Economically Sensitive And Currently Lagging Small-Caps Likely To Drag Tech/Large-Caps Lower In Months/Quarters Ahead

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The Nasdaq 100 is itching to break out, even as the Russell 2000 is on the verge of a breakdown. Small-caps have a larger exposure to the domestic economy and hence could be sending a message. Optimistic sell-side estimates for … Continued

Equity Bulls Later Last Week Used Bad Data To Load Up On Stocks, More Gains Likely Ahead

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Last Thursday, bulls used initial weakness in major equity indices owed to 4Q22 productivity report as an opportunity to buy. Friday, they bought more. More gains are likely ahead. Fed funds futures are very volatile. Traders are actively reacting real … Continued

VIX At 200-DMA, While S&P 500 Enjoys Strong 2-Week Rallies To End On Golden Ratio

After strong rallies the past couple of weeks, major US equity indices have reached crucial levels, particularly the S&P 500, even as the Russell 2000 fails at a breakdown backtest and VIX sits at the 200-day. The S&P 500 (4543) … Continued