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It's a good reminder that Wall Street - [Powerful Buy Ignites KIE Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/powerful-buy-ignites-kie-breakout/) - Markets often reveal their strongest opportunities after long periods of patience rather than excitement, and that has been especially true in areas of the market quietly attracting steady institutional interest. While many traders have remained focused on the highest-profile technology names, leadership has continued to broaden into sectors showing durable relative strength beneath the surface. - [Chart of the Day: Sandisk (SNDK)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-sandisk-sndk-4/) - Up nearly 470% this year, and more than 3,100% over the last year, Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) is down big following its latest earnings report. Even though the memory chip maker reported better-than-expected financial results for its latest quarter, investors were disappointed by the company's outlook for the months ahead. The company reported adjusted earnings of $39.25 - [Dow Lift Off Is An Opportunity, If...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dow-liftoff-is-an-opportunity-if/) - The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DIA) continued to lead the market today, breaking to fresh all-time highs before spending the afternoon consolidating those gains. Rather than reversing, the ETF is holding above its recent breakout area, a sign that buyers continue to support higher prices. I send setups exploiting Dow moves in real-time to a - [Chart of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-18/) - Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) surprised many investors after its latest earnings report. Even though the company reported better-than-expected results, its stock dropped. However, many analysts still say its future is still bright. The company continues to benefit from the growing demand for artificial intelligence technology, and several major investment firms believe the recent stock decline - [Exploiting These Dips](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-these-dips/) - Hopefully you watch my weekend videos which provide the most detailed analysis. Last weekend I made the case that a local low was in last week and new highs were on the table. I thought this week would be strong but probably not sustainable into September. Over all, even with a new high, I am - [Bull Traders Are Late To The Game](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bull-traders-are-late-to-the-game/) - The market exploded to start the week, and there seems to be a lot more upside in several companies. When the market makes a move like it did this week, many people will say it’s over. And they may be right. The bullish behavior of the broad market was fast. The buying has been aggressive. - [Here's Where Money Is Shifting Out Of AI](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/heres-where-money-is-shifting-out-of-ai/) - The Russell 2000 (IWM) continued its advance today as investors broadened their buying beyond the mega-cap technology names, a healthy sign that market participation is expanding. The ETF broke above recent consolidation and pushed toward its prior highs after finding support at the rising 21-day EMA. Technically, momentum continues to improve with a fresh bullish - [CFG's Trend Just Got More Interesting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/cfgs-trend-just-got-more-interesting/) - With the major indexes beginning to break higher once again, many traders have started looking beyond the market's biggest names and into areas where best trend quality has formed. Financial stocks have quietly attracted steady institutional interest, and several regional banks are now displaying the kind of orderly price action that often catches the attention - [Why Sandisk Stock Rocketed More Than 2,000% in a Year](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-sandisk-stock-rocketed-more-than-2000-in-a-year/) - by Ian Cooper The last time I spoke about Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK), I said, “As AI data centers rapidly expand across the globe, demand for high-performance storage solutions is surging, putting companies like Sandisk in a strong position for long-term growth. With analysts at major firms issuing bullish price targets, tightening NAND supply, and artificial intelligence infrastructure spending - [Chart of the Day: Palantir Technologies (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palantir-technologies-pltr-6/) - Palantir Technologies (NASDAQ: PLTR) had another very strong quarter, showing that demand for artificial intelligence software continues to grow at a rapid pace. The company reported much better financial results than analysts expected and raised its outlook for the rest of 2026, sending its stock sharply higher after the earnings announcement. The software company generated $1.94 - [Did You Get That Quick Grab?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/did-you-get-that-quick-grab/) - GOOG played out nicely with the calls we looked at yesterday jumping about 80% by the end of the day. There is still room for that trade to run but in this climate locking in a juicy win is never a bad idea. So what is next? When we scan for some over sold tickers - [Approval Starts This Ticker On A Climb](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/approved-starts-this-ticker-on-a-climb/) - Boeing surged more than 8% after the FAA certified the long-delayed 737 MAX 7, a major milestone in the company's turnaround. The approval clears the aircraft for commercial service after years of additional safety reviews and also reinforces investor confidence that certification of the larger MAX 10 could follow. The rally was further supported by - [The Strongest Chart In Tech?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-strongest-chart-in-tech/) - One of the more interesting themes developing in the market has been the resilience of cybersecurity stocks. While much of the high-flying technology trade came under pressure throughout July as investors rotated away from many momentum names, this pocket of the market continued attracting buyers and consistently outperformed. Among that leadership group, CrowdStrike Holdings (CRWD) - [Chart of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-17/) - Advanced Micro Devices (NASADAQ: AMD) will post earnings after the close on Tuesday, with investors watching numbers closely. Not only will its numbers be important to watch, its results could also have a big impact not only on AMD's stock but also the entire chip industry. Over the past year, AI has helped drive huge demand - [Grabbing An Oversold Giant](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grabbing-an-oversold-giant/) - Scanning through the most oversold tickers this week revealed a pretty big name. It had taken a hit after explaining it jacked up its AI spending in a recent earnings call and flushed out some nervous traders holding that stock. But it has confirmed a recovery and is looking to reset to get back to - [How To Beat This Ugly Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-beat-this-ugly-market/) - The swings we are seeing now are the exact environment that separates hard working traders from their capital. In this weeks update I covered a few of the hard rules to follow to make sure you are ideally positioned when the perfect set-ups present themselves. I also covered where the market is heading next (albeit - [Chart of the Day: Sandisk (SNDK)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-sandisk-sndk-3/) - The last time I spoke about Sandisk (NASDAQ: SNDK), I said, “Up more than 2,000% over the last year, shares of Sandisk (SNDK) could rally even more,” adding that, “Artificial intelligence will continue to create massive demand for data centers, which will lead to further demand for NAND. After all, NAND is a vital part - [Did You Grab This Winner?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/did-you-grab-this-winner/) - As money continues to wiggle around from sector to sector the energy trade we spotted has really been on the winning side of those moves. Here is the article where we spotted a very sweet set up and shared the chart. At the time The target was a move to 250 based confirmations in multiple - [Navigating This Wild Chop](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/navigating-this-wild-chop/) - The market as measured by S&P 500 is exactly where I left you with the Tuesday evening update. The path though has been incredible. My outlook of choppy two way trading has been correct, just wildly volatile. I continue to suggest that this isn't the time to get too aggressive either way. Don't trade on - [Trading The MSFT Gap Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-msft-gap-up/) - Microsoft's strong quarterly earnings provided the catalyst for a decisive breakout as investors cheered accelerating Azure cloud growth and increasing returns from the company's artificial intelligence investments. The report helped ease concerns over AI spending while reinforcing Microsoft's position as one of the industry's dominant leaders. The positive results sparked heavy institutional buying and fueled - [Follow The Money Into Visa](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/follow-the-money-into-visa/) - New winners continue to be made in this market as leadership broadens beyond the technology names that carried much of the advance earlier this year, with Financial stocks steadily attracting more institutional interest. One name that has quietly emerged as a standout is Visa Inc. (V), which has transitioned from a bottoming pattern in late - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-23/) - After a ridiculous Fed-induced drop, markets and stocks are fighting their way back. Look at Nvidia, for example. The tech giant is now wildly oversold at triple bottom support. It also just caught support at its 200-day moving average, which has served as a floor since early April. In addition, as we can see in - [How To Tell If This Drop Is The One](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-tell-if-this-drop-is-the-one/) - We have seen the markets take dramatic dips more frequently since the start of the year than we have in a long time. Each big dip has been followed either within days or within weeks by a recovery. So how do we know if this recent dip is the one that pulls the rug out - [Big Name Ticker Rises Against The Tide](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-name-ticker-rises-against-the-tide/) - Ford shares moved higher after the automaker reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings and raised its full-year guidance, giving investors renewed confidence that profitability continues to improve despite a challenging environment for the auto industry. Positive commentary surrounding tariff-related benefits and stronger operating performance added to the bullish sentiment, helping drive increased buying interest following the earnings - [Chart of the Day:  Coca-Cola (KO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-coca-cola-ko-4/) - Investors looking for the best dividend stocks and quality stocks to buy now may want to pay close attention to Morgan Stanley's latest recommendations. As market volatility continues and economic uncertainty lingers, the Wall Street firm says companies with strong cash flow, healthy balance sheets, consistent earnings, and reliable dividends are well-positioned to outperform over - [Preparing For A Fed Day](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/preparing-for-a-fed-day/) - I don't think FOMC Wednesday means that much. And the market will get through MSFT and META earnings whether they are a bit better or a bit worse than expected. Been saying for weeks "take the summer off, it's going to chop". I posted my very short term buy from Friday in the SPY and - [Pick To Watch This Week](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pick-to-watch-this-week/) - If you aren't careful this week you will get sucked in to trying to time the AI earnings frenzy or maybe even chasing the war driven oil rally. But if you are smart and want something with a little more predictability, there are other tickers that are setting up nicely without the big headline coverage. - [Triple Digit Winner and Another Gem](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/triple-digit-winner-and-another-gem/) - When will semi-conductors stop going down? When a bearish sector is the focus of seemingly every trader and market commentator, it can lead one to believe that everything is bearish. But that’s simply not the case. Consider the idea I shared last week in ROST, where the August 14th $240/$255 call spread was trading for - [Target Finds Its Sweet Spot](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/target-finds-its-sweet-spot/) - The strongest performers lately haven't been the flashiest stocks—they've been the 'old economy' stocks, ones quietly building persistent uptrends powered by consistent institutional demand. Rather than chasing short-lived momentum, capital has increasingly gravitated toward names producing orderly breakouts and resilient price action. One stock fitting that description today is Target Corp. (TGT), which is flashing - [Grabbing The Trade Big Money is Lifting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grabbing-the-trade-big-money-is-lifting/) - Boeing shares rallied after the company reported stronger-than-expected free cash flow and encouraging operational progress, reinforcing investor confidence that its turnaround efforts are beginning to gain traction. While production challenges remain, the market focused on improving financial performance and signs that management is making meaningful progress, leading to renewed institutional buying following the earnings release. - [Chart of the Day: Energizer Holdings (ENR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-energizer-holdings-enr/) - Investors often pay close attention to insider buying. When company executives or major shareholders spend their own money to buy stock, it can be a sign that they believe the company has a bright future. While insider buying does not guarantee that a stock will rise, it often gives investors another reason to take a - [Small Cap Consolidation Ready To Pop](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-cap-consolidation-ready-to-pop/) - The Russell 2000 ETF (IWM) is entering an important week as traders await the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. Small-cap stocks are often more sensitive to changes in interest rate expectations, making IWM a key index to watch for clues about overall market sentiment. Rather than trending strongly in either direction, the ETF has spent - [AMGN Ready For A Big Move?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/amgn-ready-for-a-big-move/) - The market continues to show signs of rotating away from many of the former AI leaders, with recent rallies in those names being met by consistent selling pressure while capital searches for leadership elsewhere. One area absorbing that flow has been the pharmaceutical sector, where several charts are beginning to strengthen after lengthy consolidation periods. - [Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-aapl-16/) - Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) reports earnings this week, and Wall Street will be watching closely. As one of the biggest companies in the world, Apple's results often move not just its own stock, but the entire market. Analysts expect Apple to post another solid quarter. Wall Street is looking for about $108 billion in revenue and earnings of around - [3 Dividend Stocks You Can Buy and Hold for Years](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/3-dividend-stocks-you-can-buy-and-hold-for-years/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to build wealth in the stock market is to own companies that keep paying you more every year. Businesses that consistently raise their dividends often have strong brands, reliable profits, and the financial strength to perform through both good and bad economic cycles. The best dividend stocks - [Sorting Signals And Pulling The Trigger](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/sorting-signals-and-pulling-the-trigger/) - Markets are getting excited about a pause in the war and there is one chart that has been showing signs that things would ease up. The trick is that you can't simply trade it like you might think. Some tickers just don't have the options liquidity to really offer the tradability we want. So you - [The $100 War Theory](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-100-oil-theory/) - It is tough to trade today and keep a safe distance from politics. If you even graze the subject as you try to navigate trades and markets, the immediate flashpoint can scar you for life. That said, I am going to jump in. Well... kinda. In watching the conflict progress, it has been hard to - [My Buy Bias Remains Intact](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/my-buy-bias-remains-intact/) - Just a real brief update because Thursday was volatile to the downside. We had GOOG and TSLA earnings that the market didnt love. We also had Crude oil back around $100. That created some selling. I was thinking Thursday was a buy day going in, but I just watched and didn't take any positions. But I am going into Friday with - [The Trade Behind Alphabet's AI Selloff](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-trade-behind-alphabets-ai-selloff/) - Alphabet shares fell sharply following earnings as investors focused less on another strong quarter and more on management's plans for increased AI spending. While revenue and earnings topped expectations, the market questioned whether the pace of capital expenditures will pressure future profitability, prompting heavy institutional selling. Technically, the chart reflects that shift in sentiment. GOOGL - [Don't Ignore VIRT Right Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-ignore-virt-right-now/) - The market has become increasingly defensive & selective, with some leadership shifting toward companies that stand to benefit from higher trading activity rather than simply broad market direction. One name quietly fitting that description is Virtu Financial (VIRT), one of the few publicly traded market makers responsible for facilitating millions of stock trades every day. - [Chart of the Day: Alphabet (GOOG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-alphabet-goog/) - Keep an eye on Alphabet (NASDAQ: GOOG) on its latest pullback. The company had another strong quarter, beating Wall Street's revenue expectations thanks to booming demand for artificial intelligence and cloud computing. But while the company's business continues to grow, investors were more focused on one thing: how much it plans to spend to stay - [Last Weeks Sector Rotation Winner Is Winning](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/last-weeks-sector-rotation-winner-is-winning/) - The weekend update I re emphasized my conviction for GDX the gold miner ETF. This week has seen a sharp rally and the market is now marginally above my entry point. I do expect a several week rally in this market. In the stock markets I think we are still in the midst of a - [Chart of the Day: Affirm Holdings (AFRM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-affirm-holdings-afrm-6/) - Affirm Holdings (NASDAQ: AFRM) is getting another vote of confidence from Wall Street as one analyst says several powerful trends could push the stock much higher. Bernstein analysts, for example, just initiated coverage of the buy now, pay later (BNPL) company with an Outperform rating and a $100 price target. Analyst Harshita Rawat believes Affirm - [Big Stock Buyback Opens Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-stock-buyback-opens-opportunity/) - AT&T (T) climbed 3.5% Wednesday after reporting stronger-than-expected quarterly results, highlighted by solid wireless subscriber growth, continued expansion of its fiber broadband business, and robust free cash flow. Management also announced a new $10 billion share repurchase program, reinforcing confidence in the company's long-term cash generation and commitment to returning capital to shareholders. The positive - [Earnings Are Out--Why You Need To Buckle Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/earnings-are-out-why-you-need-to-buckle-up/) - GOOG released earnings and the numbers were stelar. One would think that would be all it takes to kick off the next leg of the rally but the market is a fickle beast. The immediate response was pretty loud meh. The stock was flat at the announcement with the focus more on ability to hit - [Forget The Chaos, This Is Predictable](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/forget-the-chaos-this-is-predictable/) - The market seemed ready to collapse, but once again, the market appears to be recovering as semiconductor stock buying returned on Tuesday. In uncertain times like these, I continue to look at what can be predictable, and having a filtered list of opportunities is always a great first step! With the Stock Forecast Toolbox, the - [Chip Stock Launches--How To Grab It](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chip-stock-launches-how-to-grab-it/) - Micron Technology surged more than 12% Tuesday after renewed optimism surrounding artificial intelligence infrastructure spending fueled a broad rally across semiconductor stocks. Investors continue to expect hyperscale companies to spend aggressively on AI data centers, a trend that directly benefits memory manufacturers like Micron, whose high-bandwidth memory products are essential for next-generation AI processors. The - [The Charts Favor MTB Right Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-charts-favor-mtb-right-now/) - Today's market continues to reward relative strength, with capital rotating into groups showing persistent buying pressure rather than broad participation across every sector. Regional banks have emerged as one of the strongest areas of the tape, consistently outperforming as they break through important technical levels. One stock leading that charge is M&T Bank Corp. (MTB), - [Using The Current QQQ Pattern For Gains](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/using-the-current-qqq-pattern-for-gains/) - The biggest tech ETF has been on a bungy cord for the last month and a half and we are starting to get signs of what the current wave of earnings will look like. Since the beginning of June we have been in a consolidation pattern, with one key characteristic. We have seen consistent lower - [Want Reliable Income? Analysts Point to These 3 Energy Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/want-reliable-income-analysts-point-to-these-3-energy-stocks/) - by Ian Cooper If you’re looking for ways to protect your portfolio from volatility, consider dividend stocks. These are companies that return part of their profits to shareholders through regular payments. Companies with strong cash flow are often better able to maintain and increase their dividends over time. In fact, investors may want to consider - [The Volatility Thought Process](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-volatility-thought-process/) - by Dave Caplan Implied volatility is configured differently in different commodities. We know that the at-the-money implied volatility is the universally recognized volatility for a particular series of options. The magic in discovering that different strike prices of options in the same series may trade at different implied volatilities is the necessary basis for uncovering - [Chart of the Day: Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-taiwan-semiconductor-tsm-2/) - Taiwan Semiconductor (NYSE: TSM) sits at the center of the AI revolution, producing the advanced semiconductors that power everything from data centers to next-generation AI applications. After another impressive earnings report, investors are once again asking whether TSM stock still has room to run. Despite a recent pullback tied to higher capital spending plans, the company's - [Sharpest Trading Tools For Carving Out Wins](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/sharpest-trading-tools-for-carving-out-wins/) - Markets are trying to fuel the rally but morning optimism and bullish pre open futures markets have been turning mid-day and giving back any gains. This is characteristic of an earnings week market. While you may see some big moves jump out of earnings reports it is an important time to check multiple time frames - [Why ALL Suddenly Stands Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-all-suddenly-stands-out/) - Some of the best-looking charts today aren't coming from the usual momentum names—they're developing in sectors that have steadily gained support over the past several months. The Financial sector has quietly become one of the strongest groups on the board as buying interest broadens across the sector. Insurance stocks, in particular, have started separating themselves - [Chart of the Day: ConocoPhillips (COP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-conocophillips-cop/) - If you’re looking for ways to protect your portfolio from volatility, consider dividend stocks, such as ConocoPhillips (NYSE: COP) - especially with surging oil prices. The company pays a quarterly dividend of 84 cents per share, or $3.36 per year. This gives the stock a dividend yield of about 3%. Before ConocoPhillips reports its second-quarter - [One Chip Stock To Grab, IF this happens](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/one-chip-stock-to-grab-if-this-happens/) - We are still watching the biotech sector and I have a favorite that I have talked about before but the big set up I am watching this week is jumping right into the fray. It's a big earnings week and one ticker has provide a clear line that will be a great buy signal. If - [Trading The Tech Sell Off--The Week Ahead](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-tech-selloff-the-week-ahead/) - At the end of last week, markets shifted out of tech and we did some digging to see where the money is heading. Blane Markham made a strong case for the rotation into healthcare in his article (you can read it here). He even highlighted a ticker that was ahead of the curve and is - [New Pick And An Update](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-pick-and-an-update/) - On Monday we looked at HTZ (check out the article here) and noted that it was one of the most oversold tickers currently. It dipped a little further that day but then showed a unique pattern that it hasn't shown in nearly a year. The last time we saw a doji candle followed by an - [Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-aapl-15/) - Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL) Analysts say Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) still has plenty of upside potential. In fact, HSBC recently upgraded Apple from a "Hold" rating to a "Buy" and raised its price target from $260 to $366 per share. The upgrade reflects growing confidence in Apple's artificial intelligence (AI) strategy and a strong - [Tech Fall Or Just Another Reset?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-fall-or-just-another-reset/) - NVIDIA (NVDA) continues to consolidate just above its rising 8-week and 21-week EMAs, keeping its longer-term uptrend intact despite recent profit-taking. While the MACD and PPO have softened from recent highs, both remain in positive territory, suggesting momentum is cooling rather than reversing. ADX remains supportive with +DI holding above -DI, indicating buyers still maintain - [Why Institutions Keep Buying WELL](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-institutions-keep-buying-well/) - Another day, another trading session where traders lighten exposure to crowded momentum names and look toward areas offering greater relative stability. Healthcare has become one of the biggest beneficiaries of that shift, with several charts beginning to strengthen, but Welltower Inc. (WELL) had already been outperforming long before the sector caught investors' attention. The recent - [Chart of the Day: Lowe’s (LOW)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-lowes-low-2/) - After catching strong double-bottom support, shares of Lowe’s (LOW) are starting to recover lost ground. It’s also still oversold but pivoting higher, from overextensions on RSI, Williams’ %R, and Full Stochastics. From its last traded price of $214.50, we’d like to see it rally back to $228.81 initially, which it last tested on July 6. Even - [Hunting Instincts Pay Off](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hunting-instincts-pay-off/) - It really is "nothing to see here, please move along" time in the stock market. I do believe if we shut our screens off now and came back in September we would still be somewhere in the range of the last few weeks in the SPY. But patience will be the key to spotting our next - [Mag 7 Stock Confirms Lucrative Pattern](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/mag-7-stock-confirms-lucrative-pattern/) - Amazon continues to trade in a long-term uptrend. After pulling back from its recent high near $275, buyers stepped in above the Ichimoku cloud and price has now rebounded back to around $255. The stock remains well above cloud support, which is a positive sign that the primary trend is still intact. The Ichimoku Cloud - [AAPL Leads Mag 7 Revival](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/aapl-leads-mag-7-revival/) - The sharp market rotation continues to shift as money pivots away from some of this year's strongest semiconductor and AI names and into areas that had largely been overlooked. Over the past several weeks, the Magnificent Seven has quietly started to regain its footing, with several charts beginning to emerge from long periods of relative - [Chart of the Day: American Express (AXP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-american-express-axp-4/) - American Express (NYSE: AXP) looks interesting heading into earnings on July 24. For one, the company continues to attract high-spending premium customers, is returning significant amounts of cash to shareholders, and two, the stock remains below the highs it reached in December. Another key reason: Unlike many credit card companies that compete primarily on price, - [A Tradable Pattern In The Chaos](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-tradable-pattern-in-the-chaos/) - If you are simply trying to trade the AI frenzy or even grab an oil move right now you could be missing this trade that has been offering predictable patterns recently and is showing signs of the next move. As things heat up in Iran again we can go back to the last couple times - [A Key Change In Oil](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-key-change-in-oil/) - A key element of oil prices is about to hit a tipping point and it is going to be a game changer. As things heat up in Iran again and the Straight of Hormuz gets locked up, the one element that put any kind of cushion on prices through this conflict is running out. The - [How To Spot Big Money Moves](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-spot-big-money-moves/) - If you think it can be tough to get your basic option trade filled, just imagine what it is like for a big, institutional trader looking to take a massive options position. Savvy retail traders have figured out how to spot the signs of a huge position setting up in the options market. They call - [3 Top Healthcare Investments to Profit from America’s Aging Population](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/3-top-healthcare-investments-to-profit-from-americas-aging-population/) - by Ian Cooper The aging of America’s population is creating one of the strongest long-term investment trends in today’s market. As millions of Baby Boomers move into their retirement years, demand for senior housing, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and healthcare real estate continues to accelerate. That secular shift is making healthcare REITs, senior - [The Lit Fuse](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-lit-fuse/) - by Chris Verhaegh In the 1980’s a technical indicator named Bollinger Bands were created by John Bollinger. First let me describe how this indicator should appear on charts, then I will discuss how and why it plots the data it does, and finally how we can use this information to make great trade ideas. Bollinger - [Chart of the Day: Biogen (BIIB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-biogen-biib/) - Biogen has long been recognized as one of the biotechnology industry's leading companies, particularly for its treatments targeting neurological diseases. Its portfolio includes established multiple sclerosis therapies such as Tysabri and Tecfidera, as well as Spinraza, a leading treatment for spinal muscular atrophy. More recently, investor attention has shifted to Leqembi, the Alzheimer's disease treatment - [Let the AI Slide Begin](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/let-the-ai-slide-begin/) - The AI darlings are starting to gurgle a bit as many of them see pushback on historically high prices. It is simply not winners across the entire sector. However, as they shift into pullback mode and even full reversal, they are offering up some really nice set ups for put trades. One great example is - [Software's New Winner: Datadog](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/softwares-new-winner-datadog/) - Datadog has clearly separated itself from much of the software group as investors have become far more selective, rewarding companies with durable growth while leaving weaker names behind. Earlier this year, AI disruption fears weighed on nearly every software stock, but that broad-brush selling has given way to a much more discerning market, and Datadog - [Useful Bull and Bear Trading Tools](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/useful-bull-and-bear-trading-tools/) - We have talked about ETFs quite a bit. These investment products trade just like a stock but are valued based on a collection of stocks or other factors. They allow you to trade an entire index, for example, just like you would buy a single stock. Below is a list of the major index ETFs - [Chart of the Day: CarMax (KMX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-carmax-kmx/) - Several CarMax (NYSE: KMX) insiders bought stock following the company's latest quarterly earnings report, suggesting they remain optimistic despite acknowledging that the used-car retailer still has work to do. The first purchase came on June 22, when director Peter Bensen bought 2,500 shares at $52.20 per share, investing about $130,500. Two days later, director Mark O'Neil purchased 9,600 shares at $52.36 each. On June 25. Director Sona Chawla bought 2,000 shares at $53.39 per - [Pockets of Semiconductors Look Good](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pockets-of-semiconductors-look-good/) - Scanning through the charts for the update I send to subscribers and a couple things really jumped out. I was a bit early on the gold move I spotted last week but the good news is that you still have a chance to grab it. Where I am seeing action for the upcoming week is - [This Is One Of The Most Oversold Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-one-of-the-most-oversold-stocks/) - Bad press, external forces (weather, global economic shifts, supply challenges), and an overall downtrending market can all lead to a stock being oversold. Technically a stock is "oversold" when it's RSI or Relative Strength Index has dropped below 30. On the surface, this would seem like a ticker to avoid, but many analysts scan for - [Chart of the Day: American Healthcare REIT (AHR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-american-healthcare-reit-ahr-2/) - The aging of America's population is creating one of the strongest long-term investment trends in today's market. As millions of Baby Boomers move into their retirement years, demand for senior housing, skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, and healthcare real estate continues to accelerate. That secular shift is making healthcare REITs, senior housing stocks, and - [Trusting The Indicator Pays Off](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trusting-the-indicator-pays-off/) - GDX was recommended as a potential buy on Wednesday morning (and had a down day Wednesday), rebounded on Thursday with a gap up that held and closed near the high. That low from Wednesday needs to hold now. For the SPX, I still believe it's a market where floor traders just collect premiums --- dips will be bought, rallies will - [An AI Trade That Many Are Missing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/an-ai-trade-that-many-are-missing/) - One of the beneficiaries of the wave of AI investment is the biggest customer relationship management solutions (or CRMs). In order to apply the power of AI to your business, you have to have a catalogue of all of your customer information. But as the AI rally starts to fragment, so are the tagalong stocks. - [Affirm's Breakout Has Our Attention](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/affirms-breakout-has-our-attention/) - Fresh market leaders continue to step up as money rotates beyond the traditional index heavyweights, and financial stocks have impressively reclaimed a position of strength on many traders' watchlists. One name that has caught our attention is Affirm Holdings (AFRM). Since its late-March low, AFRM has built an orderly pattern of higher highs and higher - [How To Pick ETFs For Options Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-pick-etfs-for-options-trades/) - With the war in Iran heating up again, oil prices are going to see greater volatility. Trying to pick which oil ticker will display a nice, tradable pattern is a tough game. A simpler way to find a good trade is to use an oil related ETF like USO or OIH. But not all ETFs - [Chart of the Day: Global X Uranium ETF (URA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-global-x-uranium-etf-ura-2/) - Investors are quickly turning their attention to uranium stocks again. All as the sector benefits from a strong combination of demand, the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, renewed investment in nuclear power, and growing government support for domestic uranium production. Also, with supply struggling to keep pace and the United States seeking to reduce its - [Massive Money Migration](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/massive-money-migration/) - There has been a very significant change in the markets in the last few weeks. It is a transformation happening just below the surface that is masked by the movement in the major indexes. As a result, the shift has been shrouded and has many traders fooled into more wash, rinse, repeat of trying to - [Big Tech Company Trade You May Have Missed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-tech-company-trade-you-may-have-missed/) - Asian technology company, Sea Limited is showing encouraging signs of a trend reversal after finding support near the S1 pivot level. This is a well diversified technology giant with foot prints in all the right places. Think Amazon with a splash of Roblox and a few shakes of PayPal thrown in the cocktail. The stock - [How A Safe Bet Turned Into A Home Run](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-a-safe-bet-turned-into-a-home-run/) - The rotation continues, and there are huge potential winners out there with the right tools to identify them. I’m fortunate to have access to one of the best tools for identifying these opportunities, and if you want to find out more, you can try it out for free! If you’re not sure just how powerful - [These Were Big Winners--There Are More](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-were-big-winners-there-are-more/) - Last Tuesday I gave you GOOG at 353 as my favorite fresh long. On Monday it climbed above 370. I was also long ARKG and NOV. The latter did well and I got out last Thursday with nice profits. ARKG put on a light show moving 30%+ in 3 weeks. Will continue to track ARKG closely. - [Strong Recovery Trend Is Very Tradable](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/strong-recovery-trend-is-very-tradable/) - Robinhood continues to strengthen its long-term uptrend, closing above both the 9-week and 20-week EMAs after rebounding sharply from its recent pullback. The 9-week EMA has crossed back above the 20-week EMA, confirming renewed bullish momentum. The PPO remains above its signal line and has moved back into positive territory, indicating improving upside momentum. While - [Healthcare's New Standout? ABBV](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/healthcares-new-standout-abbv/) - The strongest opportunities often emerge after months of doing very little, especially when capital begins rotating into overlooked areas of the market. That has been the story unfolding across healthcare and pharmaceutical stocks as investors broaden their focus beyond the AI leaders, and AbbVie (ABBV) has quietly become one of the clearest beneficiaries. After spending - [Chart of the Day: SpaceX (SPCX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-spacex-spcx/) - SpaceX (NASDAQ: SPCX) joining the Nasdaq-100, just weeks after completing one of the largest initial public offerings (IPOs) in market history. While becoming part of the stock index is an important achievement on its own, it could also have a significant impact on the company's share price in both the short and long term. For - [Bullish Chart Formations](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bullish-chart-formations/) - by Ray Frazier Bullish Flat Base Formation The flat base formation is the most basic and most common chart formation. It is seen in the charts quite often. Though this formation is considered to be basic, very strong stock price movements to the upside can be gotten from this formation. There is no length of - [Chart of the Day: Take-Two Interactive (TTWO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-take-two-interactive-ttwo-12/) - On June 24, we noted: “Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO) has been explosive. In fact, since bottoming out at around $206, it’s now up to $242.64 and could push even higher, as it nears the presales of its most anticipated game, Grand Theft Auto VI. Helping, analysts at BTIG just initiated a buy rating on the - [Big Recovery Sets Up An Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-recovery-sets-up-an-opportunity/) - IBM remains in a strong long-term uptrend after rebounding sharply from its recent pullback. Last week's bullish candle reclaimed the short-term 8-week EMA and pushed price back above the 20-week EMA, signaling renewed buying interest. The PPO has turned positive with a bullish crossover and rising histogram, suggesting upside momentum is strengthening. Volume expanded on - [HWM Quietly Keeps Making History](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hwm-quietly-keeps-making-history/) - By now, most traders have noticed leadership expanding beyond big-cap tech—with industrial stocks continuing to attract steady institutional demand as investors reward companies showing durable earnings trends and resilient price action. One name that continues to separate itself from the pack is Howmet Aerospace (NYSE: HWM), which has built one of the market's most consistent - [Eerie Headlines From Just Before The Dot Com Crash](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/eerie-headlines-from-just-before-the-dot-com-crash/) - The comparisons seem to be nonstop and it leaves us all wondering if we are doomed to the same fate. A lot has changed since then. There are many new trading products that help hedge against a crash and the "circuit breakers" are much quicker to pull the plug. But is it enough? And didn't - [The Best Sector Of The Year](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-best-sector-of-the-year/) - It is no secret that we are in full on rotation right now with money starting to look for other places to move than the tech space. One sector is by far out performing the rest but it is working through this influx of buyers so it isn't as easy as a set it and - [How One Source Of Trading Education Changed Everything](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-one-source-of-trading-education-changed-everything/) - You have a debt to pay and you probably don't even know it. If you have ever placed a trade and used any kind of resource to help figure out your strategy, chances are extremely high that it stemmed from one place. Have you ever heard of candle charts? How about using technical analysis to - [An ETF That Keeps On Giving](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/an-etf-that-keeps-on-giving/) - DIA (Weekly): The long-term uptrend remains firmly intact as DIA pushed to another all-time high, continuing to ride above both the rising 8-week and 20-week EMAs. Momentum remains positive with the PPO above its signal line and expanding, while the ADX is turning higher, suggesting the recent advance is strengthening rather than fading. Although the - [Follow The Money Into JNJ](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/follow-the-money-into-jnj/) - The market's recent sharp rotation has been the main story for traders over the past couple of weeks, with capital moving away from many of the year's biggest AI winners and into areas that had previously lagged. Healthcare has emerged as one of the strongest beneficiaries of that shift, and one name that continues to - [Chart of the Day: Adobe (ADBE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-adobe-adbe-2/) - Oversold shares of ADBE are just starting to pivot higher from overextensions on RSI, MACD, Williams’ %R, Money Flow, and Full Stochastics. Plus, after finding strong support at around $190, we’d like to see the stock test $220 initially. Helping, analysts at HSBC just upgraded the stock to a buy rating with a price target - [This Coiled Ticker Is Ready To Spring](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-coiled-ticker-is-ready-to-spring/) - Mastercard (MA) continues to exhibit a strong long-term bullish trend despite undergoing a healthy correction over the past several months. This week's powerful bullish candle, which gained approximately 4.7% and closed at $522.44, pushed the stock back above its 20-week moving average, signaling that buyers have regained control. Price is now approaching the upper Bollinger - [Chart of the Day: Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microsoft-msft-14/) - As we jump into third quarter earnings, Wall Street will pay close attention to the tech sector where artificial intelligence continues to drive sky-high earnings expectations. That includes Microsoft (NASDAQ: MSFT), which will post earnings in late July. Wall Street will pay close attention to its reporting on Azure, which has become one of Microsoft's most - [Top 4 Impacts Of Short Trading Weeks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/top-4-impacts-of-short-trading-weeks/) - With the Fed signaling flat to higher interest rates we are looking to the jobs report for the next market moving headline. All this heading into a long weekend. It really begs the question of what is the impact of a shortened trading week? Here are the top four trends that plague holiday weeks and - [No Drama With This High Potential Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/no-drama-with-this-high-potential-ticker/) - Are we really seeing more breadth in the bullish side of the market or is it just the last cars of the rollercoaster coming over the top? The big, headline tech tickers are seeing stronger headwinds but the laggards in that space seem to be playing catch up. Will it last, recover or fail? Keith - [Quick Trade Alert](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-trade-alert/) - I spotted a great trade and wanted to send out a quick alert. When I first spotted it, it looked like volatility had pushed the premiums up so much it was to expensive. But I found the perfect strategy to grab the move and not put too much on the line to get the win. - [Grab This Big Move As Verizon Plummets](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grab-this-big-move-as-verizon-plummets/) - Verizon has broken down sharply after a strong multi-month advance, with this week's large bearish candle slicing through both the 8-week EMA ($45.80) and 13-week EMA ($46.16) on heavy volume. The stock closed at $42.34, just below the rising 21-week EMA ($43.76), putting that level under immediate pressure. The decline appears to be more than - [Why Today Is Huge In Trading History](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-today-is-huge-in-trading-history/) - As we watch tech push higher again, it is important to keep in mind a significant event that occurred on July 1st in market history. Many analysts are comparing this current market to previous "bubbles" and eras where indexes hit repeated new highs. But all rallies aren't the same and things were different when this - [Industrial Leader GE Powers to New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/industrial-leader-ge-powers-to-new-highs/) - One of the more interesting recent market developments has been the continued expansion of leadership beyond the AI trade, with industrial names attracting meaningful institutional interest as economic data remains firm. GE Aerospace fits that theme well: after a choppy first quarter marked by failed attempts to break resistance and a sharp pullback during the - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-vectors-gold-miners-etf-gdx-4/) - Gold has come under pressure recently, weighed down by a stronger U.S. dollar, rising bond yields, ongoing turmoil in the Middle East, and significantly reduced expectations for aggressive interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve. However, there are still plenty of reasons for investors to remain bullish on the metal. For one, central banks are - [Three Hot REITs for the AI Data Center Boom](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/three-hot-reits-for-the-ai-data-center-boom/) - by Ian Cooper Artificial intelligence is fueling one of the biggest infrastructure booms in history, creating unprecedented demand for data centers and the real estate companies that own them. As tech giants pour hundreds of billions of dollars into AI infrastructure, investors are searching for the best AI data center stocks and REITs positioned to - [Strategies That Have More Than One Option](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/strategies-that-have-more-than-one-option/) - by Andy Chambers Many strategies involve the simultaneous purchase and sale of different options to establish a position with a specific risk-reward profile. Vertical Debit Spread A vertical spread results when simultaneously buying and selling puts or calls of the same option class and expiration date, but with different strike prices. Because it is a - [Big News Moves This Headline Stock](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-news-moves-this-headline-stock/) - This headline stock remains in a long-term uptrend, but the stock is currently digesting a sharp run to new highs. Price is well above the Ichimoku Cloud, confirming that the primary trend remains bullish. The cloud ahead is green and rising, suggesting longer-term support continues to strengthen. All of this is pointing to a great - [Why Lilly Is Turning Heads Again](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-lilly-is-turning-heads-again/) - In recent weeks, leadership atop this market has continued to broaden as traders look beyond the crowded AI names and into stocks showing fresh technical strength backed by improving momentum. One of the names setting itself apart is Eli Lilly & Co. (LLY), which has completely reversed course after bottoming in late April and is - [Which Part Of The Market Is Most Tradable?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/which-part-of-the-market-is-most-tradable/) - I put together this quick market update for some of my students and wanted to send it out to this list so you could take a look as well. A specific area of the market is feeling the impact of the global uncertainty and it is very clear what types of companies are impacted in - [Chart of the Day: Digital Realty Trust (DLR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-digital-realty-trust-dlr-2/) - Artificial intelligence is fueling one of the biggest infrastructure booms in history, creating unprecedented demand for data centers and the real estate companies that own them. As tech giants pour hundreds of billions of dollars into AI infrastructure, investors are searching for the best AI data center stocks and REITs positioned to benefit from this - [When To Go Short](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/when-to-go-short/) - Looking at the drop last week it is tempting to jump to the short side and look for more movement down. That isn't entirely wrong but there is much more to it than than. I just sent this update to subscribers and outlined what I expect for the next few weeks and I do think - [Proof The Rotation Is Happening](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/proof-the-rotation-is-happening/) - Well everyone 3 weeks ago or slightly less i was banging the table that the Mag 7 that took us up in April and May, would be lagging and we would see rotation into new leadership... namely ARKG, the biotech ETF (chart). Hopefully you participated in the 30% plus rally in the stock since then... and - [Travelers Next Move Looks Interesting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/travelers-next-move-looks-interesting/) - While many traders focus on the day's biggest movers, some of the most compelling opportunities emerge from stocks that have quietly been doing everything right for months. One stock that recently separated itself from the pack is The Travelers Companies (TRV), which is displaying a PowerTrend Buy signal as its 1-Month price remains above its - [This Put Opportunity Is A Solid Bet](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-put-opportunity-is-a-solid-bet/) - DraftKings (DKNG) has fallen back into a relative downtrend after significantly underperforming the broader market over the past year. The relative strength line remains about 15% below its benchmark, highlighting continued weakness versus the market despite a recent bounce. While buyers have attempted to stabilize the stock in recent weeks, today's sharp decline suggests sellers - [Citi Just Flashed A Buy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/citi-just-flashed-a-buy/) - Market leadership has started to broaden beyond the names most closely tied to the AI theme, and that shift is creating fresh opportunities in sectors that spent much of the past year in the background. Financial stocks have been among the biggest beneficiaries of this rotation, with money flowing toward companies showing improving relative strength - [Chart of the Day: Generac Holdings (GNRC)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-generac-holdings-gnrc-10/) - The artificial intelligence boom is fueling one of the biggest infrastructure booms in modern history, with data center growth at the heart of the story. As cloud computing, AI training models, and high-performance computing demand more power and storage capacity, thousands of new data centers are being planned and constructed across the United States and - [This Index Is Key](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-index-is-key/) - The price movement on this chart remains in a powerful long-term uptrend, with the weekly 3-Line Break chart continuing to print higher highs and higher lows. After recovering from the April pullback, small-cap stocks have regained leadership, pushing the ETF to fresh all-time highs near $300. The Aroon indicator confirms IWM's strong trend strength, with - [Chart of the Day: Take-Two Interactive (TTWO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-take-two-interactive-ttwo-11/) - Take-Two Interactive (NASDAQ: TTWO) has been explosive. In fact, since bottoming out at around $206, it’s now up to $242.64 and could push even higher, as it nears the presales of its most anticipated game, Grand Theft Auto VI. Helping, analysts at BTIG just initiated a buy rating on the stock with a price target - [Chart of the Day: Walmart (WMT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-walmart-wmt-5/) - Traders are rotating back into defensive sectors - such as consumer staples, utilities, and healthcare - following an aggressive pullback in big tech and semiconductor shares. It’s also being fueled by growing anxiety that the Federal Reserve may hike interest rates to combat sticky inflation, combined with lingering geopolitical tensions. One of the defensive names - [Flying High Again](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/flying-high-again/) - That was quite the market rotation on Tuesday, wasn’t it? The high-flying semi-conductor stocks sold off after they saw new all-time highs. Micron (MU), for example, was up 20% from Thursday’s close to Monday’s close, then back down 13% on Tuesday. It’s a whipsaw. And to avoid the whipsaw, I want to highlight just how - [This Move for PLTR Is A Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-move-for-pltr-is-a-signal/) - PLTR remains in a long-term uptrend, but the stock is currently under pressure after a sharp selloff that pushed price to the lower Bollinger Band. The recent decline has pulled shares below the middle Bollinger Band, signaling weakening short-term momentum. While the MACD histogram has been improving from deeply negative levels, it remains below the - [Insider Buying Signals Confidence in Robinhood, Hims & Hers, and Norwegian Cruise](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/insider-buying-signals-confidence-in-robinhood-hims-hers-and-norwegian-cruise/) - by Ian Cooper When insiders buy shares of their own company, investors should take notice. After all, insider buying can be one of the strongest signals of management confidence, as executives, directors, and other insiders often have a deeper understanding of their company's financial health, growth prospects, and future opportunities than the average investor. While - [Candlestick Stories](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/candlestick-stories/) - by Wendy Kirkland As a trader, you will need to have an understanding of the candlestick, or candle, which is an important technical symbol on charts in general. They are designed to tell a concise story. You will see candles in red, black, and hollow. Candlesticks provide information about the average price of the underlying - [Opportunity In Hyatt's Pullback?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/opportunity-in-hyatts-pullback/) - While much of the market's attention remains locked on AI-related names, a new group of leadership has quietly emerged from areas that tell a different story about the economy. One group that continues to display impressive relative strength is the hotel industry, with premium travel demand holding up remarkably well despite ongoing macro uncertainty, reinforcing - [Chart of the Day: Robinhood (HOOD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-robinhood-hood/) - When insiders buy shares of their own company, investors should take notice. After all, insider buying can be one of the strongest signals of management confidence, as executives, directors, and other insiders often have a deeper understanding of their company's financial health, growth prospects, and future opportunities than the average investor. While no indicator is - [Unique Pivot Helps This Ticker Grow](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/unique-pivot-helps-this-ticker-grow/) - Mining bitcoins offers some favorable business advantages and one ticker is exploiting it's low energy costs to shift to data center infrastructure. It has staged an impressive recovery from its early-2026 lows, climbing from the $8–9 area to nearly $15 while reclaiming both the 8-week and 20-week EMAs. The shorter-term EMA has crossed above the - [One Key Thing To Watch As The Peace Deal Wobbles](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/one-key-thing-to-watch-as-the-peace-deal-wobbles/) - This repeating pattern we have been seeing is playing out again. Is the high behind us or will we see more records? Will we see new lows and possibly the bottom fall out? It is right on the chart and I walked through it all in this update. Also, there is a key factor within - [Clear Pullback Provides A Window](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/clear-pullback-provides-a-window/) - This chart has turned decisively bearish after failing to hold its recent breakout, with shares falling sharply from the June peak near 83 to close at 59.37. The stock is now trading well below the Ichimoku Cloud, signaling a deterioration in the intermediate-term trend and placing overhead resistance in the 69–72 area. Momentum has weakened - [Chart of the Day: Generac Holdings (GNRC)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-generac-holdings-gnrc-9/) - One of the most popular hurricane-season trades has been Generac Holdings (NYSE: GNRC). The company is a leading manufacturer of residential standby generators and mobile power systems. Historically, demand for generators tends to rise as hurricanes threaten populated regions and homeowners prepare for potential power outages. The stock has shown a strong tendency to rally - [Big Change, Great Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-change-great-opportunity/) - This trade candidate continues to show impressive relative strength on the weekly chart, with shares surging more than 13% this week and breaking out from a multi-month consolidation pattern. The recent bullish flip in the Parabolic SAR confirms a shift back to an upward trend, while the RSI has climbed to 58, indicating strengthening momentum - [Chart of the Day: Nike (NKE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nike-nke-9/) - Nike's June 30 earnings report may be one of the most important in recent years for the athletic apparel giant. The company has been working through a lengthy turnaround effort aimed at reigniting growth, rebuilding relationships with wholesale partners, and strengthening product innovation. Analysts currently expect revenue of approximately $10.85 billion and earnings per share - [How to Invest in the 2026 FIFA World Cup Safely](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-invest-in-the-2026-fifa-world-cup-safely/) - by Ian Cooper Americans love to bet on sports. The World Cup: Global wagers on the tournament are expected to top $50 billion, with U.S. bettors placing roughly $3.1 billion. March Madness: Americans legally wagered an estimated $3.3 billion on the NCAA Division I basketball tournaments. Super Bowl: The biggest single-day betting events regularly see over $1 billion - [Here Is A Sector I Like](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/here-is-a-sector-i-like/) - Subscribers entered longs last Wednesday and Thursday. We shorted oil last Wednesday. So a pretty good week! From here I am sticking with my general thoughts from last week --- another new high for SPY and QQQ followed by another decline. The decline is likely to be a bit scary again, just as the last one - [Tech Giant Is Ideal Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-giant-is-ideal-trade/) - Today's trade candidate is showing the early signs of a potential trend reversal. The positive PPO crossover is a constructive development, and the stock is attempting to form a higher low after its steep correction. Bulls would like to see a move above the Keltner midpoint and then a breakout through the $95-$100 resistance zone - [MET Just Triggered Another Buy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/met-just-triggered-another-buy/) - One of the more notable developments in recent sessions has been the steady rotation into certain financial names that continue to exhibit resilient price action, particularly where improving fundamentals have begun to align with strong technical trends. While many stocks remain trapped beneath prior highs, a smaller group has been steadily separating itself from the - [Great Trade With A Long On Ramp](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/great-trade-with-a-long-on-ramp/) - On the heels of a great trade last week in Wells Fargo (WFC) we grabbed Keith Harwood for his next pick. If you are getting frustrated that you aren't grabbing the disappearing trades a lot of gurus are pointing out that are gone before you can get in. this pick is ideal. Plus, he offered - [Long Straddles, Long Combinations](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/long-straddles-long-combinations/) - by Tom DeMark Options straddles and combinations are a unique way of capitalizing on market activity or market consolidation. Straddles and combinations can be utilized to make money if a trader feels the market will experience a move, but is not certain as to the direction of that move. They can also be utilized to make money - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting the First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF (FPX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-the-first-trust-us-equity-opportunities-etf-fpx/) - On June 5, ahead of the SpaceX IPO, we highlighted opportunity in the First Trust US Equity Opportunities ETF (FPX). At the time, it traded at around $185. Today, it’s up to $199.27 and could push even higher thanks to how hot the SPCX IPO is becoming. With an expense ratio of 0.61%, the FPX tracks hot - [If this resistance level fails...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/if-this-resistance-level-fails/) - One ticker is showing signs of improving momentum after spending much of April and May in a choppy consolidation range. Price has rallied from the June lows near $141 and is now trading around $150, approaching the lower edge of the Ichimoku cloud. A sustained move above the cloud and the recent resistance zone near - [AMD's Breakout Is Back On](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/amds-breakout-is-back-on/) - Just as many thought the AI trade may be cooling for a period of time, it is heating right back up and few areas have attracted more institutional interest than semiconductors as investors lean into the expanding AI theme. After a healthy reset across many of the year's strongest names, buyers have been quick to - [Looking At This Sector For Wins](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/looking-at-this-sector-for-wins/) - Coming off a wild week with SpaceX and new talks of an agreement with Iran, your choice is to try and catch some lightning or do you want to look at the smarter, more reliable trades? There is a sector that I have been long in that I reviewed in the most recent update. I - [Chart of the Day: Cameco Corp. (CCJ)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-cameco-corp-ccj-4/) - Oversold shares of Cameco Corp. (CCJ) could pivot significantly higher. For one, it’s oversold and pivoting higher on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. Two, the stock should benefit from a massive uranium supply-demand issue. Consider this. As noted by the World Nuclear Association, demand is forecast to rise by about a third to 86,000 tons by - [Chart of the Day: Adobe (ADBE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-adobe-adbe/) - Adobe (NASDAQ: ABDE) is taking a hit. The company just delivered another quarter of impressive growth, beating Wall Street expectations on both earnings and revenue thanks to surging demand for AI. The company also raised its full-year guidance, a move that would normally send shares higher. Unfortunately, investor enthusiasm quickly faded after the company announced - [7 Things You Need To Know](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/7-things-you-need-to-know/) - Lots to update. Here are my bullet points. 1. I expect new highs in June in broad averages. 2. Mag 7 will not be the featured stocks they were off the April low. 3. Favorite sector is biotech/ health science. 4. On Wednesday flipped my Conoco Philips oil stock to a bear spread. Thursday one - [IYT Hits Another All-Time High](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/iyt-hits-another-all-time-high/) - As this market continues to experience rotation among leadership, certain groups have quietly stepped into fresh roles while others pause to consolidate. One area attracting a notable share of that capital has been the transports, and the recent action in iShares Transportation ETF (IYT) made it impossible to ignore. The ETF has pushed to fresh - [What goes up...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-goes-up-2/) - Here is a ticker that is showing a sharp post-earnings reversal after an extended rally. Price failed to hold above the R1 pivot level near 246 and has rapidly fallen back toward the central pivot around 206. The heavy volume accompanying the decline suggests institutional selling rather than routine profit-taking. In the PPO panel, the - [Chart of the Day: Simon Property Group (SPG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-simon-property-group-spg-3/) - With geopolitical tensions escalating, and inflation heating up, investors are hunting for safe-haven investments that can generate reliable income while protecting capital. One way to do that is with real estate investment trusts (REITs), which have historically performed well during periods of uncertainty thanks to their steady rental income, attractive dividend yields, and diversified property portfolios. - [Is This A Crash Or A Dip?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-this-a-crash-or-a-dip/) - This chart is showing the first meaningful crack in the strong uptrend that has been in place since the April lows. After making a series of higher highs and higher lows, It experienced a sharp selloff that pushed price below both the 8-day and 13-day EMAs on heavy volume. I watch the SPY chart every - [Chart of the Day: SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-spdr-sp-oil-gas-exploration-production-etf-xop/) - With energy markets facing heightened geopolitical risk, investors are increasingly looking for ways to capitalize on rising oil prices. While major oil producers could benefit from a sustained rally, energy-focused exchange-traded funds (ETFs) may offer a diversified and cost-effective way to gain exposure to one of the market's hottest sectors. On Wednesday, oil was up - [Trading The Tip Of The Iceberg](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-tip-of-the-iceberg/) - Friday’s price action scared a lot of investors and traders. And rightfully so! When stocks go up in a parabolic fashion, as they did in semiconductor stocks, it can often trigger fast selling pressure when things change. And on Friday, unemployment data being strong led to good news being bad for the market. What often - [The Next Dip--What To Do](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-next-dip-what-to-do/) - As discussed on the weekend update, for now I am considering this decline more of an "event", than a tidal shift in the bigger picture. Importantly I am not putting any money to that view, so if I change my mind, it's no big deal. I exited all long positions the day before the big - [Done Chasing Tech? Look At This](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/done-chasing-tech-look-at-this/) - This manufacturing ticker remains in a strong long-term uptrend, but the stock is experiencing a sharp pullback after recently reaching new highs near $84. The Parabolic SAR has flipped above price, signaling that short-term momentum has shifted to the downside. Despite the recent weakness, the broader trend remains constructive, with price still holding well above - [One REIT, Two Powerful Trends](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/one-reit-two-powerful-trends/) - Over the past several weeks, the market has shown signs of becoming more selective, with investors rewarding companies tied to durable themes while showing a greater preference for steadier areas of leadership. Transportation and logistics-related names have quietly continued to attract interest, while the race to expand AI infrastructure has created demand in corners of - [These AI Stocks Are Getting a Major Boost From the S&P 500](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-ai-stocks-are-getting-a-major-boost-from-the-sp-500/) - by Ian Cooper Getting added to the S&P 500 is a big deal. To join, a company must have been profitable for the last four quarters as a whole and in the most recent quarter specifically with a market cap of at least $22.7 billion. It also must meet float and volume criteria. When stocks - [Event Trading: Index Options](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/event-trading-index-options/) - by Peter McKenna Imagine that you are an event trader, and that day after day sellers have dominated the trading action, driving the market to greatly oversold levels. Recent economic indicators have been negative, which means the economy is crawling along. Now imagine that before the bell, Microsoft announces spectacular earnings and say its future - [Chart of the Day: The Renaissance IPO ETF (IPO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-the-renaissance-ipo-etf-ipo/) - The race to capitalize on the artificial intelligence boom could soon get even more exciting. With OpenAI confidentially filing for an initial public offering, investors are already looking for the best ways to profit from what could become one of the largest and most anticipated AI IPOs in history. While the company has yet to - [Ideal Set Up On Tech Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ideal-set-up-on-tech-ticker/) - This big name ticker remains under pressure despite a recent rebound attempt. Price briefly pushed above the upper Keltner Channel on strong momentum but quickly reversed, suggesting sellers remain active at higher levels. The stock is still trading below longer-term resistance, and the latest pullback has brought price back toward the middle of the Keltner - [The Setup Developing In PANW](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-setup-developing-in-panw/) - One area of the market that continues to command attention is cybersecurity, particularly after investors spent much of the year mispricing the impact AI could have on software companies. As the AI narrative matured, traders began to recognize that greater AI adoption may actually increase the need for advanced cybersecurity solutions rather than diminish it. - [Is this the top?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-this-the-top/) - That drop on Friday rattled some traders but there was something I saw late in the day that is a big sign of what we can expect this week. I had mentioned Wednesday that we were seeing breadth return and that is loosening up positions. You need to be ready for a lot of change - [Chart of the Day: First Trust Equity Opportunities ETF (FPX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-first-trust-equity-opportunities-etf-fpx/) - SpaceX may be one of the most exciting IPOs to hit the market. Aiming to sell 555.6 million shares at $135 apiece for a potentially record-breaking public offering, it won’t be cheap. While exciting, some analysts urge extreme caution. In fact, according to Morningstar, the company is worth less than half of its expected valuation. “We think the - [What's After The Dow's Jump...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/whats-after-the-dows-jump/) - DIA has rebounded strongly from pivot support near 442.66, reclaiming its Parabolic SAR buy signal and moving back toward R1 resistance at 524.97. The PPO has completed a bullish crossover, with the histogram turning positive, suggesting momentum is shifting back in favor of the bulls. The current setup resembles prior pullbacks that reset momentum before - [Why Money Keeps Flowing Into CAT](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-money-keeps-flowing-into-cat/) - Artificial intelligence remains one of the market’s most powerful themes, but some of the strongest beneficiaries aren’t the names designing the chips or writing the software. As capital continues flowing into the infrastructure side of the AI buildout, investors have been rewarding companies tied directly to data center construction and power reliability. One stock that - [Chart of the Day: Broadcom (AVGO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-broadcom-avgo-6/) - Weakness may be an attractive opportunity for Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO). While the semiconductor giant recently delivered another quarter of record-breaking financial results, the stock has pulled back roughly 13%, creating what some analysts believe could be an appealing entry point for long-term investors. The decline comes despite strong fundamentals and continued confidence in the company’s - [Small Sign Points To Bigger Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-sign-points-to-bigger-move/) - Just a quick update. The chart posted yesterday off OKLO, gapped lower Wednesday morning. Though by no means an important stock, the fact it had a great bullish set up, and gapped lower out of it is i believe an important clue. Actually failures and reversals are very often the best signals. Additionally there were several - [Will Tech Go Higher?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/will-tech-go-higher/) - The QQQ continues to demonstrate exceptional long-term strength, recently breaking out to new all-time highs above the previous trading range. Price remains well above the rising 20-week Chandelier Exit and the long-term trend line, confirming that the primary trend is firmly bullish. The PMO has turned higher and crossed above its signal line after a - [Chart of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-16/) - Earlier this month, we noted, “Shares of Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) exploded by more than $50 a share on strong earnings and guidance. And while the stock is taking an expected breather after such an explosive move, AMD could see further upside.” At the time, AMD traded at $412.83. Today, it’s up to $531 - [Why This Market Is Coiling Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-this-market-is-coiling-up/) - The SPY is resting after 9 straight up weeks. Earnings for Oracle and Micron Technologies, two leading semiconductor stocks, report earnings next week. The market is likely to consolidate into those two events. What we have seen over the last two plus weeks though, is the market starting to broaden out and more stocks - [This Miner Is Hitting It Big](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-miner-is-hitting-it-big/) - Cleveland-Cliffs (CLF) is one of the biggest steel producers in the US and has been retooling systems with AI upgrades to max out efficiency and boost the bottom line. And with traders responding positively, it is setting up a really great trade. Price is above the moving averages, PPO has crossed bullish, and the DI - [A Breakout Beyond The AI Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-breakout-beyond-the-ai-trade/) - In a market where AI-linked mega-cap technology stocks continue to command most of the attention, finding strength outside of that theme has become increasingly difficult. Many areas of the market have struggled to gain traction, which is why one setup in the transportation space recently caught my eye. The name is FedEx Corp. (FDX), a - [3 Overlooked Dividend Stocks with Strong Growth Potential in 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/3-overlooked-dividend-stocks-with-strong-growth-potential-in-2026/) - by Ian Cooper Dividend stocks continue to attract investors looking for reliable passive income, portfolio stability, and long-term growth potential in today’s uncertain market environment. While many investors focus on well-known blue-chip names, some overlooked dividend stocks and dividend-focused ETFs may offer even stronger upside opportunities. Companies like Lowe’s, American States Water, and the Vanguard - [Pick the Turning Points… And Win!](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pick-the-turning-points-and-win/) - by Keith Cotterill It’s often said that it is difficult, if not impossible to pick the turning points in a market. I couldn’t agree more… IF you’re only using price action as your source of market analysis. But, if you combine price action with volume then you’ll be amazed how accurately you can call the turns and - [This Ticker Is a Great Tech Play](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-ticker-is-a-great-tech-play/) - Tech is continuing to push higher and has found new steam. I spotted a ticker that offers some great trading opportunities. MARA (Marathon Digital Holdings) continues to show improving momentum after a strong rebound from its spring lows. Price has pushed back above the $14 level and is approaching an area of prior resistance, suggesting - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Dell (DELL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-dell-dell-2/) - Just the other day, we highlighted an opportunity in Dell (NYSE: DELL), which exploded late last week. Once known primarily as a PC manufacturer, the company has emerged as one of the biggest beneficiaries of the artificial intelligence boom, thanks to surging demand for its AI infrastructure and server business. Investors have flocked to the - [Are We Starting To See Breadth?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/are-we-starting-to-see-breadth/) - We have talked the last couple weeks about how the majority of the growth in the S&P is coming from a small number of stocks. We are finally starting to see some of the laggards play catch up. Here is my weekly update that shows which tickers I am following to grab that catch up. - [The AI Winner Traders Missed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-ai-winner-traders-missed/) - In a market that continues to reward leadership and relative strength, the semiconductor space remains one of the most closely watched groups on the board. While many traders have focused on the largest AI beneficiaries, another name has quietly emerged as a standout performer after spending more than six months building a broad consolidation base. - [Overdue Recovery Playing Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/overdue-recovery-playing-out/) - HOOD delivered a powerful breakout this week, surging more than 11% on heavy volume and reclaiming levels not seen since early May. Price closed well above the Chandelier Exit line, signaling a potential shift back toward bullish control after several weeks of consolidation. The ADX remains relatively low near 13, indicating a strong trend has - [This Software ETF Is Standing Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-software-etf-is-standing-out/) - Software has quietly re-emerged as one of the more interesting areas of the tape after spending much of the year stuck under heavy pressure from the AI disruption narrative. Earlier in the year, traders aggressively sold many of the large-cap software names on fears that new AI-native platforms would compress margins and weaken demand across - [Chart of the Day: Global X Lithium & Battery Tech ETF (BATT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-global-x-lithium-battery-tech-etf-batt/) - The global lithium market is just starting to rebound. In fact, as sentiment improves and long-term demand expectations strengthen, several mining companies are moving quickly to restart production and advance new exploration programs across key lithium-producing regions. In addition, with global electrification trends accelerating and governments around the world prioritizing lithium supply needs, many analysts - [Chart of the Day: SPDR S&P 500 ETF (SPY)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-spdr-sp-500-etf-spy/) - Goldman Sachs just raised its S&P 500 year-end target to 8,000 from 7,600, citing explosive growth in artificial intelligence, AI infrastructure spending, and accelerating corporate earnings. The firm also raised its 2026 EPS forecast for the S&P 500 to $340 a share. “Earnings growth has powered the entire S&P 500 return so far this year, and - [New Turmoil Sets Up This Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-turmoil-sets-up-this-shift/) - DIA continues to grind higher with the Parabolic SAR remaining firmly below price, signaling that the intermediate uptrend is still intact. The ETF pushed to fresh highs this week and buyers have consistently stepped in on shallow pullbacks, showing continued strength in industrial and blue-chip names. I send setups like this real-time to a select - [Don't Look Now, Apple Is Breaking Out!](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-look-now-apple-is-breaking-out/) - For most of this year, the market’s leadership has been concentrated in the same handful of AI infrastructure and semiconductor names, while many other stocks quietly lagged behind the move. Lately though, the tape has started to broaden out as capital rotates toward companies showing improving fundamentals without the massive spending tied to the AI - [Did you miss this smart trade?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/did-you-miss-this-smart-trade/) - The market seems fairly convinced that either the conflict with Iran will end or it simply won’t matter for corporate earnings growth. When interest rates were rising, I was certainly a bit more skeptical, but now that interest rates are falling again, I’m more likely to believe. But there’s a real problem here. When I - [TSLA Is Ready To Hand Out A Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tsla-is-ready-to-hand-out-a-win/) - TSLA is attempting to regain upside momentum after a sharp pullback from the recent highs near the upper Bollinger Band. Price has bounced back above the middle Bollinger Band and is now pressing toward the upper band again, suggesting buyers are stepping back in after the recent consolidation phase. The MACD has turned positive with - [Why GS Keeps Hitting New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-gs-keeps-hitting-new-highs/) - There has been almost no room for error in this market lately unless your name is tied directly to AI infrastructure or the mega-cap leadership trade. That’s what makes the recent action in the investment banking space so interesting, especially as the IPO calendar continues to heat up with several massive deals still waiting in - [Chart of the Day: Dell (DELL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-dell-dell-5/) - Over the last few weeks, shares of Dell (NYSE: DELL) exploded from about $230 to a high of $295 as it heads into earnings on May 28. Wall Street analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish. JPMorgan Chase recently reiterated its Buy rating on DELL stock and maintained a $280 price target. And we believe the stock could push even - [Anticipation Trading](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/anticipation-trading/) - by Jea Yu Decision Anticipation Trading Objective: To profit off the anticipation buying ahead of an FDA panel decision or drugs decision date. The key is to sell into the buying 24 to 48 hours ahead of the actual decision date. Do not believe the hype and hold through the actual decision. Stocks usually halt - [Why Nvidia Stock Slipped Despite Record AI Revenue Growth](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-nvidia-stock-slipped-despite-record-ai-revenue-growth/) - by Ian Cooper As expected, (NASDAQ: NVDA) crushed earnings, further cementing its dominance in the booming artificial intelligence (AI) market and strengthening the bullish outlook for AI stocks. In fact, the company saw adjusted EPS of $1.87, as revenue exploded 85% year over year to $81.61 billion. Analysts had expected the company to earn an adjusted - [Trading This Irrational Environment](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-this-irrational-environment/) - Between the geopolitical factors as well as the highly inflated and narrowly supported indexes, we are truly in uncharted waters. While, from one angle, this is an environment we haven't seen before, from another we have seen this kind of irrational behavior in the markets in the past. I sent my update to my subscribers - [Chart of the Day: Sandisk (SNDK)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-sandisk-sndk-2/) - Shares of SanDisk (NASDAQ: SNDK) have already surged more than 3,000%, but some analysts believe the stock still has significant room to climb. In fact, analysts at Citi believe the stock could rally another 50% to as high as $2,025 per share. All thanks to the rising demand for NAND memory, favorable pricing conditions, and continued growth in artificial - [This Big Name is Plummeting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-big-name-is-plummeting/) - WMT just had a sharp breakdown day, dropping over 7% on heavy volume after failing near recent highs around the 134 area. That kind of wide-range red candle after an extended uptrend usually signals a momentum reset rather than just a casual pullback. The stock also sliced below both the 8-day and 20-day moving averages - [Is Quantum Ready For a Comeback?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-quantum-ready-for-a-comeback/) - Quantum computing names have spent most of the year on the defensive, but the tone around the group has quickly started to improve as buyers rotate back into select higher-beta growth themes. Several names in the space caught a bid again today after reports that the federal government may provide grants to certain quantum companies - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-nvidia-nvda-6/) - As expected, (NASDAQ: NVDA) crushed earnings, further cementing its dominance in the booming artificial intelligence (AI) market and strengthening the bullish outlook for AI stocks. In fact, the company saw adjusted EPS of $1.87, as revenue exploded 85% year over year to $81.61 billion. Analysts had expected the company to earn an adjusted $1.75 per share on - [Big DJIA Push Sets Up This Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-djia-push-sets-up-this-win/) - DIA pushed to fresh highs with a strong bullish candle, continuing the steady recovery trend that began off the late-March lows. Price is holding above both the 8-day and 20-day EMAs, keeping short-term momentum firmly in the bulls’ favor. However, the ADX remains relatively low, suggesting this is more of a controlled grind higher rather - [Chart of the Day: Lowe’s (LOW)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-lowes-low/) - Lowe’s just reported EPS of $3.03, which beat by six cents. Revenue of $23.1 billion, up 10.4% year over year, beat by $220 million. Comparable sales also climbed 0.6%, showing that demand for home improvement projects remains resilient despite ongoing pressure from high interest rates and cautious consumer spending. However, even with those impressive numbers, the - [Where Smart Traders Are Heading](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/where-smart-traders-are-heading/) - The market is trying to decide how much higher interest rates matter. As bond yields rise, the stock market is at a crossroads – do bulls take profits and protect gains in semi-conductors, continue buying, or simply wait-and-see what happens next? It seems right now that there’s a lot of uncertainty in the most overbought - [The Simplest Winning Trade Right Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-simplest-winning-trade-right-now/) - One of the bigger picture portfolio opportunities may be available in the long term bond ETF symbol TLT. The yield is currently about 5%. Options are liquid. I like buying TLT on dips and selling call options against it on rallies. No matter what the new Fed chair says now, the telegraph was sent long ago that he is - [Trading Around NVDA](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-around-nvda/) - IWM is still technically in an uptrend, holding above both the rising 8-day and 20-day EMAs, but momentum has weakened noticeably over the past several sessions. The ADX is rolling lower, signaling that the strength behind the recent rally is fading, while the +DI and -DI lines are battling more closely instead of showing clear - [Costco Bulls Regain Full Control](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/cost-bulls-regain-full-control/) - Can you sense it? The market has started to shift over the past week, with momentum names finally cooling off a bit as traders reassess inflation concerns and stretched positioning across the broader indexes. At the same time, capital has quietly begun rotating toward steadier leadership names that can still show relative strength even while - [Cracking Options With Simple AI](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/cracking-options-with-simple-ai/) - Here is the replay of Ian Cooper's live webinar from today. He walked through his Algo AI program as well as his Freedom Paycheck Program (which he even offered for free) Check it out. And for a limited time, FFR Trading is making an incredible offer available to qualified traders: Buy Algo AI and Get - [How to Cash in on the AI Energy Boom](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-cash-in-on-the-ai-energy-boom/) - by Ian Cooper With the artificial intelligence boom showing no signs of slowing, NextEra just announced it was buying Dominion in an all-stock deal that will unite two key players in a race to meet explosively growing demand from AI data centers. NextEra will own about 74.5% of the combined company. Dominion investors will own - [What the Heck Are Bollinger Bands?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-the-heck-are-bollinger-bands/) - by Ellie Taft Traders rely on moving averages to gain perspective on the central trend. Bollinger Bnads, developed in the mid-80s by John Bollinger, is an enhanced average indicator. A Simple Moving Average (SMA) is just what the name implies. The average price over a specified period of time. For a 22-day simple moving average - [Chart of the Day: The Volatility Index (VIX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-the-volatility-index-vix-2/) - Markets are under substantial pressure, and the situation could get far worse. That’s because the U.S.-Iran conflict is showing no meaningful signs of cooling off, and each new development appears to add another layer of risk. Most recently, oil prices surged back above $108 a barrel, inflation is ticking higher, yields are spiking, and there - [Correction or Crash? When?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/correction-or-crash-when/) - SPY continues to trend strongly higher overall, but momentum is clearly beginning to cool after an extended rally. Price remains above a rising Parabolic SAR, keeping the primary trend bullish for now, though the recent tightening candles and slight rollover in PPO suggest upside acceleration is slowing. Are you trying to carve out time to - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-advanced-micro-devices-amd-9/) - Earlier this month, we noted, “Shares of Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) exploded by more than $50 a share on strong earnings and guidance. And while the stock is taking an expected breather after such an explosive move, AMD could see further upside.” At the time, AMD traded at $412.83. Today, it’s up to $433.40 - [This is the tipping point to watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-the-tipping-point-to-watch/) - This market is simply not pacing itself and is continuing to push higher at a rate that, historically, is unsustainable. As we head into Nvdia earnings, and it could be the tipping point. The numbers and the guidance they offer will echo through the entire market. It is definitely going to have a large number - [Why ENB Keeps Catching Bids](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-enb-keeps-catching-bids/) - The market continues to reward a narrow group of stocks and some of the strongest action lately has come from areas tied to infrastructure, power demand, and real-world energy throughput. While many traders remain focused on the high-beta AI names, there’s also capital decisively flowing into companies benefiting from the massive electricity and natural gas - [Chart of the Day: Dell (DELL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-dell-dell-4/) - Dell (NYSE: DELL) has been one of the market’s most explosive stocks. In fact, after bottoming near $120 in March, the tech giant has surged to roughly $248. Now, as Dell approaches its first-quarter earnings report on May 28, Wall Street analysts remain overwhelmingly bullish. JPMorgan Chase recently reiterated its Buy rating on Dell and maintained a $280 - [How Much Higher Can Stocks Run?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-much-higher-can-stocks-run/) - Another milestone shattered! The market powered to yet another fresh all-time high today as the S&P 500 officially crossed and closed above 7500 for the first time ever, extending one of the most relentless rallies we’ve seen in years. Blane & Helaine broke down the incredible strength behind this move, why dip buyers continue to - [Exploiting Tech's Push Up Higher](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-techs-push-up-higher/) - QQQ continues to show powerful long-term trend strength, stair-stepping higher within a well-defined rising channel as buyers remain firmly in control. Price has pushed to fresh highs while staying above the rising trailing stop support line, reinforcing the bullish structure that has been intact since late 2022. The Fast STO has surged back into extreme - [Caution: This Is Fragile](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/caution-this-is-fragile/) - I haven't had any change in my position. I am staying on the side lines not because of, but comfortably alongside Warren Buffet, for whom for only the second time in the last 55 years, sees nothing worthy to invest in. The other time was 1999. There are 12 stocks that are driving the SP 500. - [Trading China Talks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-china-talks/) - SPY continues to act like a market that wants higher prices after successfully reclaiming key moving averages and pushing through recent resistance. The weekly chart shows strong momentum expansion with the PPO crossing bullish and accelerating higher while the MACD has surged back above the zero line — typically a sign that the larger trend - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-22/) - May 20 could be a substantial day for tech stocks. That’s when Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) is expected to post its next batch of earnings, which, according to analysts, could be explosive. Analysts at Bank of America also reiterated a buy rating on Nvidia ahead of earnings, with a price target of $320 a share. The - [Why FANG Still Looks Constructive](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-fang-still-looks-constructive/) - As oil prices experience upward pressure once again, the market is starting to reward select energy exploration and production names. While parts of the market continue chopping sideways, a handful of energy stocks have continued respecting trend structure and grinding higher without much technical damage along the way. One name that keeps setting itself apart - [Uncovering A Gem Of A Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/uncovering-a-gem-of-a-trade/) - If you are getting sucked in to the headlines, you are probably a couple steps behind the good trades. I know I was for sure. But in the last couple weeks one source has helped find some killer set ups. In fact, Keith Harwood walked through exactly how he has been hitting these hidden home - [Volatility-Proof Income: ETFs for Steady Dividends](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/volatility-proof-income-etfs-for-steady-dividends/) - by Ian Cooper Market swings can test even the most patient investors. It’s tempting to react to sharp price movements, but for those with a focus on income, volatility doesn’t have to be a cause for panic. Instead, for peace of mind, you can jump into trustworthy ETFs that have a history of strength, and - [Big Threats Have Launched This Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-threats-have-launched-this-ticker/) - CRWD continues to act like a market leader after reclaiming its highs and breaking back above the Ichimoku cloud with authority. The recent surge pushed price into new recovery territory while the cloud itself has now turned bullish again, suggesting trend support is rebuilding underneath the stock rather than simply reacting to short-term momentum. Volume - [Massive Market Shift Could Be Starting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/massive-market-shift-could-be-starting/) - The market’s monster rally may finally be hitting a pause point. After ripping higher off the March lows with barely any pause, the major indexes are starting to flash some early warning signs that a healthy pullback could be setting up. Blane & Helaine broke down why this red-hot move left many investors chasing from - [HAL Quietly Building Another Bullish Leg](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hal-quietly-building-another-bullish-leg/) - Crude oil prices have remained firm for much of the year, and that strength continues to ripple through the energy complex as investors lean into names tied to production growth and drilling activity. While a lot of the attention has centered around the major oil producers themselves, some of the more technically constructive setups are - [Call and Put Options](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/call-and-put-options/) - by Dan Keen There are two types of option contracts: “Calls” and “Puts”. The buyer of a call option has the right, but not the obligation, to buy a specific stock at a set price (called the “strike price”) anytime on or before the contract’s expiration date. The buyer of a put option has the - [Chart of the Day: EPR Properties (EPR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-epr-properties-epr/) - It’s time to start investing in oversold travel stocks, especially as we move into the warmer months of the year when demand for vacations and leisure activities picks up. Historically, around this time of the year, we see interest in companies tied to travel and tourism, as consumers begin planning trips, booking hotels, cruises, and other experiences. - [Clear Signal On TSLA](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/clear-signal-on-tsla/) - TSLA is showing improving intermediate-term technical structure as price reclaims and closes back above the rising 20-week and 25-week EMAs, suggesting the recent pullback may have been more of a healthy reset than a major breakdown. The weekly ADX remains relatively low near 16, which indicates trend strength has not fully confirmed yet, but the - [Chart of the Day: Roper Technologies (ROP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-roper-technologies-rop/) - With markets collapsing, top dividend stocks are getting caught up in the pullback – which investors may want to take advantage of. Look at Roper Technologies (ROP). Roper Technologies is a diversified technology company that acquires and manages niche vertical software and technology-enabled product businesses. It operates primarily in application software (healthcare, transportation, education), network software, and - [We Haven't Seen This Before](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/we-havent-seen-this-before/) - Ten stocks are generating 70% of the rally in the S&P. This is very exceptional and something to keep a close eye on. This doesn't mean run for the hills. It does mean you have to adjust accordingly. Take a look at the update I just sent to subscribers that shows how this looks for - [Biotech Momentum Is Heating Up Again](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/biotech-momentum-is-heating-up-again/) - Biotech has quietly started participating in leadership as money rotates back into areas showing relative strength instead of just defensive positioning. One name that kept standing out during the recent market chop was the SPDR S&P Biotech ETF, which spent much of early 2026 trading sideways even while the broader market saw heavier volatility. What - [Chart of the Day: Invesco S&P 500 High Dividend Low Volatility ETF (SPHD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-invesco-sp-500-high-dividend-low-volatility-etf-sphd/) - Market swings can test even the most patient investors. It’s tempting to react to sharp price movements, but for those with a focus on income, volatility doesn’t have to be a cause for panic. Instead, for peace of mind, you can jump into trustworthy ETFs that have a history of strength, and consistently pay out - [The Winning Sector In Rotation](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-winning-sector-in-rotation/) - One of the characteristics of the multi year bull market has been rotation. By that I mean sectors take their turn moving the general averages higher. In this last exponential rally in the QQQ and SPY it has been led by the heaviest weighted stocks in the index AI and Chips. If you are avoiding jumping into - [Trading Tech Momentum](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-tech-momentum/) - QQQ exploded higher with a powerful breakout move, closing near the highs after surging through the upper Keltner Channel resistance zone. Momentum has clearly shifted back in favor of the bulls as price reclaimed and accelerated away from the mid-channel trend support area that held during the recent pullback. The sharp expansion in +DI versus - [Chart of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-15/) - Earlier this week, shares of Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ: AMD) exploded by more than $50 a share on strong earnings and guidance. And while the stock is taking an expected breather after such an explosive move, AMD could see further upside. Let’s start with AMD earnings. The company delivered an impressive first-quarter performance, posting earnings - [This Simple Ticker Is Ready Pop](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-simple-ticker-is-ready-pop/) - IWM continues to show impressive relative strength as buyers pushed price cleanly above the R1 pivot and toward the upper end of its recent breakout range. The short-term moving averages remain stacked bullishly, while the PPO stays positive and appears ready to curl higher again after working off some near-term momentum excess. ADX is also - [CMI Shares Gain as Buyers Step In](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/cmi-shares-gain-as-buyers-step-in/) - Under the surface of this market, leadership has continued to skew toward industrials tied to real-world infrastructure demand, particularly anything benefiting from the power constraints showing up alongside AI expansion. While many momentum names have begun to stall or rotate, a subset continues to press higher with tight pullbacks being bought quickly. One name quietly - [Chart of the Day: Palantir (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palantir-pltr-4/) - Palantir (NASDAQ: PLTR) had a blowout quarter. For about 11 straight quarters, the company impressed the Street with strong revenue growth, and continued to increase guidance. It’s part of the reason the stock has soared more than 1,800% over the last three years. This week, the company’s EPS of 33 cents beat by five cents. - [Why All Oil Stocks Aren't The Same](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-all-oil-stocks-arent-the-same/) - When we see prices at the pump skyrocket we instantly think big oil companies are raking in the profit. And while it seems like the conflict in Iran would send profits and stock prices shooting up, that isn't the case for all oil stocks. But there is a way to see which will benefit the - [Why You Need To Watch Banks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-you-need-to-watch-banks/) - The tell sector to watch here is XLF--- the financials ETF, which is basically the large banks. If you remain bullish this looks to be the next sector to see rotation --- that means that bulls will rotate into buying in this sector, if/when they tire of chasing the current leaders. Conversely if you are bearish you would want - [This Move Could Bite](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-move-could-bite/) - Advanced Micro Devices has broken out decisively on the weekly chart, pushing into new highs after clearing a multi-month consolidation range. Price has now moved well above prior resistance, confirming strong bullish momentum, with MACD accelerating higher and expanding, signaling increasing trend strength. This market is like a livewire and if you’re serious about becoming a - [Rally Roars On—But It’s Getting Extended](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rally-roars-on-but-its-getting-extended/) - The market just pulled off something big—and it didn’t go unnoticed. We’re seeing a powerful surge to fresh highs across major indexes, a classic hallmark of a strong bull phase 🚀. But here’s where it gets interesting: this rally has been fast, aggressive, and a bit stretched in the short term, setting the stage for - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-21/) - Expected to post earnings on May 20, Nvidia is expected to post another solid quarter. In Q4, Nvidia posted revenue of $68.1 billion, up 73% year over year. Full-year sales came in at $215.9 billion, up 65% year-over-year. And according to CEO Jensen Huang, Blackwell remains a key revenue catalyst, with the upcoming Vera Rubin platform expected to - [A Boring, But Extremely Profitable Investment Idea](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-boring-but-extremely-profitable-investment-idea/) - by Ian Cooper The idea of investing in drones may sound boring. But once you drill down into its growth, there’s plenty to get excited for. For one, the global drone market is taking off. Projected to soar from about $8.8 billion in market value to more than $82.5 billion by 2032, it’s already sending - [The Short Side](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-short-side/) - by Jon Najarian It is possible to play the short side of the market when you’re bearish on a stock, betting that the market will decline, or simply to protect your holdings, whether they are individual stocks or mutual funds. This strategy is called the Put Spread. Let’s say you’ve selected a stock after doing - [Don't Chase This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-chase-this-trade/) - Ford Motor Co. (F) is still acting like a sell-the-pop name, and nothing on this chart suggests that’s changed yet. Price is stuck below the Ichimoku cloud, and every push into resistance has been met with rejection—there’s no sustained bid behind this. Momentum is fading as well. ADX is rolling over, and the +DI / - [What’s Fueling DELL’s Steady Climb](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/whats-fueling-dells-steady-climb/) - It's no secret, there’s been a massive bid under large-cap tech once again, with leadership narrowing into names showing persistent accumulation rather than broad participation. In this kind of tape, the stocks pushing into fresh highs tend to be the ones institutions are quietly building positions in, not chasing late-stage momentum. One name that fits - [What Does Today's Drop Mean?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-does-todays-drop-mean/) - If we are trying to find the next trade, sorting through the broader market swings seems like the best place to start. But the whipsaw nature of the broad market makes it tough to figure out. Wendy Kirkland walked us through what the drop means and how to adjust your trades to increase your likelihood - [Chart of the Day: Palantir (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palantir-pltr-3/) - Keep an eye on Palantir, which will post earnings on Tuesday after the closing bell. In its last quarter, the company beat on earnings thanks to AI and defense demand. In fact, last quarter’s EPS of 25 cents beat by two cents. Revenue of $1.4 billion, up 69.2% year over year, beat by $60 million. - [Where Money Is Moving](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/where-money-is-moving/) - The first couple days of this week will tell us a lot about the rest of the week. We see money starting to look for places to move to as it exits the semiconductors. Plus the unweights S&P index is really becoming the go to index for offering reliable signs in this market climate. Take - [AI Tailwinds Push AMD To New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ai-tailwinds-push-amd-to-new-highs/) - There’s been a definitive shift in leadership back toward semiconductors, with investors rotating aggressively into AI-linked names as momentum continues to build beneath the surface. Breakouts in this group haven’t just been incremental—they’ve come with expansion in both price and participation, suggesting institutions are pressing exposure. One name that quietly transitioned from laggard to leader - [Have you seen this indicator?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/have-you-seen-this-indicator/) - GOOGL is rebounding strongly after finding support near a key pivot level and remains above a rising Ichimoku cloud, keeping the longer-term uptrend intact. Time is one of your most valuable assets. Think of what you can spend it on. Family, vacation, learning, or simply relaxing. If you want to save more time AND get - [Two Wins And The Key Index To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/two-wins-and-the-key-index-to-watch/) - I exited two of the positions I had for Target Zone subscribers on Thursday for gains. Exited are TLT puts and Microsoft bearish put spread. For COP will look to exit that call spread as well if and when we get further strength above Thursdays high. The key index to watch going forward is RSP. This is - [Is this finally the top?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-this-finally-the-top/) - The SPY remains in a strong uptrend, trading well above the Ichimoku cloud, which continues to act as underlying support. Momentum, however, is beginning to level off, with ADX flattening—suggesting the trend is still intact but no longer accelerating. The +DI remains above the -DI, confirming that buyers are still in control despite some recent - [Chart of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-albemarle-alb-14/) - With the lithium supply-demand story heating up again, we highlighted an opportunity in Albemarle (ALB) in January. At the time, it traded at around $162. Today, it’s up to $192.30 and still exploding higher. Lithium prices have rebounded sharply this year - rising from about $17,200 in January to roughly $25,301. The main catalyst is - [Update On My Oil Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/update-on-my-oil-trade/) - As I posted last week I am long the oil sector through Conocophillips at 121-121.50. Also short the long term bonds through the TLT ETF at 87- 87.20. Lastly short Microsoft circa 425. All of these are still not closed out so results are yet to be determined. I am still not buying into the - [The Quiet Force Driving LITE Higher](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-quiet-force-driving-lite-higher/) - Leadership across the AI infrastructure trade continues to assert itself, with capital flowing into names tied directly to data center expansion and optical connectivity. While much of the market has been chopping sideways, select pockets tied to this theme are seeing persistent accumulation rather than speculative bursts. One name quietly riding that wave is Lumentum - [TGT Pullback Opens Fresh Entry Window](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tgt-pullback-opens-fresh-entry-window/) - The kind of pullback most traders wait for just showed up — not weakness, but controlled digestion inside a strong uptrend. Target Corp. (TGT) has been emerging as a clear leader within retail, recently breaking out to multiple new 52-week highs while maintaining a disciplined pattern of higher highs and higher lows. After briefly pushing - [How To Play The Oil Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-play-the-oil-trade/) - The ceasefire continues, and oil prices are testing highs because of the supply disruptions. To answer the question from last week, investors have committed to buy, at least in semiconductor stocks. But I must ask myself why that’s the focus rather than oil companies that are positioned to benefit from higher prices? But not all - [Chart of the Day: Weakness in Tech May be an Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-weakness-in-tech-may-be-an-opportunity/) - Troubles at OpenAI are derailing tech stocks. In fact, as it races to IPO, concerning numbers are raising substantial growth concerns. Reportedly, OpenAI is struggling to meet some of its own ambitious growth targets. According to The Wall Street Journal, the company fell short of an internal goal to reach a billion weekly active users for - [Six Ways to Trade the Cannabis Boom](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/six-ways-to-trade-the-cannabis-boom/) - by Ian Cooper Cannabis stocks could see a massive boost from news that President Trump told federal agencies to prepare for the imminent loosening of federal restrictions on cannabis. “The Drug Enforcement Agency is expected to announce the first steps towards reclassifying the drug as soon as this week,” says the Independent. That kind of - [Do Not Get Hooked on a Single Indicator](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/do-not-get-hooked-on-a-single-indicator/) - by Oliver Velez I am not a big believer in the use, or overuse, of technical indicators. There are charting packages available today that literally contain hundreds of technical indicators. Just the single fact that there are hundreds available should tell you the value of any one of them. They are often very popular with - [Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-aapl-14/) - Keep an eye on Apple ahead of earnings on April 30. According to Bank of America analyst Wamsi Mohan, Apple is likely to post strong second quarter results thanks to demand for the iPhone 17. “As we head into F2Q26 (Mar Q) earnings after market close on Thur., Apr 30th, we see upside to Street estimates - [This Tech Ticker Is The Next Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-tech-ticker-is-the-next-trade/) - NVDA is breaking out to fresh highs while staying firmly above the rising Ichimoku cloud, which signals the longer-term uptrend remains intact. Price has reclaimed momentum after the recent pullback, and the CTM reading has surged back into the upper zone near 89, showing strong trend strength returning. As long as NVDA holds above the - [VRT Powers Into Fresh Highs Again](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/vrt-powers-into-fresh-highs-again/) - Momentum doesn’t just show up in the obvious names—it quietly compounds in the infrastructure powering the entire AI buildout, and that’s exactly where Vertiv Holdings (VRT) is starting to separate again. As capital continues rotating beneath the surface of the headline chip trade, VRT has remained a consistent beneficiary, driven by the growing demand for - [A Couple Specific Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-couple-specific-trades/) - The rally seems to be tightening up and I spotted a sign that new highs are dependent on a small number of stocks. This begs caution as we watch this week unfold. Beneath the surface there are a couple set ups I am interested in. I outlined them in my weekly update that you can - [Chart of the Day: ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-proshares-sp-500-dividend-aristocrats-etf-nobl-2/) - If you’re looking for safety - and income - Dividend Aristocrats and Dividend Kings are a great place to start. Dividend Aristocrats are widely considered some of the highest-quality companies in the market. To earn this title, a company must have increased its dividend payouts for at least 25 consecutive years. Dividend Kings take that - [Reversal In The Making](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/reversal-in-the-making/) - PM bounced sharply today after an extended pullback, gaining more than 3% as buyers stepped in near recent support. The Parabolic SAR (blue dots) has remained above price during the decline, signaling the short-term downtrend is still in place, but today’s strong candle suggests that pressure may be easing. The Detrended Price Oscillator, or DPO - [Chart of the Day: Tilray Brands (TLRY)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-tilray-brands-tlry-2/) - Cannabis stocks could see a massive boost from news that President Trump told federal agencies to prepare for the imminent loosening of federal restrictions on cannabis. “The Drug Enforcement Agency is expected to announce the first steps towards reclassifying the drug as soon as this week,” says the Independent. That kind of policy shift could - [Looks Like A Top--Here's Why](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/looks-like-a-top-heres-why/) - On Wednesday I got off the patience fence and moved to the short side for subscribers. My short side picks were IBM (since confirmed by poor earnings reception after the close), DKNG, QCOM, ORCL, IBIT, PYPL. I think the market has likely seen a top. I believe there is considerable downside risk here. As - [Where Is Tech Headed?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/where-is-tech-headed/) - QQQ rebounded sharply this week after testing support near its rising 22-week moving average, a level that often acts as a trend guide during sustained uptrends. Price strength was confirmed by the Full Stochastic, which surged out of oversold territory and produced a bullish crossover, suggesting momentum has turned back in favor of the bulls. - [ETN Momentum Shift You Should See](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/etn-momentum-shift-you-should-see/) - Persistent buying pressure is starting to tip into a decisive breakout phase in the infrastructure trade, and Eaton Corp. (ETN) is beginning to stand out. The stock is breaking out cleanly while holding above all major trendlines, a sign that institutional support remains firmly in place beneath the move. What stands out today is the - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-microsoft-msft-4/) - In early April, we noted: Microsoft has been one of the hardest-hit names in tech, down roughly 22% year-to-date. The stock now trades at about 22x forward P/E — a level not seen since 2016. For the first time since 2015, Microsoft is trading at a discount to the broader S&P 500. Technically, the stock - [War and Peace-How to Trade It](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/war-and-peace-how-to-trade-it/) - The ceasefire has been extended. Does this mean investors can buy the market with confidence? Or does it simply delay the decision on the next direction of the market? For me, the extension more likely means the latter. Perhaps it’s the former. But the higher confidence trade for me now is to focus on the - [Small Cap Momentum = Winning Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-cap-momentum-winning-trade/) - IWM continues to show improving momentum as price pushes higher after reclaiming both the 20-day and 50-day moving averages. The recent breakout attempt is supported by a rising ADX line, signaling trend strength is building, while +DI remains above -DI, confirming buyers are in control. Small caps appear to be gaining leadership, making IWM a - [Massive Market Run—Pullback Incoming Next?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/massive-market-run-pullback-incoming-next/) - Blink and you missed it —one of the fastest, most relentless rallies in recent memory has taken stocks from deeply oversold to aggressively overbought in a near straight shot. This powerful V-shaped surge has shattered expectations, propelling markets to fresh highs with barely a pause along the way. But after such a vertical move, conditions - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-amazon-amzn-3/) - On April 7, we said that “Amazon is trading at less than 28x forward earnings — historically low compared to its 10-year average. Also, while the market has reacted negatively to short-term headwinds such as increased capital expenditures, margin pressure, and intensified competition, these concerns appear overblown.” At the time, AMZN traded at about $210. Today, - [Apple’s Tim Cook Sees an Opportunity in Nike Pullback](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/apples-tim-cook-sees-an-opportunity-in-nike-pullback/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to spot opportunity is by paying attention to insider activity. After all, it is the insiders who know their company the best – and if they’re buying, pay close attention. Oftentimes, there’s a good reason for their buying spree. Here are three you may want to keep - [Options and Futures Contract Specifications](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/options-and-futures-contract-specifications/) - by Don Wellenreiter There are a few things you should know about options & futures contract specifications. Futures contracts (but not options) have letter designations that tell you what the month of delivery is, and your broker may use them or ask you to use them. They are as follows: January = F February = - [Next Move--This Is A Rare Storm](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/next-move-this-is-a-rare-storm/) - There are a number of markets at extremes right now in terms of retail retail customer positions, fund positions, and hedger positions. Extremes can persist, but when there are this many it creates a very dangerous and almost certainly volatile environment ahead. Lets review; Funds are long Bonds at 3 year extremes. Funds are long the stock market - [Hewlett Packard Reveals A Set Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hewlett-packard-reveals-a-set-up/) - HPE is showing impressive relative strength as shares break to fresh highs with momentum accelerating. Price remains well above a rising Ichimoku Cloud, reinforcing that the longer-term bullish trend is firmly intact, while the conversion and base lines continue to support the advance. Expanding volume adds credibility to the breakout. RSI has moved above 70, - [XLI Resurgence Hints At Bigger Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/xli-resurgence-hints-at-bigger-move/) - The market is starting to tip its hand—and one of the most economically sensitive groups is quietly moving back into a position of strength. That shift matters, because when cyclicals begin to reassert leadership, it often signals confidence building beneath the surface rather than fading. The Industrial Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLI) is a clear - [Chart of the Day: Nike (NKE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nike-nke-8/) - One of the best ways to spot opportunity is by paying attention to insider activity. After all, it is the insiders who know their company the best – and if they’re buying, pay close attention. Oftentimes, there’s a good reason for their buying spree. Here are three you may want to keep an eye on now. - [This AI Name Keeps Climbing Higher](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-ai-name-keeps-climbing-higher/) - A fresh wave of capital is quietly piling into AI hardware names—and one chart is separating itself from the pack in a way that’s hard to ignore. Leadership has been tightening into a select group of stocks making sustained moves higher, and Celestica, Inc. (CLS) is now firmly in that camp. The stock has not - [Chart of the Day: Tesla](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-tesla/) - Tesla is on deck for earnings on Wednesday, April 22. Analysts generally expect first-quarter EPS of about 36 to 39 cents a share on revenue of about $22 billion to $22.4 billion. We already know that Tesla had a softer quarter in terms of deliveries. The company reported 358,023 vehicles delivered—roughly 7,600 units below expectations - [Stocks Soar Again—But Is Tension Building?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-soar-again-but-tension-is-building/) - The market just pulled off a move that few saw coming—and it’s turning heads fast. After a sharp March slide, equities snapped back with explosive momentum, reclaiming major levels and holding them with conviction. This sudden shift back into full “risk-on” mode has fueled aggressive chasing, catching many traders off guard as strength continues to - [Grabbing Some Tech Profit Power](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grabbing-some-tech-profit-power/) - QQQ continues to show strong upside momentum, breaking higher as buyers return to the growth and tech names. Price has recovered sharply from the recent lows and is now pushing into an area where prior resistance could come into play. The TSI has turned up aggressively and crossed above its signal line, confirming improving momentum, - [Chart of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-albemarle-alb-13/) - With the lithium supply-demand story heating up again, we highlighted an opportunity in Albemarle (ALB) in January. At the time, it traded at around $162. Today, it’s up to $200 and still exploding higher. Fueling a good deal of upside, the world needs to get its hands on more lithium supply – and fast. As we - [What Goes Up...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-goes-up/) - SPY has staged a sharp recovery, but it’s now pressing into a meaningful decision zone. Price reclaimed both the 20-day and 50-day EMAs and pushed back toward prior resistance near the upper part of your circled area. At the same time, MACD has surged higher with strong momentum, but it’s becoming extended after a fast - [Morgan Stanley Surge Signals Something Bigger](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/morgan-stanley-surge-signals-something-bigger/) - Financials have staged a sharp character shift—and the tape is starting to reward it, with capital rotating decisively back into names that held key support and rebuilt their trend structure. That shift is showing up clearly in Morgan Stanley (MS), which absorbed a steep February–March pullback, found support, and has since surged in a powerful - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Gold Miners ETF (GDX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-gold-miners-etf-gdx/) - Gold rallied about 65% higher in 2025, its strongest showing in years. Now, after pulling back to about $4,800, it’s creating another opportunity. In fact, according to analysts at UBS, the metal could rally to $6,200 by mid-year with geopolitical tensions, two potential interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve by September, further and central - [How To Trade In A War Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-trade-in-a-war-market/) - Trading in the current hostile global environment may seem impossible, but there are tips that make it very manageable and keep your account goals on track. One critical thing to keep in mind is how your trading style and plan fits this environment. I hit the wall in the last week or so and hit - [A Couple Big Wins And A Lesson](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-couple-big-wins-and-a-lesson/) - On the good news front my GDX bull spread from the day of the low a couple weeks ago was exited on Tuesday for a tidy gain of +70%. That leaves me looking for what is next and not finding too much that interests me. Mag 7 has done incredible off the lows a couple weeks ago.. at - [Stocks Rip Higher—But For How Long?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-rip-higher-but-for-how-long/) - Markets just pulled off a stunning, blink-and-you-missed-it comeback—a powerful V-shaped recovery that caught most traders flat-footed. What changed? The exact trio of pressure points that had been weighing on stocks—volatility, surging energy prices, and rising rates—suddenly flipped, unleashing a wave of upside momentum. We broke down the technical signals that tipped this move early and - [A Solid, Confirmed Trend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-solid-confirmed-trend/) - DAL is showing renewed strength after a recent pullback, with price rebounding sharply back above the Ichimoku cloud and posting a strong upside candle on increased volume. This suggests buyers are regaining control and momentum is improving. But this is the key... RSI has also turned higher and is moving into bullish territory, supporting the - [This Semiconductor Stock Just Got a Street-High Price Target](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-semiconductor-stock-just-got-a-street-high-price-target/) - by Ian Cooper Semiconductor stocks are once again in focus – particularly those tied to artificial intelligence and data center expansion. One name drawing significant attention is SanDisk, which has already delivered a massive run of more than 2,000% over the past year. However, even after that surge, analysts believe the stock may still have meaningful - [Filter Your Entry](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/filter-your-entry/) - by Darrell Jobman We emphasize that the basic Turtle system is pretty simple and easy to follow, but our entry rules do indicate two additional filters in an attempt to increase our odds of success. Filter #1: The first filter deals with the general concept that markets move in alternating periods of trending and consolidation, - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-microsoft-msft-3/) - On April 8, we noted: “Microsoft has been one of the hardest-hit names in tech, down roughly 22% year-to-date. The stock now trades at about 22x forward P/E — a level not seen since 2016. For the first time since 2015, Microsoft is trading at a discount to the broader S&P 500. Technically, the stock - [Finding The True Trend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/finding-the-true-trend/) - With the big snap back up in the market, I have been searching for some confirmation of where the trend is. I found a great overview that I can use to set up trades this week. Wendy Kirkland sent this to a small group and agreed to let me share it here. It showed the - [This Is Ready To Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-ready-to-breakout/) - AMZN is showing a strong rebound off recent lows, with price reclaiming the Ichimoku cloud and pushing higher as the slope indicator turns upward—signaling improving momentum. But take a look at this. The recent series of strong candles suggests buyers have stepped back in with conviction, supported by an increase in volume. This market is - [Datacenter Boom Lifting This Name](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/datacenter-boom-lifting-this-name/) - Strength has continued to cluster around the AI infrastructure theme, even as the broader market chops and rotates trying to gain traction. The names holding firm — and snapping back quickly after minor drawdowns — are starting to separate themselves from the noise, signaling where institutional demand is actually sticking. One standout in that group - [Chart of the Day: Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) ](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-schwab-u-s-dividend-equity-etf-schd/) - If you’re looking for safety and dividends in a crazed market, consider exchange-traded funds (ETFs) like the Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD). The Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF (SCHD) offers a balance between income, quality, and cost efficiency. With an extremely low expense ratio of 0.06% and a dividend yield close to 4%, SCHD - [Navigating A Market Minefield](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/navigating-a-market-minefield-2/) - We are watching the next cycle in the war with Iran as the talks over the weekend weren't able to produce a result. I want to cover something that often gets overlooked in big, broad market moves like we are seeing. I am looking for individual stocks that are still forming solid patterns and offer - [This Software Chart Keeps Getting Worse](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-software-chart-keeps-getting-worse/) - Pressure across the software industry hasn’t let up, and the market continues to reflect steady institutional de-risking as rallies stall and breakdowns extend. What once led the market higher has now turned into a source of funds, as investors reassess long-duration growth in the face of accelerating AI disruption. That shift is now showing up - [Will Higher Levels Hold?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/will-higher-levels-hold/) - The major bullish activity following cease fire news has changed the game this week, but will it hold? Is the market hinging on the cease fire sustaining? The charts tell a lot about what to expect in the coming week. Blane Markham pinpointed the key levels that reveal the most probable next moves in his - [Chart of the Day: Sandisk (SNDK)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-sandisk-sndk/) - Up more than 2,000% over the last year, shares of Sandisk (SNDK) could rally even more heading into third-quarter earnings on April 30. Despite its massive run, Wall Street analysts still believe the stock has significant upside, driven by surging demand for NAND memory and improving pricing conditions. In fact, analysts at Bernstein still say - [That Signal Paid Off](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/that-signal-paid-off/) - Following up on our post from Tuesday about a strong signal we saw in Walmart (WMT). It took a $2.88 position and sent it up to just over $4 in a day. Here is the previous post where the trade I found using Wendy Kirkland's DNA Indicator helped me spot a the May 15 130 - [How This is Propped Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-this-is-propped-up/) - Things are far from settled in the geopolitical context, and arguably may be worse. This is not a backdrop for fresh longs. The opposite actually I think. If anything, shorts are well squeezed and it looks to me like the downside is once again the way I would bet. Take a look at the SPY weekly - [Another Rebound Grab](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/another-rebound-grab/) - LULU is attempting a short-term rebound after an extended downtrend, with price lifting off recent lows but still trading within a broader bearish structure. The parabolic SAR has flipped bullish, suggesting near-term momentum is shifting, while the stochastic oscillator is rising out of oversold territory, indicating improving buying pressure. However, the stock remains below key - [The Rally Just Got Real—Here’s Why](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-rally-just-got-real-heres-why/) - Markets were hanging by a thread… and then everything changed. After last week’s powerful relief rally off deeply oversold conditions, stocks slammed into a critical “line in the sand” and stalled—setting up a make-or-break moment. With a high-stakes geopolitical deadline looming, volatility surged and investors braced for impact… until a perfectly timed de-escalation headline delivered - [Chart of the Day: Global X Cybersecurity ETF (BUG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-global-x-cybersecurity-etf-bug-2/) - Reportedly, Iran cyberattacks against U.S. organizations are only increasing. U.S. agencies warned that municipalities should be on the lookout for unusual activity – especially around water and energy facilities. In fact, in a joint statement, the “U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), and National - [Gas Price Hike Lifts This Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gas-price-hike-lifts-this-ticker/) - Everyone is feeling the pinch at the pump and there isn't relief on the horizon. That wallet squeeze is creating some solid upward momentum in one ticker in particular as consumers look everywhere they can to offset the dent in their monthly budget. The chart is below but let me explain how I found this - [How To Read And Trade The Bounce](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-read-and-trade-the-bounce/) - DIA is attempting a short-term bounce after a sharp pullback, with price stabilizing but still trading below prior resistance levels. Momentum is improving as PPO turns higher from deeply negative territory, while ADX suggests trend strength remains intact. I send setups like this real-time to a select group of traders. They are able to copy - [GEV Demand Tells a Bigger Story](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gev-demand-tells-a-bigger-story/) - Volatility has been shaking out weak hands, but it’s also revealing something more important—where capital refuses to leave. Beneath the surface, leadership hasn’t vanished; it’s narrowed, with money continuing to cluster into names tied to durable, structural themes. While most stocks have struggled to maintain direction, a select few continue to trend cleanly, absorbing selling - [Chart of the Day: Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microsoft-msft-13/) - After a sharp market pullback, tech stocks are trading at levels rarely seen — presenting potential long-term buying opportunities. In fact, according to analysts at Goldman Sachs and Wells Fargo, valuations in the tech sector have dipped to unusually attractive levels. As noted by CNBC, “S&P 500 Index Information Technology shares have lagged the broader - [Trading the Ceasefire](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-ceasefire/) - Is this more noise or is this the end of the chaos? We have a 14-day ceasefire. That sounds like things are going the right direction for negotiations toward a plan for peace in the Middle East. But what if the negotiations don’t go as planned? Then what? We continue to have a fundamental macroeconomic - [New S&P Target](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-sp-target/) - As I said on the weekend update, the balance of evidence favored an intermediate term low had been made. However, that was NOT enough to trade off of given the overriding significance of context. The context could have, and could still, completely blow out any chart pattern, option analytics, or technical strategy. The news Tuesday was a - [This Big Jump Is An Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-big-jump-is-an-opportunity/) - PANW is showing a short-term bounce within a broader downtrend, with price reclaiming the 8 EMA and testing the 20 EMA from below. The recent move higher looks like a relief rally after a sharp selloff, but the trend structure remains bearish unless price can break and hold above the $170–175 zone. ADX is starting - [Everything Changed With One Headline](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/everything-changed-with-one-headline/) - Pressure was building beneath the surface—and the market was sitting right at a critical crossroads. Price action remained stuck in a fragile “wait-and-see” mode as investors braced for a potential escalation tied to the Iran deadline, keeping volatility bottled up and ready to expand. While last week’s rebound hinted that a short-term bottom might be - [Three Hot Stocks to Buy and Hold as the Weather Warms Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/three-hot-stocks-to-buy-and-hold-as-the-weather-warms-up/) - by Ian Cooper It’s time to start investing in oversold travel stocks, especially as we move into the warmer months of the year when demand for vacations and leisure activities pick up. Historically, around this time of the year, we see interest in companies tied to travel and tourism, as consumers begin planning trips, book - [Chart of the Day: Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-amazon-amzn-11/) - Keep an eye on Amazon (AMZN). Amazon is trading at less than 28x forward earnings — historically low compared to its 10-year average. This discount comes at a time when the company’s growth catalysts remain strong. AWS, Amazon’s cloud segment, is benefiting from the growing demand for AI infrastructure. Also, while the market has reacted - [Understanding Candlesticks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/understanding-candlesticks/) - by Adam Oliensis Japanese Candlesticks provide an excellent piece of the Technical Analysis puzzle. Each candle gives you the opening price, the low of the period, the high of the period, and the closing price. Because markets are fractal (they display similar properties in all time frames) the "period" of an individual candle may be - [This Ticker Is Taking Off](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-ticker-is-taking-off/) - Boeing (BA) is attempting a short-term bounce after a sharp downtrend from its February highs, but the broader structure still favors sellers. Price remains well below prior support levels, now acting as resistance, indicating continued bearish pressure. The recent uptick in %B shows price pushing off the lower Bollinger Band, suggesting a relief rally rather - [Tesla Breakdown Is Getting Hard to Ignore](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tesla-breakdown-is-getting-hard-to-ignore/) - What’s unfolding right now isn’t panic selling—it’s something far more methodical, and arguably more telling. Former market leaders are no longer being aggressively sold… they’re simply not being defended. That subtle absence of demand has led to a steady pattern of failed bounces and controlled drift lower, a dynamic that often goes overlooked until it’s - [A Key To Trading Today's Flat Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-key-to-trading-todays-flat-market/) - As the indexes hover, looking for a push to send them on their next move we are looking for ways to trade this market and keep the income flowing. When we see wild swings in short time frames, we have to remember to not lose sight of the broader trend. Wendy Kirkland walked us through - [Chart of the Day: Freeport-McMoRan (FCX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-freeport-mcmoran-fcx-2/) - America is running out of copper. And with artificial intelligence, electric vehicles, battery storage, the electrical grid are already being pushed to their limits. And each one depends on copper. Unfortunately, according to S&P Global, demand for the metal is expected to rocket 50% from current levels to more than 42 million metric tons by - [My Tip Paid Off](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/my-tip-paid-off/) - I posted this chart of Intel last week with the explicit buy recommendation. The stock closed at 41 the previous day. In the remainder of the week it rallied 18% to over $50. Call Options were reasonably priced as I also pointed out. A great win in a tough, very news driven overall trading environment. I - [Home Depot Just Triggered a Bearish Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/home-depot-just-triggered-a-bearish-signal/) - There’s been a clear shift in how capital is flowing through retail names, particularly those tied to home purchase activity, which has narrowed and downside follow-through is becoming more consistent. That underlying hesitation is showing up clearly in Home Depot (HD), a name that has struggled to sustain upside momentum amid a housing market constrained - [Blip or Rebound? What To Expect](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/blip-or-rebound-what-to-expect/) - Following the long 3-day weekend we are looking to next week to set up our strategy to harness the live wire market that we have been seeing for the last couple months. Blane Markham gave us a solid view and some actionable insight in his weekly Market Periscope. In fact he spotted a very key - [How To Trade COIN's Downtrend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-trade-coins-downtrend/) - Participation across more speculative pockets of the market and crypto-linked names has continued to erode, with rallies fading quickly and sellers maintaining control of the trend. Coinbase (COIN) has been a clear reflection of that pressure, rolling over after a mid-2025 peak and establishing a persistent sequence of lower highs and lower lows since October. - [Chart of the Day: Hilton Worldwide (HLT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-hilton-worldwide-hlt/) - It’s time to start investing in oversold travel stocks, especially as we move into the warmer months of the year when demand for vacations and leisure activities picks up. Historically, around this time of the year, we see interest in companies tied to travel and tourism, as consumers begin planning trips, booking hotels, cruises, and other experiences. - [Market Whipsaws After Oil Surge Shock](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-whipsaws-after-oil-surge-shock/) - Markets didn’t just react—they snapped ⚡. A high-stakes presidential speech lit the fuse, sending overnight futures tumbling while oil surged aggressively, spilling straight into a chaotic open. But just as fear took hold, a fresh headline flipped the script, triggering a stunning intraday reversal that caught traders off guard. Even more intriguing, a key relationship - [Confirming a Reversal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/confirming-a-reversal/) - Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) is attempting to stabilize after a sharp pullback from recent highs, with price rebounding off the lower Keltner Channel and moving back toward the midline. The recent decline pushed price to the lower end of its range, but the Ease of Movement (EMV) indicator shows a sharp recovery from deeply negative levels, suggesting - [Chart of the Day: How to Trade Cooling Volatility](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-trade-cooling-volatility/) - With hopes the war with Iran is ending, markets are exploding. Oil prices are dropping. Volatility is on its way down. And, according to President Trump, the war could be over in two to three weeks. “We have had regime change. Now, regime change was not one of the things I had as a goal. - [Lock Up Your Gains](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/lock-up-your-gains/) - The noise of the market action continues as we bounce between speculation of a future resolution in the Middle East and the ensuing lack of follow-through updates. Is this time different? Unfortunately, the only way we will know if it’s different is if (or when) it is different. In the meantime, the downside trend in - [Trading A Building Reversal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-a-building-reversal/) - Boeing (BA) remains in a well-defined downtrend, with price consistently making lower highs and lower lows while staying below short-term moving averages. However, recent price action shows a short-term bounce attempt, supported by a bullish MACD crossover and rising histogram, suggesting momentum may be shifting in the near term. While this does not yet confirm - [This Name Isn’t Breaking Like Others](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-name-isnt-breaking-like-others/) - Risk appetite has cooled meaningfully in recent weeks, with leadership thinning out and many previously reliable trends breaking down or stalling completely. The tape has taken on a far more selective tone, rewarding patience and discipline. In this kind of environment, capital tends to migrate toward stability and consistency rather than growth and momentum. That - [How We Uncover Opportunities In Market Chaos](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-we-uncover-opportunities-in-market-chaos/) - The market may have staged a sharp bounce, but beneath the surface the damage is piling up fast ⚠️📉. Key indexes have already broken through major support zones, which are now acting as stubborn overhead resistance, while a persistent pattern of lower highs and lower lows continues to define the trend. Even more concerning, individual - [How to Spot Opportunity as Warren Buffett Has](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-spot-opportunity-as-warren-buffett-has/) - by Ian Cooper After decades of building Berkshire Hathaway, billionaire Warren Buffett has stepped down after making many of his investors filthy rich. As noted by CNBC, “Berkshire ‘has a better chance I think of being here 100 years from now than any company I can think of.’ Buffett, who is being succeeded by Greg - [The Secret to 1-2-3 or A-B-C Market Movements](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-secret-to-1-2-3-or-a-b-c-market-movements/) - by Lee Gettess What we want to see is how the market is forming on intraday charts as they approach a system entry. These patterns have been discussed at great length. Much has been written about 1-2-3 or A-B-C patterns, and they are a good place to start. For those of you who are unfamiliar, - [Chart of the Day: Palo Alto Networks (PANW)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palo-alto-networks-panw-5/) - After a bad start to the year, Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW) just saw a massive vote of confidence from CEO Nikesh Arora. On March 27, according to US SEC filings, he bought 68,085 shares at prices ranging from $146.46 to $147.48. Helping, there’s substantial demand for AI-driven cybersecurity. And, according to analysts at Macquarie, - [The Next Big Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-next-big-move/) - It appears positive news with the geopolitical situation may be coming into focus. I spoke to this in the weekend video, and further evidence of it today with a presser happening Tuesday morning. I suspect the market is set for a relief rally. If the market does not react positively right away, see any hesitation as opportunity, as - [GOOG Pattern Shows Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/goog-pattern-show-opportunity/) - Alphabet (GOOG) is showing clear signs of a trend shift after an extended uptrend, with price now breaking below both the 20 and 50-day EMAs and establishing a pattern of lower highs and lower lows. Recent selling pressure has pushed RSI down near oversold levels, but importantly, this reflects strong bearish momentum rather than an - [What To Watch This Week](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-watch-this-week-3/) - Here is a quick video update I do for my students that shows where to look for the great trades this week beneath the chop. It's a quick watch and dives beneath the headlines and the indexes to look at how money is moving as people react to the war and skyrocketing gas prices. Take - [Chart of the Day: How to Trade the Aluminum Supply Crisis](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-trade-the-aluminum-supply-crisis/) - Aluminum prices could rally to higher highs. That’s because Iran attacked two Middle Eastern producers over the weekend, raising fears of a massive supply crisis. In fact, Iranian strikes on major aluminum plants in the UAE and Bahrain have sparked a 6% surge in aluminum prices on the London Metal Exchange, threatening global supply. These attacks - [The Housing Trade Is Breaking Down](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-housing-trade-is-breaking-down/) - There’s a noticeable divergence developing within the broader market, where certain cyclical pockets continue to deteriorate even when there is a relief bounce in the indices. Housing-related names, in particular, have struggled to find support, reflecting a backdrop where activity remains sluggish and capital is hesitant to re-engage. The tape in this group has been - [This Sector Is Lagging And Looks To Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-sector-is-lagging-and-looks-to-move/) - The war in Iran is dragging on and one question is what will the off ramp be? From our perspective as traders, the question is how many headlines will impact the market in the meantime. Whether the headlines materialize or not, they will likely impact the markets as we have seen already. I have seen - [How Far Down Will We Go?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-far-down-will-we-go-2/) - QQQ is showing early signs of short-term weakness as momentum begins to shift. The Aroon Oscillator has turned negative, signaling a potential transition from an uptrend into a pullback phase, while RSI remains below the midpoint near 40—indicating there is still room for downside before reaching oversold conditions. This combination suggests bearish momentum is building - [Exceptions To The Correction](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exceptions-to-the-correction/) - With markets continuing their decline, a clear pattern is starting to develop. What was had been vicious chop is now turning into a consistent correction. We have a couple key target levels to keep an eye on that could act as support that we have to be mindful of. Blane Markham really nailed this overview - [Chart of the Day: Tesla (TSLA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-tesla-tsla-11/) - Since peaking at $498.83 in December, Tesla (TSLA) slipped to a recent low of $364.46, where the oversold stock is starting to pivot. Helping, Morgan Stanley says Tesla’s robotaxi rollout is the most important catalyst. The firm added that: “Superior robotaxi unit economics are supported by vertical integration and innovative Cybercab production – Tesla is changing the - [Social Media Favorite Turns Bearish Fast](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/social-media-favorite-turns-bearish-fast/) - Selling pressure has been persistent as the broader market has started to wobble, with recent attempts at stabilization lacking conviction and follow-through. Beneath that surface, certain names are breaking down far more aggressively, showing clear relative weakness compared to the indices. This kind of divergence tends to highlight where sellers remain firmly in control, even - [Markets Crack As Bears Dial Up Pressure](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-crack-as-bears-dial-up-pressure/) - Cracks beneath the surface are turning into something much bigger—and the charts are telling the story. 📊 Persistent selling pressure continues to dominate the major U.S. indexes, with each bounce quickly fading as traders treat strength as an opportunity to unload risk. A well-defined downward trendline remains firmly in control, shutting down upside attempts time - [Chart of the Day: Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-energy-select-sector-spdr-etf-xle/) - With no end in sight for the war, keep an eye on energy ETFs such as the Energy Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLE). With an expense ratio of 0.09%, the XLE ETF provides exposure to companies in the oil, gas, and consumable fuel, energy equipment, and services industries, as noted by State Street SPDR. Since 2026 began, - [Chart of the Day: Top Ways to Trade a Potential SpaceX IPO](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-top-ways-to-trade-a-potential-spacex-ipo/) - We could soon see a SpaceX IPO. Rumors are intensifying that SpaceX could soon file its IPO prospectus—possibly as early as this week. Even more striking are projections that the offering could raise as much as $50 billion, implying a valuation near $1.8 trillion. If that scenario unfolds, it would instantly become one of the most - [Looking For Quick, Safe Grabs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/looking-for-quick-safe-grabs/) - There’s been a lot of talk about progress towards peace, but so far, it’s all talk. Will it amount to something more concrete? While we wait and listen to how this is all playing out, the market continues to chop up and down as the narrative shifts from the possibility of peace to lack of - [Signals Proving True and Setting Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/signals-proving-true-and-setting-up/) - Quick Update--Monday we had a full room for the live demo of DNA Indicator and it spotted a great trade in CRWD that the attendees could just copy and grab. We are hosting another demo today at 1pm ET and will be highlighting additional trades that DNA is decoding right now. If you want to - [Energy Strength Breaking From The Pack](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/energy-strength-breaking-from-the-pack/) - Strength has been increasingly concentrated in a narrow pocket of the market, with energy continuing to separate itself from a tape that otherwise looks heavy and under duress. While many sectors struggle to sustain momentum, refiners have quietly maintained persistent upside pressure, aided by both structural constraints and recent geopolitical developments. Even as volatility picks - [Rally Failures Signal More Downside Ahead](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rally-failures-signal-more-downside-ahead/) - The market is flashing warning signs—and the technicals are getting louder. 📉 A clear pattern of lower highs and lower lows continues to take shape, with repeated failed rallies running straight into stubborn overhead resistance just beneath a key channel level. Despite a brief bounce off oversold conditions, price action remains weak and uninspiring, with - [CEO Just Bought Nearly 30,000 Shares After Short Report](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ceo-just-bought-nearly-30000-shares-after-short-report/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to spot opportunity is by paying attention to insider activity. After all, it is the insiders who know they’re company the best – and if they’re buying, pay close attention. Oftentimes, there’s a good reason for their buying spree. Here are three you may want to keep - [Confirming Indicators](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/confirming-indicators/) - by George Angell A market does not exist in a vacuum. There are always complementary indicators, markets, and news events that influence how a single futures market behaves. Indeed, there are often so many of these, the problem becomes how best to sort out the abundance of information rather than a dearth of news. The key is knowing - [Chart of the Day: Chevron (CVX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-chevron-cvx-7/) - Keep an eye on further potential upside in Chevron (CVX). With war intensifying, oil could eventually test $200. “We posit that the ongoing loss of energy supply to [the] global economy is so large (larger than the shocks of the 1970s as a share of oil supply) that it simply must be solved, either militarily - [Exploiting A Bounce](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-a-bounce/) - Yesterday was a wild swing. Headlines sent the markets rebounding and it triggered a ton of action in the market. But you can't lose sight of the bigger picture. Wendy Kirkland shared here weekly update and it was a real eye opener. It is quite possible that the rebound yesterday could be a great opportunity - [Early Warning On Citigroup](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/early-warning-on-citigroup/) - Citigroup (C) is still holding its broader uptrend, but the CCI has rolled over sharply from overbought territory and is now slipping back toward the zero line. That shift signals fading bullish momentum and increasing risk of short-term consolidation or pullback. While the longer-term trend remains intact, this loss of momentum may favor patience or - [Chart of the Day: Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microsoft-msft-12/) - Keep an eye on oversold shares of Microsoft (MSFT). After catching strong double bottom support at around $380, it’s starting to pivot higher. It’s also starting to pivot higher from over-extensions on RSI, Williams’ %R, and Full Stochastics. From its last traded price of $385.42, we’d like to see MSFT initially retest $400. Helping, analysts - [The Key To Defensive Trading](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-key-to-defensive-trading/) - Protecting your account starts with a couple strategies that can make all of the difference between getting wiped out and just taking a small hit or coming out flat. I am in trade where I am playing a bit of defense right now and it is a great example of how to pivot when things - [A Breakout Trend Fueled by Energy Chaos](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-breakout-trend-fueled-by-energy-chaos/) - Energy has been the clear point of strength across this tape, and it hasn’t been subtle. The group began the year with strong relative momentum, but since the escalation of conflict involving Iran, that leadership has only accelerated as capital aggressively rotates into the space. With a meaningful portion of global oil and LNG supply - [Chart of the Day: Crisis is Creating an Opportunity Here](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-crisis-is-creating-an-opportunity-here/) - According to analysts at HSBC, markets are pricing in a recession. However, they added that markets are still creating buy opportunities, spotting “dislocations in equity markets,” as quoted by CNBC. “Talk of a shift toward stagflation is building, but we would argue equity markets price action is more indicative of trading for a recessionary outcome,” - [Hidden Opportunities in Broader Weakness](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hidden-opportunities-in-broader-weakness/) - The weakening in the market has crossed a key line that signals a potential sign of a bigger correction. All of the signs are lining up so the next question is what to do about it as you set up your trades. Blane Markham sent in his weekly update Market Periscope that lays it all - [Armor Your Trades Like This](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/armor-your-trades-like-this/) - On the attached chart I am long GDX from 89 on Wednesday. The stock closed Thursday around 83, so a pretty severe one day haircut. However that knife can cut both ways, and I remain bullish on Gold and the gold miners. So look for a possible very quick recovery. For subscribers I am long June option - [The AI Winner Nobody’s Watching](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-quiet-ai-winner-nobodys-watching/) - Market leadership has continued to narrow around infrastructure plays tied to the ongoing buildout of next-generation compute. While many of the headline AI names have become crowded trades, the tape is quietly rewarding adjacent plays that benefit from second-order demand. This quiet yet powerful rotation has produced some of the most technically consistent trends in - [Be Cautious, But Take The Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/be-cautious-but-take-the-win/) - RSI (Relative Strength Index) is a momentum indicator that measures the strength of recent price moves on a scale from 0–100. Readings above 70 suggest overbought conditions, while below 30 indicate oversold. In strong uptrends, RSI often holds above the 40–50 range, acting as a “bullish support zone.” Join me for a live demo and - [Bears Tighten Grip as Support Breaks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bears-tighten-grip-as-support-breaks/) - The market isn’t just wobbling… it’s cracking ⚠️📉. What looked like a quick relief bounce early in the week turned out to be a classic trap, with sellers regaining control fast and driving price action straight back lower. Now, a major long-term support level has been breached, putting the broader uptrend on thin ice and - [Chart of the Day: Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF (VDE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vanguard-energy-index-fund-etf-vde/) - A strong option for dividend seekers is the Vanguard Energy Index Fund ETF, which focuses specifically on the energy sector, which is rallying on energy supply disruptions. With an expense ratio of 0.09% and a yield of about 2.43%, VDE offers targeted exposure to oil, gas, and energy infrastructure companies. The fund holds roughly 100+ - [Extracting Gains From A Deeper Pullback](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/extracting-gains-from-a-deeper-pullback/) - QUICK ALERT--I have had a wave of emails come in asking for my insight on the best way to harness the explosive volatility of this current market. It has been overwhelming. The good news is there is a tool that is turning this wild market into wins and I am going to do a live - [Chart of the Day: Carnival (CCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-carnival-ccl-2/) - On March 27, Carnival is expected to post strong earnings and guidance. Despite a recent pullback in the stock thanks to conflict in the Middle East, we do expect to see strong earnings and guidance from the company. After all, “Demand for cruises remains strong for 2026, with clear signs that younger travelers and luxury consumers - [The Hidden Set Up You Missed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-hidden-set-up-you-missed/) - Geopolitical risk and macroeconomic concerns continue to dominate the market. While we don’t know what’s going to happen next, there continues to be speculative trading on continued conflict in the middle east. And perhaps the market finally has something to stick with. For months, the market has chopped and rotated in and out and back - [This ETF Is Ripe For A Move Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-etf-is-ripe-for-a-move-up/) - I like the gold miner ETF symbol GDX in this area as a buy. On the attached chart we could sweep the lows, but if we do, I still think a recovery higher would be in the immediate future. So buy it here or possibly buy it lower, but in my view buy it somewhere. Thanks, - [IBM Shows Trade Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ibm-show-trade-opportunity/) - International Business Machines (IBM) has been in a strong uptrend, consistently riding the upper half of its Bollinger Bands, which is a classic sign of sustained bullish momentum. Recently, however, price pulled back sharply from the upper band and briefly pushed toward the lower band, signaling an expansion in volatility after an extended move higher. - [Smart Money Is Quietly Exiting This Name](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/smart-money-is-quietly-exiting-this-name/) - There’s been a marked shift developing beneath the surface in parts of the services and software space, particularly among companies tied to employment trends. The tape has been very unforgiving toward businesses that rely on steady labor expansion, as hiring momentum has flattened out and forward expectations have cooled. What’s notable is how quickly investors - [Trade OpenAI Without Buying OpenAI](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trade-openai-without-buying-openai/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to invest in an IPO is by not investing in an IPO at all. That’s because investing in IPOs is a coin flip. Some stocks explode higher, like Amazon. Others are IPO duds, as we initially saw with Ferrari. Now, there’s a potential IPO for OpenAI, which - [Delta and Gamma Curve](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/delta-and-gamma-curve/) - by Rob Roy The delta and gamma numbers can be expressed into a graph for greater clarity. The delta graph is a result of a gamma graph, however being that these two option Greeks are so interrelated, the focus will be on the delta graph. The image below shows the delta curve for the put - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-20/) - There’s plenty of reasons to get bullish on Nvidia (NVDA). At its 2026 GTC conference, CEO Jensen Huang said he expects $1 trillion in orders for the company’s Blackwell and Vera Rubin systems, which doubles year ago projections. With regard to Vera Rubin, the company expects to roll that out this year. “The system, which - [Key Indicator Combo Shows Alert](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/key-indicator-combo-shows-alert/) - Each week Wendy Kirkland crawls through the charts and gives her students an overview of what the markets have been doing and what to expect in the week to come. After the initial whipsaw of Monday following Friday's drop, it is helpful to have her point out key indicators telling us if this bouncy market - [Is This Bounce Bigger?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-this-bounce-bigger/) - Small caps, represented by iShares Russell 2000 ETF (IWM), remain within a well-defined rising price channel that has guided the trend for much of the past year. Recently, price has pulled back toward the lower boundary of that channel, an area that has historically acted as support during prior consolidations within the uptrend. When price - [Chart of the Day: Realty Income (O)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-realty-income-o-3/) - If you’re looking for safety in volatile markets, invest in high-yielding stocks. Not only do they help generate passive income, but they also act as defensive, stable investments during times of massive volatility – as we’re seeing now. Look at Realty Income (O) for example. Known as “The Monthly Dividend Company,” Realty Income yields about 5%. It - [Why To Beware Of The Short Squeeze](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-to-beware-of-the-short-squeeze/) - With the spikes generated by sporadic headlines about potential end to the war or timelines to that end. the short squeeze is definitely a risk. I am adjusting short positions accordingly. It doesn't mean going long is the answer but don't get caught exposed. There are a few stocks that are still showing some tradeable - [This Cruise Stock Just Flipped Bearish](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-cruise-stock-just-flipped-bearish/) - Travel and leisure names have seen a noticeable shift in tone lately as the market rotates away from some of last year’s stronger consumer recovery themes. Several charts across the group have transitioned from steady uptrends into choppier trades with rallies increasingly running into overhead resistance. That type of behavior often signals a market that - [Chart of the Day: Verizon (VZ)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-verizon-vz-2/) - With a yield of about 5.6%, Verizon (SYM: VZ) is another hot, high-yielding stocks to buy and forget about for a while. It also declared a dividend of $0.7075, a 2.5% increase from its prior dividend of $0.69. It’s payable on May 1 to shareholders of record as of April 10. Recent earnings and guidance - [In The Chop Down, Where Are The Trades?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/in-the-chop-down-where-are-the-trades/) - Markets are fighting back, but they are not winning. Hitting new lows that we haven't seen in months is a clear sign that the shift is on. The S&P is headed down towards it's 200 day moving average, a key level. But where are the clear trends in this move? Blane Markham pointed out in - [Big Win And Next Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-win-and-next-move/) - The spread trade I gave last week.... long SPY March 13 700 call/ short SPY March 13 680 call at $10.80 credit is set to expire on Friday. As long as the SPY stays under 680, it is a $1060 per contract profit, based on a $960 cost and total risk per contract. The market looks like - [Quantum Hype Meets Harsh Market Reality](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quantum-hype-meets-harsh-market-reality/) - Speculative technology groups that captured attention last year have inarguably lost their mojo as the market’s tone shifted toward profitability, balance sheet strength, and durable earnings growth. As that rotation has unfolded, many of the more narrative-driven thematic stocks have struggled to regain traction. The tape has been particularly unforgiving to companies still operating in - [Gambling Stock Signal A Good Bet](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gambling-stock-signal-a-good-bet/) - DKNG: After a prolonged decline, DraftKings may be starting to shift momentum. The CCI has turned sharply higher and is pushing toward positive territory, a move that often signals strengthening buying pressure. If price can continue building off the recent lows, this momentum turn could support short-term call opportunities as DKNG attempts a relief rally. - [Chart of the Day: $200 Oil is Now a Strong Possibility](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-200-oil-is-now-a-strong-possibility/) - There are fears we’ll see $100, even $200 oil. And unfortunately, the higher end of that range is looking more and more likely. According to Energy Secretary Chris Wright the U.S. Navy is not ready to begin escorting oil tankers through the Strait of Hormuz. “It’ll happen relatively soon but it can’t happen now,” Wright - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Oracle (ORCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-oracle-orcl/) - On February 25, we noted, “After seeing Oracle catch strong double bottom support at around $140, we’d like to see it retest $175 initially. Also, while we wait for ORCL to recover lost ground, we can collect its dividend. Oracle (has maintained a consistent record of dividend payments. In March 2025, the Board declared a 25% - [This Aptly Named Indicator Is Spot On](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-aptly-named-indicator-is-spot-on/) - The Ulcer Index (UI) measures downside risk by tracking how deeply and how long price trades below recent highs. Unlike traditional volatility indicators that measure both upward and downward movement, the Ulcer Index focuses specifically on drawdowns, making it useful for identifying periods when selling pressure is intensifying. In this chart of Sea Limited, the - [Stocks Surge as Bulls Defy Inflation Scares Again](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-surge-as-bulls-defy-inflation-scares-again/) - This Bull market continued to decisively push higher in last week’s trading as each of the three major indexes each leaped to fresh all-time highs throughout the week. The significant upside movement did not come easy, however. The battery of market news from last week was mostly positive, but not completely positive. The good - [Buy These 3 Oversold Artificial Intelligence Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/buy-these-3-oversold-artificial-intelligence-stocks/) - by Ian Cooper Over the last few days, AI stocks plunged. For one, valuations have gotten a bit frothy. Two, a recent report from MIT said that about 95% of company generative AI pilot programs resulted in “little to no measurable impact,” on revenue or profits, as highlighted by Fortune.com. Three, OpenAI CEO Sam Altman - [The Connectivity King: One AI Hardware Stock Is Quietly Dominating](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-connectivity-king-one-ai-hardware-stock-is-quietly-dominating/) - In the blazing surge of AI infrastructure, a fast-rising hardware company is quietly rewriting the connectivity playbook. As data centers expand into mega-clusters with thousands of GPUs, the demand for ultra-high-speed links and precision networking gear has exploded—and this firm’s innovative copper and optical interconnect solutions are right in the sweet spot. With cutting-edge Active - [Momentum Returns to This Forgotten Industrial Leader](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-returns-to-this-forgotten-industrial-leader/) - The market simply cannot ignore a stock for long when the company sits at the crossroads of energy efficiency, building automation, and global infrastructure spending. This quiet industrial giant has been steadily tightening its operations, sharpening its portfolio, and benefiting from a wave of renewed demand across commercial projects. Backlogs are stabilizing, service revenue is - [3 of the Best High-Yielding ETFs to Own Right Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/3-of-the-best-high-yielding-etfs-to-own-right-now/) - by Ian Cooper If you’re thinking of retirement, nearing retirement or you’re already there, one of the last things you want to worry about is money. So, why not have your money make you money starting today? One of the best ways to do that is by investing in passive income and growth, which investors - [Buy & Sell Signal Chart Formations](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/buy-sell-signal-chart-formations/) - by Ray Frazier You can buy options on most stocks, but without knowing which direction a stock is more than likely to go, you are just guessing... which is inappropriate for anyone that is involved with stocks or options. That’s how so many people lose a great deal of money in the markets because they - [Have vs. Have-Not Stocks: The New Divide](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/have-vs-have-not-stocks-the-new-divide/) - Last week’s trading brought us a halt in the relentless move higher we have been experiencing in stocks lately. Entering the week, broadly, stocks were already trading in short-term overbought territory with both the S&P and Nasdaq opening the week trading outside the upper Keltner band. Of course, as we know, this did not hold - [No A.I. Hype in This Stock – This Is Real](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/no-a-i-hype-in-this-stock-this-is-real/) - Right now, there is a ton of ‘buzz’ around the stock market for any company or stock that can say they are involved with or are using A.I. in their business. But the truth is many companies are just ‘A.I.-washing’ their business when they have really seen little to no improvements quite yet from this - [Stocks Rip to Fresh Highs: Can They Continue?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-rip-to-fresh-highs-can-they-continue/) - We finally saw stocks defy the status quo from the previous two weeks as we did not have momentum sputter in Friday’s trading session. Instead, several major averages finished the week closing at all-time highs! In quite an impressive recovery, the S&P 500 has completed its V-shaped roundtrip from the February highs to the - [Energy Stock Breaks Out With Authority](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/energy-stock-breaks-out-with-authority/) - While traders debate what’s broken in this market, a new leadership theme is emerging quickly, and one energy name is stepping confidently into that role. This leading name in the energy space is surging session after session, carving out a textbook uptrend that stands in sharp contrast to the chop and hesitation elsewhere. Investors are - [Purchase Stock or Option Contract?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/purchase-stock-or-option-contract/) - by Andy Chambers What are the differences between purchasing shares of stock compared to purchasing an option contract? Let’s say that you happen to feel that the stock of IBM is likely to increase in value by around 10% during the next six months. You could buy the stock, wait for the price to increase, - [Chart of the Day: Nike (NKE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nike-nke-7/) - If a billionaire is buying, pay close attention. They’re not likely to put their money where their mouths are, unless they’re confident. Look at Nike (NKE), for example. Nike dropped from about $69 to a low of $56.99 on weak China sales, declining gross margins, and a cautious outlook. However, Apple’s Tim Cook sees value, - [With More Rate Cuts on the Way, Bet on Small Cap Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/with-more-rate-cuts-on-the-way-bet-on-small-cap-stocks/) - by Ian Cooper Things are looking good for small cap stocks. The Russell 2000 just closed at a record high, topping its previous high in 2021. And it’s also on track for its seventh straight week of gains, which hasn’t happened since 2020. All thanks to interest rate cuts, and the potential for another two - [With More Rate Cuts on the Way, Bet on Small Cap Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/with-more-rate-cuts-on-the-way-bet-on-small-cap-stocks-2/) - by Ian Cooper Things are looking good for small cap stocks. All thanks to interest rate cuts, and the potential for more this year. In fact, history shows that rate cuts often give small caps a boost. Part of the reason for that is these companies often rely on debt, and will therefore benefit from - [This Energy Ticker Is Winning In The Rotation](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-energy-ticker-is-winning-in-the-rotation/) - EOG is pushing higher again this week, with price action tracking toward the top of its recent range and buyers showing renewed conviction. On the momentum front, the ADX (black line) has turned up from lower levels — a classic signal that the current uptrend is gaining strength — and the +DI remains comfortably above - [Private Credit Pressure Hits the Tape](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/private-credit-pressure-hits-the-tape/) - Pressure continues to build across the alternative asset management space as investors have become quite weary of potential risks. As headlines swirl around private credit redemptions and underwriting scrutiny, the tape has been quietly confirming that capital is rotating away from perceived balance sheet risk. While major indices grapple with key support levels, this pocket - [Picking Stocks In This Wanna-Be Bull Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/picking-stocks-in-this-wanna-be-bull-market/) - The market is showing signs of a bull trend. But within that bullish trend, it has still been a stock picker’s market. As I look at the overall market, there’s a clear sign of a bullish trend forming. The chart of the S&P 500 certainly looks like almost nothing can get in the way of - [A Textbook Setup in a Rare-Disease Stock: See The Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-textbook-setup-in-a-rare-disease-stock-see-the-ticker/) - In the world of biotech breakouts, one company is suddenly emerging from the pack—with a true industry-shifting story that’s catching serious trader attention. Known for its focus on rare diseases and orphan treatments, this firm has recently hit a wave of momentum thanks to a pipeline that’s suddenly populated with real catalysts, not just promise. - [Why Traders Fail And A Winning Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-traders-fail-and-a-winning-trade/) - This chop is relentless and it is exposing a trading trap that is hard to spot unless you are in this specific market. The scary part is you may not even know it is effecting you. Keith Harwood helped me unpack one of the reasons I am seeing more tough trades lately in this quick - [Which Critical Levels To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/which-critical-levels-to-watch/) - After a week with war breaking out in the Middle East we have seen some interesting but somewhat unusual market activity. Some will expect markets to rise with a war, but with volatility as high as it is we don't want to jump to conclusions just yet. Blane Markham broke down the charts we are - [The Movement of Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-movement-of-stocks/) - by Oliver Velez There are only three things a stock can do; go up, go down, or go sideways. That’s it. There is no other movement possible. In other words, there are primarily three dominant trends in the market: uptrends, downtrends, and sideways trends. An uptrend is defined as follows: A series of higher highs - [How To Navigate Market Turbulence and Earnings](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-navigate-market-turbulence-and-earnings/) - During the past week, we saw the markets grapple with a several headwinds that led to further selling. When last week’s CPI report came in hotter than expected for the second month in a row this signaled that inflation is not falling at a satisfactory pace for the Fed and even raised fears that it - [How To Exploit The S&P and Nasdaq As They Soar](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-exploit-the-sp-and-nasdaq-as-they-soar/) - This past week investors saw the market extend its rally with both the S&P 500 & Nasdaq indices making numerous new all-time highs. Most of the week’s gains were concentrated in the largest mega-cap stocks, particularly Nvidia Corp. Despite the overwhelming strength coming from the largest stocks in the market, it was not a bad - [Why This Retail Trend Refuses to Break](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-this-retail-trend-refuses-to-break/) - Markets don’t reward noise for long—they reward consistency, and right now one corner of retail is quietly delivering exactly that. While many stocks chop sideways or fade after rallies, this name continues to press higher with an orderly rhythm that signals real demand. The trend has stayed intact through pullbacks, buyers have shown up on - [A Persistent Trend Traders Are Watching](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-persistent-trend-traders-are-watching/) - Biotech and healthcare-related names are quietly carrying leadership while broader averages stall, with selective rotation highlighting where institutional capital is concentrating. Companies supporting clinical trials and healthcare services are seeing steady tape interest, favoring stocks that sustain orderly patterns of accumulation rather than headline-driven spikes. Liquidity appears disciplined, rewarding names with consistent activity and clear - [Finding Wins In Chop](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/finding-wins-in-chop/) - When we look at the attached chart of the SP 500 the stagnation is evident. We are unable to make any meaningful progress in either direction. I mentioned at the start of the year, that all of January might be like that. Won't be surprised to see the entire first quarter going nowhere. If you - [Can Earnings Continue to Power This Market Higher?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/can-earnings-continue-to-power-this-market-higher/) - We'll be live at 1pm ET today with a program that is blowing the doors off our trading expectations. It isn't new and this won't be scripted or recorded. Just real time market dive showing why this is grabbing huge wins. Plus see what it is spotting today so you can get in on the - [From Challenger to Leader: The AI Stock Traders Are Watching Right Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/from-challenger-to-leader-the-ai-stock-traders-are-watching-right-now/) - In the midst of the AI gold rush, one semiconductor company is quietly transforming from challenger to one of the front-runners. With high-performance chips now central to the post-data-center era, this firm has locked in major AI infrastructure deals, expanding beyond PCs into the large-scale compute rigs driving modern machine learning. Meanwhile, its margins are - [Top Analysts Are Watching This Breakout Stock Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/top-analysts-are-watching-this-breakout-stock-now/) - As global finance gets more complex and capital flows move faster, one legacy giant of Wall Street is quietly becoming the digital backbone that keeps the system running — and it’s starting to stand out. As institutions race to modernize how money moves, safeguards scale, and assets are serviced, this firm’s leadership in custody, clearing, - [The Index Is Stuck — Opportunities Aren’t](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-index-is-stuck-opportunities-arent/) - The headline story hasn’t changed — the S&P 500 remains locked in a clearly defined range, grinding sideways while investors wait for a true catalyst ⚖️📊. But beneath that calm surface, there’s serious movement: mega-cap Tech continues to wobble and struggle for traction, while capital rotates aggressively into other sectors showing fresh upside participation. It’s - [Trading a Unique Occurrence with Options Expiration](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-a-unique-occurrence-with-options-expiration/) - by Rob Roy For a trader just learning a new strategy it’s often best to walk through a trade that creates a situation that lands “in the gray”, which covers more unique occurrences that may pop up trading in the real world. This gives them a method to safely trade the markets while they gain - [Gold Could See $7,000 Next – Here’s How to Trade It](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gold-could-see-7000-next-heres-how-to-trade-it/) - by Ian Cooper Gold is hitting record highs. And there’s still further upside ahead. Last trading at $4,984, some analysts are now calling for $7,000 gold. While a substantial number of analysts have been calling for $5,000 gold for some time, we’re now seeing calls for $7,000 gold. According to SAMCO Securities, gold could test - [President Trump Gets Bullish on Coal – Here’s How to Trade It](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/president-trump-gets-bullish-on-coal-heres-how-to-trade-it/) - by Ian Cooper Coal stocks are starting to attract substantial attention thanks to the Trump administration that strongly support the U.S. coal industry. Most recently, President Trump signed an executive order directing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to enter into long-term contracts with coal-fired power plants across the country. The goal is to ensure that the - [Strong Signal Detected: Bank Stock Set to Rally](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/strong-signal-detected-bank-stock-set-to-rally/) - Recently the momentum behind the broader market has slowed as we enter a period that will likely be driven by more rangebound and consolidation type trading. Despite that, we are still looking for opportunities! Just because momentum at the index level has slowed, there are still pockets of the market that are bucking that trend - [Are You Grabbing These Wins?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/are-you-grabbing-these-wins/) - You can apply this trading approach in almost any market. Earlier today, I spotted a strong setup on my charts—one that stood out immediately because it has consistently delivered solid winning trades for me. What really caught my eye was that it appeared on the DIA chart, the ETF that mirrors the Dow Jones Industrial - [We were so right on this one, take a look](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/we-were-so-right-on-this-one-take-a-look/) - Let me just tell you, these Eye Opener market chats and articles have been insanely lucrative. Just a week ago, we posted a set up that Keith Harwood spotted. And I even titled it "Probably The Hottest Set Up In A While". With a few days, the trade went from $4.90 to as high as - [Year End Moves-Dogs of the Dow and Others](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/year-end-moves-dogs-of-the-dow-and-others/) - There are many strategies that exploit the reallocating and re-indexing that happens at the end of the year. Santa Claus Rally, Dogs of the Dow, January Effect--Different ways to take advantage of the way we measure the markets. (to check out a new take on the Dogs of the Dow, click here) Some say tax - [Rate Cut Optimism Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rate-cut-optimism-trade/) - There will be some undeniable winners from the whiff of a rate cut possibility the Fed gave on Friday. But you don't want to wait until it is all priced in. Money is definitely shifting beneath the surface of these record high and the news from Jackson Hole opened the flood gates for it to - [The Best Trade You Probably Missed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-best-trade-you-probably-missed/) - The darling tickers are getting all of the attention. We even got caught up in the whirlwind of headlines last week looking at NVDA earnings. But all that buzz can cloud the great, reliable income generating trades. When things get noisy, I turn to Keith Harwood, author of "The Hidden Trade Detector". His recipe of - [The Stargate Project: AI’s New Frontier and What It Means for Investors](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-stargate-project-ais-new-frontier-and-what-it-means-for-investors/) - The Stargate Project is poised to redefine the future of artificial intelligence in the United States. Announced on January 21, 2025, by President Donald Trump, this groundbreaking initiative unites industry titans to supercharge AI infrastructure, with implications that could ripple across markets. At Trader’s War Room, we thrive on identifying opportunities in emerging industries. To master - [Crack the Code: How CCI Can Supercharge Your Trading Game](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/unlock-trading-potential-with-the-cci/) - Welcome back to Trader’s War Room! Today we’re spotlighting the Commodity Channel Index (CCI)—a powerful indicator that helps identify momentum shifts, spot reversals, and find trading opportunities across stocks, ETFs, and forex. Developed in the 1980s, the CCI measures how far a price has moved from its average. Readings above +100 may signal overbought conditions, - [What Are Your Choices In A Market Plunge?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-are-your-choices-in-a-market-plunge/) - Yesterday's selloff created some great opportunities. It is easier than you think to grab those wins when things drop. Especially when they plummet. Last week Keith Harwood outlined how the market had bear tendencies and looking for short opportunities or trading the downward momentum was the logical option. He also pointed out some other less - [Bears Setting Up Potential Short Opportunities](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bears-setting-up-potential-short-opportunities/) - Early this week the bulls had a chance and fumbled the ball. The bears had their go at it today and did exactly what they needed to do; driving the SPX down over 70 points. That was twice as bad or more to what I anticipated. My thought was the bears would also fumble and lead to - [Dovish Powell Delivers, Stocks Rip Higher!](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dovish-powell-delivers-stocks-rip-higher/) - Last week’s trading was quite unique in that it felt markets were tensed up the entire week headed into the ‘Main Event’ on Friday morning, in Fed Chair Powell’s speech. Coming into the week, we were fresh off of a very mixed bag regarding inflation data given that CPI came in cooler than expected - [Gold Miners on Fire — One Chart You Must See](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gold-miners-on-fire-one-chart-you-must-see/) - When markets get rattled by uncertain fiscal policies, inflation pressures, and mounting geopolitical tensions, one space tends to light up the radar screens of serious traders—precious metals. With uncertainty swirling, capital flows toward assets that thrive on volatility and protect against instability, and right now the charts are confirming just how powerful that trend has - [This Utility Just Became One of Wall Street’s Favorite Growth Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-utility-just-became-one-of-wall-streets-favorite-growth-trades/) - Every major technological revolution needs fuel—and right now, one quiet corner of the market is supplying it. The rapid buildout of AI data centers has ignited an energy demand boom that’s rewriting the playbook for traditional utilities. Suddenly, a once-sleepy sector has become one of the market’s most unexpected growth engines. The stock leading this - [Spotting A Trade On A Weird Day](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/spotting-a-trade-on-a-weird-day/) - Let’s wrap up this short week out by looking at trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include - [The State Of The Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-state-of-the-market/) - If you are here looking for actionable advice on reading this market, my best advice is just have a seat and relax. If you aren't patient to sit on the sidelines this is precisely the type of market that the vast majority of traders get carved up in. They first get whipsawed in the back and forth - [Hidden Clear Trend In A Market Jungle](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hidden-clear-trend-in-a-market-jungle/) - With volatility taking off, markets moving on one or two sentences in the media, this is a brutal climate for traders trying to keep the income flowing. So when you spot a well known ticker that is ignoring the churn and just carving out a solid trend, it is a gift. Keith Harwood spotted one - [What Affects Index Options Prices?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-affects-index-options-prices/) - by George Angell There are several factors that affect the overall level of index option prices – the underlying index’s value, the option’s strike price, time until expiration, volatility, interest rates and dividends. The prices of index calls and puts prior to expiration reflect both intrinsic value and time value. The most important consideration is - [Market Makers](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-makers/) - by Chris Verhaegh What happens when you place an order to trade options? Who’s on the other side of your trade? How do you know you can sell your option after it’s risen in price? Many online stock traders venture into online option trading only to discover new terms... truly confusing terms. Sometimes the best - [The Right Option Strategy In This Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-right-option-strategy-in-this-market/) - There are a lot of forces at play in the market right now and, in many ways, we are in uncharted waters. But there is actually a logical and simple way to boil it down and find the right strategy (call, put, spread) that sets up a high potential win. Many are getting blinded by - [Market on Alert: Rotation, Rate Cuts and the Move No One Sees Coming](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-on-alert-rotation-rate-cuts-and-the-move-no-one-sees-coming/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! The market is heading into a pivotal stretch as optimism over a potential December rate cut mixes with growing caution around tech stocks. A few encouraging comments from the Federal Reserve have boosted hopes that relief is on the way, but the rally has been shaky. Tech names, which - [Risk Reversals](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/risk-reversals/) - by Kathy Lien Risk reversals are a useful fundamentals-based tool to add to your mix of indicators for trading. One of the weaknesses of currency trading is the lack of volume data and accurate indicators for gauging sentiment. The only publicly available report on positioning is the “Commitments of Traders” report published by the Commodity - [That Trade Did Great](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/that-trade-did-great/) - Last week I posted a specific credit spread trade idea for the SPY. The basis of the trade was two fold (i) Option time values were historically at the higher end, and (ii) I didn't see upside resolution. That spread is currently in about 45% profit. It will be in greater than 100% profit if the SPY - [Signal Confirms Big Market Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/signal-confirms-big-market-move/) - The Dow ETF (DIA) has pulled back sharply over the past couple of weeks, but the indicators beneath the chart are showing an interesting development. The PPO has compressed tightly near the zero line, which often signals momentum is coiling before the next directional move. At the same time, the ADX line had been declining, - [Under The Radar A.I. Play Pops](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/under-the-radar-a-i-play-pops/) - Market leadership continues to show up in places many traders ignored during last year’s mega cap dominated tape. Capital has decisively rotated back into infrastructure-style names tied to the A.I. economy, and the tape has started to reward that patience. Several key charts in the group are now reclaiming trend structure that had been absent - [Markets on Edge as Headlines Drive Whipsaws](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-on-edge-as-headlines-drive-whipsaws/) - A headline-driven market continues to keep traders on their toes. 📊 While the major index remains above its long-term trend line, the shorter-term technical picture is far more conflicted—repeated failures at key resistance levels and a developing pattern of lower highs and lower lows suggest the bears still have a modest grip on the tape. - [Chart Timeframes Critical In a Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-timeframes-critical-in-a-shift/) - Looking at Ford through both the daily and weekly charts can help us understand the difference between short-term momentum and the broader trend. On the daily chart, Ford recently experienced a sharp pullback after trading near the $14–$15 range. The Parabolic SAR dots have flipped above the price, signaling that short-term momentum has turned bearish. - [Chart of the Day: Schwab U.S. Large Cap Value ETF (SCHV)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-schwab-u-s-large-cap-value-etf-schv/) - With global chaos taking major indices apart, one of the best ways to protect your portfolio is with dividend-paying stocks and ETFs. One to consider is the Schwab U.S. Large Cap Value ETF (SCHV). With an expense ratio of 0.04% and a yield of 1.93%, the ETF holds a portfolio of large-cap value stocks, including Berkshire Hathaway, Johnson & - [Navigating This New Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/navigating-this-new-market/) - Of course we are in a whole new reality right now and we have to be wary of indicators, but we also have to be mindful of the potential a move has in this current context. I pointed out one of the most concerning signs related to the bond market in my weekly update. You - [Bank Stocks Are Starting to Roll Over](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bank-stocks-are-starting-to-roll-over/) - Leadership within the financial sector has noticeably cooled to start the year. After a powerful run through much of last year, many of the large banks have slipped into steady distribution as buyers have become less aggressive on rallies. The tape lately has reflected more defensive positioning, with weakness appearing on even modest bouts of - [Overlooked Indicator Lights Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/overlooked-indicator-lights-up/) - JNJ has been in a steady uptrend over the past several months, forming a consistent pattern of higher highs and higher lows. While the broader trend remains strong, the Ease of Movement (EMV) indicator has recently dropped below the zero line, suggesting that upward price movement may be becoming more difficult in the short term. - [Short Squeeze Stalkers](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/short-squeeze-stalkers/) - Every time the market stumbles the put option buyers flood in. That in turn helps to create the conditions for a short squeeze and the market moves back up. We saw this scenario play out once again in the last hour of trade on Thursday. The bullish buyers will probably show up at some point again Friday. - [A Safe-Haven Trade Actually Working](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-safe-haven-trade-actually-working/) - In periods where volatility expands and macro uncertainty clouds visibility, traders often expect capital to migrate toward traditional defensive pockets of the market. Lately, however, that rotation has been less reliable as higher rate expectations have complicated the typical playbook. Even so, the tape is still revealing selective leadership in areas where institutional demand has - [Energy Shock Sends Markets Into Turbulence](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/energy-shock-sends-markets-into-turbulence/) - Tension ripped through the markets today as a surge in geopolitical risk tied to developments in the Middle East sent energy prices soaring, reigniting fears that inflation could come roaring back 🔥⛽. That ripple effect pushed interest rates higher and volatility sharply upward, creating a toxic mix for equities and leading to a broad selloff - [Chart of the Day: The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF ](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-the-vanguard-sp-500-etf/) - Markets will remain volatile until the Iran situation cools. Unfortunately, no one knows when that will happen. In this situation, you can either sit in cash, go short the market, or put your money to work in safe, yielding funds – especially those that invest like billionaire Warren Buffett. Look at the Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO), - [META Trade Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/meta-trade-opportunity/) - META recently tested the lower band of its Keltner Channel, a volatility-based indicator that helps identify when price may be stretched beyond its typical trading range. The stock has begun to rebound from that lower boundary, suggesting selling pressure may be easing. At the same time, the RSI has turned higher from the lower portion - [Chart of the Day: Coinbase (COIN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-coinbase-coin/) - After a severe pullback on Bitcoin weakness, Coinbase (COIN) is showing big signs of life again. For one, Bitcoin appears to have finally bottomed out, now up $4,774 to $73,092. Two, President Trump is siding with cryptocurrency firms “in their high-stakes battle with U.S. banks over whether they can offer interest-like returns on stablecoins,” says - [Wipe Out Headline Trading Noise](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/wipe-out-headline-trading-noise/) - Geopolitical risk and macroeconomic factors are now dominating the market. There is fear. And with that fear, there is greed. But more than anything, there’s a lot of unpredictability in the stocks subject to that fear and greed. We’ve seen a ton of noise in these markets as the money flow chases ideas and rotates - [Use This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/use-this-trade/) - No charts to talk about today. I will show you an options chain with the type of trade I am interested in. But first a little about "context". The environment we are in for the short term, throw out all your Bollinger Bands, RSI's, your VIX studies and options Greeks, throw out my Scoupe Suite Strategy and my X Ray. - [Grab This Upswing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grab-this-upswing/) - DraftKings has been in a clear downtrend for several months, making a series of lower highs and lower lows as sellers have remained in control. Recently, however, momentum indicators are beginning to show signs of a potential shift. The MACD (circled below) has turned upward and is beginning to curl toward a bullish crossover after - [Create a Steady Flow of Income with These 2 REITs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/create-a-steady-flow-of-income-with-these-2-reits/) - by Ian Cooper With all of the chaos in the markets, it’s a good idea to protect your portfolio and generate income with high-yielding stocks. Look at real estate investment trusts (REITs), for example. For one, most are a great hedge against inflation. After all, when inflation rises, so do a lot of rents. Two, - [Exits](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exits/) - by Joe Duffy Setting Stop Loss Points The stop loss point is that where if the market gets there, then the trade is likely wrong. A stop loss order is an order that when a certain price is hit, the order becomes one to exit the existing position at the market. If you cannot watch - [Markets Plunge Then Reverse, Critical Level Tested](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-plunge-then-reverse-critical-level-tested/) - Markets didn’t just wobble — they were hit with a full-blown risk-off wave in early trading 🌍📉. Major U.S. indexes plunged more than 2% at the lows, international markets fell even harder, and nearly 90% of stocks were red at one point — a breadth washout that demands attention. The S&P sliced through a key - [Chart of the Day: How to Trade an Overheated Fear Gauge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-trade-an-overheated-fear-gauge/) - Keep an eye on the stretched Volatility Index ($VIX). Now at 26.33, the $VIX is now challenging October 2025 trade war highs. Nowadays, its Iran uncertainty driving volatility higher. For one, the war appears to be widening. The U.S. embassy in Riyadh was hit by drones. The State Department ordered evacuations at facilities in Bahrain, - [Exploiting a Momentum Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-a-momentum-shift/) - On the weekly chart, GM remains in a broader uptrend after a strong multi-month advance, but momentum is beginning to roll over. The Williams %R oscillator has moved sharply out of overbought territory (circled), indicating a potential loss of upside momentum. When a stock pulls back from extended levels on a weekly timeframe, it often - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Palantir (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-palantir-pltr/) - On Friday, we noted, “After finding strong support at around $126.37, oversold shares of Palantir (PLTR) are just starting to pivot higher again. Last trading at $136.64, we’d like to see the stock race back to $170 initially. We should also note PLTR is pivoting from overextensions on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R, and that - [Refiners Building a Steady Trend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/refiners-building-a-steady-trend/) - Energy has been anything but quiet lately. Crude has swung on headlines while refiners have quietly absorbed the volatility and continued to press higher, suggesting the tape is rewarding operational leverage over macro noise. In a market still sorting out leadership, the steady bid in select downstream names stands out. When price trends persist despite - [How Far Down Will We Go?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-far-down-will-we-go/) - Now more than ever we need to look at the charts and block out the noise. I just went through the numbers in this market outlook and laid out some key downside targets. Making sure we are positioning for these drops is going to be the best possible approach. We will start to look for - [Institutions Love This Exchange Stock](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/institutions-love-this-exchange-stock/) - Leadership inside Financials has significantly narrowed as several pockets of the sector have come under pressure lately. While money center banks wrestle with rate path uncertainty and private equity and credit players face new scrutiny, the exchange complex continues to quietly attract steady institutional flows. The tape has rewarded durable cash-flow businesses tied to market - [AI Momentum Meets Market Reality: What Traders Should Watch This Weekend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ai-momentum-meets-market-reality-what-traders-should-watch-this-weekend/) - Welcome back to Trader’s War Room. As we head into next week, the market is sitting near recent highs, driven largely by AI momentum. At the same time, interest rate uncertainty and sharp earnings reactions are keeping traders on edge. The next move will likely depend on whether leadership continues to power higher or begins - [Chart of the Day: Palantir (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palantir-pltr-2/) - After finding strong support at around $126.37, oversold shares of Palantir (PLTR) are just starting to pivot higher again. Last trading at $136.64, we’d like to see the stock race back to $170 initially. We should also note PLTR is pivoting from overextensions on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R, and that analysts are piling on. - [Big Options Sell Are A Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-options-sell-are-a-signal/) - My best thought for Friday is likely a down day. If that comes to pass, then by next week, we could once again be back at February lows. So I think how Friday does could be pivotal. There was a big seller in VIX futures today. That often is bullish but we will see. Nothing is - [Signal on NFLX Chart](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/signal-on-nflx-chart/) - This NFLX chart shows a strong downtrend. The ADX (black line) is rising above 25, which tells us the trend is gaining strength — not weakening. The -DI (red line) is above the +DI (green line), confirming sellers are in control. For new option traders, this is important: when ADX is rising and the bearish - [Earnings Shockwaves Hit a Fragile Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/earnings-shockwaves-hit-a-fragile-market/) - Wall Street got a reality check ⚡. After a blockbuster earnings report from the market’s AI bellwether, the initial reaction was surprisingly muted… and by today, sellers stepped in hard, driving a sharp intraday slide and erasing those after-hours highs above a key psychological level. That reversal rippled across the broader tape, pressuring the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Booking Holdings (BKNG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-booking-holdings-bkng/) - Always keep an eye on stock splits. While splits don’t change the value of a stock, they can serve as a positive signal. This can then lead to further liquidity and more investor interest. After all, if an attractive $500 stock were to split 10:1, bringing it to $50 a share, more investors are likely - [Specific and Potentially Lucrative Short Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/specific-and-potentially-lucrative-short-signal/) - On the daily chart, HOOD has formed what’s known as a “Death Cross.” This occurs when the 50-day moving average falls below the 200-day moving average. In simple terms, it signals that recent price action has weakened enough to shift the longer-term trend lower. Here is a new indicator I am using to spot these - [Chart of the Day: Oracle (ORCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-oracle-orcl-3/) - Oppenheimer says that it’s time to buy Oracle. With a $185 price target, the firm says, “While our call may be early, since it will take time for Oracle to show financial success as a more capital-intensive business in future results, we see a favorable risk/reward after the stock’s multiples have been cut by more - [Trading the Tech Momentum Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-tech-momentum-shift/) - On the weekly chart, QQQ is starting to lose upside momentum. Williams %R has rolled over and is pushing lower, showing that buying pressure is fading after a strong run. When this indicator drops and stays weak on a higher timeframe, it often signals that a pullback could turn into something more sustained rather than - [Market Coiling Ahead of Major Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-coiling-ahead-of-major-move/) - The market is tightening like a spring ⚡. The S&P 500 is now trapped in an increasingly compressed range between 6800 and 6900, with the 50-day moving average flipping from support to stiff overhead resistance — a subtle but critical shift in character. Meanwhile, leadership has continued to rotate decisively away from mega-cap Tech and - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-amazon-amzn-2/) - On February 18, we said, “After a rough few weeks, shares of AMZN appear to have finally bottomed out and are just starting to pivot higher. It’s also oversold on RSI, MACD, Williams’ %R, and on Full Stochastics.” At the time, AMZN traded at $204.81. Today, it’s up to $209.56 a share. From here, we’d - [Trade SpaceX Now Without Trading SpaceX](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trade-spacex-now-without-trading-spacex/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to invest in an IPO is by not investing in an IPO at all. That’s because investing in IPOs is a coin flip. One of my favorite flops was the Ferrari IPO flop in 2015. Here was a $12 billion IPO rolling on to the showroom floor, - [The Effect of the Previous Day’s Close](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-effect-of-the-previous-days-close/) - by Duane Davis We are going to talk about how the S&P 500 Index has performed during a 15-year period on each of the days of the week. During the bull market, the S&P 500 made most of its gains on Mondays. Then, during 2001 and 2002, Monday became one of the weakest days of - [This is a rare, long term signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-a-rare-long-term-signal/) - On the weekly timeframe, the True Strength Index (TSI) has produced a bearish crossover, with the TSI line moving below its signal line and both now trending lower. Importantly, the indicator has broken beneath the zero line, confirming a transition from positive to negative momentum on a longer-term basis. This shift reflects deterioration in underlying - [This Chart Just Rolled Over](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-chart-just-rolled-over/) - The broader market is continuing to show selective pressure beneath the surface. While the major averages have held up relatively well thus far, capital has been sharply rotating away from certain pockets of financials, particularly areas tied to alternative asset managers with private credit and equity exposure. This is one of the latest sectors to - [Chart of the Day: Bet on Higher Gold Prices](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-bet-on-higher-gold-prices/) - With new global tariff uncertainties, gold prices are exploding higher again. Fueling upside, President Trump imposed a global tariff of 15% following the U.S. Supreme Court’s struck down his reciprocal tariffs late last week. According to Trump, “I, as President of the United States of America, will be, effective immediately, raising the 10% Worldwide Tariff - [Lines Have Been Crossed Creating Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/lines-have-been-crossed-creating-trades/) - URGENT UPDATE--Blane will be live today at 1pm and demoing his brand new Profit Surge Dashboard. There are a couple spots open so be sure to grab your spot here. The broader market has been struggling to find the next high and is actually getting softer and softer. Now with tariff confusion, we are watching - [This Is Unseen Since Just Before Covid](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-unseen-since-just-before-covid/) - I took a long look at the markets after the close on Friday and noticed a key indicator that is a low as it has been since 2019. It reflects price action and it is a sign of an impending strong trend. I mapped it out in the update I sent subscribers on Friday, but - [A Cyclical Leader Gains Momentum](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-cyclical-leader-gains-momentum/) - Amid recent volatility, this tape continues to reward participation in cyclicals, particularly within transports, where capital rotation has been steady and deliberate rather than frantic. What began as a subtle undercurrent in late October has developed into a durable bid beneath economically sensitive names. Higher lows across the group suggest accumulation, not short covering, and - [Chart of the Day: IonQ (IONQ)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-ionq-ionq/) - Weakness may be a buy opportunity in quantum computing company, IonQ. For one, a good deal of fear has been priced into the stock. Two, earnings are expected to remain strong next week. For Q4 2025, analysts are looking for another quarter of solid revenue. Current estimates point to revenue of around $40 million for the quarter, reflecting - [After a Mixed Week Traders Reset Expectations](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/after-a-mixed-week-traders-reset-expectations/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room, where this week gave traders plenty to think about heading into the next one. Markets wrapped up with a mixed tone as early momentum faded and hesitation crept back in. Big moves were harder to sustain, and the back and forth price action reminded everyone that this is still - [Big Reversal Spotted, and Confirmed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-reversal-spotted-and-confirmed/) - Comcast (CMCSA) is showing signs of a momentum reversal after a prolonged downtrend. Price has started to rebound off recent lows while the TSI (True Strength Index) has surged upward and crossed above its signal line, indicating strengthening bullish momentum. Have you noticed most indicators lag offer late signals? This can cause you to hesitate - [Is The Market at the Breaking Point?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-the-market-at-the-breaking-point/) - Markets are coiled tight right now—and that tension is building ⚡📊. The S&P 500 continues to churn in a well-defined range between 6800 and 7000, but for the first time in months it has slipped below its 50-day moving average and stayed there, signaling that short-term momentum has clearly stalled. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq is flashing - [Chart of the Day: Oil Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-oil-stocks/) - With speculation of a potential conflict with Iran, oil prices are up another $1.31 to $66.50. We have to consider that Iran is one of the world’s leading suppliers, with its government making it clear that it will retaliate if the U.S. attacks. This could eventually lead to a full blockage of the Strait of - [Key Level Forming](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/key-level-forming/) - As I said recently I believe all this action under 700 SPY will eventually be the base for a launch higher. Too many important stocks have fallen significantly for a bear market to start in my opinion. Here is one stock I like to buy that is at support after a healthy pullback. Palantir. Thanks, Joe - [This Classic Indicator Is Revealing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-classic-indicator-is-revealing/) - Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) has pulled back to the lower Bollinger Band after an extended uptrend, which often acts as a support zone during strong trends. Take a look. Price is stabilizing near that band while volume has picked up, suggesting buyers may be stepping in. In established uptrends, these pullbacks to the lower band can - [Chart of the Day: Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-amazon-amzn-10/) - After a rough few weeks, shares of AMZN appear to have finally bottomed out and are just starting to pivot higher. It’s also oversold on RSI, MACD, Williams’ %R, and on Full Stochastics. Helping, analysts at Morgan Stanley just reiterated their overweight rating on the stock. The firm said, “AMZN is a top pick as - [Broken Record or Broken Rally?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/broken-record-or-broken-rally/) - Tech money flow continues to scare the market as we test a potential breakdown. And in saying that, I feel like a broken record. This year, the broad market continues to see the same repeated pattern of testing lows, then new highs, then new lows for tech while the broad market holds up. Lather, rinse, - [These Value Stocks Are Winning](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-value-stocks-are-winning/) - Retail names like Macy's, Kohl's, Target, and Walmart have been strong lately as money rotates out of tech and into value and defensive stocks. Solid consumer spending, improving charts, and short covering have helped push the group higher. Take a look at the chart. I send setups like this real-time to a select group of - [Trend Alignment Points to Upside](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trend-alignment-points-to-upside/) - Recent capital rotation around the market has been favoring the cyclical stocks, but more specifically, select pockets of the materials and ag-input space, even as broader indexes wrestle with overhead supply near prior highs. While much of the market debates whether leadership can extend, a handful of names have been climbing methodically, supported by steady - [Credit Spreads](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/credit-spreads/) - by Don Fishback We’re going to do the same thing that the prudent insurance company would do. And it’s going to shock you how easy it is to do it! The strategy even has a name. The tool we’re going to use that duplicates this insurance/reinsurance business model is called a credit spread. We’re going - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-19/) - Nvidia (NVDA) is sinking. But with earnings just days away, we do expect to see explosive upside. For one, analysts at Citi just reiterated a buy rating on the tech giant. The firm noted that it’s recommending investors add to NVDA, as the valuation looks attractive and the stock is likely to outperform in the second - [How To Heal From The Whipsaw](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-heal-from-the-whipsaw/) - The SP 500 the last several weeks has been making higher highs, followed by swing lows, followed by still higher highs, then again followed by lower lows. None of the moves have been large enough to really take a big piece, even if one got the direction of the whipsaws correct. I still favor that February has a good - [Chart of the Day: If You Believe Bitcoin Could Drop More, Buy These 2 ETFs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-if-you-believe-bitcoin-could-drop-more-buy-these-2-etfs-2/) - Bitcoin is still getting crushed. In fact, it’s now at $67,750 and could see $60,000 before long, which would be great news for the inverse Bitcoin ETFs we mentioned on February 3. Those included: ProShares Short Bitcoin (BITI) There’s the ProShares Short Bitcoin (BITI), which tracks the S&P CME Bitcoin Futures Index, with profitability computed - [This Critical Indicator Is Being Tested](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-critical-indicator-is-being-tested/) - Markets are tightening up and getting range bound with the S&P stuck between 6800-7000. There are to marks to really watch closely and Blane Markham did a great job of pointing those out in his weekly Market Periscope update. He also pointed out that within this stuck market there are tickers that are still making - [This Gold Trend Is Strengthening](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-gold-trend-is-strengthening/) - Precious metals continue to assert powerful leadership as capital rotates toward hard-asset exposure. While broader equity indexes churn near highs, money has been steadily flowing into areas tied to scarcity and monetary sensitivity. The trade did become a bit crowded last month but after a badly needed pullback, much of the speculative excesses have been - [Chart of the Day: Reddit (RDDT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-reddit-rddt/) - Shares of Reddit (RDDT) are showing big signs of life again. After sliding from about $260 to a low of $127.70 on AI and advertising weakness concerns, oversold shares of RDDT are just starting to pivot higher again. Helping, a director just bought $7.48 million worth of RDDT stock, picking up 50,500 shares between February - [Don't Get Sucked In](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-get-sucked-in/) - Obviously 2 way volatility really expanded in the market this week. Does that mean a bear market is starting? My answer is that I don't think so just yet. Friday or Monday is likely to start a rally attempt. We have stocks like AMAZON, that are really deeply oversold and hard pressed to go much lower. Of - [The Rally That Can’t Break Free](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-rally-that-cant-break-free/) - The market keeps sprinting toward new highs… only to slam into a ceiling near 7000 and stall out ⚠️📉. We broke down the technical evidence showing a clear “lid” on the S&P 500, with momentum fading each time price presses all-time highs. While equal-weight indexes, small caps, and the Dow have quietly powered higher on - [Chart of the Day: Range Global Coal ETF (COAL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-range-global-coal-etf-coal/) - Coal stocks are gaining momentum after the Trump administration ordered the Pentagon to purchase electricity from coal plants and announced funding for upgrades to coal facilities. As noted by The New York Times, “Trump signed an executive order directing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to enter into long-term contracts with coal plants across the country to power military - [Clear Signal On CRM](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/clear-signal-on-crm/) - Money has been shifting away from classic tech and software stocks and moving into more traditional, “old-economy” sectors such as energy, industrials, and consumer staples. This broader pattern that’s been developing since the start of 2026 continued this week, with growth and software names trailing while materials, manufacturing, and other cyclical areas showed relative strength. - [Chart of the Day: Lumen Technologies (LUMN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-lumen-technologies-lumn/) - Insiders know their companies better than anyone else. And if they’re willing to put their money where their mouths are, the better. That’s because insiders – CEOs, CFOs, Board members – see what’s happening and have a better understanding of their company than you and I. It’s even better if insiders step in after a - [Winners In The Next Leg Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/winners-in-the-next-leg-up/) - Friday's bounce was huge and some stocks are benefiting more than other. The key is to spot those rockets and grab your piece. But it isn't quite that easy is is? There is one element that is a chronic challenge in the current market and there is a way to overcome this common mistake. Keith - [How To Watch This Turning Point](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-watch-this-turning-point/) - Lots of similar patterns to AMD attached. A flat sideways correction, break the lows and reject back higher. This is either the start of a bear market pattern, or a final flush before a bunch of fresh rallies. I strongly suspect the latter. Thanks, Joe PS-Recently I opened up a new program that I have been - [DIA Approaching Historically Stretched Momentum Levels](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dia-approaching-historically-stretched-momentum-levels/) - The weekly chart of SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) shows price continuing its steady long-term advance, but momentum is now pressing into an area that has historically marked short- to intermediate-term exhaustion. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) is currently pushing into the upper edge of its “buffer zone” — the region just - [Vulcan’s Breakout Signals New Leadership](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/vulcans-breakout-signals-new-leadership/) - Leadership in the market has not been where most people spent the last few years looking, as investors have broadened their scope to reward what’s been working rather than what’s been popular. Materials have been absorbing capital during a broader rotation, and the group’s steady bid has stood out on days when some prior risk-on - [Chart of the Day: Abbott Laboratories (ABT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-abbott-laboratories-abt-2/) - Abbott Laboratories (ABT) was crushed after its latest earnings report. In fact, it had its worst showing in more than 20 years, gapping from about $120 to $105.60. Granted, the company’s adjusted earnings beat analysts’ forecasts by a penny, but sales came to $11.5 billion, missing the $11.8 billion estimate. It was a disaster. However, for - [Bet Big on Small Cap Stocks with ETFs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bet-big-on-small-cap-stocks-with-etfs/) - by Ian Cooper The Russell 2000 is at all-time highs. At its January 2026 peak, the index was up 8%, meaning small-cap stocks were on pace for their strongest start to a year in nearly four decades. This surge is being fueled by a combination of improving earnings expectations, the prospect of additional interest rate - [Trade of the Day LIVE](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tod_live/) - Upcoming Sessions Join us at 12:30pm ET every Tuesday & Thursday for a live market update with actionable insight into the market at that moment. Jump in, ask questions and walk away with info and tips you can put to use right away! Don't miss the next session—grab your spot now! Register Now - [MSFT: New Bullish Trend Confirmed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/msft-new-bullish-trend-confirmed/) - Did you spot this potential trade? If I hadn’t dialed in my options tools, I may have missed it as well. You may recognize the company we are looking at today— Microsoft Corp. (stock symbol: MSFT.) but what you really need to see is the chart. When I was a pilot, I couldn’t fly by - [Berkshire Hathaway Makes New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/berkshire-hathaway-makes-new-highs/) - Dear Reader, Yesterday, we looked at a Daily Price Chart of National Storage Affiliates Trust noting the stock had pulled back in the Keltner Channel ‘Buy Zone’. For today’s Trade of the Day we will be looking at a Daily Price chart for Berkshire Hathaway, Inc. stock symbol: BRKB. Before breaking down BRKB’s daily price - [Momentum Shift Triggered New QQQ Options Position](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-shift-triggered-new-qqq-options-position/) - Last week, the PPO (Percentage Price Oscillator) on the Nasdaq 60-minute chart made a bullish crossover, with the PPO line moving up through the signal line while the histogram flipped from negative to positive. This shift signaled that downside momentum was fading and short-term upside momentum was beginning to build. That crossover occurred after a - [Technical Shift Powering Energy Services](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/technical-shift-powering-energy-services/) - As broad indexes lately have chopped and rotated, leadership has been getting more selective, with capital finding a new home with parts of the energy complex that are showing follow-through rather than reacting to headlines. Within that, oilfield services have been acting less like a raw commodity proxy and more like a steady compounder, absorbing - [Chart of the Day: Spotify (SPOT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-spotify-spot/) - Weakness may be an opportunity for Spotify (SPOT). Since peaking in September, SPOT is down about 43%. But that’ll happen with weaker than expected guidance and news it would part ways with its longtime CEO, who will still remain involved as Executive Chairman. In its last report, EPS of 3.28 euros crushed estimates of 1.97 euros. - [Those Three Stocks Were Early Alerts](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/those-three-stocks-were-early-alerts/) - Last Wednesday I wrote that there were three stocks that were bellwethers for the market, and if they broke out, we would see the broader market do the same. That is exactly what happened and the result was a huge day on Friday. The risk that those stocks and the market wouldn't break out were - [Chart of the Day: Protect Your Portfolio with Yielding ETFs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-protect-your-portfolio-with-yielding-etfs/) - Markets have been volatile again. With geopolitical tensions, and economic uncertainty, fear is ramping higher again. As a result, some investors are jumping out of the market, which is a terrible idea. Unfortunately, by jumping out, you’re preventing yourself from making your money back from a resilient market. We have to remember that markets have - [After a Choppy Week, Traders Reset Expectations](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/after-a-choppy-week-traders-reset-expectations/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room. The market keeps reminding us that nothing comes easy right now. The past few sessions have been a grind with quick pops, sudden pullbacks, and plenty of moments that make traders second guess themselves. It is the kind of environment that rewards staying calm and punishes rushing in just - [This Has Been Highly Accurate](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-has-been-highly-accurate/) - The "fractal" that I have been discussing for quite a while for subscribers, and posted twice in this space has been remarkably prescient in forecasting not only the recent decline off the highs but the shape of each leg. Eventually the fractal stops working. It's done its job, but if it continues to follow the forecast, look for lower - [An Overlooked Spot To Trade Weakness](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/an-overlooked-spot-to-trade-weakness/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Defense Leadership in a Shaky Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/defense-leadership-in-a-shaky-market/) - With market volatility picking up, the tape has felt less like a broad wave of stocks moving higher and more like a process of quiet selection. Names tied to defense and aerospace have been holding their ground while Big Tech and momentum names churn. Overall, the market has been rewarding persistence over momentum bursts, favoring - [What to Trade As Tech Falters?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-trade-as-tech-falters/) - Volatility made its presence felt as the market doubled down on a “sell first, ask questions later” mindset toward tech and former momentum darlings ⚡. We unpacked how the tape has rapidly flipped into a more defensive, risk-off posture — and why that rotation is the only thing keeping the major indexes afloat for now. - [Chart of the Day: Bitcoin Now Below $70,000 – and Plummeting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-bitcoin-now-below-70000-and-plummeting/) - Bitcoin now trades at less than $70,000 and could test $60,000 at this pace. In fact, it last traded at $69,261.42 – which is great news for traders that are short related stocks, such as Robinhood (HOOD) and Strategy (MSTR), which just saw its price target by analysts at Canaccord. Both have become falling knives - [Tech Pulls Down The S&P--Trade It!](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-pulls-down-the-sp-trade-it/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-14/) - Advanced Micro Devices plummeted on guidance. However, the dip may be a buy opportunity. In the fourth quarter, AMD posted revenue of $10.27 billion, which was above estimates of $9.67 billion. Data Center revenue was up 39% year-over-year to $5.4 billion thanks to its MI300 AI accelerator and its Instinct and EPYC processors. Analysts were anticipating - [These Stocks Will Signal Failure](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-stocks-will-signal-failure/) - We closed in the SP 500 on Tuesday at the exact same level we closed at On October 29 --- over 3 months of doing nothing. Over that time some stocks have soared others have gotten smashed. Right now, the bank stocks look like they are ready to resume uptrends. If they do fulfill that - [Great Trades Hidden By Tech Churn](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/great-trades-hidden-by-tech-churn/) - Tech money flow is broadly negative as the markets brace for a potential liquidation trade, and that can scare a lot of people away from long positions. Much of 2026 has been a pattern of waiting for big tech stock leadership and not seeing it come to fruition. Palantir earnings on Monday after the close - [Global Stocks Are Still in Full Swing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/global-stocks-are-still-in-full-swing/) - Even as U.S. benchmarks linger near their highs, the tape has felt less like a straight shot up and more like a tug-of-war, with capital steadily rotating and leadership thinning out beneath the surface. In environments like this, the most instructive tells often come from where momentum persists rather than where headlines shine. The interesting - [Tech Stocks Crushed — We Found Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-stocks-crushed-we-found-opportunity/) - The market gave us a masterclass in tension today. As the S&P repeatedly pressed up against a well-defined ceiling near a major round number, we walked through why this level is acting like a brick wall for now—and why, without a meaningful catalyst, upside may be exhausting here 📉⚡. At the same time, we showed - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-microsoft-msft-2/) - Once Microsoft’s falling knife catches support, investors may want to use weakness as an opportunity. For one, analysts at Piper Sandler named Microsoft its top pick in software. Even with concerns about growth in Azure and other cloud offerings, the analysts believe investors are overreacting to the news. They also believe MSFT is a big - [One of the Best Ways to Invest in an Aging Population – with Yield](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/one-of-the-best-ways-to-invest-in-an-aging-population-with-yield/) - by Ian Cooper Americans aged 65 and older accounted for 17% of the U.S. population in 2020, or about 55.8 million, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. Some will turn 80 this year, and is expected to create bigger demand for senior and care facilities. In fact, as quoted by CNBC, “The 80+ population is - [Navigating Tech Earnings Results](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/navigating-tech-earnings-results/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Rally Continues Offering Great Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rally-continues-offering-great-trades/) - Even though many are calling for the top, the markets didn't get the memo and is continuing to push higher. Those jumping off the train are risking getting left behind. If you are willing to hang on, the rewards can be generous. Blane Markham updated readers on what played out last week and what it - [Chart of the Day: If You Believe Bitcoin Could Drop More, Buy These 2 ETFs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-if-you-believe-bitcoin-could-drop-more-buy-these-2-etfs/) - Bitcoin has stumbled out of the gate this year, retreating sharply after its run to record highs. The cryptocurrency is trading below $77,610, and some market participants warn the selloff may not be over. More bearish forecasts see Bitcoin falling below $60,000, with extreme downside scenarios pointing to levels near $30,000. Several analysts cite weakening - [Very Strong Signal To Act On](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/very-strong-signal-to-act-on/) - We sent out an alert on Friday with a chart that gave us one of the strongest signals to date for a move to the down side. (see it here) and as we dig deeper we are seeing even more confirmation of that signal. Here is the update I sent to subscribers for today. I - [The Chip Stock Few Are Watching](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-chip-stock-few-are-watching/) - This year, the market has been more discerning about which Technology stocks it favors. The tape has quietly begun to reward companies tied to precision manufacturing and automation rather than pure-cycle semiconductor names. Leadership has been narrowing, favoring stocks that can grind higher on steady institutional sponsorship instead of headline-driven spikes. That kind of behavior - [Chart of the Day: Abbott Laboratories (ABT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-abbott-laboratories-abt/) - Always keep an eye on insider buying. After all, if company insiders are putting their money where their mouths are, it’s a sign of confidence. Look at Abbott Laboratories (ABT). The stock fell sharply following its latest earnings report. In fact, it had its worst showing in more than 20 years, gapping from about $120 - [Quick Chart Note](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-chart-note/) - The chart on the left is the current SPY daily chart. The chart on the right is a possible "fractal" forecast. What it means is if the pattern holds lower prices are ahead for the SPY. Thanks, Joe PS-Recently I opened up a new program that I have been working on for the past few years. - [This Index Is The Winner](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-index-is-the-winner/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [Chart of the Day: Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microsoft-msft-11/) - Investors may want to use Microsoft's (MSFT) weakness as an opportunity. At the moment, the stock is down $53 a share after reporting that cloud growth slowed in the second quarter. It also issued soft guidance on operating margins. The good news is that MSFT's EPS of $4.14 was better than the estimates of $3.97. Revenue of $81.27 - [A Critical Inflection Point for Markets](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-critical-inflection-point-for-markets/) - Markets were anything but quiet as momentum surged back into the names that matter most 📈⚡. We broke down how leadership quietly shifted over the past few sessions, with heavyweight tech reclaiming center stage while broader indexes lagged behind — a telltale sign of capital getting positioned ahead of key earnings. The S&P 500’s push - [Is 7,000 Too High?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-7000-too-high/) - Let’s start the week out by looking at trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include an update - [Why FedEx Keeps Attracting Buyers](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-fedex-keeps-attracting-buyers/) - Strength beneath the surface has been the defining feature of this tape lately. While headlines focus on index levels, capital has quietly rotated toward names showing persistent accumulation and structural momentum rather than short-lived spikes. That kind of behavior tends to show up first in stocks tied to real economic throughput, where institutions can build - [Chart of the Day: How to Trade What Congress Trades on the Cheap](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-trade-what-congress-trades-on-the-cheap/) - If you want exposure to what elected officials are trading, there are two ways to do that. For one, you could always track down what each member of Congress is buying and selling and tag along, such as Nancy Pelosi. Just this week, it was announced that Nancy Pelosi made a fortune trading options on - [Chart of the Day: Affirm Holdings (AFRM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-affirm-holdings-afrm-5/) - Pay close attention to buy now, pay later stock Affirm (AFRM). For one, Americans are taking on substantial amounts of debt. “All major loan categories tracked in the report saw increases as well. Credit card balances topped $1.2 trillion, rising 7.3% from the fourth quarter of last year and logging the smallest yearly increase since - [Using This Latest Burst Wisely](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/using-this-latest-burst-wisely/) - I wrote last week that I thought the short term might still be constructive due to stocks like AAPL (chart) and MSFT among others looking sufficiently oversold; in fact they would have be buys if I was constructive on the overall market. Clearly outsmarted myself on this one. These Mag 7 stocks took off and - [Take The Tail Wind To The Bank](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/take-the-tail-wind-to-the-bank/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Technical Explanation of Vega, Delta, and Theta](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/technical-explanation-of-vega-delta-and-theta/) - by Dave Caplan A trader may see if current market volatility is high and implied and the historical volatilities are at the upper band of their normal range, and volatility has been rising. He then initiates a “Neutral Option Position.” If the trader has incorrectly forecasted that volatility was going to decline, he can suffer - [When Rotation Rewrites the Market Playbook](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/when-rotation-rewrites-the-market-playbook/) - Markets flipped the script today—and we were ready for it. Major indexes surged, with the S&P 500 charging to fresh all-time highs and the Nasdaq pushing decisively higher as well, confirming a shift we flagged ahead of time ⚡📈. After months of non-tech leadership, today’s tape showed capital rotating exactly as expected: profits coming off - [Mixed Markets Hide These Winners](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/mixed-markets-hide-these-winners/) - A pretty big divergence in the indexes yesterday shows how conflicted the market is right now. And that churn can be a meat grinder for traders looking to steadily generate income. But there are ways to insulate against the swings and target payouts that keep the income flowing even when trends start to wander. Keith - [Grabbing Payouts From More Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grabbing-payouts-from-more-highs/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [Chart of the Day: Palo Alto Networks (PANW)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palo-alto-networks-panw-4/) - Trading at $180.18, Palo Alto Networks is oversold at triple bottom support dating back to late November 2025. It’s also oversold on RSI, Full Stochastics, and Williams’ %R. In fact, the last few times it was this oversold using those technical pivot points, the stock bounced back from about $144.15 in April to 200; from - [A Cyclical Winner in a Rotating Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-cyclical-winner-in-a-rotating-market/) - Early strength across cyclicals continues to reveal a market that’s quietly favoring real-economy exposure over pure narrative-driven trades. Leadership has been broadening, with industrial and infrastructure-linked names pressing higher as capital rotates toward durable trends rather than short-term momentum bursts. That rotation has created a steady bid beneath select heavyweights, even on days when the - [Exploiting A Spooked Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-a-spooked-market/) - After last week's quick panic, we are seeing markets rebuilding their footing and looking to go higher. There are some great indicators to use for climates like this and Blane Markham walked through them in his weekly Market Periscope. As thiings shift back to bullish tendencies we are looking at the laggards that offer great - [Markets Heading for Familiar Levels](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-heading-for-familiar-levels/) - When we look for our next trade we look for places the market has found support and resistance recently. This is where it is likely to head again. But the next trick is to gauge if the market will break through those points. I spotted an area prices have been comfortable in lately and it - [Chart of the Day: YieldMax DKNG Option Income Strategy ETF (DRAY)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-yieldmax-dkng-option-income-strategy-etf-dray-2/) - If you’re looking for opportunity in this crazed market, look for solid stocks down on temporary weakness. If you also want to earn yield, see if you can indirectly invest in those same solid stocks through yielding ETFs. In fact, here’s one to consider. YieldMax DKNG Option Income Strategy ETF (DRAY) With an expense ratio - [This Is What I Expect as Markets Scatter](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-what-i-expect-as-markets-scatter/) - "News" is sending the stock market up and down. Meanwhile major stocks like AAPL, MSFT, and AMZN have reached various levels of "oversold" that the majority of the time would make me an interested buyer. On the opposite end the smaller stocks that make up the Russel 2000 are making new highs that may be - [Grab these swings](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grab-these-swings/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Chart of the Day: Cameco Corp. (CCJ)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-cameco-corp-ccj-3/) - Uranium stocks, such as Cameco Corp.(CCJ), could benefit from two key catalysts. One, the Trump Administration just expanded its critical minerals list to include uranium in an effort to strengthen domestic supply and reduce reliance on foreign sources. Two, Trump just praised nuclear power during his speech at Davos. He said, “I've signed an order directing - [The Crucial Setup Behind This Market Surge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-crucial-setup-behind-this-market-surge/) - Markets came into the week stretched near record highs and primed for turbulence—and that’s exactly what showed up when weekend geopolitical headlines and a sudden spike in bond yields sparked a sharp selloff. But just as fast as fear hit, it faded. As yields cooled and worst-case geopolitical scenarios were taken off the table, buyers - [Big Moves, Big Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-moves-big-trades/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Finding Wins In ALOT of Noise](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/finding-wins-in-alot-of-noise/) - Markets got whipsawed by tariff news as the Greenland “conversation” escalates, and that’s causing great uncertainty for investors and traders alike. In moments of uncertainty, I look for a signal from a reliable source that helps me filter through the noise. Trying to aggressively buy the dip might work, but it might not. I prefer - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-albemarle-alb/) - With the lithium supply-demand story heating up again, we highlighted an opportunity in Albemarle (ALB) last Friday. At the time, it traded at around $162. Today, it’s up to $179 and still exploding higher. Helping, Deutsche Bank upgraded ALB to a buy rating with a $185 price target. Analysts at Baird also upgraded ALB to - [The Next Market Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-next-market-move/) - I got out of my sole long position in NVDA at the open on Tuesday. I think there is more downside to come in the stock market, with bounces or sideways chop obviously interspersed. On the attached SPY chart I don't think we trade above the 690 line highlighted again over the next few weeks. We are I - [Rebound Trade or Sidelines?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rebound-trade-or-sidelines/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-vectors-gold-miners-etf-gdx-3/) - We’ve been pounding the table for months to buy gold. All thanks to geopolitical issues, inflation, interest rate cuts, economic disarray, and central bank buying. In fact, since late August, we’ve been pounding the table over ETFs such as the VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX), which ran from $60 to $102.31 so far. - [Support Tested Amid Rising Global Tensions](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/support-tested-amid-rising-global-tensions/) - Markets opened the week under real pressure as global headlines collided with tightening liquidity overseas, spilling into U.S. equities and triggering a broad reset across the major indexes 🌍📉. We broke down exactly what’s driving this shift, why geopolitical developments suddenly matter more to stocks, and how pros think about risk when volatility spikes. Importantly, - [Three High Yielding Funds for 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/three-high-yielding-funds-for-2026/) - by Ian Cooper If you’re thinking about retirement, nearing retirement, or already enjoying it, one concern tends to rise above the rest: reliable cash flow. One of the most effective ways to accomplish that is through passive income combined with long-term growth. Exchange-traded funds (ETFs), particularly those offered by Vanguard and other major providers, make this approach - [Intermarket Analysis and Correlation](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/intermarket-analysis-and-correlation-2/) - by Russell Sands Many of you may already know my disapproval of looking at anything other than direct price action of the market you are trading; to say nothing of my contempt for some of the more ‘exotic’ indicators out there. Well, one of the hot new twists in technical analysis that vendors and system designers - [Chart of the Day: Microsoft (MSFT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microsoft-msft-10/) - Microsoft has become ridiculously oversold at $459.96. It’s also oversold on RSI, MACD, Williams’ %R, and on Full Stochastics. The last time these indicators were this oversold, MSFT bounced from about $468 to a high of $493.50. We’re looking for a similar bounce again now. Helping, analysts at Goldman Sachs has a buy rating on - [Weird Chart Signals NVDA Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/weird-chart-signals-nvda-move/) - After being range bound for a bit, there are questions about what NVDA will do next. There has been a very eerie correlation with this market darling and another ticker that has consistently been a few days ahead of the NVDA moves. IF this tracks, there is a huge potential move setting up. Take a - [This is the next key level for S&P](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-the-next-key-level-for-sp/) - It's a short week and there are a lot of factors tugging at the markets. When we dive in we start to see some signs pointing to the next key level of resistance for the S&P. Blane Markham's weekly Market Periscope update shines a spotlight on what that next number will be. As we move - [Market on Alert: Key Stocks Set the Tone This Morning](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-on-alert-key-stocks-set-the-tone-this-morning/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! Monday is shaping up to be an important tone setter after a week that showed just how selective this market has become. Momentum is still alive, but it is concentrated, and that makes the open especially important. This is a market that will tell you very quickly whether buyers - [Chart of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-albemarle-alb-12/) - Lithium remains one of the most strategically important commodities for the global shift to electrification, clean energy, and energy storage. Demand for lithium is only rising, as supply continues to dwindle thanks to lower mine activity. In fact, lithium is shifting from oversupply to a tight deficit again. As noted by Seeking Alpha, “Industry forecasts continue to point - [Quick Wins In A Tough Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-wins-in-a-tough-market/) - Today I was forced off the sidelines by the flow in NVDA. I got long near the close of Thursday trading. It was a clear signal from my Xray indicator. As well there was a penetration of the Volume Point of Control off the recent high that had until Thursday capped price action. I still - [Small Caps Offer A Win Oasis](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-caps-offer-a-win-oasis/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [This Semiconductor Giant Keeps Climbing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-semiconductor-giant-keeps-climbing/) - There’s a market story unfolding that’s hard to ignore — a leading player in the semiconductor space is not just climbing, it’s dominating with a breakout that’s visibly carving higher highs and higher lows on the chart. Against a backdrop of broader tech hesitation, this powerhouse in chip fabrication has delivered a fresh string of - [The Market’s Next Winners Are Emerging](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-markets-next-winners-are-emerging/) - Markets continue to remain in rally mode—and today’s session zeroed in what is driving this powerful tape 🚀📈. With multiple major indexes (including equal-weight versions) pushing at or near all-time highs, we broke down why this is not the same old leadership story from prior years. Rotation is actively fueling fresh winners across newly resurgent - [Chart of the Day: Dell ](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-dell/) - Dell (DELL) is quietly emerging as a major beneficiary of the AI infrastructure boom, too. Analysts at Barclays recently upgraded Dell to an overweight rating, citing growing confidence in the company’s positioning within the AI server market. Barclays also maintained its $148 price target. Fueling upside is the strength of Dell’s AI server orders, which continue to exceed expectations as enterprises and - [Markets Not Able To Rally, Sets Up This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-not-able-to-rally-sets-up-this-trade/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: How to Trade the Potential for $5,000 Gold](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-trade-the-potential-for-5000-gold/) - At record highs, gold could soon test $5,000. All as escalating tensions in Iran, mounting political pressure on the U.S. Federal Reserve, economic issues, and aggressive buying by global central banks boost demand. According to analysts at HSBC, rising geopolitical risks could push gold above $5,050 during the first half of the year. “We believe that - [Rotation Moving Money Here](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rotation-moving-money-here/) - Markets are looking for a path as we roll into the new year and this has money shifting from sector to sector. Traders were a bit spoiled last year with tech being such an easy target for big moves. But in Dec and the last week or so that cooled off and the velocity evaporated. - [Traders Eye Fresh Signal in Small Caps](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/traders-eye-fresh-signal-in-small-caps/) - As many traders are still obsessing over yesterday’s winners, a different corner of the market has quickly flipped the script—and the tape is making it impossible to ignore. Stocks tied to the domestic growth engine are surging as easing interest-rate expectations, resilient U.S. economic data, and improving risk appetite combine to create a powerful tailwind - [Simple Way To Trade This Wild Week](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/simple-way-to-trade-this-wild-week/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Where's The Opportunity Amid New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/wheres-the-opportunity-amid-new-highs/) - Markets are pressing their advantage, and today’s breakdown zeroed in on just how strong the tape has become 📈⚡. Multiple major indexes have notched fresh all-time highs in recent sessions, a clear sign that momentum remains firmly intact beneath the surface. We drilled into the specific sectors doing the heavy lifting right now, explaining why - [Nuclear Power Demand is Explosive. Here’s How to Trade It Today.](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/nuclear-power-demand-is-explosive-heres-how-to-trade-it-today/) - by Ian Cooper Artificial intelligence hasn’t just fueled upside in tech stocks. It’s also fueling massive upside in energy stocks, most recently nuclear energy. As noted by Reuters, “some power companies projecting electricity sales growth several times higher than estimates just months earlier. Nine of the top 10 U.S. electric utilities said data centers were - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Structure Therapeutics (GPCR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-structure-therapeutics-gpcr/) - We’ve been pounding the table over obesity drug stocks for quite some time, we said on December 10. Look at Structure Therapeutics (GPCR). The first time we highlighted an opportunity in the stock, it traded at around $22 in late June. Today, it’s up to $78.50. Driving the stock higher, there’s a good deal of - [Navigating A Market Minefield](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/navigating-a-market-minefield/) - We are in a period where I have made my position clear--- I am flat. If anything still leaning a bit bullish. However there are issues underneath the surface. Not enough to be bearish yet, but enough to be cognizant of their existence. So we are left with a very mixed picture. There are no - [This Tech Trade Is Moving Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-tech-trade-is-moving-up/) - Tech stocks are setting up a potential trade that I want to walk you through. Here is an example of a trade set up one of my favorite indicators has signaled, the chart that helped me spot it, and the steps you can consider supercharging this move for the maximum potential. QQQ, or the Invesco - [This Chart Is Sending a Powerful Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-chart-is-sending-a-powerful-signal/) - While much of the market gravitates toward high-profile growth narratives and rate-sensitive trades, one of the world’s largest alternative asset managers is quietly reinforcing its long-term positioning. With a diversified platform spanning private equity, credit, and real assets, this firm benefits from multiple fee-generating engines rather than reliance on a single investment cycle. Continued growth - [Chart of the Day: NuScale Power (SMR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nuscale-power-smr/) - Artificial intelligence is fueling massive upside in energy stocks, most recently nuclear energy. Just last week, Meta unveiled agreements to secure about 6.6 GW of nuclear power by 2035 for its data centers. One of those deals was with Vistra Energy (SYM: VST), which will provide electricity from three existing nuclear power plants. Meta is also - [What To Do As The Market Softens](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-do-as-the-market-softens/) - Following a struggling push higher last week, the momentum is just not what it used to be. That sets up a scenario where adjusting your strategy is a wise move. Blane Markham lined up a great glimpse at what has let the steam out of the rally and what he is looking at to keep - [Chart of the Day: Broadcom (AVGO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-broadcom-avgo-5/) - After dropping from about $413 to a recent low of $322.48, Broadcom is finding support from analysts at Bernstein. The firm just reiterated an "outperform" rating on the stock, thanks to its AI dominance. The firm also has a price target of $475 a share. Analysts at Cantor Fitzgerald also believe AVGO is “ripe for outperformance” - [While Tech Stalls, New Leadership Takes Control](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/while-tech-stalls-new-leadership-takes-control/) - A major shift in market leadership is underway, and today’s breakdown peeled back the layers to show exactly what’s changing 📊⚡. While headline indexes have been weighed down by weakness in former high-flying tech names, rotation is accelerating and breathing fresh life into entirely different pockets of the market. Leadership is clearly changing hands, with - [Chart of the Day: Invesco Aerospace & Defense ETF (PPA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-invesco-aerospace-defense-etf-ppa/) - With global tensions mounting, defense stocks are expected to surge even higher. Earlier this week, defense stocks pulled back after President Trump said he would not allow dividends or buybacks for defense companies until arms production speeds up. “Defense Companies are not producing our Great Military Equipment rapidly enough and, once produced, not maintaining it properly or quickly,” - [This is where I would be cautious](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-where-i-would-be-cautious/) - I think the order of the day and more likely the month of January is to be very careful. I have had about 90% winners over the last 6 months in the options market by being a patient and waiting for set ups I liked. And in that vein right now I don't see anything I like. My first - [Chart of the Day: Palantir (PLTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-palantir-pltr/) - Palantir looks interesting for two reasons. One, it's slowly pivoting from overextensions on RSI, Williams' %R, and Full Stochastics. Two, it's gaining momentum on the Venezuela story. Venezuela and other troubling geopolitical issues are being met with higher demand for defense and AI software. Considering PLTR has strong ties to the U.S. government and defense - [Momentum Confirms a Breakout in Financials](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-confirms-a-breakout-in-financials/) - When market leadership rotates, past winners pass the baton to new emergent stocks as they gain traction. This is precisely what we are seeing with one major financial name that has emerged from the rotation storm not just intact, but accelerating. As price continues to carve out clean higher highs and higher lows this move - [Very Mixed Markets Hide This Winner](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/very-mixed-markets-hide-this-winner/) - The market behavior to start 2026 has been wild, to say the least. A handful of stocks have been explosive, others have been disasters, and a number have done very little of interest. As new investment ideas get allocated to, we are seeing major rotation amidst a generally bullish market, and it’s enough to make - [This Rally Isn’t About Big Tech Anymore](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-rally-isnt-about-big-tech-anymore/) - The market is wasting no time making its intentions clear as the New Year kicks off with broad-based strength and fresh momentum 🚀📊. We broke down why this rally looks very different from what most investors are used to, with leadership expanding well beyond the mega-cap tech crowd and more stocks across multiple sectors starting - [These Flu Season Stocks are on Sale](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-flu-season-stocks-are-on-sale/) - by Ian Cooper With flu season nearing, it’s time to get flu shots and try your best to avoid germs. As anyone with a respiratory system will tell you, flu season isn’t fun. However, as any investor holding pharmacy and flu-related, coughing-sniffling remedy stocks will tell you it’s one of the best times of the - [Mini-Option Benefits](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/mini-option-benefits/) - by Wendy Kirkland Hedge Against Loss Options are often used as a way to hedge against losses on the equity shares that an investor owns. If the overall market is going through a correction period and is heading down or if the equity has received some bad news and looks like it will pullback for - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia Could Rally Back to $200 Shortly.](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-could-rally-back-to-200-shortly/) - Shares of Nvidia (NVDA) are up another $3.20 a share at $191.31. From here, we’d like to see it rally back to $200 initially. Longer-term, we’d like to see it closer to $220 a share, with the AI boom showing no signs of cooling off. Helping, NVDA just announced the launch of its next-generation Vera - [Finding Bigger Winners In Big Moves](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/finding-bigger-winners-in-big-moves/) - We had another big winner on UPSTART from Friday. The stock has risen from 43 to over $50 in 2 trading days! Most of that was on Monday so even a day late was a big winner. I took profits on Monday. Not sure why the rise, but I am sure that I saw something - [Chart of the Day: Planet Fitness (PLNT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-planet-fitness-plnt-2/) - We’ve been pounding the table over Planet Fitness (PLNT) since early October. As we noted at the time, “As millions of us do, we promise next year will be different. Around this time of year, about 90% of us, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine, make a resolution to lose weight, diet, and exercise more. All as - [This Financial Chart Is Telling a New Story](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-financial-chart-is-telling-a-new-story/) - As investors increasingly favor stability over speculation, a quietly improving insurer is beginning to attract attention through disciplined execution and improving fundamentals. With a business mix spanning specialty property, liability, and supplemental protection products, earnings are supported by multiple streams rather than exposure to a single risk category, while pricing actions and improved risk selection - [Market Tea Pot Not Whistling... Yet](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-tea-pot-not-whistling-yet/) - Friday was a bit of a non-event but there are a lot of moving pieces this morning as we really step into the new year. The market has been bubbling along but there are a couple really telling indicators that say while the pot may be hot, it isn't boiling over.. yet. But there is - [2026 Market Playbook: Where the Smart Trades Are Forming](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/2026-market-playbook-where-the-smart-trades-are-forming/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! 2026 is shaping up to be a year that keeps traders on their toes. This is not a slow, sleepy market. It is active, reactive, and full of moments where price moves fast and decisively. That is exactly the kind of environment where prepared traders thrive. The market outlook - [Chart of the Day: 2026 Super Bowl Trade Ideas](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-2026-super-bowl-trade-ideas/) - Americans love to bet on sports. Look at the Super Bowl, for example. According to the American Gaming Association, $7.61 billion was bet on the Super Bowl in 2021. In 2022, the AGA estimated that more than $8 billion would be wagered. In 2023, $16 billion was wagered. In 2024, about $23.1 billion. In 2025, - [Spotting Where The S&P Is Headed](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/spotting-where-the-sp-is-headed/) - Let’s start the week out by looking at trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include an update - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Nike (NKE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-nike-nke/) - Just the other day, we highlighted an opportunity in Nike (NKE).That was after Apple’s Tim Cook bought $3 million worth of Nike stock. Cook, who has been on the NKE board since 2005, bought 50,000 shares at an average price of $58.97 a share. Robert Swan, another Nike director, purchased approximately $500,000 of stock on December 22 at an average - [Top Ten Most Viewed Articles of 2025](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/top-ten-most-viewed-articles-of-2025/) - Looking back at the year we can see a wild ride. On New Year's Eve it is easy to think about this long tech led rally but there was a crash that we went through in the past 12 months as well. The Fed got a lot of attention this year and there were some - [Simple Trade To Start With A Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/simple-trade-to-start-with-a-win/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [The Rally Played Out Exactly as Forecast — Here’s What’s Next](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-rally-played-out-exactly-as-forecast-heres-whats-next/) - The market is closing out the year exactly the way the charts had been hinting it would 🎅📈. We walked through how last week’s call for a Santa Claus Rally played out almost to the letter, with the S&P 500 printing several fresh all-time highs and continuing to hover near those levels as the calendar - [Chart of the Day: Bitcoin ](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-bitcoin/) - Bitcoin didn’t have a great year. After surging to record highs, Bitcoin is now below $88,000 with some traders warning it could drop to less than $40,000. Bloomberg Intelligence strategist Mike McGlone says it could drop to $10,000 in the new year on “post-inflation deflation,” a period when asset prices crash after an inflationary cycle, as - [Tech Takes A Hit, But It Isn't Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-takes-a-hit-but-it-isnt-out/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [These are the Likely Dogs of the Dow for 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-are-the-likely-dogs-of-the-dow-for-2026/) - by Ian Cooper Every year, one of the best strategies is the Dogs of the Dow. You simply buy a basket of underperformers on the Dow that pay dividends, and sell by the end of the year. For 2025, here’s how the Dogs are doing with just days to go. Verizon (VZ), which yields 6.85%, - [Leverage: Greatest Friend or Enemy?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/leverage-greatest-friend-or-enemy/) - by Keith Cotterill Leverage can be your greatest friend, and in the wrong hands your greatest enemy. One obvious example of leverage is the National Lottery. You can pay only $1.00 and have the opportunity to win (through pure luck) millions of dollars, turning $1.00 into $15,000.00! Of course in the lottery your total loss - [Why This Financial Stock Keeps Climbing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-this-financial-stock-keeps-climbing/) - Right now, one corner of the financial sector is speaking loudly through price action alone. A dominant player in the insurance space has been quietly but relentlessly marching higher, carving out a textbook uptrend defined by higher highs, higher lows, and repeated fresh 52-week highs. While broader markets have churned through bouts of volatility, this - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-18/) - After finding strong support at $170, Nvidia continues to ramp higher. Last trading at $190 in premarket, NVDA is up on news that it agreed to pay $20 billion to acquire assets from Groq, an AI startup. From here, given the strength of the AI boom, we’d like to see NVDA closer to $200 before - [Chart of the Day: Affirm Holdings (AFRM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-affirm-holdings-afrm-4/) - Ahead of every major holiday, you may want to invest in Affirm Holdings (AFRM) – especially with Americans racking up substantial debt. Household debt exploded to $18.6 trillion during the third quarter of 2025. Of that, $13.07 trillion was in mortgage debt, according to the Federal Reserve Bank of New York’s report on household debt - [The Dogs Of The Dow for 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-dogs-of-the-dow-for-2026/) - As 2025 comes to a close, I wanted to provide a bit of insight into a common strategy for the new year to help you all prepare for upcoming opportunities. As traders and investors alike review new positional ideas, a common strategy that is implemented is also a quite simple one: the dogs of the - [This Trade is A Gift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-trade-is-a-gift/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [All-Time Highs Signal a Strong Finish](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/all-time-highs-signal-a-strong-finish/) - Markets are closing out the year with a burst of momentum, and today’s session broke down why this long-anticipated year-end rally is finally taking center stage 🎅📈. With the S&P 500 pushing to fresh all-time highs and only a handful of trading days left on the calendar, we walked through the technical evidence that suggested - [Chart of the Day: Novo Nordisk (NVO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-novo-nordisk-nvo/) - Novo Nordisk (NYSE: NVO) is gaining momentum. That’s thanks to news that the company’s Wegovy secured approval of its GLP-1 pill, and will have a starting dose of 1.5 milligrams for patients. The company expects to launch the pill in early January, and expect for the pill to help people lose as much weight as with the - [The U.S. Just Declared a National Emergency with this Metal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-u-s-just-declared-a-national-emergency-with-this-metal/) - by Ian Cooper The U.S. just declared a national emergency over copper. Used in everything from electric vehicles and data centers to power grids and defense systems, copper prices are exploding with massive supply-demand issues. It’s just part of the reason why copper ran from about $4.25/lb. to more than $5.40 – with more upside - [Borrow Low – Lend High](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/borrow-low-lend-high/) - by Ellie Taft Do you know what economists mean when they claim Japan is financing the American consumer? The explanation is really quite interesting. Please, allow me… The lending rate at the central Bank of Japan is 0.5%. The US Fed rate was 4.25%, as of January 1, 2008. So, investors can borrow money in - [Tech Continues Climb--Here's A Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-continues-climb-heres-a-trade/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [The Market Is Repricing This Drugmaker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-market-is-repricing-this-drugmaker/) - While much of the market’s attention rotates toward faster-moving biotech stories, a well-established pharmaceutical leader is quietly rebuilding its footing through scale, diversification, and disciplined execution. With a broad portfolio spanning oncology, cardiovascular, and immunology, this company benefits from multiple revenue pillars rather than reliance on a single blockbuster, while its deep pipeline and strategic - [Chart of the Day: Elanco Animal Health (ELAN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-elanco-animal-health-elan/) - If insiders are putting their money where their mouths are, pay close attention. After all, it’s the insiders who know their company the best. And if they’re willing to put down a good deal of money on it, it’s a clear sign they’re bullish on the future. Look at Elanco Animal Health (ELAN). Since bottoming out - [This Indicator Is Important To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-indicator-is-important-to-watch/) - Setting up our plan for the holiday week. The market acted predictably last week and is offering more clues as to what is going to do into year end. I have an indicator I rely on to give me a sign of how complacent the market is in the current trend. It is at a - [Chart of the Day: Viking Therapeutics (VKTX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-viking-therapeutics-vktx-8/) - Trading at $34, VKTX could explode higher again. That is, if the company sees further positive results with its obesity trials. Most recently, VKTX initiated its VANQUISH Phase 3 clinical program for VK2735, the company's dual agonist of the glucagon-like peptide 1 (GLP-1) and glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide (GIP) receptors. All as the company progresses with both oral - [A Clean Uptrend Emerging in Financials](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-clean-uptrend-emerging-in-financials/) - Investment flows often tells the truth before headlines do — and right now, it’s flowing decisively into financial leaders. In a market still wrestling with crosscurrents, one major financial-services powerhouse has surged to the front of the pack, delivering a clean, disciplined advance that stands out even among strong peers. Benefiting from a powerful mix - [Small Cap Fake Out--Don't Get Fooled](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-cap-fake-out-dont-get-fooled/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Big Pattern Plays Out Nicely](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-pattern-plays-out-nicely/) - For the last week or 10 days I have been talking about buying the SPY if it got into the box on the attached chart. It did exactly that and if you bought, all that remains now is to wait and see how it plays out. Recall that how I expected it to play out, is with - [Chart of the Day: Oracle (ORCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-oracle-orcl-2/) - Severely oversold shares of Oracle (ORCL) are showing big signs of life. After gapping lower on AI data center spending fears, Oracle appears to have caught strong support at $188.65. It’s also overextended on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From here, we’d like to see ORCL initially refill its bearish gap at around $220 a - [Be Ahead Of This Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/be-ahead-of-this-move/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Chart of the Day: Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-amazon-amzn-9/) - Shares of Amazon (NASDAQ: AMZN) are showing big signs of life again. For one, OpenAI is in talks with the e-commerce giant about an investment that could exceed $10 billion. It could also include an agreement to use Amazon AI chips, too. This comes not long after OpenAI restructured and outlined the details of its - [What Drives Year End Moves](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-drives-year-end-moves/) - Many talk about the Santa Claus Rally but there are a lot of forces at play as we near December 31st. In the latest Eye Opener quick market chat with Keith Harwood we talked through a couple of those factor. From retail traders making tax moves to fund managers reallocating and gaming performance metrics, each - [Watching For This Buy Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/watching-for-this-buy-signal/) - I talked about this SPY chart in the weekend update. I said that if the price got into the box there was a very strong possibility I would buy it. I could see a second chance this week. Nasdaq led the way down though, and my feeling is that it will also lead the way back up. Going to be watching - [This Indicator Is Lighting Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-indicator-is-lighting-up/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Biotech Leader Carving Out Powerful Uptrend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/biotech-leader-carving-out-powerful-uptrend/) - Some breakouts roar — others build quietly, relentlessly, and then explode… and that’s exactly the story unfolding in biotech right now. A leading drugmaker with a deep pipeline and a knack for turning cutting-edge science into commercial reality is suddenly gaining real traction, drawing renewed interest from investors seeking growth without the froth that’s haunted - [This Isn’t a Breakdown — It’s a Broadening Bull Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-isnt-a-breakdown-its-a-broadening-bull-market/) - Markets are sending mixed signals on the surface, but the deeper story unfolding beneath the indexes is far more intriguing ⚡📊. While pressure in big-tech and AI names has created some headline anxiety, the broader bull market is quietly expanding as capital rotates into previously lagging areas. That broad participation is exactly what powered last - [Gold Could Easily Rally to $5,000 in Early 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gold-could-easily-rally-to-5000-in-early-2026/) - by Ian Cooper Gold is hitting record highs. And there’s still further upside ahead. Just days after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by another quarter point, Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Anna Paulson says unemployment is a bigger economic threat than inflation, which could open the door for more interest rate cuts in the new - [Chart of the Day: Strategy (MSTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-strategy-mstr/) - Since peaking in October, Strategy (MSTR) plummeted from $360 to a low of $162. All thanks to Bitcoin, which fell from about $125,000 in October to a recent low of $87,256. All on fears of fewer interest rate cuts from the Federal Reserve in 2026. However, despite the fear, Bitcoin is attempting to pivot higher, - [This Trend Is Still Our Friend](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-trend-is-still-our-friend/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [This Market Icon Is Back in Focus](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-market-icon-is-back-in-focus/) - While investors chase the newest high-growth narratives, one of the market’s most dominant and disciplined leaders is quietly reasserting its influence. Long recognized for its brand power, ecosystem strength, and relentless execution, this company is entering a phase where hardware, services, and platform innovation are aligning more tightly than they have in years. Its services - [Chart of the Day: Broadcom (AVGO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-broadcom-avgo-4/) - Broadcom took a massive hit late last week, falling $46.44 on Friday. All after management warned of margin pressures. Broadcom posted strong earnings and gave a strong forecast. Unfortunately, the stock fell “after the chipmaker warned growing sales of lower-margin custom AI processors were squeezing profitability, sparking worries that the business may be less lucrative,” - [What Volatility Is Telling Us About The Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-volatility-is-telling-us-about-the-market/) - There are some very useful tools that help us measure expected volatility that give us bigger clues about what to expect as we head into year end. This ongoing rally is changing its cadence slightly and we need to keep a close eye on it. I broke it down in my update to subscribers and - [Chart of the Day: Gold Could Easily Rally to $5,000 in Early 2026](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-gold-could-easily-rally-to-5000-in-early-2026/) - Gold is hitting record highs. And there’s still further upside ahead. Just days after the Federal Reserve cut interest rates by another quarter point, Philadelphia Federal Reserve President Anna Paulson says unemployment is a bigger economic threat than inflation, which could open the door for more interest rate cuts in the new year. “That’s partly - [What Direction Markets Are Headed...For Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-direction-markets-are-headed-for-now/) - Last time I mentioned Adv Micro Devices (ADM) and said not to sleep on it, despite the fact there has been a preponderance of tiny green bars. Thursday the stock opened sharply lower, was down $11 or almost 5% on the day.... then remarkably it traversed all that decline and closed slightly higher on the day! Certainly looks like - [Mixed Indexes Show Where Trade Hide](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/mixed-indexes-show-where-trade-hide/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [Financial Sector Surge Signals Powerful Upside](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/financial-sector-surge-signals-powerful-upside/) - When the financial engine of the economy starts humming again, the stocks that feed it often light up before the broader market notices — and that’s exactly what we’re seeing now. An ETF focused on banking and financial services has surged into a powerful, momentum-driven uptrend, pushing past volatility and now trading at fresh all-time - [Chart of the Day: Oracle (ORCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-oracle-orcl/) - At the moment, Oracle (ORCL) is a falling knife. So, we wouldn’t buy just yet. What we’re now waiting to see is if ORCL can hold prior support at $193.60. If it fails at that point, it could slip to $180 worst case. Instead of rushing to buy what appears to be overkill, we’re waiting to see - [What Comes Next? Here Is A Clue](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-comes-next-here-is-a-clue/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Structure Therapeutics (GPCR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-structure-therapeutics-gpcr/) - We’ve been pounding the table over obesity drug stocks for quite some time. Look at Structure Therapeutics (GPCR). The first time we highlighted an opportunity in the stock, it traded at around $22 in late June. Today, it’s up to $66.40 after it unveiled the topline data for its GLP-1 drug aleniglipron, which topped competing offerings - [Don't Trade Headlines, This Is Smart](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-trade-headlines-this-is-smart/) - The FOMC will (likely) be cutting interest rates later today, and all eyes are on what the commentary regarding their view of the US economy does to financial markets. Additionally, we have a delayed Non-Farms Payroll number coming out on Tuesday of next week. All of this leads to potential for confusion in the markets, - [What to Expect Into Year End](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-expect-into-year-end/) - The market is getting ready for FOMC on Wednesday. I am still looking for new highs and a year end rally. I prefer we see a dip into 670-675 on the SPY first. However not sure we get that .... just sure that if we do I will buy it. It's becoming increasingly possible that there is - [The Cooling Powerhouse Riding the AI Boom](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-cooling-powerhouse-riding-the-ai-boom/) - A new wave of AI infrastructure and data-center expansion is quietly lighting a fire under one of America’s top HVAC and mechanical-services providers — and it’s climbing fast. As demand explodes for data-center cooling, precision climate control, and high-spec mechanical and electrical builds, this company is emerging as a backbone of the AI/tech build-out. With - [Fed Day Is Here--This Trade Looks Good](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/fed-day-is-here-this-trade-looks-good/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [An Undersupplied NAND Market is Fueling Upside in this Semiconductor Giant](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/an-undersupplied-nand-market-is-fueling-upside-in-this-semiconductor-giant/) - by Ian Cooper Shares of Sandisk (SNDK) are still taking off. In fact, according to analysts at Bank of America, the stock could test $300 thanks to growing demand from data centers and artificial intelligence. Fueling further potential upside, the NAND market could get even tighter thanks to the substantially growing appetite of artificial intelligence - [Five Benefits of Covered Call Writing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/five-benefits-of-covered-call-writing/) - by Dan Keen All stock market and options market trading involves the risk of the money that is at play. However, here are five huge benefits of covered call writing that you may wish to consider. Benefit #1: If you buy a stock on the stock market, and that stock does not go up in price, - [Trading Tech Into Fed Meeting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-tech-into-fed-meeting/) - Tech stocks are setting up a potential trade that I want to walk you through. Here is an example of a trade set up one of my favorite indicators has signaled, the chart that helped me spot it, and the steps you can consider supercharging this move for the maximum potential. QQQ, or the Invesco - [Sifting Profits From Fed Speak](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/sifting-profits-from-fed-speak/) - UPDATE--We will be live at 1pm for a select group of subscribers. You can access this event as well as a Market Periscope reader. Straight from the Optioneering research team, this is a new discovery they have had under the microscope and have it dialed in to this particular market climate. Be sure to join - [Chart of the Day: MP Materials (MP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-mp-materials-mp-5/) - MP Materials (MP) is still a strong buy opportunity. The last time we mentioned MP Materials, it traded at $56.94 on November 17. Today, it’s up to $63.08 and could rally even higher. In fact, with the U.S. battle over rare earth, Morgan Stanley just upgraded MP Materials to an overweight rating with a price - [Grab This Small Cap Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grab-this-small-cap-move/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [A PowerTrend You Can’t Ignore: One Asset Giant Is Breaking Free](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-powertrend-you-cant-ignore-one-asset-giant-is-breaking-free/) - One of the market’s strongest breakouts is only picking up steam and I bet you haven’t even heard about it. One global asset manager is riding that wave better than almost anyone. As demand surges for ETFs, passive strategies, and diversified global fund vehicles, this firm is benefiting from accelerating inflows, improving margins, and a - [Is the Market About to Rip Higher? The Signals You Need to See](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-the-market-about-to-rip-higher-the-signals-you-need-to-see/) - Market action is finally starting to firm up, and today’s breakdown mapped out why the tone beneath the surface is turning more constructive 📈⚡️. The S&P 500 has been grinding into a major resistance zone for five straight sessions without backing off—a classic sign of accumulation as buyers quietly load up ahead of a potential - [Chart of the Day: Salesforce (CRM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-salesforce-crm-3/) - Keep an eye on beaten down shares of Salesforce (CRM). Goldman Sachs just reiterated its buy rating on the stock following earnings. As noted by the firm, it now has a $385 price target following CRM earnings, especially with revenue and guidance in line with expectations. EPS of $3.25 bet estimates by 39 cents. Revenue - [Wow. Multiple Wow. Take a look](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/wow-multiple-wow-take-a-look/) - If markets were squishy last week, they are finding solid footing this week and teeing up some great trades. I jumped on a quick chat with Blane Markham and we whipped through some of the biggest factor be hind the latest leg up. A key point from the discussion was how Bitcoin is moving the - [Chart of the Day: Dogs of the Dow](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-dogs-of-the-dow/) - Every year, one of the best strategies is the Dogs of the Dow. You simply buy a basket of underperformers on the Dow that pay dividends, and sell by the end of the year. While the 2024 Dogs of the Dow didn’t do so well, you still had the opportunity to collect respectable yields along - [All Signs Point To Profit On This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/all-signs-point-to-profit-on-this-trade/) - The market is pedaling hard to continue its climb, but it sure is huffing and puffing. The big name tickers are not acting as gracefully as a pattern trader would like but there are some other tickers that look ready to pop. How do you filter through the mountains of possible trades to get to - [AI’s Hidden Backbone: The Stock Surging Into Breakout Territory](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ais-hidden-backbone-the-stock-surging-into-breakout-territory/) - When the world’s AI ambitions hit the gas pedal, one networking-infrastructure firm is quietly riding shotgun — and it’s starting to scream for attention. Demand for ultra-high-speed optical networking is exploding as data centers and cloud providers scramble to support AI workloads, and this company’s cutting-edge systems and interconnect solutions are squarely in the sweet - [Support Holds, Momentum Builds: Is The Year-End Rally On?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/support-holds-momentum-builds-is-the-year-end-rally-on/) - Markets are finally starting to flash some encouraging signals beneath the surface, and today’s breakdown walked through exactly why traders should be paying attention ⚡📊. The major indexes are pushing to shake off their pattern of lower lows and lower highs, internals are improving, and more individual names are beginning to trade with real strength. - [Short Straddle and Short Combination](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/short-straddle-and-short-combination/) - by Thomas DeMark Short Straddle In a short straddle, the trader believes the market will consolidate or move sideways into the options’ expirations. A short straddle entails the simultaneous sale of a call option and a put option of the same security, strike price, and expiration date. The short call option allows the trader to - [Chart of the Day: Netflix (NFLX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-netflix-nflx-5/) - Not only ago, NFLX split 10 for 1. Following that split, NFLX pulled back to about to about $102.50, where it appears to have caught strong support, and is just starting to pivot higher. It’s also starting to pivot from over-extensions on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From its current price of $109.13, we’d like - [This Is Rare In This Rally](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-is-rare-in-this-rally/) - The attached chart shows Nvidia trying to trace out a Head and Shoulders bottom. The stock is suffering from a lack of love right now, after being the darling for the last few years. After a 20% plus haircut, it may be time to remember one of my favorite adages "trends do not give up without a fight"! - [Unsteady Market Can Be A Trap](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/unsteady-market-can-be-a-trap/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [Chart of the Day: Roblox (RBLX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-roblox-rblx-2/) - Keep an eye on oversold shares of Roblox (RBLX). After falling from about $135 to about $87 a share, RBLX is slowly starting to pivot higher. It’s also starting to pivot from over-extensions on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From its current price of $95.03, we’d like to see RBLX retest $130 again shortly. The last - [Surprising Tech Laggard Could Pop](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/surprising-tech-laggard-could-pop/) - Just took a look at what to keep an eye on this week and are weeding through the potential for further recovery after last weeks bounce, but it probably won't be graceful. I took a dive into the broad market and also into some key individual stocks in my update (see below). As I was - [Chart of the Day: Global X Robotics and Artificial Intelligence ETF (BOTZ)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-global-x-robotics-and-artificial-intelligence-etf-botz/) - The artificial intelligence boom is still accelerating. With the global AI market already surpassing $230 billion in 2024, analysts now see a clear path to multi-trillion-dollar expansion - and the next five years may deliver the strongest gains yet. Forecasts now place AI’s value between $1.7 and $3.5 trillion by the early 2030s, with the most aggressive estimates topping $7 trillion by - [AI Ignites the Market: Weekend Setup Points to a Monday Surge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ai-ignites-the-market-weekend-setup-points-to-a-monday-surge/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room. The tape is heating up and the spark is coming from AI infrastructure. Alphabet just ignited the market with its new Gemini 3 model along with a major cloud contract announcement. That move sent the stock ripping to fresh highs and the reaction spread fast. Chip makers, data center - [What To Do On A Weird Day](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-do-on-a-weird-day/) - If you are doing your trading homework and reading this, you are probably not getting sucked into the Black Friday deals (or you might be in line trying to pick up that super cheap coffee maker). This is a great time to look at the markets and set up a nice year end trade or - [Short Day Offers Unique Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/short-day-offers-unique-opportunity/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [While Everyone Watches Big Tech, This Stock Is Breaking Away](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/while-everyone-watches-big-tech-this-stock-is-breaking-away/) - When many REITs struggle under macro pressure, one industrial real estate trust is quietly showing resilience — and it’s worth paying attention. This company owns and manages a large national portfolio of single-tenant warehouses and distribution centers, benefiting from booming demand for logistics and e-commerce space alongside interest rates begin to soften. With long-term Treasury - [Dow Screams Back--Get In On It](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dow-screams-back-get-in-on-it/) - My Diamond Paycheck Alerts make taking advantage of this is as simple as it can get. It uses the same approach that generated a quick 26% win example last week and we hand you the trades. Here is all of the info. An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning - [Support Holds, Volatility Fades: A New Bullish Window Just Opened](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/support-holds-volatility-fades-a-new-bullish-window-just-opened/) - This market's momentum may still feel shaky on the surface, but today’s breakdown showed that the market is starting to send some surprisingly constructive signals beneath the volatility ⚡️📊. A major support level dating back to early October held firmly, sparking a rebound in the S&P, while the VIX cooled off and even crypto bounced - [Chart of the Day: O’Reilly Automotive (ORLY)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-oreilly-automotive-orly/) - Always keep an eye on stock splits. While splits don’t change the value of a stock, they can serve as a positive signal. This can then lead to further liquidity and more investor interest. After all, if an attractive $500 stock were to split 10:1, bringing it to $50 a share, more investors are likely - [Copper Still Offers Substantial Upside Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/copper-still-offers-substantial-upside-opportunity/) - by Ian Cooper Copper demand is only expected to accelerate. In fact, according to BHP, demand will increase about 70% between 2021 and 2050. All thanks to infrastructure needs, power grid demand, and data centers that support artificial intelligence. In addition, as noted by the Financial Times, “The world’s largest miners have been rushing to - [Starting with Failure](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/starting-with-failure/) - by Jea Yu We have all failed. No one is excluded. The journey is about coming to terms with the truth. The vast majority of traders ultimately blow out. You have most likely blown out once, twice, or more. The reality is that trading is getting ever more difficult as markets get more so-called efficient. - [The Market That Cried Wolf](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-market-that-cried-wolf/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Chart of the Day: Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-amazon-amzn-8/) - With the 2025 holiday season is just around the corner, investors may want to consider investing in Amazon (AMZN). That’s because, according to Adobe Analytics, online spending is expected to jump about 5.3% this year to $253.4 billion. U.S. online sales for the 2025 holiday season (November 1 to December 31) are forecast to be - [Staggering But Not Down Yet--Look here](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/staggering-but-not-down-yet-look-here/) - After one of the wildest weeks we have seen in a long time, it is clear we are in a serious market churn. It is a transition from the rally? There were a couple key points that gave us an indication that is the case. That is a big cause of concern, Blane Markham gave - [Is The Drop Over?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-the-drop-over/) - Last week I called for a test of the S&P and it played out as ordered. So now what? Go short and sell into the panic or go long and grab what could be another potential dip. Here is the update I sent to my subscribers over the weekend. Take a look. Don't let your - [This “Safe” Stock Is Suddenly Setting Up for a Major Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-safe-stock-is-suddenly-setting-up-for-a-major-move/) - While investors obsess over the latest flashy growth stories, one of the market’s most disciplined blue-chip leaders is quietly stepping back into the spotlight. This stock is long known for its resilience and scientific depth, and is entering a new phase where innovation pipelines and strategic focus are finally converging. Its next-generation therapies are advancing - [Chart of the Day: How to Prepare for a 1929 Market Crash](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-how-to-prepare-for-a-1929-market-crash/) - Investors may want to prepare as if it were 1929, 2000, or even 2008. That’s because today’s market is eerily similar. Right now, the Dow Jones, the NASDAQ, and the S&P 500 are at all-time highs. All as investor optimism soars, sending valuations to unbelievable, unjustifiable highs. Even with trade war issues, geopolitical tension, and - [More Opportunity To The Downside](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/more-opportunity-to-the-downside/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [This Once-High-Flying Energy Play Is Finally Running Out of Steam](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-once-high-flying-energy-play-is-finally-running-out-of-steam/) - As the broader market grows more selective and finally begins separating real fundamentals from hype, one of the year’s flashiest momentum names is starting to show cracks. For months, this speculative energy player rode a wave of enthusiasm around next-gen power solutions, attracting outsized attention despite limited commercial traction and an execution story still heavy - [Chart of the Day: DraftKings (DKNG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-draftkings-dkng-8/) - Over the last few weeks, gambling stock, like DraftKings (DKNG) plummeted. For one, DKNG has seen recent selling pressure with underwhelming earnings. In its third quarter, DKNG’s revenue of $1.14 billion fell short of estimates of $1.2 billion. Its EPS loss of 52 cents was worse than estimates of a 43-cent per share loss. Guidance - [NVDA Saves The Day--Now What?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/nvda-saves-the-day-now-what/) - Leading into the earnings report from the chip making behemoth, it was tough to get to the key elements driving the market. But now that we see the AI boom catching its breath for another sprint, where does that leave everything else? In the latest dip we were searching for the sectors and stocks that - [Exploit This NVDA Bump](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploit-this-nvda-bump/) - I took profits on a bunch of shorts today during the midday pullback. I hope that you watched PYPL and took advantage! After the close Nvidia announced earnings and the stock, and the indexes are buoyant in the after hours. The attached chart of the SPY shows the 8 point rally on a 15 minute chart after hours. - [Trading The Post NVDA Earnings Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-post-nvda-earnings-market/) - With a strong report NVDA shot up again in aftermarket trading but the big question is will it be enough to lift the whole market? Yesterday was a bit of wait and see (this chart shows how it was basically flat) so this morning we will see where the dust settles. This chart image is - [Chart of the Day: Lithium Americas (LAC)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-lithium-americas-lac-4/) - Keep an eye on oversold shares of Lithium Americas (LAC). Last trading just under $5 a share, it’s now oversold and starting to reverse higher on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From here, we’d like to see it initially retest $7.50. Fueling upside, Li Liangbin, chairman of Ganfeng Lithium, said he expects for lithium to - [The Wild Trade And The Smart Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-wild-trade-and-the-smart-trade/) - All eyes are on NVDA earnings today and the market feels eerily vulnerable. If I could trade that most people are going to sit tight and wait this day out I think that would be a winner. But what if you wanted to, or had to place your next trade right now? What would it - [Big Picture Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-picture-trade/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [The Biotech Surge Is Real — Check Out This Fresh Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-biotech-surge-is-real-check-out-this-fresh-breakout/) - When growth comes back with a purpose, the market leans in — and that’s exactly what’s happening in one of biotech’s most compelling names. After a tough stretch that weighed on sentiment, this company is rallying hard on the back of renewed interest in quality biotech: investors are rotating out of frothy growth names and - [Chart of the Day: It’s Time to Bet Against Market Volatility](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-its-time-to-bet-against-market-volatility/) - Fear is getting out of hand. Right now, markets are overreacting to fears of a potential AI bubble, and on fears the Federal Reserve may not cut rates again this year, with lower odds of a cut. In fact, traders are now pricing in a 52% chance we’ll see a quarter-point cut in December, as - [Uranium Stocks Set to Soar on Two Key Catalysts](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/uranium-stocks-set-to-soar-on-two-key-catalysts/) - by Ian Cooper Uranium stocks could benefit from two key catalysts. One, the Trump Administration just expanded its critical minerals list to include uranium in an effort to strengthen domestic supply and reduce reliance on foreign sources. As noted by Investing News, “The designation of uranium recognizes its strategic importance in powering commercial nuclear reactors, - [The SPY Number To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-spy-number-to-watch/) - Hey everyone... travelling but not really much to add to the weekend video, that is unfolding as anticipated. Still think a test of 650 SPY will happen this week or next. SPY 610 this year is not out of realm at all. Nvidia earnings Wednesday. Can't see that saving the market unless guidance is binging - [How To Be Ready For Your Next Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-be-ready-for-your-next-win/) - Tis is a busy week. NVDA earnings tomorrow could be the tipping point for the market, or fuel it to the next record. The economy is showing more signs of pain and Wall Street is on a hair trigger, ready to scramble. When we have been in a steady trend for so long it is - [This Retail Turnaround Just Triggered a Rare Momentum Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-retail-turnaround-just-triggered-a-rare-momentum-signal/) - Momentum doesn’t appear out of thin air, it shows up when a business finally starts getting the big things right. That’s exactly what’s happening with this deep-value retail powerhouse. After a long stretch of operational resets and strategic missteps, the business is finally showing the kind of improvement investors have been waiting for. Traffic trends - [Chart of the Day: MP Materials (MP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-mp-materials-mp-4/) - The U.S. and China hit pause on the rare earth issue. But things could spiral out of control again. That’s because China now wants to prevent the U.S. military from getting its rare earth supply. As noted by CNBC, “Beijing will not allow the export of rare earth materials for use by foreign militaries, China’s Ministry - [I Noticed Why This Drop Is Different](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/i-noticed-why-this-drop-is-different/) - We have seen drops in this rally but this one has a different characteristic. The speed of this drop is a concern. I went through the key signals I am watching in my update for subscribers. These few stocks are bellwethers. I am lining up my positions for the week and this is going to - [Where Is the Money Moving?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/where-is-the-money-moving/) - Last week was a big shake out and threw a curve to anyone grabbing the dips and phoning in their trade to grab a gain. This is a bit different and requires a different approach. What we are looking at this week is where the money coming from all of this selling is going. That - [This Off-Price Giant Just Triggered a Powerful Trend Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-off-price-giant-just-triggered-a-powerful-trend-signal/) - Momentum matters — and when it meets value, attention follows. One major player in the off-price retail space has quietly moved from consolidation into a crisp up-trend that’s taking off once again. Its business model is thriving right now: buying premium branded goods at steep discounts, turning over inventory rapidly, and benefitting from a surge - [Chart of the Day: AvalonBay Communities (AVB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-avalonbay-communities-avb/) - More Americans are renting again. In fact, as noted by Fortune.com, “For the first time since 2016, America’s homeownership rate has tipped into negative territory, signaling a subtle but profound shift in the nation’s housing dynamics, Redfin reports in its new analysis of U.S. Census Bureau data. In the second quarter of 2025, the number of U.S. - [Markets at the Edge: Shutdown Relief, Tech Pullback and a Year End Pivot](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-at-the-edge-shutdown-relief-tech-pullback-and-a-year-end-pivot/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! The market finds itself in a critical window of opportunity as the government shutdown appears close to ending, tech stocks pull back, and a broader year end rally quietly takes shape. Recent reports show growing optimism as traders anticipate a resolution in Washington and respond to strong earnings in - [Why this drop is different](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-this-drop-is-different/) - Huge Dark Pool at the close Thursday in index ETFs. Its been my view for some time the last couple months have been distribution. The drop Thursday in the indexes came without any "trigger". This is the third such large red day in the last couple weeks, where the market fell in this manner, without - [How to Exploit the Market Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-exploit-the-market-shift/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Markets Hit the Brakes: Risk-Off Rotation Grips High-Flyers as Support Levels Get Tested](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-hit-the-brakes-risk-off-rotation-grips-high-flyers-as-support-levels-get-tested/) - Investors once again sent a clear message today — risk appetite is fading fast ⚠️. The major indexes came under pressure as investors dumped high-flying momentum and tech names, signaling a sharp shift away from the speculative corners of the market. With valuations stretched and sentiment cooling, the rotation toward more reasonably priced opportunities is - [Chart of the Day: Nike (NKE)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nike-nke-6/) - Oversold shares of Nike (NKE) are starting to pivot higher. After catching support around $60, it’s also starting to pivot from overextensions in RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From its last traded price of $64.20, we’d like to see Nike closer to $70 initially. Analysts at Bank of America just reiterated a buy rating on Nike. The firm - [Shutdown Solution Is Good? Well...](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/shutdown-solution-is-good-well/) - Let’s start the week out by looking at trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include an update - [Chart of the Day: AT&T (T)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-att-t-3/) - AT&T has become an oversold opportunity. Over the last few weeks, the telecom giant took a hit on “overblown” concerns about the battle for mobile phone subscribers. However, the company did manage to cool some of those worries after reporting better than expected subscriber additions In addition, analysts at KeyBanc Capital Markets just upgraded AT&T - [Looking For Market Clarity?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/looking-for-market-clarity/) - Exited my short positions on Tuesday. Held them for a week and saw very nice profits turn into breakeven trades. Obviously really did not expect the v shape of the rally. I am standing aside, until things appear more clear to me. I think its going higher, but not interested in risky longs. Apple looks - [Anomaly Detected Is Showing Great Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/anomaly-detected-is-showing-great-trades/) - With the US government shutdown seemingly approaching an end, there’s a lot of potential for the market to shift into new sectors with exciting upside potential. As we have seen some risk-off behavior in the tech sector, new buying has emerged on the heels of a rumored resolution to the shutdown, and in that process, - [A Strong Technical Signal You Can’t Ignore in the Healthcare Space](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-strong-technical-signal-you-cant-ignore-in-the-healthcare-space/) - A major shift is unfolding where scale meets precision — and one healthcare-services behemoth is at the center of it. After months of consolidation, the shares have broken free into an unmistakable uptrend that’s turning heads in the sector. What’s fueling the move? A combination of sector rotation into high-quality healthcare names and meaningful strength - [Are We Buying Or Selling?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/are-we-buying-or-selling/) - This market is still trying to figure out what it wants to be when it grows up but for the time being it is still growing. Blane Markham took the reins today and covered for me while I am on the road and brought us up to speed on the broader market, updated us on - [Volatility Tested the Trend — and Buyers Stepped Up Right on Cue](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/volatility-tested-the-trend-and-buyers-stepped-up-right-on-cue/) - Today’s call broke down a surprisingly constructive shift beneath last week’s volatility, as the major indexes tapped their key 50-day trendline and held that support with conviction 📈. That successful test—despite all the chop—sent a clear message that buyers are still willing to step in and defend this bull trend, suggesting we may simply be - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Morningstar Wide Moat ETF (MOAT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-morningstar-wide-moat-etf-moat/) - One of the most successful investors is Warren Buffett. At the age of 95, he’s now worth about $149 billion. Typically, when Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway buys a stock, it can lead to increased investor confidence and potentially higher stock prices due to the reputation of the firm, and the longstanding belief Buffett buys quality stocks - [Keep Grabbing These Dow Paychecks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/keep-grabbing-these-dow-paychecks/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Analysts Just Upgraded These 3 Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/analysts-just-upgraded-these-3-stocks/) - by Ian Cooper It’s always a good idea to track analyst upgrades. Often, upgrades and price revisions are influenced by 1) company fundamentals, such as financial health, future growth, and even meetings with management; 2) industry and market trends, including specific market conditions and economics; 3) earnings and financial data, including earnings reports that came - [Measuring Inflation](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/measuring-inflation/) - by Peter McKenna Consumer Price Index (CPI) Time Released: 8:30 AM, Monthly, Covers Prior Month Released By: Labor Department/Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) When a dentist and his wife walk into a Home Depot in Chicago and pay $20 more for a new refrigerator than they would have paid two months before, the Bureau of - [Don't Guess--Make Money](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-guess-make-money/) - I had anticipated a rally on Monday, though I did expect 677-678 SPY to hold the top -- 680 at the best case. The SPY not only got to 680 Monday it closed a few pennies above it. That opens up the possibility that the market is better prepared to move higher than I thought. - [Tech Boost Is A Great Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-boost-is-a-great-opportunity/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [Chart of the Day: Penn National Gaming (PENN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-penn-national-gaming-penn/) - It’s always a good idea to track analyst upgrades. Often, upgrades and price revisions are influenced by 1) company fundamentals, such as financial health, future growth, and even meetings with management; 2) industry and market trends, including specific market conditions and economics; 3) earnings and financial data, including earnings reports that came in better than - [End To Shutdown Spikes Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/end-to-shutdown-spikes-stocks/) - We don't want to be counting chickens yet but we are seeing more progress towards an agreement than we have in weeks. The markets seem happy and we are going to be watching the open to see how this plays out. The question is will this be enough to prop up the softening tech sector. - [A Critical AI Infrastructure Supplier Just Broke Out With Force](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-critical-ai-infrastructure-supplier-just-broke-out-with-force/) - When momentum meets conviction, you get a move like this one. After months of coiling under resistance, this memory-chip giant has erupted into a breakout that’s turning heads across the market. The catalyst? Explosive AI data center demand driving a sharp rebound in DRAM and NAND pricing, paired with disciplined supply that’s restoring profitability. Investors - [Chart of the Day: Digital Realty Trust (DLR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-digital-realty-trust-dlr/) - With all of the chaos in the markets, it’s a good idea to protect your portfolio and generate income with high-yielding stocks. Look at real estate investment trusts (REIT), for example. For one, most are a great hedge against inflation. After all, when inflation rises, so do a lot of rents. Two, we’re seeing a - [Market on the Brink? Weak Jobs Data, Tech Jitters & What’s Next for Traders](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-on-the-brink-weak-jobs-data-tech-jitters-whats-next-for-traders/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! The market is flashing warning lights. This week, the S&P 500 dropped more than one percent and the Nasdaq Composite nearly two percent as mounting layoffs and an absence of fresh economic data stoke investor anxiety. Meanwhile, tech valuations remain under scrutiny. Investors are wondering if the AI boom - [This MACD Signal Is Very Telling](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-macd-signal-is-very-telling/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [HR Stock in Trouble: Real Money Is Exiting — Is There Opportunity Here?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hr-stock-in-trouble-real-money-is-exiting-is-there-opportunity-here/) - Sometimes when a stock’s main tailwind reverses, the stock doesn’t just soften, it rolls over with force, and that’s exactly what we’re seeing in this major player in the payroll and HR-services space. After months of steady deterioration, the chart has drifted into a clean, undeniable downtrend that’s catching more attention with each fresh leg - [Investors Are Getting Selective — And It’s Changing Everything](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/investors-are-getting-selective-and-its-changing-everything/) - Today’s session dug deep into the shifting landscape beneath the surface of the indexes, where valuation pressures continued to squeeze many of the richly priced momentum names 📉. While the major averages still look constructive on the surface, several consumer-facing pockets are slipping into full correction mode, and even some of the megacap stabilizers are - [Chart of the Day: The Defiance Quantum ETF (QTUM)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-the-defiance-quantum-etf-qtum/) - The quantum computing market could be worth well over $100 billion over the next decade, creating incredible opportunities for investors. In fact, the technology may very well be a massive game-changer. With it, the world may be able to solve problems far too complex for typical computers within minutes, or even seconds. It could even - [A Couple Red Flags](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-couple-red-flags/) - The markets are having another moment. We have seen a steady cadence of resets along this rally, but we aren't seeing this one recover as quickly to more all time highs. It is similar to the one we saw in the beginning of October that lumbered along for a while before breaking out higher. But - [These trades look attractive](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-trades-look-attractive/) - The SPY dropped about 6 points in the night session between Tuesday and Wednesday. It V bottomed at 670 and hit 680+ in the day session Wednesday. That V bottom is not surprising. The stock market is going to make it look like its the same old story of V bottoms. In my opinion though, - [Shutdown, Tariffs--How To Trade This Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/shutdown-tariffs-how-to-trade-this-market/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-17/) - Nvidia (NVDA) is still gaining momentum ahead of earnings. Helping, analysts at Melius just reiterated a buy rating on the tech giant. Rosenblatt Securities also raised its price target on Nvidia to $240 from $215 and reiterated its Buy rating. In addition, Loop Capital reiterated its buy rating on the tech giant and hiked its price - [Here We Go--Read This](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/here-we-go-read-this/) - Well I don't know if can give you any better road map than I gave you for Tuesday; gap lower, wait for the rally, get short on that rally, and then hold on. Exactly the scenario that unfolded. The most bearish thing right here is no one has any explanation for the heavy selling. That's - [Exploiting The Dip](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-the-dip/) - Palantir earnings are being blamed for Tuesday’s market action, and there’s a lot of uncertainty in whether this is a buyable dip or the start of something worse, once again. In other words, AI just put a bit of a scare into the market, and I’m going to use AI to help navigate the fallout. - [Market Slides--Where Is The Trade?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-slides-where-is-the-trade/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Powerful EMA Crossover Just Set Up On This Life Sciences Titan](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/powerful-ema-crossover-just-set-up-on-this-life-sciences-titan/) - Some charts don’t whisper — they declare themselves. That’s exactly what we’re seeing right now with this major player in the life-sciences and medical-technology space. After months of steady acceleration, the stock has powered into a clean, unmistakable uptrend that’s turning heads across the market. Part of the excitement stems from the renewed rotation into - [There’s Still Big Upside Ahead for these Top AI Stocks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/theres-still-big-upside-ahead-for-these-top-ai-stocks/) - by Ian Cooper Nvidia (NVDA) is one of the biggest tech names on the market. It’s also been one of the most explosive. Since 2025 began, shares of the tech giant rocketed from about $135 to a current price of $202. Now a $4.92 trillion company, it still has plenty of upside potential. Aside from - [Practical Options Strategies](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/practical-options-strategies/) - by Darrell Jobman Options can be used in many different ways to tailor your investment program; we will look at only a few possibilities. The concepts apply to options on stock indexes, index futures or individual stocks, but you should understand them thoroughly and have all of the risk/reward parameters outlined for you before you - [Market Breadth Narrows On Risk-Off Move—Here's What To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-breadth-narrows-on-risk-off-move-heres-what-to-watch/) - Investors delivered another clear risk-off message today, with selling concentrated in the hottest momentum and speculative corners of the market📉 . Even though earnings season has been impressive on paper, traders are becoming far more selective — pushing back on stretched valuations and rewarding only the strongest setups. That tightening has led to a noticeable - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-vectors-gold-miners-etf-gdx-2/) - Just weeks ago, gold just hit a new record high above $4,381. All thanks to geopolitical and economic uncertainty, the government shutdown, expectations for more interest rate cuts, and central bank buying. Now back to $4,001, gold’s pullback may be another buy opportunity. Granted, the trade war is cooling. The US dollar is firming. And geopolitical - [Watch For This Adjustment](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/watch-for-this-adjustment/) - Starting to see some activity in VIX calls, but they are a fair bit out. Still, a development that is more bearish then bullish. I discussed over the weekend how badly these market needs a reset, looking at the scoupe histogram. Kinda favoring that a multi day set back could start Tuesday. If the market - [Tech Rally Defies And Pays](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-rally-defies-and-pays/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Chart of the Day: ServiceNow (NOW)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-servicenow-now/) - Always keep track of stock splits. While splits don’t change the value of a stock, they can serve as a positive signal. This can then lead to further liquidity and more investor interest. After all, if an attractive $500 stock were to split 10:1, more investors are likely to jump in. Plus, according to Morningstar.com, “Splits - [Best Signal To Spot A Reversal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/best-signal-to-spot-a-reversal/) - We have been in a shock and awe era for awhile now and one of the byproducts is the numbing of our senses to the dramatic. Headlines, tariffs, threats, there has been an endless stream and the abnormal has become the new normal. For the markets, the patterns aren't new, just the headlines. Right now - [New All-Time Highs, Rate Cuts, and a Fed Curveball](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-all-time-highs-rate-cuts-and-a-fed-curveball/) - Just as we highlighted in last week’s edition, the major market drivers were the wave of mega-cap earnings and the much-anticipated Fed meeting. On the earnings front, results came in strong across the board, with the biggest tech names delivering “double beats” on both the top and bottom lines. Yet, stock reactions were far - [Earnings Boost Offers This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/earnings-boost-offers-this-trade/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Chart of the Day: Netflix (NFLX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-netflix-nflx-4/) - Always keep track of stock splits. While splits don’t change the value of a stock, they can serve as a positive signal. This can then lead to further liquidity and more investor interest. After all, if an attractive $500 stock were to split 10:1, more investors are likely to jump in. Plus, according to Morningstar.com, “Splits - [Global Trade Shifts: How Traders Can Turn Uncertainty Into Profit](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/global-trade-shifts-how-traders-can-turn-uncertainty-into-profit/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! The market is on high alert this week as global trade tensions flare up once again. New tariffs and heated negotiations between the U.S. and key partners have investors on edge, creating sudden swings in major indices and commodity markets. But while headlines stir fear, sharp traders see opportunity. - [This Energy Stock Has A Powerful Set Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-energy-stock-has-a-powerful-set-up/) - Hi Everyone.... I am watching Devon Energy for a possible "liquidity grab". This would be a break lower under the recent lows, that runs out of sellers. So I will be looking first for the reaction lower and second for some sign sellers have abated. Now all that may or may not happen. But if - [Smart Water, Smart Money: The Industrial Stock Surging Under the Radar](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/smart-water-smart-money-the-industrial-stock-surging-under-the-radar/) - In the flow of digital expansion, water is quietly becoming the unsung hero — and one water-technology company is surfacing as the backbone of the next infrastructure wave. With datacenters pushing the limits of power and cooling, this firm’s advanced water-management and treatment systems are gaining traction at hyperscaler facilities worldwide. From liquid-cooling systems to - [Healthy Pullback, Strong Foundation: Bulls Stay in Control for Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/healthy-pullback-strong-foundation-bulls-stay-in-control-for-now/) - After a relentless run higher, the market finally hit the brakes today — and honestly, it was overdue. 📉 After a nearly vertical stretch of gains, stocks took a well-deserved breather as traders rotated out of overheated tech names and into fresh opportunities across other corners of the market. Despite the pullback, the broader picture - [Chart of the Day: Kinder Morgan (KMI)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-kinder-morgan-kmi/) - After dropping from about $28.91 to a low of $25.74, Kinder Morgan (KMI) appears to have caught strong support. Slowly pivoting higher, we’d like to see KMI retest $28.91 initially. Fueling momentum, Executive Chairman Richard Kinder just bought a million shares of just under $26 million on October 27. Helping, power demand is expected to - [S&P Blip Shows A Great Trade To Take](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/sp-blip-show-a-great-trade-to-take/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Viking Therapeutics (VKTX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-viking-therapeutics-vktx-7/) - Last week, we noted, “We mentioned Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) in late August, as it traded at $167.76. Then, just two weeks ago, we highlighted it as an opportunity again at $210.80.” Today, AMD is up to $263.35 and could race to higher highs. As for new ideas, Viking Therapeutics (VKTX) is gaining momentum again. - [The CPR Strategy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-cpr-strategy/) - by Jon Najarian Jon “Doctor J” Najarian has used the CPR strategy for many, many years – a strategy he himself discovered and then popularized. In fact, it’s become somewhat famous and was one of the main topics the instructors of the Chicago Board Options Exchange (C.B.O.E.) taught at their seminars around the country! The - [Tech Rages Again--Where Are Smart Trades?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-rages-again-where-are-smart-trades/) - Not sure if anyone else feels like this market is a meat grinder. If you are too close it is easy to lose sight of why it is an awesome market for traders. Keith Harwood and I talked through navigating these shakeouts and he offered up some great tips and a couple trade examples to - [This Worked, But Watch Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-worked-but-watch-out/) - I have said repeatedly over the last two weeks, the sleeper stock to own is MSFT. The last 2 days has lived up to that promise. Two really big up days for Microsoft. Trust some may have taken advantage. Not interested in new long positions up here. Shorts and hedges have disappeared though, so shorts - [Are You Getting Wins Like This?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/are-you-getting-wins-like-this/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [All Eyes on the Fed and Tech Earnings — But This Market Already Made Its Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/all-eyes-on-the-fed-and-tech-earnings-but-this-market-already-made-its-move/) - The bulls have seized firm control of this market once again 💪 — with all the major indexes blasting through key resistance and locking in a series of fresh all-time highs. This powerful breakout comes on the heels of an impressive breadth surge, showing that it’s not just a handful of names doing the heavy - [Protect Your Portfolio with High Yielding REITs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/protect-your-portfolio-with-high-yielding-reits-2/) - by Ian Cooper If you’re looking for a solid investment that will protect your portfolio from excessive volatility and generate income, you may want to jump into real estate investment trusts, or REITs. Some of the leading REITs provide exposure to offices, apartment buildings, warehouses, hospitals, shopping centers and hotels, or a combination of all. - [Chart of the Day: VFC Corp. (VFC)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vfc-corp-vfc/) - With the weather starting to get a bit cooler, it’s time to buy cold-weather stocks. Look at VF Corp. (VFC), for example. VFC Corp., the company behind The North Face, is expected to turn higher shortly. In most years, the stock briefly pushes higher. In 2024, it ran from $19 to $29. In 2023, for - [Key levels for this week](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/key-levels-for-this-week/) - Here is the weekend update for subscribers which has more detail than I do in this space. Videos are produced daily for subscribers. The views expressed in the video are the same, even though they were recorded Monday morning. Here's a link to get these daily videos for just $1. Thanks, Joe - [Big Tech Day, Big Trade Set Up](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-tech-day-big-trade-set-up/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Chart of the Day: Three Ways to Trade Amazon Today](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-three-ways-to-trade-amazon-today/) - With the 2025 holiday season is just around the corner, investors may want to consider investing in Amazon (AMZN). That’s because, according to Adobe Analytics, online spending is expected to jump about 5.3% this year to $253.4 billion. Amazon (AMZN) In most years, Amazon is a no-brainer stock to buy and hold for the holiday - [Momentous Week Ahead with Fed & Earnings on Deck](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentous-week-ahead-with-fed-earnings-on-deck/) - Building on the encouraging technical strength from the prior week, the market opened this past week with a decidedly bullish momentum. The narrative quickly shifted away from trade uncertainty and focused squarely on the promise of the burgeoning earnings season, which was moving into full swing. As investors anticipated the reports from the major - [Fueling the AI Boom: Power Producer Breaking Out to New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/fueling-the-ai-boom-power-producer-breaking-out-to-new-highs/) - In an era when AI is rewriting the rules of industry, one independent power producer is emerging as a cornerstone of the transformation. With high-performance data centers demanding vast amounts of clean, reliable electricity, this company’s nuclear-powered infrastructure puts it in a rare position to supply the grid of tomorrow. It’s not just about kilowatts—it’s - [What The VIX Is Telling Us](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-the-vix-is-telling-us/) - The last two Fridays have seen the stock market under selling pressure. Tariffs talks are still bubbling in the background. So gotta be careful. The VIX is threatening new lows (VIX moves contrary to the stock market). At this point new lows in VIX are probably unsustainable, and would amount to a liquidity grab (meaning - [Russell Small Cap Signal To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/russell-small-cap-signal-to-watch/) - URGENT UPDATE–There is a specific pattern and trading approach we use that has been bringing in huge wins. In fact we used it in last weeks article to highlight a trade that offered a 136% win. I am going to do a live training session on this combination on Monday, Oct 27 at 1pm and - [Markets on High Alert: Tech Earnings and Fed Sparks Collide](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-on-high-alert-tech-earnings-and-fed-sparks-collide/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! Wall Street’s on edge as two market giants collide; Tech earnings and Fed anxiety. With Tesla, Amazon, and Alphabet set to report this week, every trader knows one thing: volatility is about to explode. The S&P 500 has been swinging like a pendulum, fueled by mixed inflation data and renewed fears - [Volatility Fades, Buyers Step Back In: What This Shift Means for Traders Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/volatility-fades-buyers-step-back-in-what-this-shift-means-for-traders-now/) - Markets bounced back in a big way today 💥 — shrugging off yesterday’s sharp “risk-off” move that hit momentum names hard. After a volatile session that left many traders scratching their heads, buyers stepped right back in, sending all the major averages into solid green ahead of tomorrow’s high-stakes inflation report. We broke down what - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-vectors-gold-miners-etf-gdx/) - After a slight pullback, gold prices are reversing course. With investors running to the safe haven, coupled with global central bank buying, gold could test $4,500 shortly. At the moment, gold is back to $4,140.93, up about $90 on the day. “The yellow metal's underlying supply-and-demand dynamics remain solid — even at ‘significantly overbought’ levels - [Is This Dip The One Or Another Buy?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-this-dip-the-one-or-another-buy/) - IMPORTANT--I will be doing a live update today at 1pm and walking through everything I am seeing right now. This is a precarious market with a lot of traps but also a lot of opportunities. Be sure to jump in with this link. A bit of sell off on Wednesday to shake the tree a - [136 Percent Win--Why This Works Well](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/136-percent-win-why-this-works-well/) - URGENT UPDATE--There is a specific pattern and trading approach we use that has been bringing in huge wins. In fact we used it in last weeks article to highlight a trade that offered a 136% win. I am going to do a live training session on this combination on Monday, Oct 27 at 1pm and - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-advanced-micro-devices-amd-8/) - We’ve been pounding the table over Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) for some time. We mentioned Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) in late August, as it traded at $167.76. At the time, we noted, “We have another opportunity to jump on Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) weakness. After a brief pullback, AMD caught triple bottom support, and is - [Last Week's Spread Worked Well](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/last-weeks-spread-worked-well/) - The market continues to chop, with a current setup back near the all-time highs. With this, the market is setting up opportunities for a potential dip back to support or a breakout to highs, so it can be a bit tough to clearly see the best trading opportunities. As always, especially when market behavior appears - [Leveraging The Dow Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/leveraging-the-dow-move/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Hidden Strength in Big Pharma: The Technical Signal You Can’t Ignore](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hidden-strength-in-big-pharma-the-technical-signal-you-cant-ignore/) - In a world dominated by large-cap growth stocks, for some, the narrative is shifting—and a major pharmaceutical challenger is stepping into the spotlight with force. This company, with a deep pipeline in specialty medicines and oncology, is capturing investor attention as it delivers strong revenue, solid cash flows, and a meaningful rebound in its profit - [AI Bubble Fears are Overblown. There’s Still Time to Buy.](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ai-bubble-fears-are-overblown-theres-still-time-to-buy/) - by Ian Cooper With the trade war, the government shutdown, and now regional banks disclosing issues with bad and fraudulent loans, markets are still attempting to shrug it all off. Some analysts are also concerned the AI bubble will soon pop. Others are buying into that idea, though. In fact, as noted by NBC News, - [Bulls Regain the Edge as Gold Crumbles and Growth Stocks Surge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bulls-regain-the-edge-as-gold-crumbles-and-growth-stocks-surge/) - Markets have come roaring back to life⚡ — shaking off last week’s volatility and sending the major indexes right back to the doorstep of new all-time highs. With the VIX cooling and money rotating out of traditional “safety” trades like gold and into high-growth sectors such as tech, biotech, and crypto, this session was all - [Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL) Exploded as Hoped](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-aapl-exploded-as-hoped/) - “Apple is again a buy opportunity.” “After pulling back from about $259 a share, Apple found support at $245, where it’s been consolidating. From its last traded price of $252.29, we’d like to see the tech giant rally back to $259 initially. Helping, new iPhone 17 sales are outpacing iPhone 16 sales by 14% during the - [Tech Outage Doesn't Stop Rally](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-outage-doesnt-stop-rally/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [Huge Find And An Update](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/huge-find-and-an-update/) - UPDATE: I have been noticing some interesting activity going on when I look at the big buyers and sellers in this market. It has uncovered a pattern that market makers are creating and exploiting. But they aren't the only ones who can take advantage of it. Join me at 1pm ET today and I'll show - [Chart of the Day: Apple (AAPL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-aapl-13/) - Apple is again a buy opportunity. After pulling back from about $259 a share, Apple found support at $245, where it’s been consolidating. From its last traded price of $252.29, we’d like to see the tech giant rally back to $259 initially. Helping, new iPhone 17 sales are outpacing iPhone 16 sales by 14% during the - [Outside the U.S. A Powerful New Bull Market Is Taking Shape](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/outside-the-u-s-a-powerful-new-bull-market-is-taking-shape/) - For the first time in a long while, global equities outside the U.S. are pulling ahead—and one major developed-markets ETF is quietly stealing the spotlight. With investors looking beyond domestic saturation, lower relative valuations across Europe, Japan and Australia are suddenly attractive again. Couple that with the recent uptick in foreign companies gaining strength, and - [Beyond the Noise: The Biotech Name Behind the New Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/beyond-the-noise-the-biotech-name-behind-the-new-breakout/) - For years, biotech was treated like a sleepy corner of the market—but right now it's waking up with a roar. Lower interest rates are removing a heavy weight from growth stocks, while renewed merger activity is turning the spotlight onto names that might once have been written off. Add to that smart flows avoiding vaccine-heavy - [What the VIX Means For The Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-the-vix-means-for-the-market/) - I would really prefer that the stock market lows of last Friday will continue to hold to keep a more bullish case in tact. That view looks questionable though as I write this after the Thursday close. I exited some of my long positions Thursday morning, but still have some long positions on. If VIX - [MACD Confirmation On This Ticker](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/macd-confirmation-on-this-ticker/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Viking Therapeutics (VKTX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-viking-therapeutics-vktx-4/) - In late August, we highlighted opportunity in oversold shares of Viking Therapeutics (VKTX), as it traded at $26.62. We noted, “Over the last few weeks, VKTX plummeted from about $40 to $26.05. All after the company posted mid-stage trial data on its obesity pill that fell short of expectations. However, analysts are still bullish on the - [Trading The Jagged Climb Ahead](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-jagged-climb-ahead/) - Thank you, again, for all the comments in response to last week's questions. Vast majority are enjoying the format, so not much will be changing. But to clarify a couple of points. Target Zone subscribers usually will get trade signals intraday, and then I may post here what I did. So usually its the day - [Earnings and Trade Wars Shape Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/earnings-and-trade-wars-shape-trades/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Chart of the Day: Bunge Global (BG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-bunge-global-bg/) - With the latest trade war, keep an eye on agribusiness stocks, like Bunge Global (BG). For one, President Trump has warned of 100% tariffs on Chinese exports by November 1, after Beijing warned of strict export controls on rare earth metals. Two, which impacts stocks like BG, President Trump also threatened a cooking oil embargo - [The Grid Gets Hot: One Utility Stock Is Breaking Out as Power Demand Explodes](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-grid-gets-hot-one-utility-stock-is-breaking-out-as-power-demand-explodes/) - When demand for AI and data infrastructure surges, the real race is for power behind the scenes—and one utility is suddenly stepping into that spotlight. With data centers thirsting for electricity and grid backbones being pushed to their limits, firms with deep transmission footprints and growth plans are finding themselves reclassified—from boring mains wires to - [Using Financial Sector Earnings](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/using-financial-sector-earnings/) - I am long the stock market from Tuesday as I indicated I would be. In addition to the Magnificent 7 stocks, I also like the bank stocks. Earnings in this sector kick off this week with JP Morgan. Attached is the chart of Bank of America that looks constructive for higher prices. This market is - [Income In Spite Of Downside Risk](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/income-in-spite-of-downside-risk/) - Is it time to panic? The market got spooked by a resumption of trade war concerns over rare earth elements, and with a ~3% drop in the market this past Friday, a possible major liquidation and/or repeat of the market’s reaction to trade issues in March and April seemed to be back on the table. - [Don't Get Fooled--Look At This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-get-fooled-look-at-this-trade/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Gold Just Hit $4,100 as Expected. Is $5,000 Next?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/gold-just-hit-4100-as-expected-is-5000-next/) - by Ian Cooper After months of pounding the table over $4,000 gold, it finally happened. Gold tested $4,107 and we’re now making the argument for $5,000. And we’re not the only ones. In fact, as just reported by CNBC, “Industry experts say there is still room for gold to to run. ‘We are now aiming - [Options & Futures are Designed to Make You Wealthy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/options-futures-are-designed-to-make-you-wealthy/) - by Don Wellenreiter You have probably heard the stories. Investors just like you play the futures markets, buy options, and make huge amounts of money. Golf caddies made a few good trades and were able to retire at the ripe old age of 32. Letter carriers that have taken a few minutes from their appointed - [Chart of the Day: VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF (REMX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vaneck-rare-earth-and-strategic-metals-etf-remx-2/) - In early June, we first highlighted an opportunity in the VanEck Rare Earth and Strategic Metals ETF (REMX), as China began to suspend rare earth exports. At the time, the REMX ETF traded at $39.13. Today, it’s up to $79.22 as trade tensions again boil over between the U.S. and China. All after China expanded - [The Gold Trade You Didn't Miss](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-gold-trade-you-didnt-miss/) - I had that sinking feeling again. Watching gold hit new highs while I was focused on the other headlines. "Damn, I should have been in months ago!" Unfortunately this isn't the first time I have had fomo on a big move. That's why I was stoked when Blane Markham showed me a way to use - [After Seeing the Dip Coming, What's Next?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/after-seeing-the-dip-coming-whats-next/) - I told everyone last Thursday to expect weakness Thursday and Friday. On Friday morning I said be aware of probability of acceleration to the downside. Was there fore knowledge in the options positioning for what happened Friday? I do NOT know anything at all for sure. But what I saw and passed on did turn - [Tech Trades For The Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-trades-for-the-win/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Chart of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-albemarle-alb-11/) - The last time we highlighted an opportunity in lithium stocks, like Albemarle (ALB), was in late August. As we noted at the time, “related stocks jumped on reports that battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology suspended production at a mine in China, which plays a key role in supplying the global market.” Albemarle traded at around - [From Dormant to Dominant: The ETF Powering Biotech’s New Bull Run](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/from-dormant-to-dominant-the-etf-powering-biotechs-new-bull-run/) - Innovation never sleeps—and lately, one sector is lighting up again with the kind of surge that demands attention. Biotech, long dismissed by skeptics, is awakening on the back of falling interest rates, revived deal-making, and urgent pressure on Big Pharma to refill its drug pipelines. Mergers and acquisitions are creeping back into view as blockbuster - [Pivotal Week for This Bull Market Lies Ahead](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pivotal-week-for-this-bull-market-lies-ahead/) - The setup headed into last week was a pretty strong one; light on data & earnings news, which allowed markets to trade largely on the technicals and interest rates. The trend was very strong and in the ‘information vacuum’ that was last week, this provided a nice opportunity for stocks to continue their run - [Caution And An Important Question](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/caution-and-an-important-question/) - Hey there, I would like to get some feedback on the format I use. Specifically I am intentionally succinct and to the point on my view on the market each day. If I am obfuscating I could use more words. But its really about long, short, or flat. Let me know what you think, and - [Defense Spending Is Surging — and This Stock Is Leading the Charge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/defense-spending-is-surging-and-this-stock-is-leading-the-charge/) - When stealth meets strength, traders pay attention—and right now, one key defense-tech name is doing just that. The defense and aerospace sector is in the midst of a regeneration cycle, driven by rising geopolitical tensions, modernization programs, and an urgent push for advanced communications and electronic warfare systems. This company has been at the forefront - [Grab The Small Cap Dip](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grab-the-small-cap-dip/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [What the Smart Money Sees That Bubble Fearmongers Don’t](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-the-smart-money-sees-that-bubble-fearmongers-dont/) - The debate around market valuation is heating up 🔥 — but while Wall Street argues over whether stocks are overextended or entering bubble territory, the charts tell a different story. Buyers are still firmly in control, pushing indexes to fresh record highs and showing remarkable resilience even as the chatter grows louder. On today’s call, - [Chart of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-nvidia-nvda-16/) - Cantor Fitzgerald just raised its price target on Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA) by $60 to $300 a share, with an overweight rating. The firm believes that artificial intelligence is still in the early innings and could be a substantial driver of Nvidia's growth moving forward. “Cantor Fitzgerald emphasized that the AI market is "not a bubble," describing it as the - [Some Interesting Signs That Are Telling](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/some-interesting-signs-that-are-telling/) - Another new high in the market averages on Wednesday. I am kinda favoring that we churn into Friday, maybe drop smallish. I don't think anything is actionable here. There are a couple signs in the option market, that are let's say, less bullish than last week. If that continues then perhaps before the end of - [Another Dip-Rally, Another Trade Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/another-dip-rally-another-trade-opportunity/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Amazon.com (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-amazon-com-amzn/) - The last time we highlighted Amazon.com (AMZN) as a buy opportunity was on September 29. At the time, it traded at about $219. Today, it’s up to $225.22. From here, we’d like to see AMZN retest $235 initially. As we mentioned in late September, “Amazon is a no-brainer stock to buy and hold for the holiday rush. - [Found A Nice Trade Nugget](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/found-a-nice-trade-nugget/) - Are we destined for a major problem in this market? With the government shutdown, the consistent narrative has been the negative impact on the economy while the investment community pushes the market to new highs. Something feels a bit off. Maybe all this means is that the lack of economic data due to agencies like - [How To Grab The Next Dip](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-grab-the-next-dip/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Buyers in Control: Is Today's Dip The Next Big Opportunity?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/buyers-in-control-is-todays-dip-the-next-big-opportunity/) - The bulls just keep proving their strength 💪 — even with a government shutdown dragging on and lingering questions around market valuation, this market continues to charge higher. The major indexes hit fresh all-time highs this morning before a wave of tech-sector de-risking triggered some late-session cooling, but the underlying message was clear: buyers are - [3 ETFs to Buy and Hold Forever](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/3-etfs-to-buy-and-hold-forever/) - by Ian Cooper Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a great way to diversify at less cost. They’re even better if they pay out dividends. Look at the Vanguard Real Estate ETF (VNQ), for example. With an expense ratio of 0.13%, a yield of 3.74%, and 160 holdings, including a great deal of real estate investment trusts (REITs), - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-advanced-micro-devices-amd-7/) - The last time we mentioned Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) was on August 25. At the time, we noted, “We have another opportunity to jump on Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) weakness. After a brief pullback, AMD caught triple bottom support, and is just starting to pivot higher again. Last trading at $167.76, we’d like to see - [I Am With You, This is Nuts](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/i-am-with-you-this-is-nuts/) - It's relentless. I told you it would be. I cashed the last of my longs Monday. At this point, the best I can offer you is don't be short just yet. A day, week, month, maybe even year(s) of reckoning is coming, but trying to stand in front now is not the time. Wish I - [This View Shows Tech's Next Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-view-shows-techs-next-move/) - Tech stocks are setting up a potential trade that I want to walk you through. Here is an example of a trade set up one of my favorite indicators has signaled, the chart that helped me spot it, and the steps you can consider supercharging this move for the maximum potential. QQQ, or the Invesco - [Chart of the Day: ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-proshares-sp-500-dividend-aristocrats-etf-nobl/) - Exchange-traded funds (ETFs) are a great way to diversify at less cost. They’re even better if they pay out dividends. Look at the ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrats ETF (NOBL), for example. One of the best ways to generate reliable income is by investing in dividend aristocrats because they’re among the most reliable dividend payers. Not - [Chart of the Day: FactSet Research Systems (FDS)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-factset-research-systems-fds/) - FactSet Research Systems (FDS) was the worst performing stock on the S&P 500 for the third quarter. In fact, thanks to lower than expected earnings, and a poor forecast, the stock plummeted from a high of about $452 to a recent low of $282.33. At its current price, the stock is now severely oversold on - [Markets Defy Shutdown Chaos—Stocks Power to New Records](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-defy-shutdown-chaos-stocks-power-to-new-records/) - Headed into last week, seemingly the biggest story was set up to be the market’s reaction to the September Job’s report. However, sometimes you can be thrown a bit of curve ball and that’s exactly what we got. As we had mentioned, there was the risk of a government shutdown occurring last week, but most - [Earnings, Guidance, and a Technical Breakout: The Healthcare Stock in Focus](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/earnings-guidance-and-a-technical-breakout-the-healthcare-stock-in-focus/) - When a company delivers earnings that Wall Street can’t ignore, traders have no choice but to take notice. That’s exactly what’s happening in the healthcare space right now, as one of the largest operators in the industry continues to crush expectations. Not only has this firm posted back-to-back beats on both revenue and EPS, but - [OpenAI Funding Sends AI Stocks Soaring! What You Need to Trade Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/openai-funding-sends-ai-stocks-soaring-what-you-need-to-trade-now/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! Markets are riding an AI wave today after OpenAI’s latest funding round lit a fire under tech names. The Nasdaq is up, led by a burst in semiconductor gains. Nvidia, Broadcom, and the AI infrastructure stocks are catching a bid. Meanwhile, the S&P and Dow are climbing despite overhang - [I Get This Question A Lot](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/i-get-this-question-a-lot/) - A lot of investors are asking how we keep going up so relentlessly? My answer is we are going up because of AI, and only for that reason. Without the money flooding into AI....I read this today from a very credible source... that without the money flowing to AI, the USA, would have zero GDP - [New Highs, Relentless Momentum: Why This Stock Could Keep Running](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-highs-relentless-momentum-why-this-stock-could-keep-running/) - Lately all people have wanted to talk about regarding this market is the latest hot AI stock. However, there are plenty other areas of the market that are breaking out too. One of the most explosive moves I’ve seen lately comes from brands that dominate on shelves—and right now one of those names is breaking - [Shutdown Drama, Market Resilience, and the Setups That Matter Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/shutdown-drama-market-resilience-and-the-setups-that-matter-now/) - The major indexes stormed to fresh record highs again today, proving just how resilient this market really is. Even with a government shutdown dragging on and critical labor market data delayed, buyers keep stepping in to scoop up every dip. We broke down exactly why this relentless strength is unfolding, how a more dovish Fed - [This Ticker Outpaced Tech--Get In!](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-ticker-outpaced-tech-get-in/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Overnight Move Tells All](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/overnight-move-tells-all/) - Short term price action was bullish overnight coming into Wednesday trade. Specifically prices were lower overnight down about 7 SPY points, a pretty large decline. This decline saw the futures take out that all important low we discussed that formed last Thursday. That penetration lasted a matter of minutes before it aggressively V shaped higher. - [Insulate From The Shut Down With This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/insulate-from-shut-down-with-this-trade/) - Following up on a quick 46% trade tip from Blane Markham from Monday's chat as we headed in to the shut down, he stepped back in with another Eye Opener hot pick. This one took all of the effective tools we have been using but pulled the noise of the standoff in congress out of - [Market Show Shut Down Indifference](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/market-show-shut-down-indifference/) - Let’s take a look at trade examples in the SPY. Our Smart Paycheck Alerts have hit 10 out of 11 winners recently and this is part of how we spot them. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY - [Chart of the Day: Invesco KBW High Dividend Yield Financial ETF (KBWD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-invesco-kbw-high-dividend-yield-financial-etf-kbwd/) - Economic and geopolitical uncertainties have undoubtedly made markets more volatile. And while it may take some time for it all to blow over, you can keep your portfolio safe with healthy, dividend-paying stocks, including the Invesco KBW High Dividend Yield Financial ETF. With an expense ratio of 0.35%, the Invesco KBW High Dividend Yield Financial ETFhas a monthly yield - [Here Is The Red Line To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/here-is-the-red-line-to-watch/) - I talked about how important last Thursday low is to the market. That intraday was accompanied by a tens of millions dollars in a put order. We never can tell for sure if those massive orders are buyers or sellers. I made the connection that it was a bullish short put position, simply because the - [Will The Shut Down Stop The Rally?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/will-the-shut-down-stop-the-rally/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Engines of Growth: The Aerospace Breakout You Can’t Afford to Miss](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/engines-of-growth-the-aerospace-breakout-you-cant-afford-to-miss/) - Right now the demand for flight, logistics, and power infrastructure is rising across the board. When this occurs, the companies that build the engines behind that surge tend to hide in plain sight—until momentum amplifies and starts showing on the charts. Right now, one of those names is stepping into focus. Massive backlogs of aircraft - [Chart of the Day: CoreWeave (CRWV)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-coreweave-crwv/) - Shares of CoreWeave are still exploding higher. For one, the company just signed a $14 billion AI infrastructure deal with Meta Platforms. This now guarantees CRWV will provide Meta with access to cloud computing capacity. Two, just days ago, CRWV expanded its agreement with OpenAI by $6.5 billion, now bringing that contract value to $22.4 billion. - [Stocks Bounce Back: Is This the Start of the Next Leg Higher?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-bounce-back-is-this-the-start-of-the-next-leg-higher/) - Stocks just came off a textbook pullback, and right where we mapped it out — finding support at a key technical level before buyers stepped in to fuel the next leg higher. With indexes now just shy of record territory, today’s muted action reflected the overhang of a looming government shutdown — a risk that - [Get a Jump Start of Holiday Sales with These 3 Trade Ideas](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/get-a-jump-start-of-holiday-sales-with-these-3-trade-ideas/) - by Ian Cooper About 90 days from now, we’ll be in the middle of the 2025 holiday season. Yet, retailers are already launching early holiday sales, as millions of people start shopping early ahead of the rush. And, according to CBS News, about half of Americans plan to start holding shopping early. In fact, according - [Equalizing Risk](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/equalizing-risk/) - by Lee Gettess Risk is the area of trading that we have the greatest amount of control. Consequently, what we should try to do is equalize the risk on each trade. We can only make educated guesses as to which trades should be the big winners, but if we risk approximately the same amount on - [Exploiting Tech's Rebound](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-techs-rebound/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [How To Pivot For Profit](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-pivot-for-profit/) - I am changing my mind and consequently my positioning. I took a small loss on my short positions Monday. On my leveraged SPY ETF symbol SPXU in at 13.85 out at 13.70. On my put spread in at 1.80, out at 1.50. So those trades are behind me now. I flipped the short leveraged ETF - [Chart of Day: Royal Caribbean (RCL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/32266-2/) - One of the best ways to retire rich is by investing in dividend stocks. To do so, you need to aggressively invest in high-yielding stocks and reinvest the dividends continuously until you consider retirement. After all, each reinvested dividend payout buys you more income-producing shares without any out-of-pocket expenses. Better, by doing so, you’re compounding the - [Hot Set Up And Trading The Shut Down](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/hot-set-up-and-trading-the-shut-down/) - Following up on an RTX trade from last week that pulled in a quick 25%, Blane Markham jumped on a quick chat with me yesterday and talked about the rebound (again) and spotted a great set up. It wasn't in an area that I would expect but this healthcare play exploited the beating that sector - [Chart of Day: Amazon (AMZN)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-day-amazon-amzn-4/) - About 90 days from now, we’ll be in the middle of the 2025 holiday season. Yet, retailers are already launching early holiday sales, as millions of people start shopping early ahead of the rush. According to CBS News, about half of Americans plan to start their holiday shopping early. In fact, according to CBS News, “49% - [Why This Market Pullback Could Fuel the Next Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-this-market-pullback-could-fuel-the-next-breakout/) - After several weeks in which stocks relentlessly rallied higher, last week investors finally decided to pump the brakes a bit, allowing the scorching hot rally to cool off a bit. After opening the week, setting a new all-time high in Monday’s trading, traders quickly entered ‘risk-off’ mode for much of the rest of the - [Momentum Ignites as This Heavy-Duty Leader Breaks Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-ignites-as-this-heavy-duty-leader-breaks-out/) - When the pulse of industry shifts, the names providing power infrastructure often become the hidden rally drivers—and that’s exactly what we’re seeing right now. With rising commodity prices, tightening supply chains, and demand for heavy machinery and power systems surging globally, companies in this space are finally getting the spotlight they deserve. Throw in growing - [Chart of the Day: Barrick Gold (B) Still Racing Higher](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-barrick-gold-b-still-racing-higher/) - Earlier this month, we highlighted an opportunity in Barrick Gold (B), as it traded at $27. Today, it’s up to $33.60 and could rally even higher. All as the price of gold continues to push aggressively higher. Last trading at $3,742,40, we still believe it could test $4,000 before the end of the year - [This Key Support Level Was Just Set](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-key-support-level-was-just-set/) - The stock market went to the edge of the cliff on Thursday. It looked over the edge, and decided "not yet". This leaves Thursday low as significant going forward. A small bounce from here wouldn't surprise, but by next week expect to see a close under the Thursday low. We are still early in the - [This Energy Powerhouse Is Quietly Breaking Out With Conviction](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-energy-powerhouse-is-quietly-breaking-out-with-conviction/) - Don’t look now but Energy markets are heating up, and the companies at the heart of the refining and fuel supply chain are reaping the rewards. With crude prices climbing, refined product demand staying firm, and profit margins widening, the stage has been set for an industry breakout that has Wall Street leaning in. Layer - [Pullback or Pause? What Traders Need to Watch Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pullback-or-pause-what-traders-need-to-watch-now/) - Stocks extended their losing streak with another down session today, marking a clear pause in bullish momentum. 📉 We dissected the charts at the index level to map out the key support zones traders must watch closely — the very levels that could determine where buyers finally step in and where a bounce is most - [Following Up On A Big Small Cap Win](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/following-up-on-a-big-small-cap-win/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [The Lucrative Upside Of This Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-lucrative-upside-of-this-market/) - For the past couple months the market cycle has been very repetitive. If you are too close to it, it is easy to miss the big advantage this offers for traders looking for income. This wash, rinse, repeat cadence of rallies to new highs, pull backs, and then another rally has been ideal for simple - [Bear Bait Has Been Set--Beware](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/bear-bait-has-been-set-beware/) - PCE is Friday morning. Thursday Market Averages traded back into last weeks range. That is a logical place for some support. We did get a small bounce into the close from there. Implied vol is quite low, and puts are cheap. Those are key elements for a bear raid! Thanks, Joe - [Finding Trades As Markets Continue To Bubble](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/finding-trades-as-markets-continue-to-bubble/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Take-Two Interactive (TTWO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-take-two-interactive-ttwo-4/) - Gaming stocks are exploding, we said in late August. And most still offer a good deal of further upside, we added. That included Take-Two Interactive (TTWO), which, at the time, traded at $232.40. Today, TTWO is up to $251.41 and could push explosively higher. In fact, from here, we ‘d like to see it closer - [Soft Market Sets Up--Here's A Key Warning](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/soft-market-sets-up-heres-a-key-warning/) - Well, my short positions are about back to even, after the Tuesday decline. One thing to watch for is if the Nasdaq (QQQ) and Russell 2000 (IWM) both go down on the same day. Recently they have alternated, so that would be a change of character. Implied volatility is very low.... usually the best time - [Powerful Breakout In the Healthcare Sector: Have You Seen This?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/powerful-breakout-in-the-healthcare-sector-have-you-seen-this/) - Healthcare generally is among the classic defensive plays investors turn to—yet one stock in this sector is surprisingly turning into one of Wall Street’s most compelling growth stories. With an aging population driving demand, rising healthcare utilization, and a surge in pharmacy, insurance, and benefit services, the companies at the center of this ecosystem are - [Chart of the Day: Generac Holdings (GNRC)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-generac-holdings-gnrc-8/) - It’s time to jump back into Generac Holdings (GNRC). While Hurricane Gabrielle isn’t expected to hit the U.S., two other storms are developing in the Atlantic that could. When we first mentioned GNRC this year, it traded at about $126.32 on June 17. Today, it’s up to $185.86 and could trend higher with a typical yearly - [Will Fed Jitters Freeze The Rally?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/will-fed-jitters-freeze-the-rally/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [When a Rally Runs Out of Steam: How We’re Positioning Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/when-a-rally-runs-out-of-steam-how-were-positioning-now/) - Stocks kicked off the day pushing to fresh intra-day highs, but the rally quickly hit resistance as profit-taking sent indexes sharply lower into the afternoon. 📉 We broke down exactly what this tug-of-war means for traders right now — why the recent breakout is still a bullish long-term signal, but also why overbought conditions across - [The Doji: Two-Day Reversal Patterns](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-doji-two-day-reversal-patterns/) - by Adam Oliensis One of the most important reversal candlesticks is the Doji. A doji is characterized by opening and closing prices that are identical (or virtually identical). The ideal doji, with the same opening and closing price, has a real body that is a horizontal line. However, in the real world a difference of - [Momentum Is Strong--Here's My Take](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-is-strong-heres-my-take/) - If I am a day early, that's okay. If I am a week early, that's a problem. So I am short from last Friday, and need to start seeing some selling this week. Monday bulls had to overcome a lot in my opinion, and they did. So it needs to reverse back down this week, - [Chart of the Day: Vanguard Small-Cap ETF (VB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-vanguard-small-cap-etf-vb/) - Things are looking good for small cap stocks. The Russell 2000 just closed at a record high, topping its previous high in 2021. And it’s also on track for its seventh straight week of gains, which hasn’t happened since 2020. All thanks to interest rate cuts, and the potential for another two this year. In - [Did you grab this 80% tech trade last week?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/did-you-grab-this-80-tech-trade-last-week/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Used Car Demand Surges, This Stock Breaks Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/used-car-demand-surges-this-stock-breaks-out/) - For millions of consumers, the “new car dream” has suddenly hit a wall. With tariffs and higher costs driving sticker prices through the roof, buyers are flocking to the used car market in search of value—and that shift has created a powerful tailwind for the companies best positioned to meet the demand. One major player - [A Flexible Way To Trade Tech](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-flexible-way-to-trade-tech/) - I spotted something that is making me hedge against even my own indicators. Now, I can't tell what the market will do, no one can. But I want to have some trades handy that let me be optimally positioned for any kind of turn. The best set ups will also let me be nimble and - [Wall Street Cheers Rate Cuts With Explosive Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/wall-street-cheers-rate-cuts-with-explosive-breakout/) - Equity market investors continue to reap the rewards as stock prices once again rally to new all-time highs! As we mentioned headed into last week, the market’s focus was squarely set on rate cuts and finally getting that first cut that it had been waiting for. Of course, on Wednesday, as expected, the Fed - [How To Use RSI To Spot Great Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-use-rsi-to-spot-great-trades-2/) - The relative strength index (RSI) is a momentum indicator used in technical stock chart analysis. RSI measures the speed and magnitude of a security's recent price changes to detect overbought or oversold conditions in the price of that security. The RSI is displayed as a line graph oscillator on a scale of zero to 100. The indicator - [Chart of the Day: iShares Cybersecurity and Tech ETF (IHAK)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-ishares-cybersecurity-and-tech-etf-ihak/) - After years of cyberattacks, the world is still unprepared. And unfortunately, cyber criminals will continue to take advantage of it. Not only do we face consistent attacks in the U.S., Europe was just nailed with an attack on check-in technology company Collins Aerospace, which affected the UK’s biggest airport, Heathrow, and airports in Berlin and - [What I Am Shorting](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-i-am-shorting/) - I took profits on my integrated oil call options pretty near high of day on Thursday. Then I danced out on the limb by starting some short side positions in the stock market. I think technology suffers here if I am right so I started with short Apple and the Nasdaq ETF, the QQQ. I - [Digital Defense Demand Ignites Massive Upside for Traders Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/digital-defense-demand-ignites-massive-upside-for-traders-now/) - For major businesses, cybersecurity isn’t optional anymore—it’s survival. As attacks grow more sophisticated and relentless, businesses are being forced to pour billions into digital defense just to stay operational. That tidal wave of spending has created a powerful, non-cyclical tailwind for the firms providing the backbone of internet security and infrastructure. And right now, one - [This ETF Trade Really Paid Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-etf-trade-really-paid-out/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Stocks Rip To New Highs — Heres the Post-Rate Cut Playbook](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-rip-to-new-highs-heres-the-post-rate-cut-playbook/) - The Fed finally delivered the long-awaited rate cut, and the market wasted no time blasting to fresh highs. 📈 With a new cutting cycle now in play, this could be the catalyst that fuels a powerful rally into year-end and beyond. We broke down the technicals at the index level and showed exactly how this - [Chart of the Day: Bullish (BLSH)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-bullish-blsh/) - Crypto exchange stock Bullish (BLSH) is gaining momentum. Last trading at $60.88, we’d like to see it closer to $70 initially. Helping, not only did the company post better than expected second quarter earnings, but it also posted strong guidance for the third quarter. In its second quarter, net income was $108.3 million, or 93 cents per - [Oil Stocks Offer Payouts](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/oil-stocks-offer-payouts/) - Oil stocks are putting in decent days. Profits are good and I will be liquidating soon to take the gains. Out of the money vertical bear spreads for November and December are coming into opportunity. Looking to start to put to positions on above 665 in the spy in near future. Example buy November 650 - [Let The Rally-And The Wins-Continue](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/let-the-rally-and-the-wins-continue/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Target (TGT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-target-tgt-9/) - Keep an eye on excessively oversold shares of Target (TGT). Oversold at double bottom support, with over-extensions on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R, we do expect to see Target start to pivot higher. In fact, from its last traded price of $89.72, we’d like to see it initially retest $105, which would refill its bearish - [Quick Tip](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-tip/) - My only play recently has bern oil stocks and they had a very, very good today with most testing multi month highs. I am still long, taking profits on breaks to new monthly highs. FOMC upcoming. Market is still bullish, bit I do believe the day for puts is not far off. Reality could crush. - [Best Trades For Rate Cut Day](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/best-trades-for-rate-cut-day/) - Yesterday I grilled Keith Harwood on the best way to trade into the rate cut. The quick Eye Opener video chat was great and the folks in the room walked away with some solid tips to navigate this big trading day. Take a look at the chat: He did a great job of showing who - [Using the Long Game For Quick Wins](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/using-the-long-game-for-quick-wins/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [AI Storage Tech Just Flashed a High-Conviction Buy Signal](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/ai-storage-tech-just-flashed-a-high-conviction-buy-signal/) - The AI revolution isn’t running on ideas—it’s running on data. And right now, the biggest challenge for data-hungry workloads isn’t the compute power of GPUs, it’s the bottlenecks that come from moving and accessing information fast enough to keep pace. That’s where one corner of the market has stepped in with cutting-edge solutions built to - [These 3 Cash-Rich Stocks Can Weather Any Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/these-3-cash-rich-stocks-can-weather-any-market/) - by Ian Cooper If it’s safety you’re after, you may want to jump into cash-rich stocks. That’s because they offer security and stability with financial resilience in any market. For example, cash reserves act as a buffer during unexpected revenue shortfalls or market downturns. It also allows these companies to return value to shareholders by - [The Forex Fader Strategy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-forex-fader-strategy/) - by Kathy Lien More often than not, traders will find themselves faced with a potential breakout scenario, position for it, and then only to end up seeing the trade fail miserably and have prices revert back to range trading. In fact, even if prices do manage to break out above a significant level, a continuation - [New Highs, Fresh Fuel: The Technical Picture Everyone’s Watching](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-highs-fresh-fuel-the-technical-picture-everyones-watching/) - Markets are charging into uncharted territory with the S&P 500 closing above 6600 for the first time ever 📈 — and all eyes are now locked on tomorrow’s Fed decision. With the first rate cut in quite some time expected, this has become the defining catalyst that could shape the next major move in stocks. - [Chart of the Day: Amcor (AMCR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-amcor-amcr/) - Amcor is a global leader in developing and producing consumer packaging and dispensing solutions across a variety of materials for nutrition, health, beauty, and wellness categories. Most recently, the stock slipped after missing on top and bottom line estimates. EPS of 20 cents was missed by two cents. Revenue of $5.08 billion, up 43.5% year over - [Pre Rate Announcement Alert](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/pre-rate-announcement-alert/) - On the weekend video I discussed the SPY having 11 green candles and 1 red candle over the past 12 weeks. That in itself is not enough to be short. But it certainly is enough to be cautious. As such I don't have any positions long or short. I am waiting for a short to - [Grabbing Tech's Next Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/grabbing-techs-next-move/) - Tech stocks are setting up a potential trade that I want to walk you through. Here is an example of a trade set up one of my favorite indicators has signaled, the chart that helped me spot it, and the steps you can consider supercharging this move for the maximum potential. QQQ, or the Invesco - [Chart of the Day: Southern Co. (SO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-southern-co-so/) - With a yield of 3.21%, oversold shares of Southern Co. are on sale. Over the last few weeks, SO fell from about $95.64 to a recent low of $90.53. Fueling some of the pullback, analysts at Wolfe Research downgraded the SO stock to peer perform, as it traded at a 25% premium to the utility - [Banks Are Back—And Traders Smell Profit Opportunity Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/banks-are-back-and-traders-smell-profit-opportunity-now/) - Wall Street is waking up—and the banks are leading the charge. With equity markets pressing into all-time highs, capital markets are suddenly alive again: IPOs are flowing, deal-making is back, and M&A activity is regaining momentum. Falling interest rates are only adding fuel, while a still-steep yield curve is creating the kind of environment that - [Rate Cut Fever Ignites Market’s Next Big Surge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/rate-cut-fever-ignites-markets-next-big-surge/) - Right now, one thing is clear, this market is almost solely focused on rate cuts. It’s hungry for them and it wants them to begin this week as this hope has been the fuel powering the latest leg of this rally. Last week only further stoked these hopes once the fresh data began to - [Chart of the Day: PepsiCo (PEP)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-pepsico-pep-2/) - One of the best ways to build wealth is by investing in down, but not out stocks, which also carry hefty dividends. Not only can you make money as you wait for the stock to recover, but you can also benefit from high dividend returns along the way. Look at PepsiCo (PEP), for example. With a - [Traders Brace for Fed Fireworks: Are You Positioned?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/traders-brace-for-fed-fireworks-are-you-positioned/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! Markets are at a pivot point. Inflation just jumped to 2.9% in August, the hottest in seven months, while job growth slowed sharply. That mix has Wall Street betting the Fed may cut rates at next week’s meeting, but nothing is guaranteed. For traders, that means volatility and opportunity. - [The Travel Wave That’s Powering Stocks To New Highs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-travel-wave-thats-powering-stocks-to-new-highs/) - When it comes to consumer priorities, the data couldn’t be clearer: experiences are trumping possessions. Even in the face of higher prices and stretched household budgets, demand for travel has surged to levels that few expected would last beyond the pandemic rebound. The result? One corner of the market—discretionary travel—is enjoying a powerful tailwind as - [The Only Index Left To Hit A High](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-only-index-left-to-hit-a-high/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [Chart of the Day: Target (TGT)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-target-tgt-8/) - One of the best ways to build wealth is by investing in down, but not out stocks, which also carry hefty dividends. Not only can you make money as you wait for the stock to recover, but you can also benefit from high dividend returns along the way. Look at Target (TGT), for example. While it’s - [From Rangebound to Breakout: The Fire Driving Stocks Higher](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/from-rangebound-to-breakout-the-fire-driving-stocks-higher/) - Markets finally snapped out of their rangebound funk today 🔥 as a powerful breakout sent indexes to new highs. With expectations of a rate cut next week fueling the move, we dug into the technical picture showing exactly why this surge is different — and why the broad-based participation underneath the surface is confirming the - [What Is On The Market Horizon](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-is-on-the-market-horizon/) - No change in view for the stock market. Remains leaning to the bull side for the next week or two. Upside is likely limited, with a small chance of a larger squeeze up. More likely mild pressure to the upside. At some point on the horizon shorts are shaping up. Even today two leaders ---Amazon - [What Does Oracle's Big Day Mean For The Market?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-does-oracles-big-day-mean-for-the-market/) - The scope of Oracle's jump is pretty much unprecedented. There have been few single tickers that have moved that much money in the history of the market. But as traders, we want to know where it came from and where will it go next. Sorting through that is like trying to catch a live wire. - [Is Momentum Wearing Out?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/is-momentum-earing-out/) - Let’s start the week out by looking at trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include an update - [Chart of the Day: Barrick Gold (B) Update](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-barrick-gold-b-update/) - Earlier this month, we highlighted opportunity in Barrick Gold (B), as it traded at $27. Today, it’s up to $29.16 and could rally even higher. All as the price of gold continues to push aggressively higher. Last trading at $3,650, we still believe it could test $4,000 before the end of the year – especially - [This Doubler Is Rumbling](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-doubler-is-rumbling/) - The market continues to chop. The S&P 500 makes new highs, only to dip quickly on a fundamental input, then grind back to a new high. This process has been repeated on a weekly basis and can cause major frustration for those looking for a major directional move. With PPI and CPI data due out - [Quick Update](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-update-2/) - On the weekend video i highlighted MSFT, NVDA, AMD, as the stocks that had the best chance to rally from the then current levels. Please check their performance thru the first 2 days of the week. I also think bonds have bottomed. Any pullback from here I will be adding longs on the bond ETF - [The Next Wave of Entertainment Is Breaking Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/the-next-wave-of-entertainment-is-breaking-out/) - Digital entertainment isn’t just holding steady—it’s exploding. Even as consumers juggle higher costs elsewhere, demand for immersive online experiences continues to accelerate at a staggering pace. The shift in how younger generations spend their time and money has created a powerful tailwind for companies at the center of this movement, driving revenue growth that few - [Chart of the Day: Archer Aviation (ACHR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-archer-aviation-achr/) - Flying car stock Archer Aviation (ACHR) is another one that could double your money over the next two years. For one, the global eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) market could be worth $170 billion by 2034, says Precedence Statistics. Two, Archer Aviation is ramping up production, with six more Midnight aircraft, with three in final - [Markets Stuck in Neutral… But New Breakouts Are Brewing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-stuck-in-neutral-but-new-breakouts-are-brewing/) - Markets continue to wrestle with a strange mix of new highs on the surface but a frustratingly rangebound feel beneath it. 📊 We broke down the technical picture at the index level, showing why price action has been stuck in neutral despite the headlines — and why this kind of quiet chop can be just - [After Last Week's 46% Grab, Here's What's Next](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/after-last-weeks-46-grab-heres-whats-next/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Three Yielding ETFs to Help Keep Your Portfolio Safe](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/three-yielding-etfs-to-help-keep-your-portfolio-safe/) - by Ian Cooper Markets are pushing higher. But with tension with economic uncertainties, that could change. While it would be easy to just sell everything out of fear you’ll lose money, that’s actually a terrible idea. By jumping out, you’re preventing yourself from making your money back from a resilient market. We have to remember - [Getting Ahead Of Rotation For Great Trades](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/getting-ahead-of-rotation-for-great-trades/) - Even though markets were a little spongy yesterday, they pushed higher and tech seemed to be fighting back the hardest. As people lock in profits we see some dips but there are others right there waiting to jump in and push stocks to new records. The key is understanding where they are heading next. Blane - [NASDAQ Highs Set Up A Quick Grab](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/nasdaq-highs-set-up-a-quick-grab/) - I keep a close eye on QQQ and just spotted an example of a great potential trade. Below I show what my indicator revealed, the trade example to consider and an update on a previous trade. QQQ, which tracks the tech heavy NASDAQ index, is one of the most active ETFs in the market. Since - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting DraftKings (DKNG)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-draftkings-dkng-2/) - Ahead of the 2025 NFL season, gambling stocks, like DraftKings (SYM: DKNG) are exploding, as we said on August 8. Just as it did in 2024. A year ago, the American Gaming Association said Americans were expected to spend about $35 billion on NFL games this year. That’s up from the $26.7 billion wagered a year prior. - [What To Trade In This Market Roll](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/what-to-trade-in-this-market-roll/) - Spotted some interesting moves in a handful of stocks over the weekend. They offer some trades but more importantly they show signs of what the broader market is doing. Take a look at my Key Point update I send to subscribers: The moves in these big chip companies are a pretty telling sign. These AI - [Investors Pile In As Discount Retail Charts Break Out](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/investors-pile-in-as-discount-retail-charts-break-out/) - When shoppers start hunting for value, smart retailers don’t just survive—they thrive. In today’s environment, where wallets are being stretched and consumers are scrutinizing every purchase, one corner of the retail sector is seeing relentless demand. This business model thrives by turning unsold inventory into irresistible deals, giving it a unique edge while competitors scramble - [Stocks Surge on Weak Jobs Data, But Why?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/stocks-surge-on-weak-jobs-data-but-why/) - On the heels of the long holiday weekend, markets opened on Tuesday and the week featured some quite choppy trading. Just before the long weekend began, on the prior Friday, a news headline broke that many of the Trump Admin’s tariffs had been ruled unconstitutional by a federal appeals court. This headline moved after the - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Take-Two Interactive (TTWO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-take-two-interactive-ttwo-3/) - On August 26, we said, “Since bottoming out at around $190 in April, TTWO is now up to $232.40. From here, we ‘d like to see it closer to $250 as we near the launch of its latest 800-pound gorilla, Grand Theft Auto VI. If you’re familiar with the franchise, you know it’s wildly popular and - [Markets on Edge: Jobs, Oil, Nvidia and the Next Big Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/markets-on-edge-jobs-oil-nvidia-and-the-next-big-move/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! This week’s headlines brought plenty of volatility and a few key signals. Jackson Hole’s dovish tone sparked a rally that faded quickly. Then, a weak August jobs report with just 22,000 payrolls added shattered expectations and deepened bets on a September rate cut. Meanwhile, Nvidia surprised with solid AI demand but guidance tempered - [How To Pivot On Job Numbers](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-pivot-on-job-numbers/) - We have employment numbers this morning. The short term is bullish as I have been saying. Thursday was stronger than I would have expected though. As such, I take the evidence at face value, and accede the stock market is even more bullish than I thought for the near term. In this vein, Friday I - [Trading Small Caps Ahead Of Jobs Report](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-small-caps-ahead-of-jobs-report/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [Chart of the Day: ARMOUR Residential REIT (ARR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-armour-residential-reit-arr/) - Real estate investment trusts (REITs) allow you to earn passive income from a managed portfolio of income-producing real estate without ever having to own real estate. “Because of the strong dividend income REITs provide, they are an important investment both for retirement savers and for retirees who require a continuing income stream to meet their - [Travel Spending Surge Sends This Stock Into Overdrive](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/travel-spending-surge-sends-this-stock-into-overdrive/) - As consumers tighten their belts, you’d expect discretionary spending to be first on the chopping block—yet one corner of the market is proving just the opposite. Even with macro headwinds swirling, demand for travel and booking experiences hasn’t cooled off, it’s only continued to accelerate post-pandemic. The appetite for trips, flights, and getaways remains powerful, - [Quick Grabs Are The Key To Wins Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/quick-grabs-are-the-key-to-wins-now/) - Two way traffic in the stock market on Monday, still closing a bit firmer. Both as projected and expected. Hard day to get positioned really, and hard to feel comfortable holding past a very short term time horizon. My flow indicators for options are mixed. The market will have to do better job of showing - [Squeeze Pattern Shows This Big Move](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/squeeze-pattern-shows-this-big-move/) - Let’s take a look at how scan for any potential great SPY trades for this week. I am going to share how I look at what the SPY might move this week, an example of a trade to consider using a powerful indicator, and an update on a previous trade. Be sure to scroll down - [Chart of the Day: Apple Just Broke Out (AAPL)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-apple-just-broke-out-aapl/) - On July 16, we noted, “Apple looks interesting. Last trading at $210.40, we’d like to see the tech giant break above triple top resistance with a near-term bearish gap refill at around $220. Helping, analysts at Jefferies just raised their price target on Apple to $188.32 from $170.62. The firm is still positive about the - [Exploiting The Pullbacks](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/exploiting-the-pullbacks/) - Another stomach churning dip, and another recovery. How does this happen? More importantly, when will you know that this healthy, profitable cycle has ended? These rolling hills as the rally climbs are a consequence of money rotating within the sector. Trading has trended toward more short term positions in recent history and even more so - [A Dip To Buy?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-dip-to-buy/) - We got a v bottom in the stock market indices late Tuesday and its quite possible that will mark the low for the week. This is in keeping with my outlook for the next few weeks, that will be intraday v bottoms like Tuesday. It won't be an easy market to trade. As well, when I - [Momentum Confirms Gold’s Next Big Leg Higher Is Here](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/momentum-confirms-golds-next-big-leg-higher-is-here/) - When fear creeps into the market, money doesn’t sit still—it moves fast toward safety and opportunity. Right now, one of the clearest beneficiaries of that rotation is the gold mining space, where fiscal policy uncertainty, stubborn inflation, and mounting geopolitical tensions have converged to fuel a powerful surge. With the price of gold pushing higher, - [A Trade To Exploit The Stock Slide](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-trade-to-exploit-the-stock-slide/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Invest Like Warren Buffett with These 3 ETFs](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/invest-like-warren-buffett-with-these-3-etfs/) - by Ian Cooper One of the most successful investors is Warren Buffett. At the age of 94, he’s now worth about $148.2 billion. Typically, when Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway buys a stock, it can lead to increased investor confidence and potentially higher stock prices due to the reputation of the firm, and the longstanding belief - [Fibonacci Ratios](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/fibonacci-ratios/) - by Duane Davis The Fibonacci number sequence is a mathematical cycle that incorporates the expansion and contraction of all elements in nature, from the growth of the smallest leaf on Earth to the largest galaxy in the universe. The Fibonacci number sequence was named after Leonardo of Pisa, also known as Fibonacci. Although this number - [Big Winners Get Smoked, Defensives Step Up — Here’s the Playbook](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/big-winners-get-smoked-defensives-step-up-heres-the-playbook/) - Markets faced real pressure today 📉 with sellers taking control as tariff uncertainty, seasonal headwinds, and broad profit-taking weighed on the tape. While most sectors slipped, two defensive groups quietly showed strength — a clear signal of the ongoing rotation we’ve been tracking for weeks. Beneath the surface, it was another day of leadership reshuffling - [Chart of the Day: Barrick Gold (B)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-barrick-gold-b/) - Gold just hit a new record high above $3,500. Last trading at $3,525.86, the metal could test $4,000 – with investors hunting for safe havens with economic uncertainties. For one, gold is pushing higher after a U.S. appeals court ruled that President Trump’s global tariffs are illegal. However, the court is allowing current tariffs to - [Chart of the Day: The Vanguard S&P 500 ETF (VOO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-the-vanguard-sp-500-etf-voo/) - One of the most successful investors is Warren Buffett. At the age of 94, he’s now worth about $148.2 billion. Typically, when Buffett or Berkshire Hathaway buys a stock, it can lead to increased investor confidence and potentially higher stock prices due to the reputation of the firm, and the longstanding belief Buffett buys quality stocks - [New Ways To Measure This Market](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-ways-to-measure-this-market/) - There is a new science to the markets and it has become a key driver of price movement. With more dollar value traded notionally in the options market than for the underlying, options are a powerful tool to use when determining what to will likely happen next. The trade wars are getting uglier and it - [New Highs, Rotation Continues, & Inflation Spooks Investors](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-highs-rotation-continues-inflation-spooks-investors/) - Investors entered last week’s trading still riding the high from the previous weekwhen Fed Chair Powell struck a dovish tone, signaling that rate cuts were on the way.This enthusiasm quickly shifted into a new focus as there were several key market-moving events last week. Last week’s primary event that had everyone on pins and - [Watching The Market Shift](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/watching-the-market-shift/) - This week went exactly as planned. I am getting out of all my longs from Monday on Friday. The market can be a slow boat to turn. However risk and probability may be starting to shift. We often hear the phrase "main street is not wall street". So far that has been the case. Bulls - [Travel Spending Surge Unleashes a Powerful Trading Opportunity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/travel-spending-surge-unleashes-a-powerful-trading-opportunity/) - Consumers are sending a message loud and clear—despite inflation pressures and economic uncertainty, they’re still opening their wallets for experiences that matter. One corner of the discretionary sector is capturing that strength in full force, fueled by resilient demand and a steady flow of spending that refuses to slow down. The recent market rotation has - [New Leadership Emerges as Markets Push Into Record Territory](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/new-leadership-emerges-as-markets-push-into-record-territory/) - Markets charged to fresh all-time closing highs today 🔥 as traders digested the latest NVDA report and its ripple effects across the broader landscape. We broke down the index-level technicals and peeled back the layers beneath the surface, revealing that the powerful rotation we flagged weeks ago is still alive and kicking. New sectors are - [Small Caps Are Hot--Grab This Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-caps-are-hot-grab-this-trade/) - Did you catch that set up in IWM? I love this ETF because it is one of the most traded tickers in the market. In fact, I check it daily and when I saw the pattern forming, I wanted to get this right out to you. Take a look at this chart and pay attention - [Chart of the Day: Albemarle (ALB)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-albemarle-alb-10/) - Keep an eye on lithium stocks, like Albemarle (ALB). About two weeks ago, related stocks jumped on reports that battery maker Contemporary Amperex Technology suspended production at a mine in China, which plays a key role in supplying the global market. “The mine in question produces about 4% of global lithium supply forecast for 2025, - [Unpacking NVDA Earnings To Find A Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/unpacking-nvda-earnings-to-find-a-trade/) - Markets seem mostly unphased by the big earnings announcement that everyone was waiting for. If anything it is looking to create a dip and buying opportunity. So where is the money moving? Blane Markham and I took a look at the charts to see what we could pick up and he spotted some movement that - [This Trade Tunes Out The Noise](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-trade-tunes-out-the-noise/) - When I look for a great trade, one of the places I turn is to SPY, or the SPDR S&P 500 trust. This heavily traded exchange traded fund tracks the S&P 500 and often creates opportunities from broader market moves. To zero in on a trade for this week, let’s look at what the S&P - [Chart of the Day: Viking Therapeutics (VKTX)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-viking-therapeutics-vktx-6/) - The pullback in obesity drug stocks is excessive. But as we’re also starting to see, short-lived. Look at Eli Lilly (LLY). Earlier this month, LLY dropped from about $750 to $625 after its oral weight-loss drug trial results disappointed investors. In fact, its late-stage trial data for its oral weight-loss pill, orforglipron, showed an average weight loss - [A Great Trade NVDA News Is Hiding](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/a-great-trade-nvda-news-is-hiding/) - The market seems to be a headline addict right now looking for the next fix to keep it going. We almost instantaneously pivoted from the Fed news to looking at NVDA earnings. After the jump on Friday markets wobbled yesterday and eked out small gains. Everyone is on the edge of their seats waiting to - [How My Picks Did This Week](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-my-picks-did-this-week/) - This week thus far the market has done exactly as I thought it would. Recall that I bought the dip Monday and said any further dip was just a further opportunity. Of my stocks AMZN, ARKK, MSFT, and SPY, three are higher with only MSFT lagging. NVDA earnings on deck. No change in my outlook to - [Chart of the Day: Take-Two Interactive (TTWO)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-take-two-interactive-ttwo-10/) - Gaming stocks are exploding. And most still offer a good deal of further upside, fueled by the upcoming release of Grand Theft Auto VI, the latest Nintendo Switch 2, and exploding growth at Roblox. For an idea of just how explosive gaming has become, the Global X Video Games and eSports ETF (HERO) soared about - [Dow Finds A Footing And This Solid Trade](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dow-finds-a-footing-and-this-solid-trade/) - An incredibly reliable signal showed up on a chart I was looking at this morning and I wanted to get it right out to you. I use the RSI indicator to spot this signal and you can learn more about that here. Take a look at this chart and let me tell you what I - [Short-Term Trading: The Market Profile](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/short-term-trading-the-market-profile/) - by Russell Sands As a supplement to the long term trend following approach of the Turtles, I also look at many shorter term indicators. Of everything I’ve examined in the past (and I’ve sifted through a lot of stuff), I personally think that Market Profile is one of the best tools ever developed to help - [Handful Of Easy Wins To Grab](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/handful-of-easy-wins-to-grab/) - I took advantage of the weakness on Monday to buy some AMZN and SPXL stock. Be looking to sell some Friday options against those positions especially in a rally. Any dips this week should be small, as might any rallies. So I will be operating on that context, if not being greedy, but still favoring - [Here Is A Smart NVDA Play](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/here-is-a-smart-nvda-play/) - One of my favorite QQQ indicators just gave me an example of clear sign on how to trade it and I wanted to send it right out to you. Read below for the chart that showed the signal in this example, why options offer great advantages for trading it, and an update on a previous - [Chart of the Day: MicroStrategy (MSTR)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-microstrategy-mstr-5/) - With Bitcoin oversold, keep an eye on oversold Bitcoin-related stocks like MicroStrategy (MSTR). Last trading at $358.13, MSTR is now oversold at support dating back to April. It’s also over-extended on RSI, MACD, and Williams’ %R. From here, we’d like to see MSTR retest $425. The last few times MSTR became this technically oversold, it - [Chart of Day: Advanced Micro Devices (AMD)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-day-advanced-micro-devices-amd-3/) - We have another opportunity to jump on Advanced Micro Devices’ (AMD) weakness. After a brief pullback, AMD caught triple bottom support, and is just starting to pivot higher again. Last trading at $167.76, we’d like to see it initially retest $185 a share. Longer term, we’d like to see it test $200. Helping, analysts at - [This Housing Rebound Stock Is Now Impossible to Ignore](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-housing-rebound-stock-is-now-impossible-to-ignore/) - When the housing cycle stirs, it doesn’t just move real estate—it ignites an entire ecosystem of demand that traders would be ill-advised to ignore. With the outlook for interest rates shifting lower, the housing sector looks ready to wake up in a big way, and the companies tied most directly to that rebound are already - [Forget the Fed, Listen to the data](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/forget-the-fed-listen-to-the-data/) - Friday is Jackson Hole and regardless of what news comes out or doesn't come out of that event, the option positioning indicates risk is to the downside. So survival would be a good day tomorrow for stocks in general. Only if the market survives the day, then a last hour squeeze to the upside could - [Small Cap Set Up To Watch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/small-cap-set-up-to-watch/) - What I observed on my charts this morning reinforced something I’ve been telling traders for years: Keep your trading simple. The chart below shows a setup I found in IWM. This ticker is special and works like a Swiss Army Knife in trading—sometimes, it's all you need. When I spot this pattern, I know the - [This Defense Breakout Could Leave You in the Dust](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-defense-breakout-could-leave-you-in-the-dust/) - As global security continues to appear in more & more headlines, markets start rewarding the companies best positioned to deliver solutions. That’s exactly what’s unfolding in the defense sector right now—billions in fresh spending are fueling a wave of demand, and one of the industry’s biggest players is capturing that momentum in real time. The - [All Eyes on Jackson Hole — Here’s the Setup Traders Need Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/all-eyes-on-jackson-hole-heres-the-setup-traders-need-now/) - Markets are coiled tight and on edge ⚡ as traders brace for tomorrow’s highly anticipated Fed speech out of Jackson Hole. With volatility rising, I broke down the critical index-level technicals that could dictate the next big move and highlighted the levels that every trader should have front and center right now. From the recent - [Chart of the Day: UnitedHealth Group (UNH)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-unitedhealth-group-unh/) - UnitedHealthcare (UNH) is one of the most dominant companies in healthcare. Yet, it’s trading at its cheapest price in years.Even better, Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, which built up its largest cash stockpile in years, reaching $347.7 billion in the first quarter of 2025, just bought 5.04 million shares of UNH for $1.57 billion. Typically, when Buffett’s Berkshire - [This could signal another rally](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/this-could-signal-another-rally/) - I am going to keep this short and sweet. No fluff. At the beginning of the week I told my subscribers that we are heading into weakness. From there, the SPY dropped 4 points Tuesday to 640. My first objective was to grab gains from the sliding SPY at 635. I was confident it could - [How To Trade Yesterday's Wild S&P Swing](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-to-trade-yesterdays-wild-sp-swing/) - Let's take a look at a trade examples in the SPY. We’ll take a look at what is going on this morning, a great indicator that is effective in this situation, and why the SPY is an excellent choice for trading options. At the bottom of this email, I even include an update on a - [Chart of the Day: YieldMax DKNG Option Income Strategy ETF (DRAY)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-yieldmax-dkng-option-income-strategy-etf-dray/) - With an expense ratio of 0.99%, the YieldMax DKNG Option Income Strategy ETF (DRAY) started trading on July 15 at $50.25. Now up to $52.41, it’s just starting to gain traction, especially with millions of Americans set to place their bets on the 2025 NFL season. While the fund does not directly invest in DraftKings, - [Why I’m Bullish on DAL Even as the Market Wobbles](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/why-im-bullish-on-dal-even-as-the-market-wobbles/) - The market is evaluating an inflection point and trying to determine whether new highs are justified. It continues to be a stock-picker’s market as we see frequent rotation between stocks and sectors, giving a lot more noise than signals in this environment. And that’s why I focus on the Forecast Toolbox in an environment like - [In Tech Headwinds Profit Hunters Turn Here](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/in-tech-headwinds-profit-hunters-turn-here/) - You can follow this trade almost anywhere. I noticed a great set up on my charts today and it caught my attention because it has proven to be incredibly effective at producing wins. The best part was on a chart of DIA, the ETF that tracks the Dow Jones Industrial Average. Anywhere you look online - [Utilities Surge on AI Power Demand—Don’t Miss This Breakout](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/utilities-surge-on-ai-power-demand-dont-miss-this-breakout/) - When money starts chasing safety and growth at the same time, you know something big is brewing. That’s exactly what’s happening right now in the utilities sector, where one of the country’s most established power providers is breaking out with a surge of momentum that’s impossible to ignore. This isn’t just a quiet drift higher—it’s - [Chart of the Day: iShares Core High Dividend ETF (HDV)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-ishares-core-high-dividend-etf-hdv/) - When markets get volatile, keep your portfolio safe with dividend ETFs. For one, these ETFs and their holdings can help smooth out the volatile ride when markets drop. Two, they offer exposure to a diversified portfolio of respected companies that have a history of paying dividends, which can provide a steady stream of income. Look - [From Highs to Rotation: What Smart Traders Are Seeing Now](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/from-highs-to-rotation-what-smart-traders-are-seeing-now/) - Markets may be sitting just shy of all-time highs, but beneath the surface something far more telling is unfolding ⚡. Our breakdown today revealed how the internals are pointing to a powerful rotation — one that has been quietly taking shape for over a week and is now showing its hand in the charts. We - [Three Hot ETFs that Pay Weekly Dividends](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/three-hot-etfs-that-pay-weekly-dividends/) - by Ian Cooper One of the best ways to keep your portfolio safe and create passive income is with dividends. Most times, these are paid out monthly or quarterly. Now, you can get paid handsomely every week for holding an ETF. In fact, here are three you may want to pay close attention to. Look - [How Do You Buy & Sell a Futures Contract?](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/how-do-you-buy-sell-a-futures-contract/) - by Keith Cotterill In order to buy and sell Futures contracts you have to open an account with a registered broker and deposit funds. In futures trading this is known as a “margin” account. Unlike everyday business where companies allow credit, trading futures contracts requires you to deposit funds with a broker before being able - [Don't Forget To Keep An Eye On This](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/dont-forget-to-keep-an-eye-on-this/) - It seems like every trader is watching Powell and what clues he will offer up at Jackson Hole this week but there is another big event to watch as well. And it could provide some lucrative trade set ups. We grabbed Blane Markham and chatted with him about what to watch this week. He pointed - [Tech Is Still Hot. Here Is How To Get In On It.](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/tech-is-still-hot-here-is-how-to-get-in-on-it/) - Tech stocks are setting up a potential trade that I want to walk you through. Here is an example of a trade set up one of my favorite indicators has signaled, the chart that helped me spot it, and the steps you can consider supercharging this move for the maximum potential. QQQ, or the Invesco - [Chart of the Day: Revisiting Elevance Health (ELV)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/chart-of-the-day-revisiting-elevance-health-elv/) - In late July, we noted, “Keep an eye on Elevance Health (ELV). Over the last few days, the stock gapped from about $340 to a low of about $274.40. That was after the health insurer cut its guidance. However, it appears most of that negativity has been priced into the massive pullback. Plus, on the day - [Trading the Jackson Hole Shockwave](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/trading-the-jackson-hole-shockwave/) - Welcome back to Traders War Room! This week’s spotlight is on Jackson Hole, where Jerome Powell’s every word can send shockwaves through stocks, bonds, and commodities. The opportunity for traders isn’t in predicting his tone but in reacting faster than the crowd. Start by watching the FOMC minutes Wednesday. 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[Chuck Hughes](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/chuck-hughes/) - [John Boyer](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/john-boyer/) - [Joe Duffy](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/joe-duffy/) - [Chris Verhaegh](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/chris-verhaegh/) - [Keith Harwood](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/keith-harwood/) - [Don Fishback](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/don-fishback/) - [Ian Cooper](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/ian-cooper/) - [Lee Gettess](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/lee_gettess/) - [Wendy Kirkland](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/author-presenter/wendy-kirkland/) ## Code Pairs - [JDTA](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/joe-duffy-algo-qp/) - [TOD – CH – 6×6 VSL](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-6x6-vsl/) - [DPP - WK - HTTO](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-htto/) - [TOD - CH - SOS](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-sos/) - [TOD - Ch - GAIN HIS (Updated Link)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-gain-his-updated-link/) - [TOD - CH - Three Triggers (Updated Link)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-three-triggers-updated-link/) - [TOD - CH - BGSP Funnel (Updated Link)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-bgsp-funnel-updated-link/) - [TOD - CH - LRP TLAC (Updated Link)](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/tod-ch-lrp-tlac-updated-link/) - [DPP - WK - 5 STAR](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-5-star/) - [DPP - WK - GOLD](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-gold/) - [DPP - WK - SHARK](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-shark/) - [DPP - WK - SFWB](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-sfwb/) - [DPP - WK - 5 STAR Lunch](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-5-star-lunch/) - [DPP - WK - FFF](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-fff/) - [DPP - WK - ITM $1](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/code-pair/dpp-wk-itm-1/) - 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For example, if there are 500 open interest contracts for - [Naked Option](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/naked-option/) - A naked option, also known as an uncovered option, is an options contract where the seller (also known as the writer) does not hold a corresponding position in the underlying asset. In other words, the seller has not hedged their risk by owning the underlying asset or a related derivative. For example, if an investor - [Liquidity](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/liquidity/) - Liquidity refers to the degree to which an asset or security can be quickly bought or sold in the market without affecting its price. In other words, liquidity is the ease with which an investor can enter or exit a position without significantly impacting the market price. For example, a highly liquid stock would have - [Hedge](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/hedge/) - A hedge is a risk management strategy used by investors and traders to offset potential losses in one investment by taking an opposite position in another investment. The goal of hedging is to protect against adverse market movements and reduce the overall risk in a portfolio. For example, let's say you own 100 shares of - [Black-Scholes Model](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/black-scholes-model/) - The Black-Scholes Model is a mathematical formula used to calculate the theoretical value of European-style options, which are options that can only be exercised on the expiration date. The model was developed by Fischer Black and Myron Scholes in 1973 and has become one of the most widely used tools in options pricing and risk - [Debit Spread](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/debit-spread/) - A Debit Spread is an options trading strategy that involves buying an option with a higher premium (price paid for the option) and selling an option with a lower premium, with both options having the same expiration date and being either both call options or both put options. For example, let's say you want to - [Credit Spread](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/credit-spread/) - A Credit Spread is an options trading strategy that involves selling an option with a higher premium (price received for the option) and buying an option with a lower premium, with both options having the same expiration date and being either both call options or both put options. For example, let's say you want to - [Calendar Spread](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/calendar-spread/) - A Calendar Spread is an options trading strategy that involves buying and selling options with different expiration dates but the same strike price. For example, let's say you want to trade options on Company XYZ, which is currently trading at $50 per share. You can create a Calendar Spread by buying a call option with - [At the Money](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/at-the-money/) - At the Money (ATM) is an option where the strike price is equal to the current market price of the underlying asset. For example, if the stock price of Company XYZ is currently trading at $50 per share, an ATM call option would have a strike price of $50. This means that the option has - [Assignment](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/assignment/) - Assignment is when the buyer of an option exercises their right to buy or sell the underlying asset, and the seller is assigned to fulfill the contract. For example, let's say you sell a call option to someone who wants the right to buy 100 shares of Company XYZ at a strike price of $60. - [Call Option](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/call-option/) - A call option is a type of options contract that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to buy a specific underlying asset at a predetermined price (strike price) within a specified time frame. For example, let's say you believe that the stock price of Company XYZ is going to increase in the - [Option](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/option/) - An Option is a financial contract that gives the buyer the right, but not the obligation, to buy or sell an underlying asset at a predetermined price and time. - [Put Option](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/put-option/) - A put option is another type of options contract that gives the holder the right, but not the obligation, to sell a specific underlying asset at a predetermined price (strike price) within a specified time frame. For example, let's say you believe that the stock price of Company XYZ is going to decrease in the - [Strike Price](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/strike-price/) - The Strike Price is the price at which the underlying asset can be bought or sold, as specified in the option contract. For example, let's say you buy a call option on Company XYZ with a strike price of $50 and an expiration date of one month from now. This means that you have the - [Expiration Date](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/expiration-date/) - The expiration date is the date by which the holder of an options contract must exercise their right to buy or sell the underlying asset at the strike price. For example, imagine you buy a put option on Company XYZ with a strike price of $50 and an expiration date of one month from now. - [In the Money](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/in-the-money/) - A call option is in the money when the underlying asset price is higher than the strike price. A put option is in the money when the underlying asset price is lower than the strike price. In the money is a term used to describe an option contract that has intrinsic value. This means that - [Out of the Money](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/out-of-the-money/) - A call option is out of the money when the underlying asset price is lower than the strike price. A put option is out of the money when the underlying asset price is higher than the strike price. Out of the money is a term used to describe an option contract that does not have - [Premium](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/premium/) - Premium refers to the price that a buyer pays for an options contract. This price is determined by various factors, including the current market price of the underlying asset, the strike price of the options contract, the expiration date, and the volatility of the underlying asset. For example, let's say you want to buy a - [Implied Volatility](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/implied-volatility/) - Implied volatility is a measure of the expected future volatility of the underlying asset, as implied by the current options prices in the market. It is an important factor in determining the price of options contracts, as higher implied volatility generally results in higher options premiums, and vice versa. For example, let's say that Company - [Delta](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/delta/) - Delta is a measure of the sensitivity of an options contract's price to changes in the price of the underlying asset. It is expressed as a value between 0 and 1 for call options, and between 0 and -1 for put options. For example, let's say you own a call option on Company XYZ with - [Gamma](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/gamma/) - Gamma is a measure of the rate of change of an options contract's delta, based on changes in the price of the underlying asset. It is expressed as a positive value for both call and put options. For example, let's say you own a call option on Company XYZ with a gamma of 0.1. If - [Theta](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/theta/) - Theta is a measure of the rate of time decay of an options contract, representing the amount by which its value decreases as time passes. It is expressed as a negative value, as time decay works against the value of the option. For example, let's say you own a call option on Company XYZ with - [Vega](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/vega/) - Vega is a measure of an options contract's sensitivity to changes in implied volatility, representing the amount by which its value will change in response to a change in the expected volatility of the underlying asset. It is expressed as a positive value. For example, let's say you own a call option on Company XYZ - [Collar](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/collar/) - A collar is an options strategy that involves buying or owning a stock, while simultaneously purchasing a protective put option and selling a covered call option. This strategy is used to limit the downside risk of owning the stock while also generating income from the sale of the covered call. For example, let's say you - [Spread](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/spread/) - A Spread is an options trading strategy that involves the simultaneous purchase and sale of options with different strike prices or expiration dates. There are several types of spreads, including debit spreads and credit spreads. For example, let's say you believe that the stock of Company XYZ will experience moderate price movement in the near - [Straddle](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/straddle/) - A straddle is an options strategy that involves purchasing both a call option and a put option with the same strike price and expiration date. This strategy is used when an investor believes that the stock price will experience significant movement but is uncertain about the direction of the movement. For example, let's say Company - [Strangle](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/strangle/) - A strangle is an options strategy that involves purchasing both a call option and a put option with different strike prices but the same expiration date. This strategy is used when an investor believes that the stock price will experience significant movement but is uncertain about the direction of the movement. For example, let's say - [Iron Condor](https://www.tradewinsdaily.com/glossary-term/iron-condor/) - An Iron Condor is an options strategy used when the trader has a neutral outlook on the market. It involves selling both a call option and a put option with a higher strike price and buying both a call option and a put option with a lower strike price. 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