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Is the ‘Growth’ Trade Finally Over?
by David Russell | Jan 15, 2026
Software and communication stocks have been sliding as value names break out.
Chart of the Day: More Downside in the Greenback?
by David Russell | Aug 6, 2025
The U.S. Dollar Index began 2025 with a dramatic slide. Now, after a period of consolidation, some traders may see further downside risk.
Sydney Sweeney Fuels Options Frenzy in American Eagle
by David Russell | Aug 5, 2025
Sydney Sweeney’s new ads powered a historic rally in American Eagle Outfitters, and options traders are jumping into the action.
Monitoring Orders in the Trade Manager
by TradeStation | Aug 5, 2025
TradeStation’s Trade Manager provides a comprehensive, real-time overview of activity, helping streamline trade management.
Tariff and Job Worries Slam Market as August Begins
by David Russell | Aug 4, 2025
Volatility is returning to the stock market as tariff fears return. There are also new worries about the U.S. economy.
Stocks Keep Sailing as Volatility Eases
by David Russell | Jul 28, 2025
Stocks are sailing higher as the AI boom continues, with few signs of volatility on the horizon.
Volatility Fades as AI Boom Widens
by David Russell | Jul 24, 2025
Improved breadth and new 52-week highs may confirm the new highs.
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Are Traders Bullish Before Nvidia’s $500 Billion Question?
by David Russell | Nov 19, 2025
The AI giant reports earnings with prices at support and momentum potentially slowing.
Chart of the Day: JD.com Jumped. Will it Jump More?
by David Russell | Oct 29, 2024
JD.com jumped recently, and some traders may see potential for further upside. The first pattern on today’s chart is the dramatic rally between September 20 and October 7. The Chinese e-commerce company has shown signs of stabilizing above a 50 percent retracement of...
Earnings From Big Technology Stocks Are Coming Soon
by David Russell | Oct 23, 2024
Third-quarter earnings season has begun. Financials were the first major sector to report and the agenda will soon turn to large technology companies like Microsoft and Apple. This article will cover some key dates and recent news on these major growth stocks....
Stocks Keep Climbing as Chips Falter and ‘Everything Else’ Advances
by David Russell | Oct 21, 2024
Chipmakers have led the market all year, but they could be losing their edge as investors position for new conditions into yearend. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index ($SOX) dominated price action in the first half and remained the top performer through the end of...
Stocks Break Out as Technology and Cyclicals Come Back to Life
by David Russell | Oct 14, 2024
Stocks broke out to new highs last week, led by technology and cyclicals like financials and cruise ships. The S&P 500 rose 1.1 percent between Friday, October 4, and Friday, October 11. It was the fifth straight positive...




