Why Am I Rooting for the Nasdaq to Fall?
Because it would help set the indicators up for a more reliable rally.
Cool CPI, Sharp Warsh, Booming Banks
Let’s check on inflation, what Fed Chief Warsh told lawmakers, the banks and my latest take on the chart.
A Market Tale Full of Sound and Fury Signifying Nothing
It was an extremely busy day with 8 major events, but there was only a muted market reaction.
High-Stakes Fighting in Hormuz; Hostage to Hynix; Fading ‘Memory’ Basket?
Here’s how I’m handling my memory/storage trades as DRAM ETF, stocks like SanDisk take a hit; also let’s check Iran, the Fed and bank earnings.
Inflation Concerns Explode as Oil Surges and AI Spending Worries Jump
Bank earnings, CPI, and Warsh testimony will keep investors focused on inflation.
VIDEO: Our Roadmap for Big Bank Earnings
Plus, June inflation data and Taiwan Semi’s outlook for H2 2026.
Whispers of Black Monday as S. Korean Stocks Sink, Iran Fighting Resumes
I don’t think it’s ugly enough for a 1987 repeat, but just the idea can put a trader on edge. Let’s check the latest of the markets, Iran conflict, the Fed.
Strong Grades for 3 Bank Stocks With Earnings on Deck
Momentum in the banking sector is building just as the biggest names in the industry are preparing to report earnings.
Meta’s AI Chip Plans Revealed: 8 Key Items Shaping the Stock Market Friday
SK Hynix’s IPO pricing, Micron’s spending, Delta’s earnings, and other headlines are moving stocks this morning.
Not Broadening Out
Despite pleas of broadening out, the equity market is teetering on a disbroadening.
Here were yesterday’s stats:
* $SPY -0.29%
* $QQQ +0.27%
* $IWM -0.89%
* $RSP -1.22%
To me, key to the broadening-out thesis would be continued strength in financials, which was nowhere to be found:
* $JPM -$8
* $C – $3
* $KRE challenging (to the downside) some important support.
Position: Short JPM (S), C (S)