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Is a Santa Rally Coming After Bears Retreat?
by David Russell | Dec 1, 2025
Some investors may see potential for a “Santa rally” after stocks recovered from a sharp pullback last month.
Placing Breakout Trades Using Chart Trading
by TradeStation | Jun 26, 2025
https://player.vimeo.com/video/404724423?dnt=1&app_id=122963 When it comes to breakout trading, timing and preparation are everything. TradeStation’s Chart Trading feature can help make it simpler to plan and execute breakout strategies—directly from your...
Options Alert: Call Volume Spikes in United Airlines
by David Russell | Jun 24, 2025
United Airlines hit turbulence as geopolitical tensions rose this month, but options traders could be staying on board.
Oil and War Are Not the Only Stories in the Market
by David Russell | Jun 23, 2025
Is a crypto revolution taking place as attention focuses on war in the Middle East?
Metal Futures on the Move Before Fed Meeting
by David Russell | Jun 18, 2025
Metals like gold and silver have rallied this year as investors shift away from the U.S. dollar.
Cisco Is Pushing a Generational High
by David Russell | Jun 17, 2025
Cisco Systems has climbed as AI investment helps power growth, and some traders may think the move will continue.
Placing Profit Targets and Stop Losses Using Matrix
by TradeStation | Jun 17, 2025
Managing trades efficiently is crucial for every trader, and TradeStation’s Matrix offers a streamlined way to help take control of your positions from start to finish.
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Options Alert: Is This AI Pioneer Broken?
by David Russell | Sep 2, 2025
Super Micro Computer was an early leader in the AI boom, but one options trader could be taking a grim view.
Stocks Keep Running as Inflation Fades and Apple Breaks Out
by David Russell | Jun 17, 2024
Stocks are hitting new highs as inflation eases and Apple breaks out. The S&P 500 rose 1.6 percent between Friday, June 7, and Friday, June 14. It was the second consecutive positive week, and the second straight record weekly closing high. The technology-heavy...
Chart of the Day: Arista Networks Has Pulled Back
by David Russell | Jun 11, 2024
Arista Networks jumped to a record high last month, and now it’s pulled back. The first pattern on today’s chart is the high-volume jump on May 8 after earnings and revenue beat estimates. Notice how its closing price that day of $291.67 became apparent support on May...
Bears Rejected: Nasdaq Reclaims Leadership on AI, Earnings Growth
by David Russell | May 28, 2024
Strong earnings and optimism about rate cuts seem to be overpowering bearish news in the stock market. The S&P 500 rose less than 0.1 percent between Friday, May 17, and Friday, May 24. The index recovered from a sharp drop on Thursday and stayed above its...
These AI Stocks Could Be Active With Nvidia Earnings Later Today
by David Russell | May 22, 2024
Nvidia releases earnings today, and it could impact other stocks in the AI space. While per-share earnings are expected to increase about 8 percent from the previous quarter, attention could focus on demand trends. Some investors have worried that the planned launch...




