Market is getting increasingly toppish!

November 09. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with modest gains and with record highs for two of the three main benchmarks. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 1.0 percent to 17,573.93. The S&P 500 advanced 0.7 percent to 2,031.92 for the five days. Both, the Dow and S&P 500, posted their next record highs. The Nasdaq closed at 4,632.53, remaining in positive turf for the week. Nearly all key S&P sectors ended in positive territory, led by, consumer staples. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, dropped 6.5 percent last week to 13.12, the lowest level since Sept. 19. Read More

More evidences for our complex multi-week rebound scenario!

November 02. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks rallied for the week, capping a monthly advance and returning benchmark indexes to records. The Dow Jones Industrial Average jumped 3.5 percent during the week to at a record level of 17,390.52. The blue-chip average had its best week since January 2013 and is up 2 percent for the month. The S&P 500 rose 2.7 percent to 2,018.05 in the week, topping its Sept. 18 record on the final day. The index added 2.3 percent in October. The Nasdaq rallied 3.2 percent for the week to 4,630.74 and closed at the highest level since March 2000. The technology-laden index is up 3.1 percent from the month-ago finish. All 10 of the main S&P 500 groups advanced in the week, led by technology. The Chicago Board Options Volatility Index (VIX) tumbled 13 percent to 14.03 for a second week of losses. The gauge known as the VIX plunged 47 percent since Oct. 15 when it closed at the highest since June 2012. Read More

S&P 500 had its biggest weekly gain since 2013!

October 26. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks rallied for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average achieved a 2.6 percent gain during the week and closed at 16,805.41. The S&P 500 rocketed 4.1 percent in five trading days to end at 1,964.58. The benchmark snapped a four-week losing streak and had its biggest weekly percent gain since January 2013. The Nasdaq gained 5.3 percent for the week to end at 4,483.72. All key S&P sectors ended in positive territory for the week, led by health care. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, dropped to 16.11. Read More

S&P 500 reached exactly our lower price target ? Time to cover your shorts!

October 19. 2014

Market Review

Last week all three major U.S. averages ended in negative territory again. For the week the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.0 percent to 16,380.41. The S&P 500 also dropped 1.0 percent to 1886.76 during the week. The Nasdaq Composite declined 0.4 percent from last Friday's close, ending at 4258.44. All averages were down for the fourth week. Among the key S&P sectors, industrials were the best weekly performer, while health care dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, ended at 21.99. Read More

Correction fully in force! S&P 500 hits critical support levels!

October 12. 2014

Market Review

In line with our recent call, U.S. stocks ended the week with deep losses and with the main benchmarks recording their deepest weekly declines in more than two years. For the week the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.7 percent to 16,544.10. The blue-chip index turned negative for the year. The S&P 500 lost 3.1 percent over the week to end at 1,906.13. The benchmark index suffered its biggest weekly drop since May 2012. The Nasdaq declined 2.3 percent from the week ago close to finish at 4,276.24. The tech-heavy benchmark suffered also its worst weekly decline since May 2012. Most key S&P sectors ended in negative territory for the week, led by energy. Utilities and consumer staples were the only gainers. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX) jumped above 20 for the first time since February, surging 46 percent for the week. Read More

Second down-leg! More to come after an oversold bounce!

October 05. 2014

Market Review

Last week all three major U.S. averages ended in negative territory. For the week the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 0.6 percent to 17,009.69. The S&P 500 dropped 0.8 percent to 1,967.90 during the week. The Nasdaq declined 0.8 percent from the week-ago close, ending at 4,475.62. Most key S&P sectors ended in red for the week, led by energy. Consumer staples and utilities were the only gainers. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, dropped to 14.55. Read More

First down-leg! More to come!

September 28. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with strong losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1 percent over the week to end at 17,113.19. The S&P 500 slumped 1.4 percent to 1,982.85 for the five days. The Nasdaq dropped 1.5 percent for the week to 4,512.19. All key S&P sectors finished in the red for the week, dragged by industrials. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, ended at 14.85, leaving it 23 percent higher on the week. Read More

Divergences all across the board! Correction still risk remains high!

September 21. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks rose for the week, sending benchmark indexes to records. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 292.23 points during the week, or 1.7 percent, to 17,279.74, ending the week at an all-time high. The blue-chip index notched its 18th record close this year. The Standard & Poor?s 500 Index rose 1.3 percent from the prior Friday's close to a record 2,010.4. Both gauges have risen in six of the last seven weeks. The Nasdaq added 0.3 percent during the week to 4,579.79. All 10 of the S&P 500?s main groups advanced in the week. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), a gauge of investor concern derived from S&P 500 options prices decreased to 12.11. Read More

Correction risk is forming! Time to place a stop loss!

September 14. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.9 percent over the week to 16,987.51. The S&P 500 dropped 1.1 percent for the week to finish at 1,985.54. Both averages posted their first negative week in six weeks. The Nasdaq lost 0.3 percent for the week to end at 4,567.60. All key S&P sectors ended in red, led by energy. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, traded near 13.5. The volatility measure jumped 10 percent this week, its biggest gain since Aug. 1. Read More

Go with the flow, but keep an eye on our trend indicators!

September 07. 2014

Market Review

All three U.S. major averages posted modest gains for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.2 percent from the prior Friday's close to end at 17,137.36. The S&P 500 added 0.2 percent for the holiday-shortened week to a record 2,007.71. The weekly win streak is the longest since November for the Dow and S&P and both averages recorded their fifth consecutive weekly gains. The Nasdaq added 0.1 percent from the week-ago close to 4,582.90. Most key S&P sectors ended in positive territory for the week, led by consumer staples. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, finished at 12.09. Read More

Expect to see further strength into September!

August 31. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with solid gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.6 percent from the week-ago close to 17,098.45. The S&P 500 climbed 0.8 percent for the week to 2003.37. Both, the S&P and the Dow notched for their fourth up week in a row. The Nasdaq gained 0.9 percent over the week to 4,580.2, up 4.8 percent for August. Utilities led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, ended at 11.98. Read More

Stuck in the middle!

August 24. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished another week of gains, with the S&P 500 reaching an all-time high. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average added 338.31 points, or 2 percent, to 17,001.22. The S&P 500 advanced 1.7 percent to 1,988.40 for the five days. The benchmark index closed at a record high of 1,992.37 on Aug. 21. The Nasdaq added 1.7 percent from the week earlier and finished at 4,538.55. Among the key S&P sectors, financials were the best weekly performer, while energy dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, dropped to 11.47. Read More

Bounce should be limited in price and time!

August 17. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with solid gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.7 percent in five trading days to end at 16,662.91. The blue-chip index recorded its best weekly gain in five weeks. The S&P 500 gained 1.2 percent over the week to close at 1,955.06. The benchmark index for American equities had its best weekly gain since July 3. The Nasdaq soared 2.2 percent to 4,464.93. The tech-heavy index recorded its best week since May. Among the key S&P sectors, health care was the best weekly performer, while energy dragged. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a gauge of options prices known as VIX, lost 17 percent for the week and ended at 13.15. Read More

Corrective bounce possible! Don’t get nervous!

August 10. 2014

Market Review

All three U.S. major averages posted modest gains for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.3 percent from the prior Friday's close to end at 16,553.93. On Friday, the blue-chip index had its biggest one-day percentage gain in more than 4 months. The S&P 500 added 0.3 percent for the week as well to close at 1,931.59. The Nasdaq climbed 0.4 percent in five days to 4,370.90. Most key S&P sectors ended in positive territory for the week, led by materials. The CBOE Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, finished at 15.77. Read More

Major Price Top in Place! Any upcoming bounce will be corrective!

August 03. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with deep losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slumped 2.8 percent over the week to 16,493.37. The blue-chip index suffered its biggest decline since the week ended Jan. 24. The S&P 500 dropped 2.7 percent for the week to finish at 1,925.15, its largest percentage drop since the week ended June 1, 2012. The benchmark index is now off 3.2 percent from its July 24 record close. The Nasdaq shed 2.2 percent for the week to end at 4,352.64. Among the key S&P sectors, health care was the best weekly performer, while energy dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index, or VIX, a measure of investor uncertainty, jumped to 17.03. Read More

S&P 500 hit new all-time high but serious indications that a major top is forming!

July 27. 2014

Market Review

The three major U.S. averages finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.8 percent over the week to close at 16,960.57. The blue-chip index had its biggest weekly loss since June 14. The S&P 500 finished the week roughly where it started it and closed at 1,978.34. The Nasdaq eked out a weekly gain of 0.4 percent and closed at 4,449.56; its second straight weekly rise. Among the key S&P sectors, energy was the best weekly performer, while consumer staples dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index, widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, finished nearly unchanged at 12.61. Read More

Divergences are mounting up! More confirmation for our Cyclical Roadmap!

July 20. 2014

Market Review

The U.S. stock market finished a volatile week with modest gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.9 percent during the week to 17,100.18. The S&P 500 increased 0.5 percent from last Friday's finish to 1,881.14. The Nasdaq scored a weekly gain of 0.4 percent to close at 4,432.15. Most key S&P sectors finished higher, led by technology and financials, while health care ended in the red. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, finished nearly unchanged at 12.06. Read More

Expect further strength ahead but small evidences for our Cyclical Roadmap visible!

July 13. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.7 percent over the week to end at 16,943.81. The S&P 500 slumped 0.9 percent to 1,967.57 for the five days. The Nasdaq dropped 1.6 percent for the week to 4,071.87. Both the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq recorded their worst weekly hit since April 2014. Utilities and consumer staples were the only gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a measure of investor uncertainty, ended at 12.08, leaving it 17 percent higher on the week. Read More

Expect further rallying as mid-term market breadth remains impressive!

July 06. 2014

Market Review

The U.S. stock market finished the week with solid gains and both, the S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average, closed at record levels. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.3 percent over the holiday-shortened week to close at 17,068.26. The S&P 500 was also 1.3 percent higher on the week and finished at 1,985.34. The Nasdaq rallied 2 percent for the week to close at 4,485.93 and recorded its third weekly gain in a row. Among the key S&P sectors, technology was the best weekly performer, while utilities dragged. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), a measure of investor uncertainty, fell to 10.32. Read More

Chances for a period of consolidation/pullback increasing!

June 29. 2014

Market Review

The three major U.S. averages finished the last week with a mixed performance. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.6 percent to close at 16,851.84. The blue-chip index is up 0.8 percent for June. The S&P 500 slid 0.1 percent in five trading days to close at 1,960.96. The broad index is up 1.9 percent this month. The Nasdaq, in contrast, added 0.7 percent for the week to end at 4,397.93. The technology-laden index is up 3.7 percent for June. Among the key S&P sectors, utilities were the best weekly performer, while industrials dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, fell to 11.26. Read More

No signs of divergences so far ? Buy the dips!

June 22. 2014

Market Review

U.S. Stocks ended another up week on a record-breaking note, with the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones Industrial Average closing at all-time highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 1.0 percent over the week to end at 16,947.08. Friday?s close was the Dow's 11th closing record of the year. Additionally, the blue chip index also scored an all-time intraday high above 16,978, eclipsing its prior intraday record hit June 9. The S&P 500 rose 1.4 percent to 1,962.87 over the five days, also setting the next record close and its biggest weekly percentage gain since April 17. The Friday session marked the S&P's 22nd record close this year. The Nasdaq Composite added a weekly gain of 1.3 percent to 4,368.04. Utilities and energy led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options prices known as the VIX, ended at 10.85. The measure is trading near its lowest level since 2007. Read More

Market looks vulnerable for short-term disappointments ? Buy the dips!

June 15. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with losses. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.9 percent to 16,775.58. The S&P 500 recorded a 0.7 percent loss over the past five trading days to end at 1,936.15. The Nasdaq Composite suffered a weekly decline of 0.3 percent to 4,310.65. Energy was the only gainer among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), a gauge for U.S. stock volatility, ended at 12.18. Read More

S&P 500 successfully reached our first initial price target of 1,950!

June 08. 2014

Market Review

As highlighted in our latest call, U.S. stocks finished another week of gains with the Dow and the S&P 500 index at record highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.2 percent from the week ago close to finish at 16.924.28. The blue-chip index recorded its second straight record close and has notched eight closing records so far this year. The Dow?s weekly rise was also its strongest since April 17. The S&P 500 jumped 1.3 percent for the week to close at an all-time high of 1,949.44, notching its 18th record close of the year and its third straight record finish. The broad index also had its strongest weekly percentage rise since April 17. Both the S&P 500 and the Dow have each seen three straight weekly gains. The Nasdaq rocketed 1.9 percent for the week to end at 4,321.40 and posted its fourth straight weekly advance. Industrials and financials led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The CBOE Volatility Index fell to 10.73. The gauge of U.S. equity volatility known as the VIX closed at the lowest level since February 2007. Read More

Expect further strength into June, but bearish divergences remain threatening!

June 01. 2014

Market Review

Right in line with our recent call, U.S. stocks rallied for the week, lifting the benchmark indexes to new record highs. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.8 percent in the holiday-shortened week to end at 16,717.17, topping its May 13 record. The blue-chip index notched a monthly gain of 0.8 percent. The S&P 500 gained 1.2 percent over the week to 1,923.57, also a record. The benchmark index for American equities advanced 2.1 percent in May, with both the Dow and the S&P tallying a fourth monthly gain. The Nasdaq soared 3.1 percent to 4,242.62. The tech-heavy index ended with a 3.1 percent gain in May. The monthly gain was the index?s first in three months. Among the key S&P sectors, utilities and consumer staples were the best weekly performer. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a gauge of options prices known as VIX, ended at 11.40. Read More

(Due to large caps) Overshoot towards 1,950/1,970 into June possible!

May 25. 2014

Market Review

The U.S. stock market finished the week with solid gains, sending the S&P 500 to a new record high. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.7 percent to 16,606.27. The blue-chip index turned positive for the year. The S&P 500 advanced 1.2 percent over the week, breaching the 1,900-point mark for the first time to end on 1,900.53. The Nasdaq rose 2.3 percent over the past five days to 4185.81. Among the key S&P sectors, technology was the best weekly performer, while utilities dragged. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, VIX, dropped 8.7 percent during the five days to 11.36, the lowest level since March 2013. Wall Street's fear gauge has retreated 47 percent from a 14-month high in February. Read More

Stay alerted! Cyclical bear/correction risk is forming but final confirmation needed!

May 18. 2014

Market Review

The three major U.S. averages finished another week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.6 percent during the week to finish at 16,491.31. The blue-chip index notched a new record during the week. The S&P 500 declined less than 0.1 percent from the week ago close to end at 1,877.86. It also touched record levels during the week. The Nasdaq gained 0.5 percent over the week and ended at 4,090.59. Among key S&P sectors, technology and health care led the gainers. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), a gauge for U.S. stock volatility known as the VIX, dropped 5.5 percent to 12.44. The measure lost 3.7 percent during the week. Read More

Short-term toppish & more mid-term confirmation for our Cyclical Roadmap!

May 11. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average eked out a 0.4 percent gain over the week to close at 16,583.34. The S&P 500 lost 0.1 percent from the week ago close and finished at 1,878.48. The Nasdaq dropped 1.3 percent to 4,071.87; its worst week in a month. Among the key S&P sectors, consumer staples were the best weekly performer, while utilities dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index or the VIX, Wall Street's fear gauge, finished at 12.92. Read More

Sell in May and go away? Still a way too early!

May 04. 2014

Market Review

All three U.S. major averages posted modest gains for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.9 percent to finish the week at 16,512.89. The blue-chip index closed at a record on April 30 and is down about 0.4 percent in the year-to-date. The S&P 500 increased 1.0 percent to 1,881.14 for the week. The benchmark index for American equities has climbed 1.8 percent this year. The Nasdaq gained 1.2 percent over the week to 4,123.90. Most key S&P sectors finished higher, led by technology, while utilities ended in the red. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, closed at 12.91. Read More

Washout-day possible ? Buy the dips!

April 27. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.3 percent over the week to close at 16,361.46. The S&P 500 lost 0.1 percent for the week to finish at 1,863.40. The Nasdaq slid 0.5 percent for the week to end at 4,075.56. Four out of the 10 key S&P sectors ended higher for the week, led by utilities. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options prices known as the VIX, closed at 14.06. The gauge is up 2.5 percent for the year. Read More

The S&P 500 hit rock bottom ? Expect to see a significant rally into May!

April 20. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks ended the holiday-shortened week with solid gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 2.4 percent over the week to close at 16,408.54. The blue-chip index recouped all of the losses from the previous week. The S&P 500 jumped 2.7 percent for the week to finish at 1,864.85. The weekly gain was the best since July 2013. The Nasdaq advanced 2.4 percent over the past four days to end at 4,095.52. All key S&P sectors were positive for the week, led by energy. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), a measure of investor uncertainty, fell to 13.38. The measure has lost 22 percent this week, the most since January 2013. Read More

Bottom might be at hand soon!

April 13. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with deep losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 2.4 percent in five trading days to end at 16,026.75, its first weekly drop in four. The S&P 500 recorded a 2.7 percent loss over the week and closed at 1,815.69. The Nasdaq slumped 3.1 percent for the week to 3,999.73. The technology-laden index had its worst weekly hit since June 2012 and its longest weekly loss streak since late 2012. Most key S&P sectors ended in negative territory for the week. Utilities was the only advancing sector. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, jumped to 17.01. Read More

Slightly start buying into any upcoming weaknesses!

April 06. 2014

Market Review

Last week U.S. stocks finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.5 percent in five trading days to end at 16,412.71. The S&P 500 eked out a 0.4 percent gain over the week to finish at 1,865.09. The Nasdaq Composite fell 0.7 percent to 4,127.73 for the five days. Among the key S&P sectors, industrials were the best weekly performer, while technology dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, jumped near 14. Read More

Pullback underway!

March 30. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was the only major US index to end the week in positive territory. The blue-chip index eked out a small gain of 0.1 percent for the week to close at 16,323.06. The S&P 500 recorded a 0.5 percent loss for the week to finish at 1,857.62. The Nasdaq Composite dropped 2.8 percent from the week ago close to 4,155.76, its worst performance since October 2012. Among the key S&P sectors, energy and utilities were the best weekly performer. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, finished near 14. Read More

Consolidation period still in progress!

March 23. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks rose for the week, sending the major indexes to their biggest gains in a month. For the week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 237.10 points, or 1.5 percent, to 16,302.77. The S&P 500 rose 1.4 percent to 1,866.52 over the five days. Both gauges capped their best week since Feb. 14. The Nasdaq Composite added a weekly gain of 0.7 percent to 4,276.79. Financials led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), a gauge for U.S. stock volatility, fell the most since February, sinking 16 percent to 15 for the week. The index, also known as VIX, is still up 9.3 percent this year. Read More

Short-term weaknesses mid-term strength!

March 16. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks ended the week with deep losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 2.4 percent from the week-ago close to 16,065.67. The S&P 500 recorded a 2 percent loss over the week and finished at 1,790.29. Both the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones suffered their worst week since late January. The Nasdaq Composite shed 2.1 percent over the past week to 4,245.40, its first weekly decline in six and the worst since April 2013. Utilities and consumer staples led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, a gauge for U.S. stock volatility, rose 26 percent for the week to 17.82. The measure has advanced 30 percent this year. Read More

Minor pullback likely but further strength into Q2!

March 09. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with solid gains. For the week the Dow Jones Industrial Average eked out a gain of 0.8 percent to end at 16,414.91. The S&P 500 added 1 percent for the week to finish at 1,790.29. Both the Dow and the S&P 500 logged their second straight week of gains. The Nasdaq advanced 0.7 percent from the week-ago close to 4,336.22, its fifth straight weekly advance. Financials and industrials led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The CBOE Volatility Index or the VIX, Wall Street's fear gauge, finished at 13.98. Read More

No signs of bearish divergences yet!

March 02. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with solid gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 1.4 percent from the week-ago close to 16,321.71. The blue-chip index saw a February rise of 4 percent, its largest monthly percentage gain since January 2013. After advancing to an intraday record of 1,867.92 on Friday, the S&P 500 climbed 1.3 percent for the week to 1,859.45. The broad index capped its third weekly gain this month and gained 4.3 percent for the month. The Nasdaq gained 1.6 percent over the week to 4,308.11. The technology-laden index rose 5 percent over the course of the month, its biggest monthly gain since September 2013. Materials and consumer staples led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index slipped 4.6 percent for the week to 14. Read More

Buy into any upcoming weaknesses as we expect further rallying into early Q2!

February 23. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished quite mixed for the week. The Dow Jones Industrial Average dipped 0.3 percent during the holiday-shortened week to end at 16,103.30. The S&P 500 slipped 0.1 percent for the week to finish at 1,836.25. The Nasdaq gained 0.5 percent over the week to 4,263.41, its third straight weekly gain. Health care and utilities led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, finished at 14.68. Read More

The market is moving right in line with our cyclical roadmap!

February 16. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks rallied for the week with all three major averages posting their biggest weekly gain of the year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 2.3 percent for the week to close at 16,154.39. The S&P 500 rallied 2.3 percent over the week as well to end at 1,838.63. The Nasdaq jumped 2.9 percent over the week to close at 4,244.03, the highest level since July 2000. Utilities and health care led gainers among the S&P?s 10 major sectors. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, fell 4 percent to 13.57. Read More

Seasonal tailwinds ahead!

February 09. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the week with modest gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.6 percent for the week to finish at 15,794.08, ending a two-week losing streak. After three straight weeks of losses, the S&P 500 gained 0.8 percent for the week to close at 1,797.02. Both the Dow and the S&P 500 posted their best week of the year. The Nasdaq advanced 0.5 percent for the week to end at 4,125.86. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) finished at 15.29. Among the key S&P sectors, materials were the best weekly performer, while utilities dragged. Read More

Any upcoming bounce should be corrective!

February 02. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks ended another week with deep losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 1.9 percent during the week to 15,698.85. The S&P 500 slipped 0.4 percent to 1,782.59 in the week and recorded its third weekly decline in a row. Both gauges capped the worst month in almost two years, with the S&P 500 finishing January down 3.6 percent while the Dow dropping 5.3 percent. The Nasdaq lost 0.6 percent over the week to 4,103.88, its second-straight week of declines. The tech-heavy index is down 1.7 percent over the month. Among the key S&P sectors, utilities were the best weekly performer, while consumer staples dragged. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index added 1.5 percent over the week to 18.41, the highest level since October. The gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX has jumped 34 percent this year. Read More

Early Q1 top in place!

January 26. 2014

Market Review

U.S. stocks finished the holiday-shortened week with deep losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slumped 3.5 percent over the week to 15,879.11, its worst weekly percentage decline since 2011. The S&P 500 dropped 2.6 percent for the week to finish at 1,790.29. Its worst weekly percentage loss since June 2012. The benchmark index is now already 3.1 percent below its record high reached January 15. After two weeks of gains, the Nasdaq lost 1.7 percent for the week to end at 4,128.17. The technology-laden index is now down 1.2 percent since the start of the year. Among the key S&P sectors, utilities were the best weekly performer, while materials dragged. The CBOE Volatility Index, or VIX, a measure of investor uncertainty, jumped nearly 32 percent to 18.14. Read More

Short-term consolidation – mid-term strengths!

January 19. 2014

Market Review

The three major U.S. averages finished another week with mixed results. The Dow Jones Industrial Average eked out a small gain of 0.1 percent to finish at 16,458.56. The blue-chip average managed to post its first weekly gain of the year but is still down 0.7 percent for the year. The S&P 500 fell 0.2 percent for the week to finish at 1,838.70. The broad index is down 0.5 percent for 2014. The Nasdaq advanced 0.6 percent for the week to 4,197.58, up 0.5 percent for the year. Among the key S&P sectors, technology was the best weekly performer, while energy dragged. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX) finished at 12.44. Read More

Market internals remain quite strong!

January 12. 2014

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 0.2 percent over the week, to end at 16,469.99. The blue-chip index posted its second weekly loss in a row this year. The S&P 500 advanced 0.6 percent for the week to finish at 1,842.37. The broad index had its first weekly gain this year. The Nasdaq added 1 percent for the week to 4,174.66, its first weekly gain this year as well. Among the key S&P sectors, health care was the best weekly performer, while materials dragged the most. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, ended at 12.14. The index has fallen 12 percent this month and closed at the lowest level since August. Read More

The trend is your friend but divergences start to mounting up!

January 05. 2014

Market Review

All three U.S. indexes finished the first week of the year in negative territory. The Dow Jones Industrial Average lost 8.42 points, or 0.1 percent, to 16,469.99 for the week. The S&P 500 declined 0.5 percent to 1,831.37 in the holiday-shortened week, after completing 2013 with a nearly 30 percent gain, the most since 1997. The Nasdaq lost 0.6 percent to 4,131.91. Eight of 10 main S&P 500 groups retreated for the week, with energy and utility dropping at least. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, advanced 10 percent to 13.76 for the week. The gauge finished 2013 with a 24 percent drop, the largest decline since 2009. Read More

Good for now but sentiment flashes mid-term warnings!

December 29. 2013

Market Review

All three major U.S. averages finished the holiday-shortened week with solid gains. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 1.6 percent to close the week at 16,478.41. The blue-chip benchmark advanced for a second week and is up more than 25% in the year-to-date. The Dow is on track for its biggest annual gain since 1996. The S&P 500 increased 1.3 percent to 1,770.61 for the week, its second weekly gain as well. The benchmark equity gauge has advanced 29 percent in 2013, putting it on course for its biggest annual rally since 1997. The Nasdaq climbed 1.3 percent to 4,156.59 and has soared 38 percent in 2013. Most key S&P sectors finished higher, led by materials, while utilities ended in the red. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index, the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, closed at 12.46. The gauge has dropped 31 percent this year, the largest annual decline since 2009. Read More

Divergences are forming but still too early to sell!

December 22. 2013

Market Review

U.S. stocks rallied for the week, with the Dow and S&P 500 scoring record closes. After losing ground in the prior two weeks, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 3 percent this week to finish at 16,221.14. That was its best week since mid-September and in terms of point gain, it was the best since early January. The S&P 500 soared 2.4 percent, to close at 1,818.31 and also snapped a two-week losing streak. The Nasdaq gained 2.6 percent from the week ago close to finish at 4,104.74. All key S&P sectors ended in positive territory for the week, led by industrials. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), widely considered the best gauge of fear in the market, slid below 14. Read More

Correction risk is increasing but confirmation needed!

December 15. 2013

Market Review

Last week all three major U.S. averages ended in negative territory. For the week the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1.7 percent to 15,755.36. The S&P 500 also dropped 1.7 percent to 1,775.32 during the week, its biggest decline since August. Both the Dow and the S&P 500 were down for the second week, the first series of such losses since early October. The Nasdaq Composite declined 1.5 percent from the week-ago close, ending at 4,000.98, its first week of losses in five. All key S&P sectors finished in the red for the week, dragged by health care. The Chicago Board Options Exchange Volatility Index (VIX), the gauge of S&P 500 options known as the VIX, climbed 1.4 percent to 15.76. Read More

Cyclical tailwinds but more mid-term warnings visible!

December 08. 2013

Market Review

Last week, all three major U.S. averages finished the week with a mixed performance. The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined 0.4 percent, to close the week at 16,020.20. The 30-stock gauge recorded its first weekly loss in nine. The S&P 500 lost less than 0.1 percent over the five days to finish at 1,805.09. The Nasdaq rose less than 0.1 percent from the week-ago close to finish at 4,062.52. The tech-heavy index posted its fourth-straight weekly gain and is trading at levels last seen in September 2000. Three out of the ten main industries in the S&P 500 advanced for the week, led by utilities. The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), a gauge of investor uncertainty, fell below 14. Read More

Expect further gains but early warning signs visible!

December 01. 2013

Market Review

U.S. stocks closed out the holiday-shortened week in positive territory again. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 0.1 percent for the week to finish at 16,086.41. The blue-chip index advanced 2.6 percent for the month. The S&P 500 gained 0.1 percent for the week as well to close at 1,805.81. The broad index rose 1.9 percent in November. The Nasdaq advanced 1.9 percent for the week to end at 4,059.89 and climbed 2.8 percent for the month. All three indices were up for a third month, and the Dow and S&P were both up for an eighth week, the longest such streak for the S&P 500 since January 2004, and since January 2011 for the Dow. The Nasdaq was up for a third week. 2 out of the 10 main industries in the S&P 500 advanced for the week, led by technology. The gauge of S&P 500 options, known as the VIX, closed at 13.7 and declined 0.4 percent for November. Read More