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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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 

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Major Upside Potential!

Major Upside Potential!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen shares high growth areas of the market that are just beginning to reverse their downtrends, while also reviewing select stocks in those areas. She also reveals a must-run screen to help you as we enter into earnings season....   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Hot Areas Readying for Reopen

Chartwise Women: Hot Areas Readying for Reopen

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin review areas of the market that are poised to outperform as consumers shift their focus toward being able to spend leisure time in public places. They also share ways you can screen for these stocks going forward....   READ MORE 

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Tech Takes Center Stage in Biden's Infrastructure Plan; Here's a Top Stock to Benefit

Tech Takes Center Stage in Biden's Infrastructure Plan; Here's a Top Stock to Benefit

We had quite an end to the holiday-shortened week after Biden unveiled his infrastructure bill. The $2.3 trillion plan not only proposes to invest in infrastructure and climate change, but a large portion of funds are allocated for 5G/broadband expansion across the U.S. Each of these areas...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Stocks Pivot on Biden Plan

Chartwise Women: Stocks Pivot on Biden Plan

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, with President Biden's infrastructure plan laid out, Erin and Mary Ellen share the stocks that are pivoting back into favor. They review what sectors and industry groups to watch and the stocks that are likely to benefit from his...   READ MORE 

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Half Your Stock's Move Is Traceable To This One Item

Half Your Stock's Move Is Traceable To This One Item

Have you ever noticed that top-performing stocks travel in groups? Just look at last year's biggest winners out of the bear market, where Technology stocks far outpaced the markets. Within Technology, many out-performers were Cloud Computing related stocks. Software companies that helped corporations store large amounts of accessible...   READ MORE 

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Markets Broaden Out While Leadership Re-Emerges

Markets Broaden Out While Leadership Re-Emerges

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reveals the "Anatomy Of A Downtrend Reversal" with tools to help spot when it's safe to get back into a stock that's pulled back. She also shares top turnaround candidates in each...   READ MORE 

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This Household Name Just Had a Bullish Gap-Up on Heavy Volume

This Household Name Just Had a Bullish Gap-Up on Heavy Volume

While the markets were being pushed around last week amid surging interest rates and mixed economic data, a well-known delivery company gapped up in price Friday on very heavy volume. This breakaway gap is a classic breakout that often leads to further upside. DAILY CHART OF FEDEX CORP. (FDX) Typically,...   READ MORE 

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Full Steam Ahead for These Stocks!

Full Steam Ahead for These Stocks!

In this episode of StockCharts TV'sThe MEM Edge, Mary Ellen reviews newer areas that are under accumulation as corporate spending is picking up. She also shares attractive stocks within those groups. High inflation and stocks that benefit are also discussed. This video was originally recorded on March 19th,...   READ MORE 

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Chartwise Women: Strength Within a Weak Market

Chartwise Women: Strength Within a Weak Market

In this week's edition of Chartwise Women, Mary Ellen and Erin share ways to easily capture areas of relative outperformance with an eye toward continued upside. They also present their favorite groups, as well as individual stocks, following a review of the broader markets. This video was originally...   READ MORE