Investors are rotating to foreign markets and value stocks. Tom Bowley analyzes the relative strength of foreign stocks against the S&P 500 and identifies which markets are in the strongest trends.... READ MORE
If you're looking to build a position in a specific industry group ETF, here's a four-point plan to follow.... READ MORE
Are we in the late stage of a business cycle that benefits mining, energy, and basic industry sectors? Martin Pring analyzes the technicals of the sectors to identify where we are in the cycle.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 holds its uptrend as small caps lead and gold surges. Here’s what the charts say about market direction and risk. ... READ MORE
Stocks are trying to stabilize, but the charts tell a more complicated story. Julius de Kempenaer explains why recent technical damage could still limit upside, along with where strength is quietly building instead.... READ MORE
Markets were mixed last week, but Tom Bowley explains why the real story isn’t in the headlines. He breaks down where money is rotating right now — and why those early-January signals matter more than index levels.... READ MORE
Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research explains why a pullback could create better stock opportunities, even as overall market risk rises. From there, he reviews SPY conditions, volatility, sentiment, and recent symbol requests.... READ MORE
With solid fundamentals and an attractive technical entry, Delta Air Lines Inc stock is a candidate for a bull put vertical spread. Find out how you can quickly implement this options strategy.... READ MORE
Rising interest rates and weakening tech are reshaping stock market leadership. Learn how market rotation works and what "Sell America 2.0" means for investors. ... READ MORE
Dave Keller breaks down RSI signals that many traders misread, including overbought conditions and bearish divergences. Using real chart examples, he explains which RSI signals actually matter as momentum shifts.... READ MORE
Microcaps, small-caps, commodities, and cyclicals are showing leadership, with Real Estate emerging as a strong sector performer. Here's an analysis of the shifts that are taking place in the stock market.... READ MORE
With Nifty still in a defined consolidation zone below its recent high, it appears the market is awaiting a decisive catalyst. What would it take for a fresh breakout?... READ MORE
Is the market starting to open up beyond the usual suspects? Participation in a market rally is healthy, and lately we’ve been seeing more than just a handful of large-cap growth stocks doing the heavy lifting. This is encouraging, especially if you want to protect your capital while looking... READ MORE
As growth sectors lagged, Consumer Staples emerged as a rare pocket of strength. Dave Keller, CMT, highlights three standout charts—Costco, Philip Morris, and Dollar Tree—showing bullish technical setups that prove strong trends can appear in any sector.... READ MORE
The Technology sector has been range-bound and is undergoing some internal shifts beneath the surface. Find out what these shifts are and how you can capitalize on these moves.... READ MORE
Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how market leadership is narrowing as more areas lose strength. She highlights the sectors and stocks that are working and the signals investors should be watching in an increasingly selective market.... READ MORE
The bull market is seeing broader participation with industry groups such as Home Construction, Retail, and Regional Bank stocks breaking out. Here's an analysis of the various sectors and industry groups that are showing strength, plus a stock you may want to consider.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 consolidates while market breadth improves. Small caps, semiconductors, and the S&P 500 Equal-Weight Index highlight a broader rally.... READ MORE
XLP posts its largest 5-day gain since COVID, Silver surges 21% in four days, and sector divergence offers important market clues.... READ MORE
Major indices remain near record levels as key market relationships begin to resemble conditions that can come before market tops. Tom Bowley breaks down the signals Wall Street is sending beneath the surface and explains why this familiar setup deserves close attention.... READ MORE
Tony Zhang explains how to find the best-yielding options strategies with StockCharts’ OptionsPlay Strategy Center. Learn how to rank cover calls, cash-secured puts, and spreads in real time to trade more efficiently and with greater confidence.... READ MORE
Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research breaks down why the 10-year yield is at a critical juncture after months of quiet trading, along with what that might signal. He also reviews SPY market conditions, gold, silver, and recent stock requests.... READ MORE
Point & Figure charts are showing a breakout in broad commodities with a price target that suggests commodities have room to run. Here's a deep dive into the technical chart patterns that could support the run in commodities.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Markets don’t always trend. They coil, surge, and then launch in one direction or another. The trick is being able to spot each phase and to use that information to act. A lone moving average can hint at direction, but it won’t tell you... READ MORE
Early price action shows mixed signals as Financials weaken, tech stalls, and oil, the dollar, and Bitcoin show signs of changing trends.... READ MORE
Market breadth has improved dramatically as the S&P 500 pushes to new highs. Dave Keller, CMT, reviews three key breadth indicators—including advance-decline lines, new highs vs. lows, and stocks above key moving averages—to assess whether this bullish trend remains intact.... READ MORE
David Keller breaks down five key breadth signals confirming the market’s 2026 breakout. At the same time, he also examines what each indicator could do that would signal weakening participation and a potential breakdown.... READ MORE
Are the U.S. markets showing signs of running out of steam? Martin Pring analyzes the relative strength of U.S. indexes with respect to non-U.S. indexes. Another group that could gain momentum is small-caps. Here's what you should be watching. ... READ MORE
Earnings season kicks off this week with big banks reporting. Follow the price action and market-based indicators in these charts to get clear clues rather than media headlines.... READ MORE
The Nifty was the only major global equity index to end the week in the red amid US tariff uncertainty. Is it vulnerable to further pressure?... READ MORE
Broad participation + sector rotation + earnings season = a market worth watching. We’re wrapping up the first full trading week of the year on a high note, as the market is giving investors something to smile about. We may not have gotten a Santa Claus Rally, but what we did get... READ MORE
Government policy decisions are moving industry groups as the focus shifts to energy security, housing affordability, and manufacturing. Find out which stocks are showing breakout potential.... READ MORE
Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down how market participation and sector movement are shifting early in the year, highlighting key signals investors should be watching as leadership rotates beneath the surface.... READ MORE
Grayson Roze introduces new filtering tools for the Sample Scan Library that make scanning faster and more focused. See how this update can help you narrow results and find stronger stock ideas with less effort.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 is in a clear uptrend with strong breadth, and three sectors leading the trend are Finance, Health Care, and Industrials. Arthur Hills shows you how to use a top-down approach to identify oversold stocks within uptrends.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Every strong move begins with tension, a buildup of energy (sometimes hidden) before the next move. While most traders only notice the explosion, those who pay close attention to volatility are generally able to anticipate the big move before it happens. We covered this in part... READ MORE
The S&P 500 is edging higher but lacks conviction. Here are the key support levels, catalysts, and leadership shifts to watch as 2026 begins.... READ MORE
Markets opened 2026 with solid gains, but Tom Bowley explains why several warning signs beneath the surface deserve attention. He breaks down leadership trends and intermarket relationships that are failing to confirm the rally, highlighting what traders should keep their eyes on.... READ MORE
Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research breaks down a momentum shift, highlighting stocks beginning to stand out based on trend, momentum, and relative strength. He also reviews SPY market conditions, including volatility, sentiment, and multi-timeframe trend analysis.... READ MORE
Frank Cappelleri breaks down why financials and semiconductors are showing strength and how Bitcoin is attempting to regain momentum early in 2026. Failed breakdowns, bullish patterns, and key levels are shaping what happens next in the market.... READ MORE