Dow Theorists, we have a problem. The problem appears to be with the iShares Transportation Average (IYT), which is showing the beginning of a larger move on a longer time frame vs. an ending move on a shorter time frame in the transports sector. The trouble started back in March 2015 when we began to produce…
DetailsGoldman Sachs (GS) is still about 10% off the all-time highs set back in 2007, just before the huge financial collapse crippled the giant investment bank and its stock. As you may recall, there was much talk in 2008/09 that the big investment banks (Citi, Morgan Stanley, etc.) might buckle under from all of the…
DetailsIt always strikes me with curiosity that, when markets are at a crossroads, many super smart and savvy traders and investors start reaching for “expert” opinions. Of course, I understand that we hate uncertainty, as it creates doubt (and usually results in the wrong decision). For those of us who have been long the market,…
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Eager to learn more about the energy sector and commodities markets? You’re in luck, because this week’s webinar guest was Dan Dicker, an extraordinary energy analyst and commodities trader advisor. About Dan Dicker Dan has a really impressive resume. He’s a sought-after energy analyst who has appeared on CNBC, Bloomberg, and CNNfn. As a floor…
DetailsStrong performance by the semiconductor group is a great sign of health for markets, and Skyworks Solutions (SWKS) is one of the best performing names in the group. After a nice consolidation, it appears ready for a breakout. After reaching all-time highs in late March (at which point the stock was up about 45% YTD),…
DetailsTrading anxiety seems to be hitting new highs once again, leading me to ask if there’s no shortage of things market players will worry about. It’s amazing how long a “wall of worry” has been up, even though the market isn’t showing it. Instead, we are seeing high complacency among traders and investors (which may not be…
DetailsIs the bond market rally coming to an end? I don’t think so. For years we have heard “the end is nigh,” yet “an end” has not materialized. Besides, bond investors and traders hate one thing and one thing only – inflation. During this 35 year bond bull market, inflation has been contained, showing up…
DetailsThe Southern Company (SO) is a utility stock with a twist. It operates as a public electric utility company with a little foray into telecommunications in the southeast. Generally it is one of the staple stocks I would hold in a portfolio and write covered calls against the common stock, as it is a nice…
DetailsThe last few days serve as a perfect illustration of why talk is cheap – especially when it comes to investing and trading. Technical, chart, and market analysis will always – ALWAYS – beat the talking heads. Despite non-stop chatter – predictions included – that were meant to raise red flags for equity market players,…
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by Abigail Stevenson In a volatile market with daily swings up and down, Jim Cramer always recommends the best way to deal with it is to stick with the consistent winners. One group that has shown strong outperformance and solid fundamentals are the chemical stocks. OK, maybe it isn’t the sexiest group on the planet,…
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