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In this market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reviews the recent downturn in the stock market, triggered by Walmart’s earnings miss, which led to sell signals across major indices, including the Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ. The retail sector experienced significant declines, with Target hitting new 2024 lows and Costco also affected. Technical indicators show a bearish trend, with multiple sectors, including financials, energy, and gold stocks, falling into daily sell signals. The VIX spiked, signaling increased fear, and a continuation of the downtrend could erase a year’s worth of market gains within weeks.

Stephen also examines commodity markets, noting that crude oil remains weak, gold is testing key resistance levels near $3,000, and silver may soon generate a sell signal. Weekly charts indicate a mixed outlook, with volatility expected to dominate the year. While the end of the month often brings bullish tendencies due to automatic investments, this is not a guarantee of upward movement. Investors are urged to monitor key support levels closely as the market remains uncertain.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Sunday, February 23, 2025

Morning Market Outlook 02212025

In today’s market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com provides an overview of the pre-market conditions and key market movements. While the Dow is down and NASDAQ is higher, commodities show mixed performance, with crude oil slightly down and gold holding gains. Stocks like Walmart and JP Morgan experienced significant declines, impacting indices like the Dow and S&P 500. Sector-wise, broker dealers, cybersecurity, and transports have slipped back into sell signals, while energy stocks remain resilient.

Stephen also highlights key stock performances, including Shopify, Palantir, and BlackBerry, which are at critical price levels. The TSX has been trading within a narrow range, and small-cap stocks are struggling to maintain momentum. As the week wraps up, investors are watching for potential sell signals in major indices. He reminds viewers of the importance of market timing and trend-following strategies and encourages them to visit TheUpTrend.com for deeper insights.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Friday, February 21, 2025

Morning Market Outlook 02202025

Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com covers the latest stock market movements in his Thursday morning update. He discusses the jobless claims report, which had little effect on a downtrending market at the open. Stephen highlights slight movements in key indices, including the S&P 500, NASDAQ, and Dow. Big-cap tech stocks like Meta and Palantir have experienced sell-offs, while Microsoft saw a slight rebound.

He also touches on trends in energy inventories and bond yields, which could impact future stock performance.

Commodities are also reviewed, with copper still on a buy signal and natural gas hitting a new high before pulling back. Gold and silver markets experienced minor fluctuations, and energy stocks are attempting to break through recent highs. Stephen signs off by encouraging viewers to subscribe and visit TheUpTrend.com for more stock market timing insights.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Thursday, February 20, 2025

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Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com discusses pre-market stock movements on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. He highlights various market trends, including stock index futures trading below fair value and commodities like gold and crude oil performing strongly. Whiteside also mentions the Fed meeting minutes as a potential catalyst for market direction later in the day, along with observations on the VIX, bond yields, Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Canadian and US markets.

He covers notable stock movements, including the Dow, SPY, Nasdaq, and several companies like Intel, Nvidia, Palantir, and Tesla. Canadian stocks like Enbridge, Manulife, and Air Canada are also discussed. Whiteside emphasizes the importance of stock market timing, encourages viewers to subscribe to his channel, and invites them to visit TheUpTrend.com for more insights.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Wednesday, February 19, 2025

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In today’s stock market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com highlights market movements and key stock performances. While futures and commodities are trading above fair value in the pre-market, no major economic numbers are expected today. Intel is trading higher on takeover rumors, while Delta remains on a sell signal. Market support factors include a lower US dollar index, higher bond prices, and a VIX sell signal. The iShares TSX 60 and Vanguard Canada ETFs are near potential sell signals, while sectors like gold and energy show varying trends.

In the US markets, the NASDAQ 100 reached new highs, led by strong performances from Airbnb and Applovin. While major stocks like Meta and Nvidia showed continued upward trends, others such as Microsoft, Alphabet, and Amazon remained stagnant or weak. Stephen also reviewed stocks like Tesla, Shopify, and Procter & Gamble for their near-term trading outlooks. Viewers are encouraged to follow the trend for better stock timing strategies.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Tuesday, February 18, 2025

Canadian Gold Stocks 02172025

In today’s video, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com analyzes the gold and gold stock market. He discusses the recent overbought conditions, noting a small pullback in gold prices and potential sell signals in individual gold stocks like Agnico Eagle and Franco-Nevada. Despite fluctuations, gold remains on a buy signal, and no major breakdowns have occurred.

He emphasizes that gold stocks don’t always mirror the movement of gold prices and highlights the influence of moon cycles on market changes when news is quiet. Stephen shares his plans to sell GDXU and await a bear ETF buy signal. Viewers are encouraged to time the market properly and follow trends for better outcomes.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Monday, February 17, 2025

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In today’s Friday Morning Update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com discusses recent market trends as we head into a long weekend with a bullish bias. Key markets like the Dow, S&P 500, and NASDAQ are showing positive momentum, while commodities such as gold and crude oil also exhibit gains. However, bond yields remain a concern, with downward movement being crucial for supporting higher stock prices.

Whiteside highlights sector movements, noting Nvidia and Cisco as top Dow performers, and MGM and AppLovin leading the S&P and NASDAQ, respectively. The TSX 60 and mining stocks are also showing strength, with gold, palladium, and copper hitting new highs. Crude oil remains on a sell signal, while natural gas struggles near previous highs. The video ends with a reminder to follow trends to improve stock market timing and an invitation to subscribe to TheUpTrend.com.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Friday, February 14, 2025

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In today’s market update, Stephen Whiteside of TheUpTrend.com discusses Thursday morning’s pre-market trends and market movement from the previous day. Stock index futures are trading above fair value, gold is hitting new highs, and crude oil continues to decline. Volatility remains high, with potential for more swings following jobless claims and PPI numbers. Key observations include bond markets back on sell signals, energy sectors declining, and consumer staples holding steady in the U.S. The NASDAQ 100 held above its channel line, with strong performances from Global Foundries and Gilead.

The U.S. most actives included Intel breaking January highs and Supermicro locking in profits. Tesla and Nvidia had minor pullbacks, while Apple returned to a buy signal. Alibaba and AT&T reached new highs, while Canadian stocks like Barrick and BlackBerry saw significant gains. Several energy and financial stocks are holding sell signals, with some potential buy signals for Air Canada and Shopify. With market timing being crucial, Stephen concludes with a reminder to visit TheUpTrend.com for more insights.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Thursday, February 13, 2025

Morning Market Outlook 02122025

Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com discusses the latest stock market movements and key indicators. He highlights a bearish outlook, focusing on CPI numbers and their potential to shift market direction. He reviews recent trends in major indices like the NASDAQ Composite and S&P 500, noting the struggle to surpass key levels such as the 20,000 mark for the NASDAQ. Updates on commodities include gold hitting a new high, silver showing weakness, and mixed signals from energy stocks.

Stephen also examines individual stocks, including Apple, Amazon, Tesla, and Nvidia. Tesla’s decline towards its 200-day moving average and Shopify’s all-time high are notable takeaways. He emphasizes key support and resistance levels, potential price targets, and market sentiment shifts. He closes by highlighting the importance of timing and trends in stock market success.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Wednesday, February 12, 2025

Morning Market Outlook 02112025

In today’s stock market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reports that stock index futures and gold are trading lower, while crude oil and natural gas are moving higher. Monday’s trading saw inside days across major US indices, indicating market indecision. The US dollar index moved up, while bond yields saw slight gains. Bitcoin remains range-bound between 93.75 and 106.25, awaiting a breakout. Among sectors, energy is back on a buy signal, while utilities and real estate hold steady. Financials and healthcare show signs of weakness, and consumer discretionary remains on a sell signal.

In Canada, major indices surged, led by energy and materials. Gold and copper saw strong gains, while silver lagged. Crude oil nears a buy signal, and natural gas remains bullish. Whiteside emphasizes the importance of market timing, urging viewers to stay informed. He closes with a reminder to like, comment, share, and subscribe for more updates.

Stephen Whiteside
TheUpTrend.com
Tuesday, February 11, 2025