All Entries Tagged With: "SP500"
Video Review of the Indexes 11-13-2011
November 13, 2011 at 3:55 pm
Last week we saw the major averages test important short-term areas to further validate the recent trading ranges, and the tests were passed. Now it’s up to the bulls to produce a breakout, but from a technical standpoint they’ve got some real positives going for them.
As we head into a brand new week of trading, let’s examine some important levels to keep an eye on in the days ahead. That will have the greatest influence on how individual stocks are going to move, so it’s where the trading week begins.
(Direct video link is here for those interested in sharing).
Be sure to view in HD (720P) and full-screen mode for best quality in the video.
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Jeff White
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Video Review of the Indexes 11-6-2011
November 6, 2011 at 1:48 pm
A sharp pullback to start last week left the indexes testing some important levels and filling some gaps, both of which proved to be technically beneficial for the market. Dip-buyers emerged to stem the losses though, erasing a fair chunk of the deficit from last Monday and Tuesday.
More progress will need to be made for the bulls to regain their October momentum, but overall the price action is constructive and this pullback – if kept shallow – could still result in a higher low on the daily charts of the indexes.
As we head into a brand new week of trading, let’s examine some important levels to keep an eye on in the days ahead. That will have the greatest influence on how individual stocks are going to move, so it’s where the trading week begins.
Update: direct video link is here as the YouTube embed code is hit/miss.
Be sure to view in HD (720P) and full-screen mode for best quality in the video.
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Jeff White
Producer of The Bandit Broadcast
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Video Review of the Indexes 10-30-2011
October 30, 2011 at 1:07 pm
The indexes ran higher last week, bolstered by a European debt deal which had been anticipated for quite a while now. With stocks rallying ahead of the news in recent weeks, the actual event actually prompted additional buying rather than a sell-the-news response. As a result, new recovery highs were established across the board.
As we head into a brand new week of trading, let’s examine some important levels to keep an eye on in the days ahead. That will have the greatest influence on how individual stocks are going to move, so it’s where the trading week begins.
Be sure to view in HD (720P) and full-screen mode for best quality in the video.
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Jeff White
Producer of The Bandit Broadcast
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Video Review of the Indexes 10-23-2011
October 23, 2011 at 10:17 am
The indexes were able to put in some much-needed rest last week, holding their ground after their recent ramp. The S&P 500 marked a new recovery high (as did the DJIA), while the NAZ and RUT churned in their respective short-term bases.
Technically, the picture has improved considerably, although it remains a headline-sensitive market right now with earnings season in full swing and all eyes on Europe.
As we head into a brand new week of trading, let’s examine some important levels to keep an eye on in the days ahead. That will have the greatest influence on how individual stocks are going to move, so it’s where the trading week begins.
Be sure to view in HD (720P) and full-screen mode for best quality in the video.
Trade Like a Bandit!
Jeff White
Producer of The Bandit Broadcast
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Video Review of the Indexes 10-9-2011
October 9, 2011 at 1:45 pm
The indexes broke major support zones last week to mark new 52-week lows, but by week’s end, it proved to be a bear trap.
Video Review of the Indexes 10-2-2011
October 2, 2011 at 1:03 pm
September marked the 5th straight monthly decline for the S&P 500, and yet the indexes remain range-bound for now. A break could be imminent, and with short-term lower highs in place, that’s not an encouraging sign for the bulls.
As we head into a brand new week of trading, let’s examine some important levels to keep an eye on in the days ahead. That will have the greatest influence on how individual stocks are going to move, so it’s where the trading week begins.
Be sure to view in HD and full-screen mode for best quality in the video.
Trade Like a Bandit!
Jeff White
Producer of The Bandit Broadcast
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Lasting S&P Rally Without Banks? Not Gaah Duht
September 16, 2011 at 9:45 am
The notion of the S&P 500 running higher without the participation of banks reminds me of Dana Carvey’s George Bush impression on SNL… “Not gaah duht.”
The financials make up roughly 14% of the weighting of the S&P 500, but they carry possibly more from a psychological standpoint. Traders are conditioned to check the fin’s when the Spoos are on the go, and lately, the participation has been downright pathetic.
Considering that the S&P has rallied within its recent trading range, we’ve seen virtually no lift from key financial names (which I’ll review shortly). With that being the case, an upside exit from the range which actually sticks (no failure) in my opinion is rather unlikely without the participation of at least most of the names below.
Let’s take a closer look at each with some notes on the individual charts, starting with a look at the S&P:






Here’s the deal…Financials need to pull their weight if this range is going to see a lasting resolution to the upside. It might happen without them, but it’s highly unlikely. Don’t take your eyes off the banks if you’re a bull.
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Jeff White
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