Daily Big Picture – Key Indices Consolidate As Bull Case Still Holds Some Water

Today’s Action:

After starting the day flat, benchmark indices ended the day with modest gains; however, broader indices extended their gains.

Daily Market Review:

Key indices traded flat for most hours in today’s trading session. However, some spurt in trading volume, during the last hour, helped the indices to extend their gains. Broader Indices outperformed the benchmark indices. Continue reading “Daily Big Picture – Key Indices Consolidate As Bull Case Still Holds Some Water”

A Stock Stays Sideways After You Buy It: How Long Should You Wait?

“A picture, they say, is worth a thousand words. But to the successful investor, a picture in the form of a stock chart is worth a lot more. And not just in words.” ” – William J. O’Neil, MarketSmith Founder

 The toughest challenge in investing is managing the grey areas properly. The grey areas are like fog. Clarity takes time to unfurl.

Imagine a stock you have been watching for a long time breaks out in strong volume. You buy some shares. Continue reading “A Stock Stays Sideways After You Buy It: How Long Should You Wait?”