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StockCharts Insider: How to Spot Style Rotation Before the Crowd

StockCharts Insider: How to Spot Style Rotation Before the Crowd

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 

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Larry Williams’ 2026 Market Forecast: Cycles, Risks, and Opportunities

Larry Williams’ 2026 Market Forecast: Cycles, Risks, and Opportunities

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 

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Stocks are Improving - So Why Am I Still Cautious?

Stocks are Improving - So Why Am I Still Cautious?

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 

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Watch This Chart — “Affordability” May Be About to Get Less Affordable

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 

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A Year of Market Fear — and Resilience: Breaking Down the VIX in 2025

Revisit the major volatility catalysts of 2025 to gain insight into what new ones could be in store next year....   READ MORE 

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Consolidation Continues: Nifty Awaits Trigger for Directional Move

Consolidation Continues: Nifty Awaits Trigger for Directional Move

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 

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J.P. Morgan's Top Picks for 2026: A Closer Look at the Charts

J.P. Morgan's Top Picks for 2026: A Closer Look at the Charts

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 

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Three Investing Lessons from a Challenging 2025 Market

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 

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Is a Santa Claus Rally Starting to Take Shape?

Is a Santa Claus Rally Starting to Take Shape?

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 

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2025 Market Recap & 2026 Outlook: Trends, Psychology, and What Comes Next

2025 Market Recap & 2026 Outlook: Trends, Psychology, and What Comes Next

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 

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A Hint of Holiday Cheer for the Market—Or a False Start?

The S&P 500 defends key support after a CPI surprise. Explore what the charts reveal about stocks, crypto, and precious metals....   READ MORE 

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Semiconductors Crumble; Big Warning Signs Flashing!

Semiconductors Crumble; Big Warning Signs Flashing!

Tom looks at the last week's market action and what it means for bulls....   READ MORE 

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What Is The Crypto Selloff Telling Us About Stocks?

Bitcoin and the S&P 500 often move in tandem, but when they move in opposite directions, it's time to pay attention. Find out what Tom Bowley's analysis reveals about Bitcoin signaling an early warning....   READ MORE 

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To Be Invested or Not to be Invested? That is the Question

These three indicators will filter out the noise and identify whether the stock market is bullish or bearish. This, in turn, will help you determine whether you should remain invested or not. Explore these indicators and find out which key levels to watch....   READ MORE 

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Stocks Showing Early Market Rotation Using Relative Strength

Stocks Showing Early Market Rotation Using Relative Strength

Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research looks at stocks rotating after a long bearish, discusses the prospects of a Santa Claus rally, and breaks down viewer-requested stocks....   READ MORE 

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Calm Markets, Crude Chaos: Why Oil Is the Odd One Out This Holiday Season

While equities have remained relatively calm during this holiday season, oil prices have been under pressure. Even as energy stocks are performing better than crude, the overall trend remains bearish....   READ MORE 

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Two Markets That Could Be Influenced by a Peace Settlement in Ukraine

Martin Pring analyzes the two areas that could see a significant upside move if a peace settlement in the conflict in Ukraine is reached....   READ MORE 

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Change of Character: Spotting the Shift From Downtrend to Uptrend

Change of Character: Spotting the Shift From Downtrend to Uptrend

David Keller explains how to spot when a stock transitions from distribution to accumulation, and how you can use scanning, alerts, and scheduled scans to find the next breakout....   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors This Week, #49

Weekly update on U.S. sector rotation using Relative Rotation Graphs....   READ MORE 

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If Value Is Really Back, These Two Stocks Will Tell Us First

Value stocks are showing signs of strength, but it will take strength from sectors such as Energy and Financials to push this asset group higher. Learn about which charts could provide clues on the value vs. growth trade. ...   READ MORE 

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Critical Week Ahead: Can Nifty Push Past Resistance?

Critical Week Ahead: Can Nifty Push Past Resistance?

The broader structure of the Nifty remains bullish, but the index is navigating a key inflection zone. Will the next week extend the trend?...   READ MORE 

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Is the S&P 500 Stuck in Neutral? A Traffic Light Approach to Trend Changes

Since the April low, the S&P 500 has shifted from a strong uptrend into a clear consolidation. Dave Keller, CMT, introduces a “traffic light” charting technique to define key support and resistance levels—and spot when sideways markets finally break into accumulation or distribution....   READ MORE 

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Is This Rally for Real? Here's What the Charts Are Saying

Is This Rally for Real? Here's What the Charts Are Saying

Mary Ellen McGonagle breaks down the current market rally and examines whether expanding participation and sector movement are confirming the move. Discover what market breadth, equal-weight indexes, and sector charts are revealing beneath the surface....   READ MORE 

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Will Semiconductors Be A Problem in 2026?

Are semiconductors due for a correction? Tom Bowley analyzes the longer-term chart of the Dow Jones US Semiconductors Index. Find out what his analysis reveals....   READ MORE 

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The Rotation No One Wants to Talk About — And Why It’s a Warning

The Rotation No One Wants to Talk About — And Why It’s a Warning

Money is rotating sharply out of large-cap growth and into areas like small caps, transports, and regional banks. Tom Bowley of EarningsBeats explains why that shift matters, breaking down the signals raising caution and the five stocks showing standout strength as the market resets....   READ MORE 

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A Stock Market Rally With a Twist: What's Strengthening and What's Cracking?

The Fed cut sparked new life in the stock market. See which sectors broke out, where weakness remains, and what it means for investors....   READ MORE 

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Momentum Shift Starting — These Sectors Are Waking Up

Momentum Shift Starting — These Sectors Are Waking Up

Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research highlights a momentum shift taking shape across sectors, showing which ones are beginning to wake up as 2026 begins. He also reviews the S&P 500, market conditions, and individual stock setups showing improving structure and momentum....   READ MORE 

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2026 Outlook: Will Rising Interest Rates Break the Bull?

With equities resilient and the 10-year yield holding below 4.5%, we could see stocks lift into year-end. What could change this? Find out here....   READ MORE 

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Is It Finally Time for Small Caps to Outperform?

Small caps have made very little upside movement since 2021, but that could be changing. Martin Pring analyzes small-cap stocks and makes his case for a potential rally in this asset group....   READ MORE 

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Best 5 sectors for the week

The Best Five Sectors This Week, #48

Weekly update on sector rotation ranking based on Relative Rotation Graphs...   READ MORE 

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Nifty Stays Cautious Near Highs Amid Soft Breadth

The Nifty ended the week flat to mildly negative. The lack of participation from the broader market and weakening market breadth indicate that investors should be cautious. Here's a deep dive into the analytics....   READ MORE 

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Bull or Bear? Dave Keller’s Four Scenarios for the Nasdaq’s Next Move

Bull or Bear? Dave Keller’s Four Scenarios for the Nasdaq’s Next Move

The Nasdaq 100 sits near record highs, but where does it go from here? Dave Keller, CMT, lays out four scenarios—ranging from a Santa Claus rally to a deeper correction—and assigns probabilities to each to help investors prepare for early 2026’s next big move....   READ MORE 

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Breadth Not Ideal, but Still Net Bullish; Homebuilders Breakout Could Bode Well for 2026

Learn how to quantify signals using new highs, new lows, and the percentage of stocks with golden crosses. Another area that could hold the key to broadening leadership in 2026 is homebuilder stocks. ...   READ MORE 

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The Stock Market Is Quiet… but Something Big Is Brewing Under the Surface

Market breadth is strengthening as small caps, transports, and banks show leadership. See what these trends mean for the next potential breakout. ...   READ MORE 

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The Year-End Macro Marathon: Why Every Data Point Matters & Where to Look

The StockCharts Sample Gallery contains charts of economic data, such as unemployment rate, inflation, and mortgage rates. Calm bond and mortgage markets could offer a potential tailwind as we head into 2026....   READ MORE 

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Is a Major Move Setting Up? Nasdaq 100, Healthcare, Gold & Bitcoin at Key Levels

In this video, Frank Cappelleri takes us on a tour of the market, discussing the Nasdaq 100's huge run since April and the healthy pullback that followed. He points out a possible inverse head-and-shoulders pattern forming under the surface and why it could matter as we head toward...   READ MORE 

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David Keller's December Playbook: 10 Charts You Should See

David Keller's December Playbook: 10 Charts You Should See

If you're looking for a quick pulse of the stock market heading into the last month of the year, David Keller, CMT, just dropped a video breaking down the 10 charts he's watching, and there's a lot to unpack. Some stocks are powering higher...   READ MORE 

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The Santa Setup: What December Intermarket Price Action Might Look Like

Historical stock market patterns point to strength heading into Christmas. Keep an eye on the US dollar, Treasury yields, retail stocks, and volatility as we close out the year....   READ MORE 

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Will Santa Keep on Giving? Or Will the Grinch Finally Come to Wall Street?

Will Santa Keep on Giving? Or Will the Grinch Finally Come to Wall Street?

The S&P and NYSE Composites have reached resistance. Can the push through, or will they back off?...   READ MORE 

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Nifty Breaks Out, Breadth Lags: Cautious Optimism Ahead

Nifty Breaks Out, Breadth Lags: Cautious Optimism Ahead

Nifty is in an uptrend and continues to scale new heights, but the market remains somewhat narrow. Are we approaching a zone of resistance?...   READ MORE