Fed released their Policy Statement and S&P reacted with no fewer than three 10-handle plus moves down, up and down within the Session. Buying Dips and Selling Rips at extremes was the call of the day as we posted in … Continue reading
The “Dog Dayz of Summer” are definitely here…Low Volumes, Low Volatility, Choppy Range Action. As traders we must learn to accept what Mr. Market gives and take full advantage when an opportunity exists, since it may be a bit longer … Continue reading
Trade continues quiet and rangebound as Fed begins it’s two-day meeting. Investors/Traders await further clarification on Fed’s intents to begin it’s QE Tapering process…Last month Big Ben released a “trial balloon” and the market’s response was not to favorable…He then … Continue reading
Having reached a peak last week near 1695 the S&P has pulled back to form support at 1670. Price action is now “bracketing” the upper and lower edges. This mid-summer consolidation is anticipated to continue until either 1665 is violated … Continue reading
Price has consolidated sideways for two days following new marginal high last week. This action is a “slow grind” for traders…Support structure remains intact, so path of least resistance is higher as bulls continue to target the 1700 handle. Today … Continue reading
The summertime slowdown is in full force with narrowing ranges and volatility. Perhaps it’s a good time to plan your “beach party” and go have some fun in the sun. If you are a diehard trader that just must stay … Continue reading
Summertime equals Low Volatility…The Average Daily Range (ADR) continues to contract from the historical average of 17.50 handles. The most recent ten (10) sessions have been well below this historical norm…The Volatility Index (VIX) is also currently near the lows … Continue reading
Today marks end of quarter (and 1/2 year). so many money managers will be tweaking their portfolios to what is known as “window dressing”. Overall end of quarter portfolio tweaking doesn’t contribute much to investor returns, but can be meaningful … Continue reading
Though the Markets have enjoyed a “relief rally” of approximately 50 handles from our “Prime Turn Alert” on 6/24 https://twitter.com/TradePilotPro/status/349230432002396160/photo/1 further advances should encounter increasing headwinds. Price is half-way back from its fall and there is a gap to fill … Continue reading
Quick review of yesterday’s trade strategy had traders looking for longs on pullback to 1567 – 69 zone…Actual support pivot was established at 1570…Pivot longs were initiated at 1573…The potential for relief rally was strong as price action pushed higher … Continue reading