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September’s Final Stretch: Why Stocks Face Their Trickiest Days Ahead

September’s Final Stretch: Why Stocks Face Their Trickiest Days Ahead

Late September is historically tough for stocks. Mike explores why the S&P 500, Materials (XLB), and low-volatility put options could define the weeks ahead....   READ MORE 

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Growing your options trading account with OptionsPlay Strategy Center from StockCharts

How To Grow Your Options Trading Account

Learn how to trade credit spreads for consistent income. Tony Zhang shows simple setups, risk manage, and automation with the OptionsPlay Strategy Center from StockCharts.com...   READ MORE 

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Pre-FOMC Setup: S&P 500 Calm Before the Fed

Pre-FOMC Setup: S&P 500 Calm Before the Fed

Frank Cappelleri analyzes the S&P 500’s unusual calm ahead of the Fed, highlighting trend signals, failed bearish patterns, and key GoNoGo charts....   READ MORE 

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Decode Market Momentum with Moving Average Breadth

Decode Market Momentum with Moving Average Breadth

Learn how moving average breadth indicators reveal when a bull market is strong or running out of steam. Insights from Dave Keller, CMT....   READ MORE 

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These Asset Relationships Could Be About to Signal Some Important Changes Ahead

These Asset Relationships Could Be About to Signal Some Important Changes Ahead

Martin explains how analyzing inter-asset relationships can give important insights into the market -- and what those relationships are telling us right now....   READ MORE 

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Will the Fed “Go Big”? Real Estate Stocks Quiet Amid Major Macro Shifts

The Fed is set to cut rates again as Treasury yields slide and stocks rally. But why are real estate stocks still lagging? And could a breakout above a key resistance level shape the 2026 cycle?...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors This Week, #36

The Best Five Sectors This Week, #36

Julius presents his weekly update on sector rotation using Relative Rotation Graphs....   READ MORE 

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Comparing Growth vs. Value on RRGs Across Time

Comparing Growth vs. Value on RRGs Across Time

Growth and Value segments are widely used in the investment world, as investors shift from one to another based on market conditions and risk-appetite. Julius shows how to use Relative Rotation Graphs to help monitor these shifts....   READ MORE 

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Visionary Leadership and Strong Fundamentals as Drivers of a Winning Stock

Visionary Leadership and Strong Fundamentals as Drivers of a Winning Stock

Mary Ellen looks back at winning stocks whose histories have been impacted by forward-thinking leadership and innovation....   READ MORE 

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Make Every Chart Look Like Your Chart—With One Click

Have you ever wished you could change any chart you open to appear just the way you want – in just a single click? With StyleButtons, you can do just that. Setting it up When you’re logged in to your StockCharts account and using SharpCharts, look at the upper-left of...   READ MORE 

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AI Stocks Pop...These Areas Not!

AI Stocks Pop...These Areas Not!

In this week’s video, Mary Ellen breaks down what drove AI-related stocks higher, while also revealing non-tech names that are poised to benefit. She highlights specific Crypto ETFs that are in a bullish positions, plus discusses the move into Gold and other metals. This video originally premiered on September...   READ MORE 

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RSI Overbought? Why That Could Signal Big Gains Ahead

RSI Overbought? Why That Could Signal Big Gains Ahead

Join Dave as he explains how traders often get into trouble by thinking of “overbought” stocks as being bearish setups. While an RSI over 70 can often lead to short-term pullbacks, Dave explains that they can also signal the strength of a long-term uptrend phase. He uses Motorola Solutions (MSI)...   READ MORE 

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AI Stocks Setting Up For A Tumble?

AI Stocks Setting Up For A Tumble?

Join Tom as he recaps the stock market action of the past week! Tom breaks down the current technical outlook on the major indices, before highlighting key sector rotation using RRG charts. He then dives into large AI stocks like ORCL, NVDA, MSFT, META, PLTR, and others, followed by a...   READ MORE 

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Bonds Still Underperforming, Best Sectors for Hunting, IWM Starts to Leads SPY, Healthcare and Biogen Perk Up

Bonds Still Underperforming, Best Sectors for Hunting, IWM Starts to Leads SPY, Healthcare and Biogen Perk Up

TLT broke out, but is still underperforming SPY; meanwhile, IWM has begun outperforming SPY. Arthur explains how to find the ideal "hunting grounds" for sectors....   READ MORE 

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6,555 Target Hit!

6,555 Target Hit!

Despite skepticism, the S&P reached Frank's upside target of 6,555. Frank breaks down how we got here and what it means for ongoing market patterns....   READ MORE 

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Is the SPX Exhausted?

Is the SPX Exhausted?

This week, Joe breaks down the importance of focusing on Price and using indicators as supporting tools. He shows how the daily SPX chart has continued to make higher highs and higher lows, explaining that, as the ADX shows weakness, we need price to confirm this signal. Joe then covers...   READ MORE 

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Where Has Industrials Leadership Gone? A Sector Drill Down

Where Has Industrials Leadership Gone? A Sector Drill Down

With Industrials now in consolidation mode, Mike highlights underperforming single-stock culprits and explains why the groundwork is in place for a late-year rally....   READ MORE 

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The CPI is Coming Out Wednesday: Here is Something to Be Aware of

The CPI is Coming Out Wednesday: Here is Something to Be Aware of

As August CPI data looms, Martin looks at the chart and analyzes whether an upside reversal could be in the cards....   READ MORE 

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NVIDIA Under Pressure: Eyeing a Near-Term Bearish Options Strategy

NVIDIA Under Pressure: Eyeing a Near-Term Bearish Options Strategy

Mike spotlights a bearish NVDA options setup using StockCharts' OptionsPlay Strategy Center, and explains what could stir fresh volatility....   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors This Week, #35

The Best Five Sectors This Week, #35

Julius de Kempenaer presents his weekly update on the top five sectors on the leaderboard, and the movement under the surface....   READ MORE 

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Calm Week, Uptrend Intact: Weekly Market Recap

This past week was relatively calm, except for Tuesday’s wobble. However, the market recovered from that selloff slowly and steadily; for a minute, it looked like we might finish the week in record territory. Although that didn’t happen, the uptrend in the big three indexes remains intact. It...   READ MORE 

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Pullback or Pitfall? Let the 21-Day EMA Be Your Guide

Pullback or Pitfall? Let the 21-Day EMA Be Your Guide

Dave explains how the 21-day exponential moving average can help confirm trend phases, validate signals from other moving averages, and serve as an essential risk management tool for traders....   READ MORE 

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Before CPI and PPI: 5 Things to Watch This Week

Rate cuts on deck? Look for these signals in small caps, TLT, gold, and more to help you position your portfolio ahead of this week's data....   READ MORE 

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Major AI Announcement Sparks Repricing Across Tech Stocks

Major AI Announcement Sparks Repricing Across Tech Stocks

As Broadcom surges following the announcement of a $10 billion AI chip deal, Mary Ellen breaks down AVGO's technicals and what makes it a market leader....   READ MORE 

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Tech Stocks Regain Their Uptrend!

Tech Stocks Regain Their Uptrend!

This week, Mary Ellen digs into some of the impactful news that drove price action and what to be on the lookout for going forward. She also highlights the Technology sector’s move back into an uptrend and discusses the best ways to participate. In addition, Mary Ellen gives her...   READ MORE 

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New Highs vs New Lows; XLC Goes Beast Mode; Risk is On; Dissecting Gold; A Cyber Setup

This week, new highs are consistently outpacing new lows. The Communication Services sector is leading the pack, gold is surging, and there's a cybersecurity stock setting up for a big move. Read all about the stock market's price action here....   READ MORE 

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The Market's Tug-of-War: How to Read the S&P 500's Hammer Signals

Back-to-back hammer candlesticks in the S&P 500 are sending a message. Here's what these signals mean, why the market feels stuck, and what investors should watch for next....   READ MORE 

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The World is Breaking Out All Over

The World is Breaking Out All Over

A plethora of breakouts suggests that international markets have much further to run on the upside. Martin reviews where the principal regions of the world currently stand....   READ MORE 

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Is a Bear Market Starting? History Says Watch These Months

Is a Bear Market Starting? History Says Watch These Months

Tom recaps the week as September trading begins with weakness across major indices. He reviews market performance, sector trends, and key stock action. From there, he turns his attention to the history of bear markets, pointing out when they historically start, and explains why current conditions, including strong accumulation trends...   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Finds Its Footing: Why Friday’s Jobs Report Could Be the Real Test

Stock Market Finds Its Footing: Why Friday’s Jobs Report Could Be the Real Test

Stocks rebounded after Tuesday’s dip, but Friday’s jobs report could be the real market mover. Here’s what investors need to watch. ...   READ MORE 

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Gold's Big Breakout: $3,800 in Sight as Miners Lead the Charge

Gold rallies after months of consolidation. See where the metal and miners may head next, with key targets and risks to watch....   READ MORE 

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MACD Reverse Divergence:  Hidden Power in the Charts

MACD Reverse Divergence: Hidden Power in the Charts

Joe shares a lesson on the MACD reverse divergence pattern—also known as hidden divergence—and explains why it can be a powerful signal in combination with low ADX or strong ADX conditions. He highlights multiple stock examples showing this setup, then reviews the S&P market conditions, discussing...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors This Week, #34

The Best Five Sectors This Week, #34

Explore this week's sector rotation insights. See which sectors gained strength, which lost momentum, and what the RRG signals mean for investors....   READ MORE 

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Man building a home: homebuilder stocks in the spotlight

Mortgage Rates Hit 11-Month Low as Homebuilder Stocks Surge

With mortgage rates trending lower, homebuilder ETFs have been rising. Here's what traders and investors should watch next. ...   READ MORE 

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AI Stocks Struggle as Nvidia Disappoints – What’s Filling the Void?

AI Stocks Struggle as Nvidia Disappoints – What’s Filling the Void?

In this week’s show, Mary Ellen dives beneath the surface of the market as AI and semiconductor stocks lose momentum. New areas are beginning to take the lead, and Mary Ellen highlights strength in energy, gold, and select international markets, while pointing out where former leadership is breaking down....   READ MORE 

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Full Rotations on One Side of an RRG

Full Rotations on One Side of an RRG

What does it mean when a rotation on a Relative Rotation Graph fully completes on the right-hand side or the left-hand side of the graph...   READ MORE 

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Why This Lagging Stock Could Be on the Verge of Exploding

Tom spotlights a stock at a key crossroads and explains what to watch for amid some notable bullish signs....   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Cautious Start Likely as Nifty Moves Towards This Crucial Support Zone

The Nifty is at a critical support level. A break below this level could mean a deeper correction....   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Recap: August Ends Green

Just when it looked like August would end on a high note, stocks ran out of steam in the last leg. The major indexes closed lower on Friday, but the monthly performance wasn’t bad at all. Monthly wrap: * S&P 500 ($SPX): +1.91% (fourth straight monthly gain)...   READ MORE 

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Gold and Silver Shine While Stocks Slip: How to Position Your Portfolio

Gold and silver are breaking out while stocks cool. See SLV/GLD levels, September seasonality, and how a possible Fed rate cut could affect a retirement-focused portfolio....   READ MORE