Here’s a myth that just won’t die: As copper goes, so goes the economy. For those who believe that’s true, there’s hope. Insiders have rarely been as motivated to own copper. Here’s what it means for copper prices and stocks.... >> READ MORE...

The QE bull market is now over five years old. According to some, its recent structure also resembles the 1928 ‘last gasp’ before the Great Depression hit. There’s reason to look for a correction, but is sentiment bullish enough for a major top.... >> READ MORE...

Some things are just supposed to be opposites: Night or day, black or white, wet or dry, hot or cold. Here’s another one: S&P 500 and VIX. When the S&P goes up, the VIX is supposed to go down, but not lately. Something’s gotta give?... >> READ MORE...

The market is been downright gnarly. Today’s performance shows once again the stock market’s #1 goal: Separate as many investors as possible from their money. Here’s how the market did it and how it could have been avoided.... >> READ MORE...

History is certainly not a perfect guide, but it’s not a blind guide either. Certain historical patterns, especially with a high rate of accuracy, are worth watching. March (post)-Triple Witching weakness occurs 70% of the time.... >> READ MORE...

Gold is at one of those potential key juncture where technical analysis can really enhance the message of investor sentiment. Excessive optimism suggests some trouble ahead. Technical analysis can help pinpoint when.... >> READ MORE...

KISS – Keep it simple st …. Sometimes the easiest analysis really is the most effective and accurate analysis. Here’s a very simple way to test if gold’s rally is for real, almost like a litmus test. ... >> READ MORE...

The most consistent side effect of the Federal Reserve’s FOMC meeting is a gigantic yawn … followed by an unpredictable pop or drop. Here’s how the S&P 500 reacted to all FOMC meetings over the past year.... >> READ MORE...

Insiders, like corporate officers and directors, are the smartest indicator of a company’s (and by extension the stock market’s) health. Unfortunately, getting access to good insider sales data is tough. Here’s one promising set of data though.... >> READ MORE...

This short-term S&P 500 ETF outlook deals with two clichés - 1) Declines below the 20-day SMA on elevated volume are always bearish, and 2) The trend is your friend – and offers three interpretations (one of which is favored).... >> READ MORE...