Michael A. Gayed

Michael A. Gayed

Michael A. Gayed is the Publisher of The Lead-Lag Report, an award winning market research service that provides risk signals, high yield ideas, macro observations, and more. He is the author of five award-winning research papers on market anomalies and investing. Michael was an active contributor to MarketWatch for a number of years and has been interviewed on CNBC, Bloomberg, and Fox Business, as well as the Wall Street Journal Live for his unique approach to interpreting market movements.

Michael earned his Bachelor’s of Science degree with a double major in Finance & Management at NYU Stern School of Business. Michael became a CFA Charterholder in 2008.

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Recent Articles

Contrarian Investing: Why This (Unpopular) Strategy Is the Key to Stock Market Success

By Michael A. Gayed

Investors may be more comfortable following the crowd, but sometimes contrarian investing is how you can beat the stock market.

Why a Housing Market Crash May Be Closer Than You Think

By Michael A. Gayed

There's plenty of evidence suggesting that a housing market crash may be right around the corner. Let's dive into the biggest indicators.

A Major Market Correction May Be Coming This April. Here’s Why.

By Michael A. Gayed

Is a major market correction on its way? Signals suggest this is a time to be very cautious with risk assets.

Are Big Tech Stocks the Next Safe Haven Investment?

By Michael A. Gayed

This year, the markets have experienced some unusual events and behaviors. Are Big Tech stocks the next safe haven investment?

3 Reasons Why the Banking Crisis Is a Good Thing for the Stock Market

By Michael A. Gayed

Investors focusing on the news may feel a sense of panic about the banking crisis. If they looked deeper, they would see opportunity.

Market Bulls Control the Narrative Today…

By Michael A. Gayed

Bulls are in control of the market right now, with a narrative that speaks to a continued rally into 2014.

‘Science’ or ‘Faith’ And the Bear or Bull Market Case

By Michael A. Gayed

The old question of whether faith or science will prevail for future events is present in the stock market, with bears and bulls taking one or another side

Financial Stocks Scream for Caution

By Michael A. Gayed

Financial stocks like JPMorgan are starting to show signs of weakness according to several charts that plot the course of the industry.

Rocky BalGolda: The Mother of All Gold Battles

By Michael A. Gayed

Gold bears are currently winning the battle over the yellow metal, and have downward momentum and trend on their side. However, gold bulls aren't out of it yet.

Utilities: Back to Hero, or Villain in Disguise?

By Michael A. Gayed

This may be a temporary period of strength or a final move before a breakdown. A downtrend could be quite telling about the second half for equities.

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