Stock Market Analysis & Comment

Abundant liquidity in the market is supporting gold and stocks and may even lead to a new bear market rally in China, while the Fed's rate cut may have minimal impact on U.S. equities. A New "Bear...

The chart below by J.C. Parets is one I prefer to track. The relative relationship between Consumer Discretionary (XLY) and Staples (XLP) entered a new dimension in 2017 when prior resistance around...

U.S. stocks dipped on Monday, with the 10-year Treasury yield surging past 4% for the first time since August, setting a cautious tone ahead of critical inflation data and the kickoff of earnings...

As we approach the final stretch of 2024, much of the nation’s focus is on the upcoming U.S. presidential election. But while the political landscape remains uncertain, the markets are painting a...

By the very nature of having a large market cap, big companies have greater access to cash inflows and borrowing capital. In contrast, small market cap stocks, valued up to $2 billion, are more...

The S&P 500 has experienced a strong upward trend with positive weekly performances. Meta Platforms demonstrate significant growth potential amid a favorable analyst consensus. Concerns arise...

As rebounds go, the current revival in the fortunes of stocks in emerging markets surely ranks as one of the more impressive feats in recent history. The caveat: The turnaround is primarily due to...

Lost decades in the markets are not at all uncommon. Current valuation extremes suggest we may be on the cusp of another one. Certainly, it appears equity investors today want to have their cake...

The S&P 500 saw a decisive breakout in September, and so far, it’s managed to hold onto those gains with relative ease. While the index is lagging behind the Nasdaq, price action remains the key...

Some of our best friends are permabears. They are smart economists and strategists who tend to be bearish. We look to them for a thorough analysis of what could go wrong for the economy and the stock...

Inflation data, Fed FOMC meeting minutes, start of Q3 earnings season will be in focus this week. AMD is a buy as it holds its annual 'Advancing AI 2024' event. Delta Air Lines is a sell with...

As the November 2024 election draws near, the election outcome will profoundly affect the financial markets. Whether Donald Trump or Kamala Harris wins the presidency, each administration will bring...

Tesla shares corrected on disappointing Q3 deliveries. Eyes are now on next week's robotaxi event, expected to be a game-changer for the EV maker. After the event, the focus will be on the Q3...

October has opened with stocks signaling a correction amid rising geopolitical tensions. Watch key support levels in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 as futures remain mixed ahead of a crucial jobs...