The market trend analysis is greatly simplified when visually applying the information on a candlestick chart. The combination of candlestick signals and the T line make for highly accurate trend analysis. Although the Dow is trading relatively flat on the day, the other indexes, the NASDAQ, S&P 500, and transportation index continue to show a bearish trend, especially the NASDAQ. Note that short positions that have strong sell signals continue to perform well. If you are not comfortable shorting positions, utilize the short funds.
October 12th Daily Market Comments
The inflation numbers continue to appear strong. Shouldn’t that have pushed the markets down? That would be the initial thought process but the Dow showing strength. However, the S&P 500 is flat and the NASDAQ is trading slightly lower. The lack of any severe selling at least provides the alert that other influences might be coming into play. What are those influences? Don’t know, but now aware that there might be other considerations. Stay predominately short but vigilant.