With the market just a shout away from its all-time highs, Grayson Roze shares five market metrics every trader should watch using StockCharts’ Market Summary Dashboard. Learn how he tracks trends, breadth, sentiment, and sector strength to uncover what’s really driving the market.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Markets change. Principles don’t. More specifically, the way we deal with markets evolves, but the factors driving markets remain consistent. Famed technical analyst John Murphy distills these factors into 10 Laws. These are timeless lessons that cut through the market noise and reveal how price,... READ MORE
Which stocks could benefit the most if trade tariffs are rolled back? Dave highlights ten potential winners—including CAT, NKE, and more—and shows how to use StockCharts tools to uncover trend strength and opportunities.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Silver’s been making headlines lately, testing historic highs, and stealing a bit of gold’s shine. Might you have forecasted its rise? Some “old school” silver and gold bugs claim it is possible, using this one metric. Let’s explore what it is and unpack... READ MORE
Grayson Roze shows how to become the laziest chartist possible—without losing performance. Learn how StockCharts’ sample charts, chart packs, and scans can instantly build a pro-level setup in your account.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… For every story a chart tells, there are stories hidden from plain view. One story tends to repeat itself almost like clockwork, though it also comes with variations. That’s what seasonality is all about: odd months where stocks tend to shine, stumble, or stall. In... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… You’re about to see why traders obsess over 52-week highs, and why not all highs are created equal. I’ll break down what really happens when a stock hits (or hovers just below) that milestone. Even better, I’ll show you how to scan for... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… You’re about to learn something unique: how to gauge trend strength and seize market opportunities using two sets of eyes. The GMMA splits price action into short-term and long-term views, giving you two perspectives on the same market. With one eye on fast-money moves and... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Here’s today’s play: you’ll run the Entered Ichimoku Cloud scan to spot buy-the-dip candidates, use the SCTR to find the strongest stocks, and then you’ll flip to the charts to see which candidates may be worth pursuing. Plus, you’ll learn how... READ MORE
Grayson Roze hosts Tom Bowley and Julius de Kempenaer in a fast-paced StockCharts Game Show showdown! See who dominates in this fun, competitive battle of charting tools, trading terms, and quick wit.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Finding an “edge” in the markets can mean looking at tools that most overlook, or using a seemingly “common” tool from an uncommon angle. The ZigZag is a perfect example. It’s not the most popular tool. It’s not even an indicator. Yet it has... READ MORE
Grayson Roze reveals how narrowing your invest able universe can make you a better trader. See how to use StockCharts tools to focus your strategy, simplify analysis, and make smarter trading decisions.... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Think “overbought” means it’s time to bail? Not always. Sometimes that 70+ RSI reading doesn’t signal weakness, but strength. In this Insider post, we’ll flip the script on RSI, show you why overbought often means “stay on board,” and give you the tools... READ MORE
Endowment bias can hurt your portfolio by keeping you tied to losing positions. David Keller shares how to manage risk, protect profits, and spot weakening charts using technical analysis and automated scans on StockCharts.... READ MORE
There are countless tools and strategies for gauging market sentiment. When combined, sure, they give you a full picture. But they also take time. But what if you just need a quick vibe check? You plan to dig deeper later, but right now, you need a fast read to keep... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Ever wish you had a dashboard that flickers between “caution” and “go”? That’s what these Key Ratios are. Wall Street’s caution vs. go signal. They don’t offer trade signals, but they do give you a vibe check, helping you figure out if investors... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… If you haven’t spent much time exploring ChartSchool, we’re about to level up your capacity to learn and apply. First off, ChartSchool is massive. It’s one of the biggest technical analysis libraries out there, which is both a blessing and a curse. But... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Every index wears two faces. The first is performance—what you see on the surface. The second is breadth—what lies beneath. Price tells you where the money’s moving today. But breadth tells you if that move has legs, or if it may be running... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… You can do a lot with MarketCarpets—analyze sectors, spot outliers, gauge technical strength, the whole deal. But let’s cut the fat. You just want a fast, visual read on what’s happening now. So, let’s get to it. I’ll show you how.... READ MORE
Before You Click Around… Let’s be honest: most nav bars are just toolboxes. StockCharts’ new nav bar? It’s sleeker, smarter, and if you look closely, it’s also sneakier. Why? Hidden inside one of those tabs is a full-blown market analysis workflow. It’s a comprehensive top-down routine... READ MORE
Joe Rabil of Rabil Stock Research shows how to use the 18-MA to identify trend, momentum, and support/resistance, before then reviewing the latest S&P market conditions. He also covers the IWM and stock requests such as ACT, EQNR, FLNG, SAP, FCX, OSK, and VNT, pointing out setups... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… If you’ve never checked whether your chart is set to log scale or arithmetic scale, you might be looking at a distorted picture without even knowing it. Not a great way to start your analysis. One small setting, one HUGE impact. Let’s make sure... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… How do you turn a quick morning scan into a market edge? With SCTR Reports. In this article, we’ll cover how SCTRs rank stocks, how to scan them fast, and how to spot leaders, laggards, and turnarounds in minutes. This is your quick-start guide to... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Have you ever wondered why the S&P 100, 400, and 600 show up in the Market Summary? They serve a purpose, mainly to give you a quick read on investor sentiment: whether Wall Street is favoring large-, mid-, or small-caps. Today, I’m going... READ MORE
Before We Dive In… Should I start with a blank chart or one pre-loaded with indicators? It’s a good question. There are pros and cons to both, and it depends on what you’re trying to do. In this quick post, I’ll break everything down so that you... READ MORE
What are the different ways you can use technical analysis in your trading? And which is the best one for you? Today's Insider Tip: Know your charting "style" and focus on its strengths.... READ MORE
Kicking off his new column, Karl Montevirgen introduces you to "The StockCharts Insider," your new guide to the ins and outs of StockCharts.... READ MORE