Crude oil is looking poised for a major upside breakout, and higher prices could follow. What does that mean for the CPI and inflation? Martin digs in to these questions.... READ MORE
Julius de Kempenaer uses Relative Rotation Graphs to break down asset classes, bonds, commodities, and all 11 sectors.... READ MORE
Mary Ellen McGonagle explains what the S&P index is hiding, and the means she's using to build a watch list before Wednesday's Fed decision.... READ MORE
Signs of September weakness in the stock market have surfaced. Retail, transports, and other cyclical and defensive asset classes are displaying warning signs. Here are the charts you need to watch closely.... READ MORE
September is generally a seasonally weak period for equities, but there are pockets of strength. These StockCharts tools will help you monitor the market's action and set up your investment game plan for the rest of the month and/or year. ... READ MORE
Crude oil is breaking out and, with September being a seasonally strong month for the commodity, equities could feel some pressure. With bond prices falling and the U.S. dollar rising, investors should be prepared to take a defensive position.... READ MORE
Sector rotation is changing as Energy, Financials, and Healthcare gain relative strength while Technology and Industrials lose momentum. Julius de Kempenaer uses RRGs to track the latest shifts in sector leadership.... READ MORE
Energy stocks are displaying bullish action, which could mean that oil will resume its primary uptrend. Martin Pring analyzes the chart of XLE and the chronological sequence of the commodity cycle to identify when energy prices will rise.... READ MORE
Reports from big-box stores and discounters will provide clues about consumer spending for the rest of the year. Know which charts and macro fundamentals you should be watching now.... READ MORE
Dave Keller explains why the recent breakout could mark the beginning of a new uptrend, as well as the one key level that still needs to be cleared before the move is fully confirmed.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 breakout remains intact, but Joe Rabil is finding some of the market’s best opportunities in strengthening sectors. See which areas stand out and what stock setups are catching his attention.... READ MORE
Does the bull market in commodities still have room to run? Martin Pring conducts an in-depth technical analysis of commodity indexes and commodity-sensitive currencies and shares his findings.... READ MORE
While oil prices are cooling off, wheat, soybean, and corn prices may be getting ready to take off. Martin Pring analyzes the charts of the agricultural complex and shows you the price levels to monitor.... READ MORE
The headline indexes don’t reveal everything happening beneath the surface. Mary Ellen McGonagle uncovers where strength is emerging, why equal-weight indexes are holding up better, and what to watch as another big week of earnings begins.... READ MORE
Julius de Kempenaer breaks down the latest changes to his RRG Portfolio Framework, including shifts in commodities, bond positioning, sector leadership, and why a stronger U.S. dollar deserves attention.... READ MORE
The stock market remains range-bound as investors weigh earnings, rising oil prices, Treasury yields, and gold's attempt to break higher.... READ MORE
The S&P 500 is getting close, but several important pieces must fall into place before a breakout becomes more likely. Joe Rabil explains the signals he’s watching, then talks key developments in commodities and shares several stock ideas.... READ MORE
Chip stocks rally as Big Tech shows signs of life, oil pulls back, and Bitcoin firms up. Can renewed risk appetite push the S&P 500 toward new highs?... READ MORE
Stocks finished the first half strong, with semiconductors leading the way. Here's why the broader market trend remains bullish, and what investors should watch next. ... READ MORE
What can investors expect in the second half of 2026? There are some new trends emerging ahead of a Presidential Election Cycle stretch. Keep an eye on Treasury yields, energy prices, and large-cap tech stocks.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Gold has been all over mainstream financial news since 2020. Prior to that, it was a “barbarous relic.” Yesterday’s money. But then the world changed; inflation came back, debt got heavier, currencies looked shakier, geopolitics got uglier. Suddenly, gold became a “hot asset” again. Strange... READ MORE
The headlines are painting one picture, but the market is telling a very different story. Tom Bowley explains what falling Treasury yields, sector rotation, and semiconductor leadership may really be signaling for investors.... READ MORE
The US dollar broke through a resistance level after Fed Chair Kevin Warsh's first meeting. Find out what this means for international stocks, homebuilders, and commodities.... READ MORE
Stocks rebound after a hawkish Fed meeting as Technology leads, the U.S. dollar strengthens, gold weakens, and oil tests key support level.... READ MORE
With oil prices falling, are precious metals getting ready to rise? The charts of gold, silver, and gold miners indicate that it may be a while before the metals start shining again.... READ MORE
During a business cycle, gold tends to lead copper, which leads crude oil. Martin Pring analyzes the intermarket relationships between the three and shows that crude oil prices are at a crucial level.... READ MORE
Since the March lows, the S&P 500 has pushed higher with multiple bullish pattern breakouts. Frank presents an analysis of the S&P 500, oil and gas exploration, precious metals, and bitcoin.... READ MORE
So far, 2026 has been shaped by geopolitical upheavals, stellar earnings, and mini booms and busts. As we enter the summer months, investors should monitor the broad action and watch intermarket relationships between bond yields, crypto, precious metals, and oil. ... READ MORE
AI and quantum stocks rally as oil prices slide and IPO buzz builds. See what falling yields, semiconductor strength, and geopolitical headlines could mean for the market. ... READ MORE
After weeks of relentless gains, the market finally pulled back—but Tom Bowley says it wasn’t random. He explains how options expiration, market maker positioning, and sentiment extremes helped trigger the reversal.... READ MORE
With Treasury yields rising, stocks getting wobbly, and commodities generally moving higher, now is a good time for investors to focus on intermarket analysis. These charts will help you get started.... READ MORE
AI stocks are driving the stock market higher, but rising yields, food prices, and weak market breadth could signal trouble beneath the surface of this bull rally.... READ MORE
The Nasdaq and S&P 500 posted record closes as chip stocks surged. See why broadening market strength and Bitcoin's rally point to bullish momentum.... READ MORE
As oil prices rise, interest is shifting towards alternative sources such as solar, battery storage, and nuclear. NextEra and Eaton are showing signs of price breakouts and increased momentum. ... READ MORE
A drop in oil prices helps airline stocks and the travel & leisure space. Mary Ellen McGonagle looks at three stocks that are likely to benefit in this environment.... READ MORE
Is this stock market rebound real or just a relief rally? Learn what the S&P 500, Nasdaq, VIX , and oil prices say about whether now is the time to buy stocks.... READ MORE
What intermarket trends should investors monitor in Q2? Discover how the relationships between stocks, bonds, commodities, and the US dollar provide early clues on shifts in the stock market's price structure.... READ MORE
Lately, the stock market hasn't mapped cleanly with past behavior. Mary Ellen McGonagle analyzes oil, gold, and volatility and shares her thoughts on the current market.... READ MORE
Oil prices are elevated, interest rates are rising, and the SPY is below its 200-day moving average. Arthur Hill compares the current market to the 2022 bear market and uncovers some interesting similarities.... READ MORE
With equities and other asset classes falling hard and bond yields rising, traders and investors are looking for a bottom to get back in. Mike Zaccardi analyzes the S&P 500 as well as gold and oil to uncover the signals of a market bottom.... READ MORE