Charts & Technical Analysis

Two Golden Opportunity Stocks

These two stocks aren't sexy, but they are attractive because of signals that even better days are coming.

It’s Hammer Time for the S&P 500!

A big bounce around midday Friday left "hammer candles" across U.S. stocks -- coupled with Monday's follow-up surge, that bodes well for the S&P's short-term.

Abercrombie & Fitch Stock: More Potential After the Pop?

After an eye-popping 34% gain, traders can expect some sort of pullback in ANF shares -- but still could be primed for a more modes climb afterward.

Watch the 200-Day Moving Average — Or Else

Even if you're not technically inclined, it's useful to know what other traders are looking at. And this indicator has a good track record as a pivotal level.

A Bruised Chipmaker Ready to Rebound?

MLNX dropped 20% after earnings, but you shouldn't dismiss it. Just one week later, it's already gaining traction again.

The Post-FOMC Period Looks Bearish

So many sectors, subsectors, averages and commodities tumbled after the last meeting and probably will do again.

Chipotle Stock Hasn’t Hit Bottom Yet

A head-and-shoulders pattern in Chipotle stock shows the potential for even more downside from Friday's post-earnings fall. Here's how you can play CMG.

What’s Tanking in the Market and Why

A glut of earnings warnings have set a bearish tone in the market. Here's a look at what assets are struggling.

Beware the Bear Flag in IWM

The IWM has enjoyed a few days of upside, but the charts are signaling downside in the near term. Selling a November call spread is one way to play an impending dip.

Keep an Eye on Wall Street’s Holiday-Season Hot Stocks

The retail sector is actually something of a laggard for the final quarter of the year, but there's opportunity in its regular outperformers.

9 Charts to Watch for Potential Breakouts

Although the broader market has moved to a new high, these nine stocks still haven't broken above resistance -- but could bust through in coming weeks.

A Big Divergence in Small Caps

Is Tuesday's jump in the Russell 2000 just a one-day aberration? What could be an early bullish indicator will bear close watching ahead.

Warning Signs from Small- and Mid-Caps

While all eyes lately have been on the Fed or across the pond on the European Central Bank, I find that the charts give me…

So Much for the ‘Draghi Bounce’

Technical indicators predicted that ECB chief Mario Draghi's recent comments weren't going to create any sustainable positivity. They were right.

Starbucks: Stuck in the Middle

Starbucks has given back most of its gains from the year, and has dropped into a gray area for investors. Which way should you trade SBUX right now?

The Markets Are Holding Onto a Thread

A look at the trading world around us shows a number of red flags for equities -- specifically, the major U.S. indices.

Is It Time to Sell Abbott Labs?

Abbott Labs has been on a tear since October, but its technical strength is wearing thin, plus a few other factors stand to hamper this otherwise solid company.

7 Stock Charts That Point to Summer Trading Opportunities

Some bellwether stocks in the auto, financial and materials sectors are close to support levels, indicating that trading opportunities might be at hand.

10 Bullish Trendsetters to Watch

Take note: These stocks' charts are showing a 'bullish crossover' -- their 20-day moving averages are crossing above their 50-day average.