When Retail Traders Feel the Pain
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleImpending Recession?
Hey, Ross here: As markets sold off, the “R-word” – recession – has come back in force. But as today’s chart shows, just like all the times recession fears have been invoked during this bull market…...
View ArticleSurviving the Chop
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleFollow Through Required
Hey, Ross here: Last week was another down week for the markets… And yet Friday saw the indexes post their best day since November 2024. My take? We’re going to need to see some follow through. And...
View ArticleBefore the Market’s Tide Turns
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleThis Market Catalyst is Still There
Hey, Ross here: Throughout the current bull market, there has been one catalyst that was likely responsible for a significant portion of its gains. Today’s chart shows that not only is this catalyst...
View ArticleThis Will Always Feel Uncomfortable
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleWhen Uncertainty Peaks
Hey, Ross here: The Fed announces its latest rate cut decision later this afternoon. They will almost certainly hold rates steady. But Fed Chair Powell’s press conference – where he’ll share his view...
View ArticleWhen Traders Disagree
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleFed Day Breadth Surge
Hey, Ross here: As expected, the Fed held rates steady yesterday. And while Powell cited lower growth and tariff uncertainty (which he said could cause “transitory” inflation)… Yesterday’s “Fed Day”...
View ArticleWho’s Making the First Move?
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleWho’s Buying the Dip? (Pay Attention)
Hey, Ross here: Who’s buying the market dip? The chart below tells us. Chart of the Day This chart shows the ratio of buying to selling by the corporate insiders – high-ranking executives and board...
View ArticleThe Most Expensive Form of Trading
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleA “Narrow Recovery” in the Cards?
Hey, Ross here: Welcome back to a new trading week. The major indexes all managed to close slightly higher last week. But as today’s chart shows – I’m not convinced yet. Chart of the Day This is MMTW,...
View ArticleCritical Mistake Traders Make Waiting for the Recovery
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleShould You Target These Sectors?
Hey, Ross here: The S&P 500 just reclaimed its 200-day moving average. It first fell below this level two weeks ago. We’ll still need to see more follow through to confirm any sort of real bounce....
View ArticleDo This Before Market Confidence Returns
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleStocks Moving Out of Correction Territory
Hey, Ross here: The S&P 500 is now about 6% down from recent highs. The Nasdaq is down about 9%. Both are now “officially” out of correction territory. There’s still quite a lot of ground to make...
View ArticleWhen Market Confidence is at its Lowest
The latest Core PCE data came in just below consensus, signaling that the Fed may continue focusing on economic growth rather than battling inflation. Markets initially reacted with gains but pulled...
View ArticleThe Truth About 2025 Sector Performance
Hey, Ross here: Everyone knows that the stock market has taken a big hit this year – with the S&P 500 having retraced to pre-election levels, and the Nasdaq trading at levels last seen in early...
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