• Market Surges as Election Results Boost Financial & Energy Stocks
    Nov 7 2024

    In today’s premarket update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com highlights a quiet start with U.S. stock index futures showing slight gains and mixed commodity movements. Market attention focuses on the upcoming U.S. jobless claims report and a key Federal Reserve announcement, both expected to drive afternoon volatility. Whiteside discusses the sharp moves in various assets following an unexpectedly decisive U.S. election outcome, which led to significant gains in regional banks, energy stocks, and a sharp rise in the U.S. dollar. Meanwhile, options traders, currency traders, and gold investors found themselves on the wrong side of these movements. Stephen also covers shifts in major indices, noting the S&P 500 and Dow's new highs driven by financial stocks. He reports notable losses in specific stocks like Nike and Home Depot and covers Canadian markets, where stocks like Manulife and Shopify gained. He closes by advising caution due to anticipated Fed-driven volatility and suggests using previous lows as a strategic exit point. He stresses the importance of flexibility in fast-moving markets, especially following historic trading days like yesterday. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Thursday, November 7, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-11072024/

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  • Tuesday Market Outlook: Election Day, Key Stocks & Commodities | TheUpTrend.com
    Nov 5 2024

    In today’s market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com analyzes pre-market conditions with a focus on the U.S. election’s impact on stock indices, including the Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500. He highlights the elevated VIX level as a cautionary signal for potential market volatility, noting that a drop below 19.56 could be bullish for stocks. Whiteside also reviews significant movements among specific stocks, such as Salesforce, Intel, and Boeing, providing insight into their current buy or sell status. Stephen then examines sector performance within the TSX and Nasdaq, spotlighting winners like Nutrien and Monster, while noting declines for BCE and Tesla, among others. He wraps up with a brief overview of commodities, including crude oil and natural gas, which have shown recent reversals. Overall, the session emphasizes cautious optimism given the election’s uncertain outcomes and current market indicators. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Tuesday, November 5, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-11052024/

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  • Monday Market Update: Nvidia Joins Dow, Oil Gains, Inside Day
    Nov 4 2024

    In today’s Monday morning update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com discusses mixed activity in the stock market. Friday was an inside day following Thursday’s down day, and we await a breakout or breakdown from Thursday’s trading range. Key stocks in the news include Nvidia, which is set to replace Intel in the Dow 30, with Nvidia trading higher and Intel trading lower. Crude oil has gained in the premarket, potentially signaling a buy signal if the trend holds. Whiteside also highlights various sectors and stocks, including insurance, which saw a breakdown, while U.S. bonds declined. Canadian stocks showed mixed results, with some like Bank of Montreal experiencing an inside day and others like Cenovus hitting new lows. U.S. stocks like Peloton saw reversals, while Amazon had a significant reversal on Friday, trading above $200. Whiteside ends by emphasizing the need for a breakout from Thursday’s range to confirm any substantial market moves. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Monday November 04, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-11042024/

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    7 mins
  • Morning Market Outlook 11012024
    Nov 1 2024

    In today’s pre-market analysis, Stephen Whiteside of TheUpTrend.com reports that stock index futures and commodities are trading higher. While economic numbers expected later this morning may influence the market’s direction, yesterday’s losses have weighed on weekly performance across sectors, especially technology, where losses exceed two percent. Whiteside also highlights key trends, such as increased VIX levels, reflecting heightened market concerns. Stocks like Microsoft, Amazon, and Intel are up slightly in pre-market trading, though not enough to offset recent drops. Canadian markets and various commodities—such as oil, platinum, and silver—also experienced sell signals. Whiteside advises caution as investors await the day’s employment data to shape market sentiment. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Friday, November 1, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-11012024/

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  • Canadian Stock Market Trends 10312024
    Oct 31 2024

    Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com provides a Thursday morning premarket update amid declines in stock index futures, with both the Dow and Nasdaq down by about 200 points. Anticipated employment and inflation data may influence market direction. Weakness across big-cap tech, including the "Magnificent Seven," suggests potential sell signals, while Trump Media continues its downward trend. On Bay Street, financials show mixed signals with several banks on sell signals, while the energy sector remains under pressure with crude oil and natural gas on sell signals. Gold sees potential for further gains, targeting 2812.50, while Shopify remains under a sell signal. In currency markets, the Canadian dollar and other major currencies face downward pressure due to a surging U.S. Dollar. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Thursday, October 31, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/canadian-stock-market-trends-10312024/

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  • Tuesday’s Market Update: Ford Dips, Energy Weakens, and Commodities Rally!
    Oct 29 2024

    In Tuesday's premarket update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reviews the market's latest moves, with stock index futures trading down while commodities trend higher. He highlights Ford’s 5% dip following earnings and Trump Media’s continued rally. Key stocks like iShares TSX 60, Circle K, and Cameco are discussed, showing mixed performance. Steel Dynamics approaches resistance, while inside days for major indices signal possible consolidation. In the commodity space, energy stocks show weakness, with the TSX Energy ETF and S&P Energy ETF on sell signals, joined by gold and mining stocks GDX and XGD. Stephen also shares that tutorials have been rescheduled due to his recent illness, promising a Wednesday morning update to continue guiding investors. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Tuesday, October 29, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-10292024/

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  • TSX Sell Signals & Tesla Rally: Key Market Moves to Watch This Monday
    Oct 28 2024

    Stephen Whiteside of TheUpTrend.com provides an update on the TSX and U.S. markets as Monday brings notable activity. He discusses potential sell signals for the TSX 60, energy stocks, and the TSX Global Gold Index, which are impacted by declining crude oil and gold prices. Canadian energy stocks, including Baytex and Canadian Natural Resources, are analyzed, with a wave-off of potential buy signals as prices fall in the pre-market.In the U.S. markets, Stephen highlights strength in stock index futures and discusses a rally in Tesla. He mentions NASDAQ targets and expectations for major earnings releases, noting that large-cap stocks are set to benefit from the market's positive trend. He concludes with insights on currency fluctuations, particularly the Canadian and U.S. dollars, and anticipates a volatile day for both markets.Stephen WhitesideTheUpTrend.comMonday, October 28, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/morning-market-outlook-10282024/

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  • Friday Market Update: Nasdaq, Netflix, Crude Oil & Gold
    Oct 18 2024

    Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reviews Friday morning's premarket activity, noting the quiet market conditions with the Nasdaq leading the futures higher. Netflix and CVS remain focal points after their recent earnings reports and signals, while commodities see a mixed day with crude oil down and gold rising. Stephen also covers the VIX's unusual performance, financial and industrial sectors holding strong, and updates on the magnificent eight stocks, including Netflix, Nvidia, and Microsoft. He concludes by discussing overbought markets and upcoming opportunities in bear ETFs as the market potentially turns downward. Stephen Whiteside TheUpTrend.com Friday, October 18, 2024 https://theuptrend.com/?p=2482&previe...

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    8 mins