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This morning’s update from *TheUpTrend.com* highlights a mixed pre-market environment. Tesla is down sharply, while gold, crude oil, and Bitcoin are showing notable strength. Major indexes — from the Vanguard Total Market ETF to the TSX — remain trapped within recent trading ranges. Stephen Whiteside emphasizes the markets’ indecision and the need for a breakout before any clear trend emerges. In the crypto sector, Bitcoin is holding key psychological support near $100,000, while major crypto stocks such as Bitfarm, Hut 8, and Galaxy have slipped back onto sell signals.

In commodities, crude oil and gasoline are climbing higher, boosting energy stocks like Imperial Oil and Halliburton. Gold and gold miners are rebounding from intraday lows, led by Kinross and Newmont Mining. Whiteside closes with a cautionary note about record-high margin debt and historically overbought conditions that could foreshadow a market correction. Despite warning signals, short-term momentum remains mixed, with likely selling in New York and buying in Toronto as commodities lift Canadian markets.

Stephen Whiteside

Thursday, October 23, 2025

This morning’s market update highlights a quiet start in the U.S. futures market ahead of major earnings reports, including Tesla. Gold and Bitcoin are trading lower, with gold testing critical support near the $4,000 level. Gold and silver stocks were the weakest performers on Tuesday, dragging down the TSX and TSX 60 indexes. Key mining names such as Newmont, Barrick, and Kinross posted sharp declines, reflecting the broader weakness in the precious metals sector.

In U.S. markets, the major index ETFs — including the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 — remain range-bound, unable to break out to new highs. The VIX pulled back modestly, indicating low volatility. While the semiconductor and Magnificent Seven ETFs show resilience, they’ve yet to achieve new highs. The overall outlook points to continued weakness in gold and silver, and potential follow-through to the TSX, while U.S. markets remain stable but indecisive.

Stephen Whiteside

Wednesday, October 22, 2025

In Tuesday morning’s market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reports that U.S. stock index futures are mixed, commodities and Bitcoin are trading lower, and no major economic data is expected due to the U.S. government closure. Crude oil remains weak, holding support near $56.25, while natural gas is back on a buy signal. Gold made a new intraday high but is giving back gains. Monday’s trading brought several short-term buy signals for the S&P 500 and the Vanguard Total Market ETF, though overall market direction remains range-bound. The VIX declined but stayed on a buy signal, while Bitcoin and related stocks like Hive faced renewed selling pressure.

In the U.S. most actives, Apple and Tesla helped lift the market, with Apple nearing its next target of $265.63. Other notable movers included Ford and Cleveland Cliffs, both gaining strength, while Plug Power and Reggetti sit on the edge of new sell signals. Canadian market leaders showed little change, with continued weakness in energy stocks like Suncor and Whitecap, and telecom giant TELUS remaining under pressure. Whiteside closes by reminding viewers to follow the trend and visit TheUpTrend.com for more insights on market timing.

Stephen Whiteside

Tuesday, October 21, 2025

Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com provides a calm start to the trading week, noting a quiet Monday with stock index futures and commodities slightly higher. He reviews gold’s recent movement, which hit a new high followed by a bearish reversal, and highlights that the broader market remains in a consolidation phase. The Vanguard Total Market ETF continues to trade sideways, suggesting investors are waiting for a breakout above last week’s high or below last week’s low to signal the next major move.

Despite mild pre-market strength, both short- and long-term indicators remain bearish until the VIX closes below key thresholds. Whiteside also reviews cryptocurrency markets, noting Bitcoin’s recent lows and outlining sell signal levels for various crypto-related stocks such as Bitfarms, Coinbase, and Galaxy Digital. He concludes by reminding viewers to watch for potential signals later in the day and encourages them to like, comment, and subscribe for ongoing stock market timing insights.

Stephen Whiteside

Monday, October 20, 2025

In this Friday morning market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reviews weekly and daily charts to assess market direction heading into the weekend. The VIX has risen sharply, signaling growing investor fear, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq remain within last week’s trading range. Semiconductors continue to lead the market higher, while financials—particularly regional banks—are under pressure. In Canada, the TSX is holding firm, supported by gold stocks and strong performance in mining, even as energy lags behind.

On the daily side, gold and silver continue to surge, while crude oil and natural gas extend their declines, weighing on the energy sector. Bitcoin has broken below key support levels, and volatility remains elevated. Whiteside reviews active stocks on both the TSX and U.S. markets, noting multiple sell signals and mixed trends. He closes by reminding viewers to stay alert as volatility increases and encourages members to check back Sunday evening for his next update.

Stephen Whiteside

Friday, October 17, 2025

In Thursday’s market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com reports that U.S. stock index futures, gold, and crude oil were trading higher in the pre-market, while Bitcoin was lower. The Philadelphia Fed Manufacturing Index and delayed crude oil inventories are key data points today. U.S. indices remain range-bound since last Friday, though the Canadian market and mining sectors—especially gold, silver, and uranium—have broken out to new highs. Small-cap and venture stocks in Canada also hit new highs, signaling broader market strength.

Despite positive momentum in some areas, the VIX remains elevated, showing that volatility hasn’t eased significantly. Commodities like copper are mixed, while gold and silver continue to climb. Energy remains weak, with natural gas and Canadian energy stocks under pressure. Among the Magnificent Seven, Alphabet and Broadcom are on buy signals, while others remain on sell signals. Whiteside concludes that Thursday’s open may bring more buying, but volatility is likely to persist.

Stephen Whiteside

Thursday October 16, 2025

In Wednesday’s market update, Stephen Whiteside from TheUpTrend.com discusses a positive turnaround in global markets, with stock index futures, gold, crude oil, and Bitcoin all trading higher. Financial earnings, particularly from Bank of America, are lifting market sentiment, while key stocks such as NVIDIA and Tesla show mild pre-market gains after recent weakness. The Dow was supported by Walmart’s AI-driven surge, and the TSX saw a major rebound, driven by strength in materials and gold mining stocks, while energy and communication services lagged.

Whiteside highlights notable sector and stock performances, including strong moves in uranium companies like Cameco, Energy Fuels, and Denison Mines, as well as renewed buy signals across major U.S. bank ETFs. He notes standout gainers such as BlackRock, Citigroup, and Wells Fargo, along with active trading in Bitfarms on both U.S. and Canadian exchanges. The update concludes with a look at Bitcoin and crypto stocks, most of which remain resilient despite minor pullbacks. The overall tone points to renewed buying interest midweek, with investors eyeing potential breakouts and continued volatility.

Stephen Whiteside

Wednesday, October 15, 2025

In Tuesday’s pre-market update, Stephen Whiteside from **TheUpTrend.com** reviews market conditions following Friday’s sell-off. Despite early strength Monday, the day ended as an inside day across major U.S. indices including the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq. Tech stocks, particularly chipmakers like Broadcom, ON Semiconductor, and Micron, showed relative strength, while gold and silver continued to rise—potentially signaling underlying financial stress. Bitcoin remained flat, and volatility (VIX) stayed elevated, reflecting ongoing uncertainty.

Stephen advises caution, noting that any new buy signals should be ignored for now as market risk remains high in October. The Canadian market is expected to play catch-up after Monday’s U.S. trading, especially in energy and financials, both of which remain weak. With crude oil and natural gas under pressure and major financials like BlackRock, JPMorgan, and Goldman Sachs reporting earnings, traders should stay defensive and patient, as the broader trend still points lower.

Stephen Whiteside

Tuesday, October 14, 2025

Markets experienced widespread sell signals on Friday, confirming the long-anticipated expansion in volatility that traders had been expecting since late summer. The S&P 500 and other major U.S. indices erased recent gains, returning to levels last seen in mid-September. The VIX surged more than 30%, signaling a major shift from a bullish to a bearish long-term outlook. Stephen Whiteside compared the move to the prelude of the 1987 crash but emphasized that Friday’s drop was not nearly as severe.

In both U.S. and Canadian markets, sectors such as energy, financials, and banks moved back onto sell signals, while gold stocks and semiconductors showed relative strength. Canadian markets remain somewhat stronger, supported by metals and utilities. Whiteside advised traders to act on new sell signals and long-term investors to remain patient until more evidence confirms a true trend reversal.

Stephen Whiteside

Sunday, October 12, 2025