The Weekly Trend

In this week’s podcast, David and Ian discuss current market trends, earnings reactions for some members of the Magnificent 7, and the ripple effects of a strong US dollar.

In this week's episode, Dave and Ian discuss highlights from the most recent Client First Lunch & Learn. They also discuss stocks reaching all time highs, semiconductors and other technology areas and whether they went too far too quickly. 

In this week's episode, David and Ian discuss the brand new all-time highs for S&P 500 and what that likely means for stocks going forward, both domestic and foreign. Mega Caps are still leading the way, with Small Caps struggling. Is a repeat of 2023 on the horizon?

In this week’s podcast, David and Ian discuss the quiet week in equities and the loud week in the ETF world. Three of the four major indices continue to sniff around previous highs. What does the Bitcoin ETF mean for retail investors and the industry as a whole? Main themes from 2023 have carried on to 2024, despite the fourth quarter trends. 

In this week’s podcast, David and Ian discuss events from 2023, a potential shift from Value to Growth, and important levels on the major indices to be in mind for early 2024.

In this week's episode, David and Ian discuss the continued strength in equities and bonds, as well as cryptocurrencies. The VIX continues to dwindle lower, along with High Yield Spreads and the US Dollar, all solid tailwinds for the market as a whole.

In this week's episode, David rides solo and highlights the continued market expansion we saw this past week. In addition, he touches base on new all-time-highs for several important areas. Finally, the evidence he highlights for continued market expansion is intriguing!

In this week's episode, David and Ian discuss the strong move in stocks that we saw in November, and another potential rebound in Small Caps. Gold is moving to all-time highs at $2100/ounce. Also, what are the implications of a VIX below 13?

In this week's episode, Ian discusses the flat week in stocks, with big moves in other places such as the US Dollar and Crude oil prices. Stocks remain healthy, with rates potentially rolling over for the intermediate term. Semis outperform, but are joined by a surprise move in Banks. The Russell 2000 continues to find buyers when needed, but there is still a bit of work to do.

In this week's episode, David and Ian discuss the recovery of old leaders (Tech, Nasdaq) and the lagging once again of Small Caps. Rates and Dollar remain flat. Semis and FAANG names remain near the top. Will the breadth thrusts lead to a substantial move? The table has been set, but we need some more guests at the party.

In this weeks episode, Ian and Kevin discuss the strong rally in both stocks and bonds, a potential breakdown in the Dollar, and the biggest movers of the week, including Homebuilders, Crypto stocks, and foreign stocks. 

In this week’s episode, David and Kevin discuss major indices moving below important levels, international equities, potential areas of risk-off behavior, market correlations and the US dollar, Bitcoin, and recent movements in commodities. 

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss some topics covered at the quarterly Lunch and Learn, the psychological aspects of recency bias, and various relationships within the bond arena. Stocks took another tumble this week, with the S&P 500 near important support. Interest yields continue to climb, with the 10/2 Yield Curve also making new highs. 

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss the continued uncertainty in equity markets. While we should see a ‘seasonal swoon’ around the corner, there is still little evidence that it will come this year. Gold may be perking up yet again, along with a few other metals and commodities. 

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss the imminent bounce needed (and received) in stocks this week, the continued rise in interest rates, and the “defenseless” defensive sectors.

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss momentum divergences, what the 18-month consolidation means for the Russell 2000, and Gold potentially entering another intermediate term downtrend. 

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss the weak Seasonality in September and the directional amplification of October. In addition, the highlight the year-to-date returns of most stocks in comparison to the S&P 500. Extensive coverage is given to the most recent breakdown in Treasuries and potential impacts of weak credit going forward.

In this week’s episode, David and Ian discuss important levels (areas of interest) on the trade-weighted dollar, trade-weighted yen, long-term treasuries, volatility (VIX), home construction (ITB), Semiconductors, Energy, Apple, and more. While risk-on measurements such as CCC credit spreads and junk bond/intermediate bond ratios remain positive, seasonality indicates further weakness heading in t...

In this week’s episode, Ian and Kevin discuss the S&P and Nasdaq remaining within its recent range, while the Russell 2000 is failing to keep up. They also discuss how large cap tech is still pulling a large amount of the weight, with energy starting to participate more. Also, Oil above $85, the continuing rise of the U.S. Dollar and what that means for international areas. 

In this week's episode, Dave and Ian discuss work by Louis Spector on Dollar strength and weakness. They also discuss ongoing market weakness including, Q4 2021 necklines, international areas, and sector performance in August. 

In this week's episode, Dave and Ian discuss overhead supply, seasonal performance, international equities, the VIX, and other important price levels within the market. 

In this week’s episode, Dave discusses the importance of 16000 on the NYSE composite as well as the normal nature of corrective markets this time of year. He also touches base on important developments in international equities, rates, and the US Dollar.

In this week's episode, Dave and Ian discuss the continued uptrend in stocks and the important 4600 price area for the S&P 500. They also discuss the bearish engulfing candle witnessed Thursday and how the Dow continues to move higher. 

In this weeks episode, David and Ian discuss the continued rally in stocks, what we could see moving forward over the next few weeks, and the relatively strong areas of the market.