Why the Russell 2000 (IWM) Needs to Clear $222.14

Mish Schneider | May 25, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

For the 3rd time, the small-cap index Russell 2000 (IWM) has failed to clear its 50-Day moving average.

It is the last of the 4 major indices to lag as Monday the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) cleared …


Can Big-Tech Lead the Market Higher?

Mish Schneider | May 24, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

Monday, the Semiconductors ETF (SMH) cleared back over resistance from its 50-Day moving average at $242.07.

Additionally, the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) cleared its 50-DMA.

The next test is for both symbols to hold their MAs …


Will Monday Settle the Stock Market Divide?

Mish Schneider | May 23, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

The four major indices are split between two phases.

The first is a bullish phase. This is created when the price of a symbol is trading over its 50-Day moving average with the 50-DMA over the …


Can the Major Indices Stand Their Ground?

Mish Schneider | May 19, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

Wednesday, the four major indices gapped lower based on the failure of the Russell 2000 (IWM) and the Nasdaq 100s’ (QQQ) ability to clear resistance from their 50-Day moving averages.

However, IWM did not reach its …


All Eyes on the 50-Day Moving Average

Mish Schneider | May 18, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

The Russell 2000 (IWM) and Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) have yet to clear over their 50-Day moving average which has created a pivotal and psychological resistance level that bulls are looking to clear.

Additionally, other key sectors …


Why Tuesday is Pivotal for the Market

Mish Schneider | May 17, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

Last Friday the market closed on a high note with a rally off the lows of 05/12.

This was a bullish sign, yet the rally also pushed prices into a resistance area.

The mixed sentiment from …


Is the Current Market Rally Sustainable?

Mish Schneider | May 16, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

This past week dip buyers saved the market from breaking lower.

Retail (XRT) and Regional Banking (KRE) sectors have cleared back over resistance from their 50-Day moving averages followed by the Biotech (IBB) clearing back over …


Caution All Around with Transportation Market’s Last Hope

Mish Schneider | May 12, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

Wednesday, the market continued the prior days' sell-off.

This has placed the overall market trend in a pivotal area as more sectors begin to look weak.

This can be seen in Mish’s Economic Economic Modern Family …


Why Big Tech is Tuesdays Main Focus

Mish Schneider | May 11, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

Tuesday, the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ), Russell 2000 (IWM), and S&P 500 (SPY) gapped lower followed by a rally.

One of the most important indices to gap lower was the teach heavy index QQQ.

This is important …


What a Weakening Dollar Could Mean for the Market

Mish Schneider | May 10, 2021

Written by Forrest Crist-Ruiz

The Russell 2000 (IWM) and the Nasdaq 100 (QQQ) both broke their 50-Day moving averages.

Meanwhile, Transportation IYT printed another new all-time high. This shows the market's current indecision and choppy nature.

The market's uncertainty may …