On Friday, the S&P 500 was the highest since mid-December - will the short-term uptrend continue?
The S&P 500 index gained 2.28% on Friday, as investors reacted to better-than-expected monthly jobs data release. The broad stock market’s gauge broke above its recent trading range, and it went to its highest since Dec. 15, as the daily high was at 3,906.19.
The broad stock market is expected to open 0.5% higher this morning, so stock prices will likely extend their short-term advance. There may be selling pressure and some profit-taking action as the market gets closer to the resistance level of around 3,920-3,930, marked by the previous local lows, as we can see on the daily chart:
Futures Contract Trades Along 3,930
Let’s take a look at the hourly chart of the S&P 500 Futures contract. It is slightly extending a short-term advance this morning after breaking above the 3,900 level. The next resistance level is at 3,950-4,000, among others.
Conclusion
Stock prices are expected to extend their Friday gains this morning. We may see a profit-taking action at some point. However, the market broke above its recent trading range, and it looks bullish in the short term.
Investors will be waiting for tomorrow’s Fed Chief Powell speech, the Consumer Price Index release on Thursday, and the quarterly corporate earnings season. We will have reports from the banking sector on Friday before market open.
* * * * *
The information above represents analyses and opinions of Paul Rejczak & Sunshine Profits' associates only. As such, it may prove wrong and be subject to change without notice. At the time of writing, we base our opinions and analyses on facts and data sourced from respective essays and their authors. Although formed on top of careful research and reputably accurate sources, Paul Rejczak and his associates cannot guarantee the reported data's accuracy and thoroughness. The opinions published above neither recommend nor offer any securities transaction. Mr. Rejczak is not a Registered Securities Advisor. By reading his reports you fully agree that he will not be held responsible or liable for any decisions you make regarding any information provided in these reports. Investing, trading and speculation in any financial markets may involve high risk of loss. Paul Rejczak, Sunshine Profits' employees, affiliates as well as their family members may have a short or long position in any securities, including those mentioned in any of the reports or essays, and may make additional purchases and/or sales of those securities without notice.