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Chart of the Day: Regional Bank May Be Climbing
by David Russell | Feb 18, 2026
U.S. Bancorp hit a four-year high last week, and some traders may see further upside in the Upper Midwest lender.
Value Stocks Rally on Fed Hopes, Dealmaking
by David Russell | Aug 14, 2025
Lagging stocks like small caps and materials are playing catchup as investors pivot from megacap growth to value plays.
Options Alert: Big Trade in Wynn Resorts
by David Russell | Aug 12, 2025
Wynn Resorts rallied two months ago, and one big investor may expect further upside.
Apple’s Big Week Drove the Nasdaq to Records
by David Russell | Aug 11, 2025
Apple just had one of its best weeks ever, driving the Nasdaq to new record highs.
Is More Weakness Coming in the U.S. Dollar?
by David Russell | Aug 7, 2025
The greenback has shown signs of continuing lower amid weak economic data and expected changes at the Fed.
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.
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Chart of the Day: Alphabet May Be Oversold
by David Russell | Dec 17, 2025
Alphabet has pulled back after hitting a new all-time high, and some traders may think it’s oversold.
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...
Software Powers Growth-Stock Comeback as 4th Quarter Begins
by David Russell | Oct 9, 2024
2024 is entering its homestretch, and large-cap growth stocks could be making a comeback. Technology, communications and consumer discretionaries are the three best-performing sectors in the last month, according to TradeStation data. That's important for at least two...
AMD Has Lagged in the AI Race. Could It Catch Up This Week?
by David Russell | Oct 8, 2024
Advanced Micro Devices was an early mover in the AI boom. Now, after a long period of stagnation, traders may see potential for the chip stock to play catch-up. Thursday, October 10, could be a pivotal session. That's when CEO Lisa Su plans to unveil the company's...
AI, Robotaxis, Inflation and Earnings Could Move Stocks This Week
by David Russell | Oct 7, 2024
The stock market is entering a busy time as investors prepare for AI events, plus inflation and the start of earnings season. Here are some potentially big items this week: Tuesday-Wednesday: Amazon.com (AMZN) has a Prime Big Deal Days. This may focus attention on the...



