When’s the best time to buy stocks? Likely, it’s when no one wants them. That’s where we are now. Our data points to extreme oversold readings. Let’s just get September over with. Four weeks ago, I wrote how you should prepare for September volatility. I expected red, but certainly not to this degree. Month-to-date the… Read more »
You’ve probably heard that higher interest rates hurt the stock market. It’s true. When the cost of capital increases, many businesses feel the heat. But what about the average Joe? They feel the pressure too, especially when it comes to new home ownership. Today we’ll cover a topic discussed at many dinner tables right now:… Read more »
Sometimes investing is easy. Other times it isn’t. Stocks have been in a downtrend for the better part of a year. Fears of recession and high inflation have destroyed confidence. But don’t give up! Today I’ll show you where to invest in a turbulent market. Staying balanced, defensive, and proactive is the key to success…… Read more »
The roller coaster ride for stocks continues. Companies bob and weave as volatility remains elevated. Under the surface of the market though, signs suggest weakness is a buying opportunity. It seems everyone is bearish. Headlines are awful with high inflation, energy worries, and rising rates. The mood is sour, which is typical of September downdrafts…. Read more »
Tis the season to be cautious. September is notoriously a negative month for stocks. History and data suggest one message: Investors should prepare for September volatility. After closing out a weak August, where the S&P 500 fell 4.2%, investors now face a seasonally weak time of year. Last week, I put together a midterm election… Read more »
As investors gear up for September, most expect a bumpy ride. History proves it’s a red month on average. That’s the bad news. The good news is Q4 tends to be a great time for stocks. And when it’s a midterm election year, returns are even better. Here’s your midterm election stock market playbook. If… Read more »
We’re witnessing an epic rally. The crowd is stunned. If you’re wondering when stocks will pullback, our data has clues. Today I’ll cover your sell signal to take profits. This morning our data did something we haven’t seen since December 2020. Our Big Money Index broke into overbought territory. The wave of stock buying has… Read more »
Markets tend to move from one extreme to another. After a brutal start to 2022, bulls are finally in the driver’s seat. Money is flowing into stocks. The last few weeks have seen stocks reprice in dramatic fashion. Since our oversold signal flashed on July 14th, the S&P 500 has gained 11.08%. In those 4… Read more »
To have a true rally in stocks, you need one ingredient: institutional buyers. Our data is seeing the biggest buying all year. This leads me to believe, a new bull market has started. Our data is clear as day. Risk is being added by portfolio managers. The recent shift in our data points to a… Read more »
Day after day stocks toss and turn. It’s signature bear market action. However, the undercurrent in our data is getting healthier. Market internals are improving. Believe it or not, there are positives shaping up for stocks. While major indices are deeply red in 2022, signs are pointing to more constructive action. Under the surface, selling… Read more »