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Nasdaq Breakout Looks Like It May Finally Be Here

Published 06/30/2014, 03:30 AM
Updated 07/09/2023, 06:31 AM

There was only one index at the races on Friday. Strong volume action, and the close above 'Head' resistance, suggests the NASDAQ breakout has finally taken. The 'Bull Trap' hasn't totally been negated, but Friday's action put a big dent in it.

COMPQ Daily
The S&P 500 had the volume, and last week's action does suggest a consolidation handle which may have the makings of a breakout for this week.  The S&P did manage a positive test of its 20-day MA, which adds another tick to the probable upside breakout column.
SPX Daily
The Russell 2000 had a solid day, enough to confirm a swing low from last week and set up a challenge of the March swing high. Weakness early in the week may offer a buying opportunity.
RUT Daily
The Nasdaq 100 is about to come up against channel resistance, but since it's well ahead of the Nasdaq, S&P and Russell 2000 it will attract buying interest.
NDX Daily
Another trade opportunity can be found in the Semiconductor Index. The 20-day MA has been well defended so far and the chance of a 'bear trap' (a move above 638) remains high. Stops can go on decisive break of 20-day MA.
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So, a few opportunities to watch for on Monday: breakout continuance in the Nasdaq and Nasdaq 100, pullback opportunity in Russell 2000, or 'bear trap' in the semiconductor index.

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