In Tuesday’s pre-market update, Stephen Whiteside reviews U.S. and Canadian markets, noting U.S. index ETFs approaching major round-number resistance levels while the Nasdaq remains constrained by an unfilled October gap. Volatility (VIX) is testing key resistance, which could turn bearish if broken. Commodities were mixed, with crude oil and Bitcoin higher pre-market, while gold eased after recent strength.
Canada continued to outperform, with the TSX making new highs led by materials, mining, and energy. Precious metals saw strong moves Monday, particularly silver and platinum, while energy stocks returned to buy signals. Stephen concludes that despite short-term resistance and potential reversals, multiple sectors remain in actionable trends, emphasizing disciplined stock market timing.
Stephen Whiteside
Tuesday, January 13, 2026
