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  1. Market Summary for November 9, 2012

    November 9 2012
    Many of the major U.S. indexes broke through key support levels this week, which is a very bullish sign for the coming week.
  2. Bearish Engulfing Patterns Threaten These Stocks

    November 7 2012
    Bearish engulfing patterns show that sellers are present, and momentum has shifted to the downside compared to the prior day. The pattern is ...
  3. November 2, 2012 Market Summary

    November 2 2012
    The major U.S. indexes continued to push up against resistance levels this week after the prior week's move down due to poor corporate earnings.
  4. Global Market ETFs Still In Uptrends

    October 31 2012
    ETFs representing countries which are holding near or making new short-term highs.
  5. October 26, 2012 Market Summary

    October 26 2012
    A Weekly Overview of Major U.S. Indexes
  6. Multiple Tops In Indexes And Stocks

    October 24 2012
    The S&P 500 and Dow Jones have completed a topping formation, and these stocks are also completing a pattern known as the multiple top.
  7. October 19, 2012 Market Summary

    October 19 2012
    Summary of the Major U.S. Indexes
  8. Big Banks With Nice Charts

    October 17 2012
    These big banks have been flying high recently. Will it continue?
  9. Market Summary for Oct. 12, 2012

    October 12 2012
    Traders should watch for industrial production and jobless claims data closely next week.
  10. Oil Stocks And ETF Outlook

    October 10 2012
    A technical view of stocks and ETFs associated with the oil industry.
  11. October 5, 2012 Market Summary

    October 5 2012
    The major U.S. indexes appear to be divided into two camps - over bought on one side approaching upper trend lines and very neutral in the case ...
  12. A Technical View Of Major Gold Stocks

    October 3 2012
    Gold is at significant technical levels.
  13. An Ascending Triangle For Everyone

    September 26 2012
    Whether a bull or bear, there are ascending triangles breaking out in both directions, and another which hasn't broken out yet but is likely ...
  14. September 21, 2012 Market Summary

    September 21 2012
    Equity indices appear to be largely overbought at current levels, with high RSI and MACD readings across the board. From a fundamental standpoint, ...
  15. Conglomerate Stock Outlook

    September 19 2012
    The outlook of these four large capitalization conglomerate stocks tell their own story, but also help forecast where the broader market may ...
  16. September 14, 2012 Market Summary

    September 17 2012
    Stocks have experienced a strong week thanks to a third round of quantitative easing and continued strength in the eurozone.
  17. Top Sector ETFs Over The Last Month

    September 12 2012
    These sectors have been the market leaders over the last month, and their respective ETFs have benefited.
  18. September 7, 2012 Market Summary

    September 7 2012
    Stocks jump on the week, but the indexes remain near resistance levels.
  19. Bearish MACD Crossovers With A Positive Twist

    September 5 2012
    These stocks are exhibiting bearish crossovers in their MACD readings, indicating potential short-term weakness, but also longer-term buying ...
  20. August 31, 2012 Market Summary

    August 31 2012
    The close proximity to important levels means stocks are still at a critical juncture.
  21. Rising Wedges Meeting Resistance

    August 29 2012
    These four stocks have been moving higher within a rising wedge, but recent struggles indicate a topping process may be in place.
  22. August 24, 2012 Market Summary

    August 24 2012
    This is a critical juncture for stocks. Declining volume warns the rally may be running out of steam, but price (the ultimate indicator) continues ...
  23. Commodity ETFs And Chart Patterns

    August 22 2012
    The varying chart patterns within these ETFs, as well as the assortment of commodities the ETFs represent, present a wide range of trade possibilities ...
  24. August 17, 2012 Market Summary

    August 17 2012
    All the index ETFs made headway this week, and three of the four are in the vicinity of their 52-week highs. Therefore, this is a critical juncture ...
  25. Technology Stocks To Watch

    August 15 2012
    Over the last month, technology stocks have been some of the top performers. Here are several tech companies to keep an eye on.
  26. August 10, 2012 Market Summary

    August 10 2012
    Stock market index ETFs were flat to slightly higher this week. Volume was near the lowest levels seen in the last year though, but close proximity ...
  27. Uptrends Within Uptrends

    August 8 2012
    Short-term and long-term, these stocks are moving higher. The trendlines created by short and long-term trends provide price targets, entry points ...
  28. August 3, 2012 Market Summary

    August 3 2012
    Friday, August 3 proved to be a strong day once again for the major index ETFs. Signals are mixed though on different time frames - with certain ...
  29. Significant Marubozu Candlesticks

    August 1 2012
    This candlestick pattern can signal a big move, especially if it occurs in the right context. With the context right and pattern present, some ...
  30. July 27, 2012 Market Summary

    July 27 2012
    A late week surge higher keeps the short-term (June and July) uptrend alive in the major index ETFs.
  31. Double Top Trade Candidates

    July 25 2012
    These stocks are nearing the double top breakout point, which could send them much lower if the level is broken.
  32. July 20, 2012 Market Summary

    July 20 2012
    Mid-week rallies managed to push some of the ETFs to monthly highs, yet the bullish moves were unconvincing. Couple this with declining volume ...
  33. Healthcare Stocks Continuing To Outperform

    July 18 2012
    These healthcare stocks are still on fire, with potentially more upside left. But is that actually bad for the stock market?
  34. Gold ETFs Are Nearing A Breakout Point

    July 13 2012
    Gold-related ETFs are all heading toward support, and a downside breakout could mean a big drop in the price of gold or gold miner stocks. But ...
  35. July 6, 2012 Market Summary

    July 6 2012
    The shortened trading week started out bullish for stocks as some minor resistance levels were broken, indicating a further rise in stocks. On ...
  36. Rising Trend Channel Breakouts - Acceleration Or Top?

    July 4 2012
    These stocks have been within rising trend channels, but recently have broken the trend channel to the upside. Such a breakout usually signals ...
  37. June 29, 2012 Market Summary

    June 29 2012
    Some indexes saw a more than 2% jump on Friday, June 29. The question is, how long can it last? By looking at indicators and price action we ...
  38. Stocks That Are Breaking Out of a Range

    June 27 2012
    These stocks have been in a trading range recently, and have already broken out or are very close to it. One of the most recognizable chart patterns ...
  39. 4 Stocks With Potential Double Tops

    June 26 2012
    These stocks represent potential double tops. If the signal that confirms the chart pattern materializes, look for these stocks to move lower, ...
  40. Inverse ETFs To Own If The Market Tanks

    June 26 2012
    By buying an inverse ETF, you can protect yourself and/or profit from a decline in the major indexes. With the S&P 500 SPDR having already broken ...
  41. Descending Wedges About to Snap

    June 22 2012
    When a wedge breaks, it usually breaks out in the opposite direction of the wedge and signals a change in direction. These stocks have been moving ...
  42. June 22, 2012 Market Summary

    June 22 2012
    The S&P 500 SPDR ETF fell 2.2% on Thursday, and with similar declines in the other indexes, bearish chart patterns emerged. While this pattern ...
  43. Stocks On Fire As The Market Bounces

    June 20 2012
    Over the last month, these stocks have been moving aggressively higher, putting in double-digit returns. But can it continue?
  44. June 15, 2012 Market Summary

    June 15 2012
    It was an interesting week for stocks, as the market started off on a negative note, but the indexes managed to recoup at least some of the losses ...
  45. Mega Caps - The Good and the Ugly

    June 13 2012
    As the market continues to churn within a correction over the last two months, there has been a stark contrast in the performance of mega cap ...
  46. June 8, 2012 Market Summary

    June 8 2012
    The major index ETFs managed to recoup some losses this week, yet still remain within a short-term downtrend. While this week's action was mostly ...
  47. Gold Stocks Pushing At Trend Channel Resistance

    June 6 2012
    Gold and gold-related stocks have been pushing higher, but are now approaching resistance. How these gold stock react around resistance can not ...
  48. June 1, 2012 Market Summary

    June 1 2012
    On Friday, June 1, the last primary support level in the S&P 500 was broken. This means the uptrend that began in October of last year is officially ...
  49. Utility Stocks For Uncertain Times

    May 30 2012
    Utility stocks continued to perform well during recent market declines, and are continuing to push higher. This presents two clear advantages.
  50. May 25, 2012 Market Summary

    May 25 2012
    Stock stabilized this week, but after an early week rally, the market failed to make further headway.
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