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3 Stocks to Watch While Everyone's Staring at NVIDIA

3 Stocks to Watch While Everyone's Staring at NVIDIA

This week, while everyone else is focused on NVIDIA Corp. (NVDA), we will focus our attention on stocks with earnings that may get overlooked. We're watching a different group of stocks heading into earnings: Okta, Inc. (OKTA), AutoZone, Inc. (AZO), and Salesforce.com, Inc. (CRM). OKTA and AZO...   READ MORE 

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My Durable Advantage as an Investor is My Experience: Here are Seven Examples

My Durable Advantage as an Investor is My Experience: Here are Seven Examples

It scares me to admit I've been investing for over 50 years. It's been a great ride, and fortunately I'm still going strong. One of my investment mantras thru all these years has been Charlie Munger's quintessential advice: "try to be...   READ MORE 

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Smarter Options Trading Starts Here! StockCharts + OptionsPlay

Smarter Options Trading Starts Here! StockCharts + OptionsPlay

In this video, Chip Anderson, President of StockCharts, sits down with Tony for a conversation in the StockCharts studio! During this in-depth Q&A session, Chip and Tony explore the powerful features that make the OptionsPlay add-on a must-have for options traders using the StockCharts platform. They discuss the...   READ MORE 

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Automate Your Scans with Ease! Sample Scan Library + Scheduled Scans Walkthrough

Automate Your Scans with Ease! Sample Scan Library + Scheduled Scans Walkthrough

In this insightful overview, Grayson dives into StockCharts' powerful scanning capabilities. He shows you how to navigate the markets quickly with the sample scan library, and automate your stock screening with the scheduled scans feature. This video originally premiered on May 23, 2025. Click on the above image to...   READ MORE 

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MACD + ADX: Spot the Pullbacks Worth Trading

MACD + ADX: Spot the Pullbacks Worth Trading

In this video, Joe shares how to use MACD and ADX indicators to analyze stock pullbacks, focusing on the good while avoiding the weak setups. He explains how these indicators can complement one another. Joe then shows the Summary Page in ACP and how he uses it on a regular...   READ MORE 

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Become the Investor You Aspire to Be: Essential Insights for Success

Become the Investor You Aspire to Be: Essential Insights for Success

Retail traders and investors often don't get the credit they deserve. But in April, they showed they've got serious market smarts. While headlines screamed about a tanking stock market — remember, post-Liberation Day— retail investors waited patiently. And when the time felt right, they jumped in, adding...   READ MORE 

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Why the May 31 Close is Pivotal To Determine Primary Trend's Direction

Why the May 31 Close is Pivotal To Determine Primary Trend's Direction

Way back in 1988, Robert W. Colby and Thomas A. Meyers authored a classic technical analysis book entitled Encyclopedia of Technical Market Indicators, in which they back-tested the performance of hundreds of market indicators. What caught my eye was their work on 12-month moving average (MA) crossovers, which offered the...   READ MORE 

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Generate Consistent Income with These Options Strategies

Generate Consistent Income with These Options Strategies

Looking to generate consistent weekly income from the stock market? You've come to the right place. In this video, Tony Zhang breaks down some of the top income-generating options strategies that traders and investors can use to create a consistent cash flow. Whether you're just getting...   READ MORE 

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Not All Price Gaps Are the Same! Here's How to Trade Them

Not All Price Gaps Are the Same! Here's How to Trade Them

Learn how to analyze stock price gaps with Dave! In this video, Dave discusses the different types of price gaps, why all price gaps are not the same, and how you can use the StockCharts platform to identify key levels and signals to follow on charts where price gaps occur....   READ MORE 

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Earnings Watch: Smart Setups in HD, PANW, and BJ

Earnings Watch: Smart Setups in HD, PANW, and BJ

KEY TAKEAWAYS * The chart of Home Depot (HD) shows the stock could face resistance from its 200-day moving average. * Palo Alto Networks (PANW) shows bullish technical momentum and has the potential to breakout toward its all-time high. * Despite macroeconomic headwinds, BJ's Wholesale (BJ) offers a strong risk/reward...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #19

The Best Five Sectors, #19

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Industrials surge to #1 in sector ranking, replacing Real Estate in top 5 * Communication Services showing vulnerability, moving into weakening quadrant * Utilities and Consumer Staples losing momentum but maintaining leading positions * Portfolio maintains defensive positioning despite underperformance vs SPY Sector Rotation Shakeup: Industrials Take the Lead Another week...   READ MORE 

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SPY and QQQ Recapture their 200-day SMAs - Tips for Reducing Whipsaws and Improving Performance

SPY and QQQ Recapture their 200-day SMAs - Tips for Reducing Whipsaws and Improving Performance

KEY TAKEAWAYS * SPY and QQQ surged above their 200-day SMAs this week. * The signal is bullish, but prone to whipsaws. * Chartists can reduce whipsaws with smoothing and signal filters. SPY and QQQ crossed above their 200-day SMAs with big moves on Monday, and held above these long-term moving averages the...   READ MORE 

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SMCI Stock Rebounds: Why Its SCTR Score is Screaming for Attention

SMCI Stock Rebounds: Why Its SCTR Score is Screaming for Attention

KEY TAKEAWAYS * SMCI stock shows strong bullish momentum and is in the Top 10 in the Large Cap stocks category. * SMCI stock broke above its 200-day moving average and is showing indications of a potential uptrend continuation. * Using StockCharts tools such as SCTR Score, RSI, and PPO can help identify...   READ MORE 

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50% of S&P 500 Stocks Just Turned Bullish – What Happens Next?

50% of S&P 500 Stocks Just Turned Bullish – What Happens Next?

Bullish signal alert! Over 50% of S&P 500 stocks are now above their 200-day moving average. In this video, Dave explains this key market breadth indicator and what it means for stock market trends. He shows how moving average breadth has reached a bullish milestone, what this means...   READ MORE 

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Unlock the Power of StockCharts' NEW Market Summary Dashboard | Walkthrough & Tips

Unlock the Power of StockCharts' NEW Market Summary Dashboard | Walkthrough & Tips

In this in-depth walkthrough, Grayson introduces the brand-new Market Summary Dashboard, an all-in-one resource designed to help you analyze the market with ease, speed, and depth. Follow along as Grayson shows how to take advantage of panels, mini-charts, and quick scroll menus to maximize your StockCharts experience. This video originally...   READ MORE 

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Navigating Earnings: Three Stocks, Three Different Stories

Navigating Earnings: Three Stocks, Three Different Stories

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Short-term traders may find an opportunity in Under Armour stock if the price breaks above key resistance. * Walmart earnings could reveal how retail spending is trending. * Alibaba's stock price sits in a volatile range with trade tensions and AI investments playing a critial role in its...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #18

The Best Five Sectors, #18

KEY TAKEAWAYS * All 11 sectors changed positions, but the top-5 / bottom-6 composition remained the same. * Utilities now strongest sector, despite overall market strength. * Communication Services jumped from 5th to 2nd place. * Portfolio still 3% behind the S&P 500 YTD, unchanged from last week. Sector Shuffle: Same Players, New...   READ MORE 

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Confused by the Market? Let the Traffic Light Indicator Guide You

Confused by the Market? Let the Traffic Light Indicator Guide You

In this insightful session, Grayson introduces the Traffic Light indicator, a unique tool available exclusively on the Advanced Charting Platform (ACP). Amidst the current volatility of the S&P 500, Grayson demonstrates how this indicator can help investors clarify trend directions and make more confident decisions. This video originally...   READ MORE 

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Don't Buy Robinhood Stock... Until You See This Chart Setup

Don't Buy Robinhood Stock... Until You See This Chart Setup

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Robinhood's stock price is outpacing its sector and the broader market. * The Financials sector looks bullish, and HOOD has outperformed it by 250% over 3 years. * Does HOOD have room to run, or is it running on fumes and FOMO? Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) is back...   READ MORE 

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Will Trump's Foreign Film Tariffs Crush Streaming Stocks? What You Need To Know Now

Will Trump's Foreign Film Tariffs Crush Streaming Stocks? What You Need To Know Now

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Trump's proposed 100% tariffs on foreign films are now disrupting streaming media stocks. * Pure-play stocks are responding differently, with Netflix, the most exposed to tariff risk, outperforming all others. * Any technical or fundamental trade setup is subject to geopolitical dynamics; so be cautious! Trump's...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #18

The Best Five Sectors, #18

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Top 5 sectors remain unchanged, with minor position shifts * Leading sectors showing signs of losing momentum * Daily RRG reveals top sectors in weakening quadrant * Communication services at risk of dropping out of top 5 Communication Services Drops to #5 The composition of the top five sectors remains largely...   READ MORE 

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The Easiest Road to Supercharge Your Investing Reflexes and Reactions!

The Easiest Road to Supercharge Your Investing Reflexes and Reactions!

Riches are found in reactions—your reactions to changes in the markets. By this, I mean that if you spot a change in money flowing from one asset class to another, one sector to another, one industry to another, before the masses notice, you will be rewarded handsomely. My experience...   READ MORE 

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Stocks In Focus This Week: Palantir, Uber, and Coinbase

Stocks In Focus This Week: Palantir, Uber, and Coinbase

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Palantir stock nears breakout as AI revenue and government contracts drive growth. * Uber stock signals strength ahead of earnings report. * Coinbase eyes reversal as crypto trading volume increases. This week, we're watching three high-profile names--Palantir (PLTR), Uber (UBER), and Coinbase (COIN)--as they gear up for...   READ MORE 

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Top 10 Stock Charts For May 2025: Breakouts, Trends & Big Moves!

Top 10 Stock Charts For May 2025: Breakouts, Trends & Big Moves!

Discover the top 10 stock charts to watch this month with Grayson Roze and David Keller, CMT. They break down breakout strategies, moving average setups, and technical analysis strategies using relative strength, momentum, and trend-following indicators. This analysis covers key market trends that could impact your trading decisions. You don&...   READ MORE 

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The Hidden Meaning Behind the Tech Sector's Rally (And How to Spot It)

The Hidden Meaning Behind the Tech Sector's Rally (And How to Spot It)

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Technology stocks are back in the lead, with ETFs like XLK showing notable performance. * MarketCarpets gives you a quick snapshot of sector trends and market breadth. * Indicators like the Bullish Percent Index and CMF suggest XLK may be approaching overbought territory, highlighting the need to be cautious. When...   READ MORE 

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The SCTR Report: Why PLTR Stock Remains a Top Contender in a Volatile Market

The SCTR Report: Why PLTR Stock Remains a Top Contender in a Volatile Market

KEY TAKEAWAYS * PLTR stock dropped sharply in February 2025 but rebounded in April, thanks to easing trade tensions and new government contracts. * RSI and Accumulation/Distribution Line (ADL) suggest bullish momentum, but valuations remain stretched. * Watch the May 5 earnings report and geopolitical developments for PLTR stock's next...   READ MORE 

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Ready To Level Up Your Options Trading?

Ready To Level Up Your Options Trading?

Grow your trading account using proven options strategies, right from your StockCharts ChartLists, with the help of this powerful educational webinar! In this session, Tony Zhang, Chief Strategist of OptionsPlay, will show you how to: * Scan your ChartLists for top-performing trade setups * Identify income-generating and directional opportunities * Use OptionPlay'...   READ MORE 

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Personalized Options Trading Strategies: Discover High-Yield Covered Calls and Spreads with the OptionsPlay Add-On

Personalized Options Trading Strategies: Discover High-Yield Covered Calls and Spreads with the OptionsPlay Add-On

KEY TAKEAWAYS * OptionsPlay now integrates with your StockCharts ChartLists. * Focus on only the most promising setups tailored to your directional bias and risk tolerance. * Make faster, smarter, and personalized trading decisions with the OptionsPlay Add-On. If you've been exploring ways to take your options trading to the next...   READ MORE 

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Our Very Last Trading Room

Our Very Last Trading Room

Today, Carl and Erin made a big announcement! They are retiring at the end of June so today was the last free DecisionPoint Trading Room. It has been our pleasure educating you over the years and your participation in the trading room has been fantastic! Be sure and sign up...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #17

The Best Five Sectors, #17

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Defensive sectors maintain dominance in top 5, despite strong market performance. * Real Estate enters top 5, replacing Health Care; Consumer Staples, Utilities, and Financials remain stable in top 3 positions. * Defensive positioning has put a dent in portfolio performance after strong week. Real Estate and Healthcare Swapping Positions...   READ MORE 

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Zweig Breadth Thrust Dominates the Headlines - But What about an Exit Strategy?

Zweig Breadth Thrust Dominates the Headlines - But What about an Exit Strategy?

KEY TAKEAWAYS * S&P 1500 Advance-Decline Percent triggered a Zweig Breadth Thrust this week. * These signals reflect a sudden and sharp shift in participation (net advancing percent). * ZBT signals only cover the entry, which means chartists need to consider an exit strategy should it fail. The Zweig Breadth Thrust...   READ MORE 

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Two EASY Ways to Find the Strongest Stocks in Seconds

Two EASY Ways to Find the Strongest Stocks in Seconds

In this video, Grayson  highlights the crucial 5,500 level on the S&P 500 using our "Tactical Timing" chart. He then demonstrates two of the easiest methods for identifying the strongest stocks within key indexes like the S&P 500, NASDAQ 100 and Dow Industrials....   READ MORE 

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Earnings Week in Full Swing: Don't Overlook These Three Stocks

Earnings Week in Full Swing: Don't Overlook These Three Stocks

This week will be the biggest week of earnings season and yes, all eyes will be on the heavy-hitters: META, AMZN, MSFT, and AAPL. These names dominate headlines, and their charts are practically seared into our brains. But let's look at some solid companies that might fly under...   READ MORE 

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Real-Time Options Strategies on Your ChartLists? Yes, Please!

Real-Time Options Strategies on Your ChartLists? Yes, Please!

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Real-time options strategy analysis is now ChartList-driven in the OptionsPlay Strategy Center. * The OptionsPlay Strategy Center adapts to your style and puts hours of analysis at your fingertips—instantly. If you're like most options traders, you've probably stared at your watchlist or portfolio and...   READ MORE 

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How to Shield Your Stocks During a Market Decline

How to Shield Your Stocks During a Market Decline

KEY TAKEAWAYS * When stock markets decline, you can protect your positions with options. * Buying puts on stocks you own can help protect your position if the stock falls further. * A put vertical spread is another strategy to protect your portfolio holdings. When the stock market is turbulent, it makes sense...   READ MORE 

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Three Stocks to Watch This Earnings Week

Three Stocks to Watch This Earnings Week

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Tesla's daily chart displays key support levels to monitor after the company reports earnings. * Service Now is showing signs of a bottom, which could mean a reversal depending on earnings results. * Watch for Alphabet, Inc. shares to hit specific support levels, which could give traders favorable...   READ MORE 

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Bearish Warning: 3 Market Sentiment Indicators You Can't Ignore

Bearish Warning: 3 Market Sentiment Indicators You Can't Ignore

In this video, market sentiment, investor psychology, and stock market trends take center stage as David Keller, CMT, shares three powerful sentiment indicators that he tracks every week. He explains how the values are derived, what the current readings say about the market environment in April 2025, and how these...   READ MORE 

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DP Trading Room: Long-Term Outlook for Bonds

DP Trading Room: Long-Term Outlook for Bonds

The market continued to slide lower today as the bear market continues to put downside pressure on stocks in general. Bonds and Yields are at an inflection point as more buyers enter the Bond market which is driving treasury yields higher. What is the long-term outlook for Bonds? Carl gives...   READ MORE 

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Safer Stock Picks for an Uncertain Market (High Yield + Growth)

Safer Stock Picks for an Uncertain Market (High Yield + Growth)

In this video, as earnings season heats up, Mary Ellen reviews current stock market trends, highlighting top-performing stocks during past bear markets that are showing strength again today. She also shares a proven market timing system that's signaled every stock market bottom, helping investors stay ahead of major...   READ MORE 

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The Best Five Sectors, #16

The Best Five Sectors, #16

KEY TAKEAWAYS * Consumer staples and utilities continue to lead sector rankings. * Defensive sectors are showing strength in both weekly and daily RRGs. * Health care struggling, but maintains position in top 5 * RRG portfolio slightly underperforming S&P 500 YTD, but gap narrowing. Top 5 Remains Unchanged The latest sector...   READ MORE