Thursday, September 1, 2011 Stock Market Commentary: Stocks were quiet on Thursday as investors digested the latest round of stronger than expected economic data. The major averages remain strong as they stubbornly hold on to their week-long gains of+8%. The major averages are technically in a new confirmed rally which means probing the long side may…
Tuesday, August 30, 2011 Stock Market Commentary: Stocks were relatively quiet on Tuesday as stocks paused to consolidate their very strong week-long +7% rally. The major averages are technically in a new confirmed rally which means probing the long side may be prudent, if/when high ranked stocks begin to trigger fresh technical buy signals. Even…
Friday, August 26, 2011 Stock Market Commentary: Stocks ended higher this week, snapping a 4-week losing streak and confirmed their latest rally attempt on Tuesday when a proper follow-through day (FTD) emerged. From our point of view, the market is simply pausing to consolidate its recent shellacking (15-18% from late July to early August). The major averages are technically…
Market Outlook- Rally Under Pressure!
The major averages confirmed their latest rally attempt on Tuesday, August 23, 2011 which was the 11th day of their latest rally attempt. However, since then, they have gone virtually “no where” which puts the current rally under pressure. It is important to note that all major rallies in history began with a FTD however not every FTD leads to a new rally (i.e. several FTDs fail). In addition, it is important to note that the major averages still are under pressure as they are all trading below their longer and shorter term moving averages (50 and 200 DMA lines) and are all still negative year-to-date. Our longstanding clients/readers know, we like to filter out the noise and focus on what matters most: market action. This rally will fail if/when August’s lows are breached. Until then, the bulls deserve the benefit of the doubt. If you are looking for specific help navigating this market, please contact us for more information.