March 09, 2010

LFUS As A Movie-Star Trade -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Strong stocks tend to stay strong; using a proven timing system can help minimize the risk of latching onto a stock that has already skyrocketed over the past year. LFUS is such an example....(more)

Crossroads For The Qs -- Alan R. Northam

Sometimes in our analysis of the stock market, or an individual stock, we come to a crossroads, a split in the direction of the trend where it is possible for price to take one of two differing paths....(more)

March 08, 2010

Stillwater Mining Follows Through With Major Momentum -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Stillwater Mining has already made a strong move higher, but since strong stocks frequently move even higher, this high-flyer might be worth a second look....(more)

March 05, 2010

CHKP Surges From Long Consolidation Period -- Chaitali Mohile

Check Point Software Technologies has been consolidating in a wide range for the past few years, and the stock is likely to witness a bright future....(more)

MWIV Fresh Break To Post-Crash Highs -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

If the broad market is destined to move even higher now, MWI Veterinary Supply is one of the stocks most likely to lead the way up....(more)

March 04, 2010

Prepare For A Slow Bull -- Koos van der Merwe

The bull is definitely there. The matador, however, is frustrated by the lack of action as the bull just yawns and relaxes. What can he do to get it moving?...(more)

As Broad Market Peaks, A Possible Short For MOT -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

When big-name stocks severely lag the broad market indexes, look for possible short setups as the S&P 500 maxes out on the current upswing....(more)

March 03, 2010

PRGO At 52-Week High -- Chaitali Mohile

Perrigo is likely to sustain its bullishness, even at the new high....(more)

S&P 500, Bull Or Bear? -- Alan R. Northam

Many methods are used to determine if the stock market is in a major upward trend or a major downward trend. One method compares price to its 200-day moving average. The method used here analyzes each...(more)

A Simple Trend Filter For Trend-Followers -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Some moving averages do a better job than others when it comes to determining various degrees of trend. Here's a look at how to combine two simple technical tactics in order to stay on the right side ...(more)

March 02, 2010

Should You Buy PALM? -- Koos van der Merwe

Palm needs to make changes to its business plans - or find a buyer....(more)

Airline Stocks Remain High-Flyers -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Of all the Fidelity Select Sector mutual funds, the air transportation fund is the one most substantially outperforming the S&P 500 over the past quarter....(more)

February 25, 2010

WLP Likely To Retrace -- Chaitali Mohile

Wellpoint Health Network is undergoing a bearish consolidation. The breakdown is likely to open various trading opportunities....(more)

February 23, 2010

Micron Technologies Mega-Momentum Continues -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

As one of the strongest relative strength stocks versus the S&P 500, Micron Technologies remains on a tear....(more)

Semiconductor Index Breaks Down -- Chaitali Mohile

The Semiconductor Index was undergoing a steady bullish rally until an unanticipated breakdown appeared. Will the index resume its bullish path or will it drop further?...(more)

February 22, 2010

FTEK Ready For Another Drop? -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Down by 50% since October 2009, shares of FTEK have recently managed a feeble bounce higher. Is this stock bottoming out, or is this another chance at a low-risk short sale?...(more)

IAI Leads Stock Market Lower -- Alan R. Northam

The Broker/Dealer Index has a longstanding reputation as a stock market leader. In good times, the index leads the stock market higher, while in bad times it leads the stock market lower. These appear...(more)

February 19, 2010

IWM On Bullish Track? -- Chaitali Mohile

The Russell 2000 i-Shares has gained a few points in the current rally. Will the upward movement continue and open one more buy setup?...(more)

Is R2K Cycle Low in Place - Or Not? -- Donald W. Pendergast, Jr.

Cyclical analysis of the broad stock indexes can be a useful and rewarding endeavor for the astute technician. Here's a look at the current weekly price cycle pattern in the Russell 2000....(more)

Will A 1-2-3 Trend Reversal Mark The Top For The S&P 500? -- Ron Walker

Identifying price shifts in the market at the earliest possible moment can lead to big profits and allow you to trade in the direction of the trend. By using the 1-2-3 trend reversal methodology, we c...(more)

Price And Time Targets -- Alan R. Northam

By using the Fibonacci retracements and the Andrews pitchfork, a price and time relationship can be determined to forecast when a price target should be reached....(more)

February 18, 2010

Suncor Energy Heats Up -- Koos van der Merwe

Albert Einstein said that energy cannot be created or destroyed. The energy we use in our everyday life must therefore be released from wherever it is confined, whether it is in oil, or atoms. Right?...(more)

SMH In Downtrend -- Alan R. Northam

SMH has now reversed from an uptrend to a downtrend. By using the Andrews pitchfork, the price level at which a new lower high price will form can be determined as well as the slope of the new downwar...(more)

Correction Phase Of Utility Average Ends -- Chaitali Mohile

The Dow Jones Utility Average severely lost bullish strength in the past correction. The charts suggest that a gaining season for the index is under way....(more)

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