presents a deep dive into the rebound in Consumer stocks. This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Profit from a Pullback!

Chartwise Women: Profit from a Pullback!

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review this week's pullback in the market and identify signals that it's time to buy. They also cover how to tell when the pullback in Cyclical Stocks is over and end with a...   READ MORE 

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Broader Markets are Looking Weary. Here's How to Build Your Watch List

Broader Markets are Looking Weary. Here's How to Build Your Watch List

If you want to uncover the next big winning stock, now is the ideal time to be screening the markets. Why? Because proven studies have shown that the #1 driver of a stock that goes on to far outpace the markets is big, accelerating earning-per-share (EPS) growth.* This growth in...   READ MORE 

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Downside Ahead for These Areas!

Downside Ahead for These Areas!

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews weak areas of the market that appear poised to head lower. She also discusses important takeaways from companies that have reported 2nd quarter results, as well as stocks trending upward on Delta variant news. This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: New Pockets of Strength!

Chartwise Women: New Pockets of Strength!

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen show us exactly how they find "pockets of strength" within the market. Regardless of market direction, there are almost always groups that are outperforming. Erin and Mary Ellen uncover industry groups that are showing new...   READ MORE 

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Base Breakouts and Turnarounds!

Base Breakouts and Turnarounds!

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares stocks that have broken out of bases this week, as well as names that have reversed their recent downtrends. She also highlights top candidates from this week's strongest sector. This video was originally broadcast on July...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Buffer Volatility with High Dividend Stocks

Chartwise Women: Buffer Volatility with High Dividend Stocks

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen reviews the slide in Treasury yields and shares high dividend stocks from sectors that are in bullish uptrends. These dividend-paying stocks can also buffer market volatility. This video was originally recorded on July 8th, 2021. Click on the image...   READ MORE 

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The Holiday Weekend Comes With Risks - Here's What You Need To Know

The Holiday Weekend Comes With Risks - Here's What You Need To Know

The S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite both closed the week in new high ground as inflation fears continue to recede. Outside of the markets however, there's an increasing concern going into this long weekend, as health experts are eyeing an increase in the spread of...   READ MORE 

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Don't Miss the Move into These New Areas!

Don't Miss the Move into These New Areas!

This week on StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, recent developments have pushed several lagging areas back into leadership positions. Mary Ellen reviews this rotation while highlighting top stocks to take advantage. She also points out weaker areas to stay away from! This video was originally broadcast on July 2nd,...   READ MORE 

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The Rotation is Real - Here's One Area That Stands to Shine

The Rotation is Real - Here's One Area That Stands to Shine

The U.S. markets ended the week in the red, with the S&P 500 breaking below its key area of support today on heavy volume. Already under pressure following Wednesday's hawkish comments from the Federal Reserve, the markets took a tumble today after Fed official James...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Navigating These Choppy Markets

Chartwise Women: Navigating These Choppy Markets

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen focus on determining the market tides and how to find and follow the treasure map and charts. Watch them uncover the sectors, industry groups and stocks that should "weather the storm" and guide you to...   READ MORE 

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Uptrend in NASDAQ Continues!

Uptrend in NASDAQ Continues!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews why the Nasdaq outperformed last week and how you can capitalize. She also looks at best practices for buying stocks on their pullback, as well as a review of the best looking names from Robinhood's...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Hot IPOs and Short Squeezes

Chartwise Women: Hot IPOs and Short Squeezes

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin dive into the world of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and look at stocks with high short interest. They explain how to find these stocks and share their favorites, including a spotlight on Biotechs! This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Fallen Angels Beginning to Reverse - Here's What to Be on the Lookout For

Fallen Angels Beginning to Reverse - Here's What to Be on the Lookout For

A number of winning stocks that performed well last year and into the first quarter of this year have seen dramatic drops in price. A decline in high-multiple growth stocks amid increasing interest rates was one reason, while a shift away from lockdown stocks caused other areas to drop. I&...   READ MORE 

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This Group is On Fire!

This Group is On Fire!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reveals an area of the market that's benefiting from a shift in government spending. She also reviews how to identify uptrends vs. downtrends in well-known stocks. This video was originally recorded on June 4th, 2021. Click...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: High-Yielders Breaking Out!

Chartwise Women: High-Yielders Breaking Out!

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen discuss the concept of "high-yield" stocks/ETFs. With inflation fears edging in, high-yield stocks are in favor. Not only that, but high-yield energy and real estate stocks are breaking out and are poised to move...   READ MORE 

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Is Your Stock a Leadership Name?

Is Your Stock a Leadership Name?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reveals key characteristics that your stock is poised to far outperform its peers. She also reveals stocks that are re-emerging after lengthy downtrends, as well as top Small Caps that have regained momentum. This video was originally recorded...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: AMC & More Movie Star Stocks

Chartwise Women: AMC & More Movie Star Stocks

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen take a trip to the movies! Of course, they have to look at AMC since it was "movie day", but they also share numerous stocks that you should consider for "starring roles" in...   READ MORE 

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These Stocks Can Provide Stability and a Lot More During These Tricky Times

These Stocks Can Provide Stability and a Lot More During These Tricky Times

I don't have to tell you it's been tough for most investors to make headway in the markets this month. We're navigating a landscape that's never before been traveled. With government stimulus triple the Great Recession and sharp economic growth with pandemic...   READ MORE 

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Which Way are the Markets Headed?

Which Way are the Markets Headed?

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares top candidates that are defensive, as well as recovery plays. She also highlights new areas that are reversing lengthy downtrends and, lastly, headline stocks due to report earnings next week. This video was originally recorded on May...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Bullish Signals in YTD Losers

Chartwise Women: Bullish Signals in YTD Losers

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review downtrend reversals taking place among many down-and-out stocks. They also share key signals that an uptrend has legs, as well as what to look out for in the way of upside resistance. This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Staples Stocks Spring to Life

Staples Stocks Spring to Life

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reveals a sector benefiting from increased prices while sharing stocks poised to trade higher. She also reviews names that withstood the downward pressure this week, with an eye toward continued outperformance. This video was originally recorded on May...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women Archives: Are Your Stocks Headed Lower?

Chartwise Women Archives: Are Your Stocks Headed Lower?

In this restored archive edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review ways to tell if it's time to sell your stock or if it's time to buy the dip. (The charts are old, but can still illustrate valuable trading lessons.) This video was originally...   READ MORE 

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Base Breakouts Abound Amid Record First Quarter Earnings Season

Base Breakouts Abound Amid Record First Quarter Earnings Season

The S&P 500 is reporting the highest year-over-year earnings growth since the markets were emerging from the '08-'09 recession. In fact, over 85% of corporations are reporting first quarter results that are well above their estimates. The chart below shows the percent of companies reporting...   READ MORE 

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New Leadership Areas into Year-End

New Leadership Areas into Year-End

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews top areas that are poised to outperform the markets into the remainder of this year. She also shares ways to uncover stocks in these new groups. The impact of earnings upgrades are also discussed, as well as...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Don't Get Married to Your Stock!

Chartwise Women: Don't Get Married to Your Stock!

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen discuss stocks and their "personalities." Stock personalities come in the form of seasonality, sector, industry group, support and relative strength. Watch as Mary Ellen and Erin help you find dreamy "dates" for your...   READ MORE 

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Take Advantage of Record Earnings!

Take Advantage of Record Earnings!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights the best ways to take advantage of companies responding to strong earnings. She also shares recovery plays as the U.S. economy continues to reopen amid strong consumer confidence This video was originally recorded on April 30th,...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: More Upside for These Big Movers

Chartwise Women: More Upside for These Big Movers

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review stocks that have had explosive moves after reporting strong earnings. From there, they share how to pinpoint upside potential, as well how to use a pullback for entry points. This video was originally recorded on April...   READ MORE 

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Will a Capital Gains Tax Take the Markets Down?

Will a Capital Gains Tax Take the Markets Down?

Next week, in a speech to Congress, Biden is likely to detail the tax plan he outlined during his campaign. Reports suggest that the capital-gains tax rate on people earning more than $1 million a year would increase from 20% to 39.6%. That would be the highest tax rate...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Small Caps Begin to Emerge

Chartwise Women: Small Caps Begin to Emerge

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review the recent move back into riskier Biotechs and Small Caps. They also share how you can uncover top candidates as they reverse their downtrends, while also revealing their top picks. Finally, the pair look at top...   READ MORE 

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Add-On Plays to This Hot Area!

Add-On Plays to This Hot Area!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen highlights one of the biggest growth areas in the market. She also reveals other industries benefiting from this growth as well. This video was originally recorded on April 16th, 2021. Click on the above image to watch on...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Energized Stocks, Strong Sectors!

Chartwise Women: Energized Stocks, Strong Sectors!

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Erin and Mary Ellen talk about the concept of "participation" within a sector - finding the sectors where the industries and stocks within are participating. The pair share their favorite sectors and industry groups to locate the stocks that...   READ MORE 

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Institutions Have Raised $3 Trillion in Cash. They're Starting to Put That Money Back to Work

Institutions Have Raised $3 Trillion in Cash. They're Starting to Put That Money Back to Work

Institutions have increased their cash balances by 9% since the beginning of this year*. This brings their total cash pile to $3 trillion, which represents lots of potential firepower for equity gains as this money gets put to work. For those who follow the markets closely, you'll know...   READ MORE