Before We Dive In… Every trader knows that strong breakouts tend to make money as long as you’re on the right side of the move. The tricky part? Knowing when that breakout is likely to happen. What I’m about to give you is a framework for measuring volatility,... READ MORE
A shift is taking place in the stock market that investors shouldn't ignore. As leadership rotates beyond mega-cap stocks, mid-caps are breaking to record highs. What does this early-year price action indicate? Find out here.... READ MORE
As we head into 2026, signs of rotating market leadership are already emerging, and the Financial sector is starting to attract attention. In this video, David Keller, CMT, takes a deep dive into the Financial sector, the yield curve, and the shifting interest rate dynamics. Dave breaks down what the... READ MORE
Although the Energy sector has been a laggard in the past 200 days, these charts suggest this sector may be about to reverse course. Here's a unique perspective.... READ MORE
S&P 500 P/E in Q3 2025 is above normal and projected to rise in 2026. These charts will help you keep track of quarterly earnings.... READ MORE
Who This Article is For: This article is for the long-term investor who isn’t a full-on expert chartist but wants to know enough to use it to fine-tune their dollar cost averaging strategy. If this is you, read on. Before We Dive In… Not every long-term investor wants to... READ MORE
Energy stocks are off to a good start, and after recent geopolitical headlines, you may want to consider this long-time underperforming sector. A break above key technical resistance levels will determine if energy stocks have staying power.... READ MORE
Nifty's technical setup remains in a strong uptrend, trading above key moving averages. However, momentum seems to have moderated, suggesting possible fatigue. Here's a technical deep dive to prepare you for the coming week.... READ MORE
The stock market kicked off the new year with a bounce, but is the strength as solid as it looks on the surface? In this video, Mary Ellen McGonagle digs into the January rebound and takes a closer look at what's fueling the move. She breaks down recent... READ MORE
SharpCharts just got an update, and it's designed to make your charting workflow faster, cleaner, and more efficient. In this video, Grayson Roze, Chief Strategist at StockCharts, introduces the new SharpCharts Drawer, a redesigned lower panel that lets you keep essential tools and data within view while you... READ MORE
After four straight down days in the S&P 500 ($SPX), Friday’s bounce was a welcome relief. And hey … there’s still a chance Santa Claus makes it to Wall St. The S&P 500 closed at 6,858.47. If we’re going to get a... READ MORE
Friday's market bounce brought a surprise: strength beyond Big Tech. See which sectors and ETFs are leading, and what it could mean for 2026.... READ MORE
Defense stocks offer earnings visibility and act as a hedge against geopolitical risk. Here's a look at why defense-related stocks may be potential investment opportunities.... READ MORE
What should investors look forward to in 2026? Here's Tom Bowley's outlook. ... READ MORE
The market ended 2025 on shaky footing despite a strong overall year, raising questions about what lies ahead. Tom Bowley explains why rising complacency, fading leadership, and a weak year-end pattern may matter more in 2026 than most investors realize.... READ MORE
Bitcoin has recently sold off sharply. Was 2025 the top, or will prices continue to rise higher in 2026? Martin Pring analyzes Bitcoin from various angles and shares his perspective.... READ MORE
What's on tap for 2026? Here's a deep dive into the five charts that matter most as this bull market matures.... READ MORE
New Year, healthier portfolio. These 5 easy investing habits help you stay disciplined, save time with scans and alerts, and tune out market noise.... READ MORE
Weekly update on US sector ranking based on Relative Rotation Graphs.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Ever watch a stock take off and think, “I wish I had gotten in earlier”? You probably could have. It’s just that early leaders rarely look like leaders at first. The good news is that there are ways to spot and measure emerging strength before... READ MORE
Technology and AI have been the star performers since the middle of April 2025, but a new group, comprising gold, silver, platinum, copper, and palladium, may emerge in 2026. Here's a deep dive into sector performance with a focus on the leaders and laggards.... READ MORE
Though the NIFTY is trading just below lifetime highs, it appears to be in a zone of indecision. What's the best strategy in a setting where any adverse trigger could make the market vulnerable?... READ MORE
Hope you all had a wonderful Christmas! The Santa Claus Rally window is officially here, and so far, it looks like we may get that holiday gift. Historically, when the market rallies during this period, it often sets the stage for positive momentum into the new year. On the flip... READ MORE
Curious why silver is outperforming gold? Here's what's driving the move, what the charts show, and how traders can manage risk during this rally.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… The market isn’t one story. It’s a dozen stories fighting for the spotlight. And depending on the day, a different one steals the show. One of the cleanest ways to read those stories is through Market Factors—Value, Growth, Momentum, Quality, and more. Spot... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… After John Murphy’s 10 Laws, a nagging question remains: where do you actually begin once you’ve loaded your chart? Maybe you weren’t expecting it, but the answer isn’t an indicator or setup. Instead, it begins with a sequence of questions. You see,... READ MORE
What does next year have in store for the bond market? Treasury yields, the yen, and credit spreads are expected to shape fixed-income returns in 2026. Which charts should you be watching? Find out here.... READ MORE
Larry Williams presents his full-year 2026 market outlook, explaining why many popular bearish forecasts don’t align with history or market data. With the help of cycles, valuations, and employment trends, Larry outlines what investors can realistically expect in the year ahead.... READ MORE
Stocks may be improving again, but the signals aren’t lining up cleanly just yet. Julius de Kempenaer explains what’s getting better, what’s still holding the market back, and why caution might be warranted here.... READ MORE
Gold's historic leadership may be shifting. A critical Gold/CRB signal suggests a potential commodity bull market and rising affordability risks ahead. ... READ MORE
Revisit the major volatility catalysts of 2025 to gain insight into what new ones could be in store next year.... READ MORE
Weekly Sector Rotation Update for US Sectors based on Relative Rotation Graphs... READ MORE
With the Nifty now in a sideways consolidation, what will it take to reignite upward momentum? And what does the truncated week ahead look like for the Indian market?... READ MORE
Mary Ellen McGonagle takes a close look at some seminconductor and networking names that J.P. Morgan has ranked as top picks for the new year. What are her thoughts?... READ MORE
The last full trading week of the year is behind us, and what a year it’s been. We’ve seen long, steady rallies, sharp pullbacks, and plenty of choppy, sideways action along the way. Throughout it all, 2025 reminded us just how dynamic and unpredictable the market can be.... READ MORE
After a challenging and highly rotational 2025, Dave Keller, CMT, shares three key investing lessons, from focusing on process over prediction to recognizing leadership shifts beneath the surface. Learn how investors can better prepare for market opportunities in 2026.... READ MORE
Mary Ellen analyzes a notable shift in the markets, how to capitalize, and what it might mean for the fabled Santa Claus Rally.... READ MORE
Grayson and Dave give their year-end thoughts about the wild market action of 2025, what worked (or not) for traders over the course of the year, and what lessons to take for 2026. ... READ MORE
The S&P 500 defends key support after a CPI surprise. Explore what the charts reveal about stocks, crypto, and precious metals.... READ MORE
Tom looks at the last week's market action and what it means for bulls.... READ MORE