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SCTR Report: Carvana Stock Skyrockets, Hits a New 52-Week High -- What This Means for Investors

SCTR Report: Carvana Stock Skyrockets, Hits a New 52-Week High -- What This Means for Investors

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Carvana stock is back on top of the Top 10 Large-Cap SCTR Report. * If you have a long position in Carvana, monitor your positions carefully. * The stock has the potential to rise much higher, so enjoy the ride while you can. Apologies for revisiting Carvana (CVNA), but it...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: A Case for a Market Top

DP Trading Room: A Case for a Market Top

During today's market analysis Carl laid out his reasons why we believe we are at a market top. He discusses the current market price action combined with exclusive DecisionPoint indicators to substantiate his position. Don't miss his analysis. Carl also goes though the Magnificent Seven by...   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Putting Market Moves in Perspective; Watch Nifty From This Angle

Week Ahead: Putting Market Moves in Perspective; Watch Nifty From This Angle

On the back of one of the major FII selloffs seen in recent times, the markets succumbed to strong corrective pressure through the week and ended on a very weak note. The Nifty 50 remained under selling pressure; at no point in time did it show any intention to stage...   READ MORE 

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Stocks Soar, Energy Prices Spike: Are Geopolitical Tensions to Blame?

Stocks Soar, Energy Prices Spike: Are Geopolitical Tensions to Blame?

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The macro picture of the US economy remains strong with the broader equity indexes in an uptrend. * There has been some rotation in the sectors with Energy taking the lead as a result of rising crude oil prices. * Use the StockCharts MarketCarpet to select stocks for your ChartLists....   READ MORE 

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SCTR Report: Vistra Energy Soars, Reaches New All-Time High

SCTR Report: Vistra Energy Soars, Reaches New All-Time High

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Vistra Energy can be a big player in providing nuclear power to AI companies. * Vistra Energy's stock price has hit an all-time high. * There are support levels on the daily price chart that could present buying opportunities in VST. Utility stocks are now becoming cool. Going...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: Uncovering Stocks from DP Scan Alerts

DP Trading Room: Uncovering Stocks from DP Scan Alerts

In today's free DecisionPoint Trading Room, Erin pulls out her exclusive DecisionPoint Diamond Scans and finds us some new and interesting stock symbols to explore further. These scans are very powerful and bring the best charts to your attention. DecisionPoint has a new Scan Alert System for purchase...   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Regains Bullish Edge: Can Geopolitical Tensions Change Its Direction?

Stock Market Regains Bullish Edge: Can Geopolitical Tensions Change Its Direction?

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The stock market got an influx of positive news, bringing bullish momentum. * The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high on Friday. * Investors are rotating out of mega-cap tech stocks and into other areas such as precious metals, as well as China-related stocks and ETFs. There&...   READ MORE 

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Top Ten Charts to Watch for October 2024

Top Ten Charts to Watch for October 2024

As we near the end of what has been a fairly solid Q3 for the equity markets, we are left with the eternal question for investors: "What's next?" We now have the Fed's first rate cut in the rearview mirror, with multiple rate cuts...   READ MORE 

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This Week's "Sector to Watch" and "Industry Group to Watch"

This Week's "Sector to Watch" and "Industry Group to Watch"

On Friday mornings in our DP Diamonds subscriber-only trading room, the DecisionPoint Diamond Mine, I like to look for a "Sector to Watch" and an "Industry Group to Watch" within. These are for your watchlist and not necessarily ready for immediate investment. In the case of...   READ MORE 

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Opportunities in Industrials and Materials

Opportunities in Industrials and Materials

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Negative divergence remains a distracting factor * Defensive rotation still present * Industrials and Materials on positive track toward leading RRG quadrant Despite a backdrop of conflicting market signals, there are still sectors within the S&P 500 that are showing promising movements and potential opportunities for investors. Today,...   READ MORE 

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China Stimulus Energizes Stocks, Commodities; Will The Energy Sink?

China Stimulus Energizes Stocks, Commodities; Will The Energy Sink?

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Stocks, commodities, and crypto prices soared after China announced its stimulus package, but pulled back slightly after the news. * Metal prices are still holding strong while oil prices pulled back. * Escalating geopolitical tensions don't seem to be impacting the stock market much at the moment. Tuesday&...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: Analyzing Two New Stocks in SP500 (DELL, PLTR)

DP Trading Room: Analyzing Two New Stocks in SP500 (DELL, PLTR)

In today's free DP Trading Room Carl reviews the charts of two new members to the SP500, Dell (DELL) and Palantir (PLTR). Are they poised to break out on this news? Carl also discussed the inflation on housing prices to open the show. Before going over the signal...   READ MORE 

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Strategy After Rate Cuts: Best Areas to BUY!

Strategy After Rate Cuts: Best Areas to BUY!

In this StockCharts TV video, Mary Ellen reviews the broader markets after last week's rate-cut induced rally. She also shares stocks that are breaking out of bases and poised to trade higher. The "nuclear renaissance" is also discussed, as well as stocks that will benefit the...   READ MORE 

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Dow Jones in the Spotlight, Bonds Stabilize, Tech Plays Catch-Up

Dow Jones in the Spotlight, Bonds Stabilize, Tech Plays Catch-Up

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a new all-time high. * Stock market indexes still have bullish momentum in spite of up and down movement. * Bond prices could stabilize after digesting the interest rate cut. The Federal Reserve's interest rate cut decision on Wednesdaywas like receiving...   READ MORE 

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A Sector Rotation Dilemma ...

A Sector Rotation Dilemma ...

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Sector Rotation remains defensive * S&P chart showing resemblence to late 2021 * Negative divergences still in play First of all, I apologize for my absence this week. I caught something that looked like Covid, and felt like Covid, but it did not identify (pun intended) as Covid....   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Carvana's Gain Makes It Worth a Revisit

The SCTR Report: Carvana's Gain Makes It Worth a Revisit

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Carvana stock fell behind in its ranking during its August–September pullback, but it's now gaining momentum. * From a weekly perspective, the uptrend in Carvana looks solid. * Watch the Fibonacci retracement levels on the weekly chart to identify your entry and exit points. On August 5,...   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Today: Fed Cuts Rates and Market Makes Last Minute U-Turn

Stock Market Today: Fed Cuts Rates and Market Makes Last Minute U-Turn

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The Fed cut interest rates by 50 basis points and shifts focus to the economy. * Stock market rallied after the Fed's interest rate cut decision but closed lower. * Treasury yields rose while bond prices fell. The stock market received what it expected from the Federal Reserve—...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: Tracking Gold Sentiment

DP Trading Room: Tracking Gold Sentiment

As part of Carl's review of Gold charts, he explained how we use the close-ended fund, Sprott Physical Gold Trust (PHYS) to measure sentiment for Gold. Depending on how PHYS trades, it trades at a discount or premium based on the physical Gold that it holds. These discounts...   READ MORE 

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A Half Point Fed Rate Cut? The Stock Market Thinks So

A Half Point Fed Rate Cut? The Stock Market Thinks So

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Stocks make a strong recovery after last week's selloff. * Large-, mid-, and small-cap stocks closed higher, with small caps the clear leader. * Gold and silver prices surged on interest rate cut expectations. This week's stock market action may have caught many investors by surprise....   READ MORE 

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A Déjà Vu in The Consumer Staples Sector Sends a Strong Warning Signal

A Déjà Vu in The Consumer Staples Sector Sends a Strong Warning Signal

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Tech bounce is judged as recovery within downtrend. * XLP, XLF, and XLV are positioned for outperformance in coming weeks. * The XLP chart is showing interesting characteristics which we have seen before Tech Rallies, But Remains Inside the Lagging Quadrant A quick look at the Relative Rotation Graph for...   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Insmed's Stock Hangs in the Balance—Here's What You Need to Know

The SCTR Report: Insmed's Stock Hangs in the Balance—Here's What You Need to Know

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Insmed (INSM) has been near the top of the StockCharts SCTR report for weeks. * Insmed's stock price has pulled back, but maintained its high SCTR score. * Insmed could be posed for an upside move. Numerous companies are making strides within their respective sectors, but, unless you...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: AI Bubble Deflating

DP Trading Room: AI Bubble Deflating

The recent decline last week revealed that the artificial intelligence bubble is deflating. Magnificent Seven stocks are unwinding in response to investors losing confidence in the AI trade in general. Carl gives us a complete picture of the Magnificent Seven in the short and intermediate terms. It doesn't...   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: NIFTY Shows Early Signs of a Likely Disruption of Uptrend; Tread Cautiously

Week Ahead: NIFTY Shows Early Signs of a Likely Disruption of Uptrend; Tread Cautiously

After initially forming a fresh incremental lifetime high, the markets succumbed to selling pressure from higher levels after spending some indecisive sessions during the week. The week that went by saw some early signs of the Nifty entering into broad corrective consolidation while ending near its low point of the...   READ MORE 

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Broad-Based Stock Market Selloff: How to Position Your Portfolio?

Broad-Based Stock Market Selloff: How to Position Your Portfolio?

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Broader stock market indexes sell off as investors fear rate cuts may be too late. * Treasury yields fell to their lowest yearly levels. * Big Tech stocks got hammered, with semiconductor stocks getting hit the hardest. After a week of wavering action, the stock market made a directional move—...   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Why TSLA Stock Sees Tremendous Strength

The SCTR Report: Why TSLA Stock Sees Tremendous Strength

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Tesla's stock price has been gaining technical strength, evident from its daily and weekly price charts. * An analysis of Tesla's stock price shows a potential intermediate-term trading opportunity. * Before entering a buy position, be sure to identify your entry and exit positions. When the...   READ MORE 

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How to Spot a Hedge Fund Trap: MicroStrategy's Dramatic Plunge

How to Spot a Hedge Fund Trap: MicroStrategy's Dramatic Plunge

KEY TAKEAWAYS * In March 2024, certain hedge funds began heavily shorting MicroStrategy stock. * Microstrategy was a meme stock that surged 300% from February to March. * While many investors got burned when Microstrategy's price tanked, there were clues that short sellers were taking over the stock. In early 2024,...   READ MORE 

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Week Ahead: Uptrend Stays Intact for NIFTY; RRG Shows Distinctly Defensive Setup

Week Ahead: Uptrend Stays Intact for NIFTY; RRG Shows Distinctly Defensive Setup

The past session for the markets stayed quite trending, as the headline index continued with its upward move. While extending its gains, the Nifty 50 Index ended the week on a very strong note. Witnessing a strong momentum on the upside, the market expanded its trading range as well. The...   READ MORE 

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NVDA is Not the Only Semiconductor Stock Out There

NVDA is Not the Only Semiconductor Stock Out There

KEY TAKEAWAYS * SPY is pushing against resistance. * The technology sector is out of favor, and semiconductors are a drag for it. * NVDA is big, but it is not the only semiconductor stock. It's All Still Relative The weekly Relative Rotation Graph, as it looks toward the close of...   READ MORE 

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MarketCarpet Report: Stock Market Remains Resilient With Dow Notching a Record Close

MarketCarpet Report: Stock Market Remains Resilient With Dow Notching a Record Close

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed at a record high in a thin trading day. * The Financial sector continues to lead. * Overall, the stock market remains healthy with low volatility. The thin trading ahead of Labor Day weekend is here. Despite that, on Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial...   READ MORE 

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Stock Market Today: NVDA Reports, Tech Lags, Financials Take the Lead

Stock Market Today: NVDA Reports, Tech Lags, Financials Take the Lead

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The leading sector today was the Financials, followed by Health Care and Utilities. * Technology stocks sold off significantly and was the worst sector performer. * With interest rate cuts expected in the next FOMC meeting, financial stocks have the potential to rise further. Today's MarketCarpet was a...   READ MORE 

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An Investment Routine for Spotting Buy-The-Dip Opportunities

An Investment Routine for Spotting Buy-The-Dip Opportunities

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The first step when deciding which stocks to invest in, should be to monitor the broader market * After getting an idea of the overall market,  drill down to the different sectors * The last step is to zero in on the industry and identify the stocks that are moving...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: NVDA Going Into Earnings - Hold or Sell?

DP Trading Room: NVDA Going Into Earnings - Hold or Sell?

It is a big week for earnings and NVIDIA (NVDA) is at the top of the list! Erin gives you her view on whether to hold into earnings based on the technicals of the chart. She also reviewed other stocks reporting on Wednesday: CRM, CRWD, HPQ and OKTA. Carl talks...   READ MORE 

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PayPal Stock Price Breaks Out: How to Take Advantage of the Price Rise

PayPal Stock Price Breaks Out: How to Take Advantage of the Price Rise

KEY TAKEAWAYS * PayPal broke out from its two-year consolidation and triggered a new bullish signal * The next upside target for the bullish trend in PYPL is around the $90 level * The call vertical options strategy can be used to capitalize on the upside breakout in PYPL Earlier this year, in...   READ MORE 

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RRG-Velocity Jumping on XLF Tail

RRG-Velocity Jumping on XLF Tail

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Sector rotation out of technology * All other sectors are picking up relative strength * Real-Estate, Utilities, and Financials showing strong rotations On the weekly Relative Rotation Graph, the rotation still favors almost every sector over Technology. I discussed the opposite rotations between weekly and daily RRGs in last week&...   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Workday Rises on Strong Earnings Results and Rising Technical Strength

The SCTR Report: Workday Rises on Strong Earnings Results and Rising Technical Strength

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Workday, Inc. stock rose higher on strong earnings and guidance * If Workday stock rises with strong momentum and technical strength, the stock has potential to make for a favorable intermediate-term position trade * Learn how to set an alert for WDAY stock price to cross a specific threshold When...   READ MORE 

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Is Peloton Stock the Next Big Turnaround? What You Need to Know Before It's Too Late

Is Peloton Stock the Next Big Turnaround? What You Need to Know Before It's Too Late

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Peloton shares jumped over 38% on Thursday following an earnings surprise * Having fallen 97% from its record peak, Peleton could present investors with a ground-level market opportunity * With the breakout well underway, here are the actionable levels to watch as Peloton stock surges ahead or dips back down...   READ MORE 

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What Does This Mean for the S&P 500 Rally?

What Does This Mean for the S&P 500 Rally?

In this video from StockCharts TV,Julius looks at the conflicting rotations in both asset classes and equity sectors. The weekly rotations differ significantly from their daily counterparts. What does it mean for the current rally in the S&P 500, and what does it mean for the relationship...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: Potential Housing Crash?

DP Trading Room: Potential Housing Crash?

Today Carl and Erin discuss the potential of a housing crash as more evidence is coming in that many haven't thought of. Private Equity firms have become very involved in the housing market, buying up properties on high amounts of leverage. What happens when it's time...   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Dell Is Gaining Strength. Here's Why the Stock Is a Strong Buy

The SCTR Report: Dell Is Gaining Strength. Here's Why the Stock Is a Strong Buy

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Dell stock is rising from its lows and is worth putting on your radar * Dell stock is seeing technical improvement but needs more momentum * There are clear entry and exit points on the daily chart of Dell When the general market is recovering from a pullback, there can...   READ MORE 

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Strength Off the Lows, But Concerns Remain

Strength Off the Lows, But Concerns Remain

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Rotation to large-cap growth is back * And so is the narrow foundation/breadth supporting this rally * Weekly and daily $SPX charts need to get in line Stronger than Expected The recent rally out of the August 5th low is definitely stronger than I had anticipated. I was watching...   READ MORE