FTSE FT 100 TR
The FTSE FT100 TR (UKX) ended the week down by -0.38%. For the coming week, we could see a consolidation between 7.400 - 7.350 to then move higher.
Indicators
The substantial lateralization of the FTSE index continues in the wide area between 7.300 - 7.600 and we believe the rebound on the support at 7.300 is very positive for a short-medium term scenario.
For the coming week we could expect a consolidation followed by a push to the upside. Specifically, the index could slightly lateralize in the 7.350 area to then head to a break of the current resistance level.
MACD and RSI both signal a recovery in strength, with the former intending to reverse to the upside and the RSI which, after breaking the bearish trendline, back-tested it on Thursday.
We remain positive on the British index and in favor of a break of the 7,450 level.
Support at 7.300
Resistance at 7.450
FTSEMIB
The FTSE MIB Net Total Return (Lux) had a week up by + 0.19%. The week ahead could see a consolidation between 23.250 - 24.600 followed by a move to the upside.
Indicators
Overall, positive weekly price action in a short-medium term scenario was had. The fact that the index is consolidating near the strong bearish trendline is viewed as a promising factor, expecting its upcoming break.
MACD and RSI seem to favor a bullish push of the index, with the first close to an upward reversal and the second on 50 line (bullish). Both indicators are also respecting the series of rising lows that began in March 2022.
The slight contraction of the Bollinger® Bands, combined with a slight upside reversal of the 50MA (yellow line) suggests strong short-term volatility.
We are positive on the FTSEMIB and believe that a consolidation above 24.250 could then lead to bigger upside.
Support at 22.900
Resistance at 24.250
DAX 40
The DAX ended the week down by -0.33%. For the week ahead, we are in favor of a consolidation between 13.800 -14.050 followed by a move to the upside.
Indicators
In the short-medium term, we believe the break and slight consolidation above the bearish trendline in place since the beginning of 2022 is a very positive signal.
MACD and RSI appear to support a bullish recovery in the DAX, with the former near a bullish cross and the latter very close to breaking the 50 line (bullish).
It is still too early to understand if the index will be able to break the resistance level (as well as the 50MA) and reverse to the upside. A scenario like those occurring on Mar. 29, Apr. 21, and May 5 is still possible.
At the same time, we believe that the greatest difference between this price action and those past lies in the RSI. The indicator exited the oversold area and broke the bearish trendline in existence since March 2022, which did not happened on previous occasions.
In addition, with this week we can now see a slight upside reversal of the 50MA—further positive indicator.
We are positive on the DAX and in favor of a possible short to medium term upside reversal.
Support at 13.600
Resistance at 14.050
S&P 500
The S&P 500 had a week down by -3.05%. For the week ahead, we are in favor of a recovery to at least 4.090.
Indicators
Despite a further week of declines on the S&P 500, we believe that the index is trying to gain support to begin a short-medium term recovery.
MACD and RSI are both very extended to the downside with the latter in positive divergence with the price action, a divergence that comes after a series of strong bearish candles at the end of the week. We consider this to be a very positive factor.
As also pointed out the previous week, we believe that the S&P 500 is now strongly extended to the downside, shifting its risk/reward in favor of long positions.
The short-term target is 4.150, the break of which could then bring the index to 4.300 in the medium term.
Support at 3.850
Resistance at 4.150
NASDAQ 100
The NASDAQ ended the week down by -2.90%. For the week ahead, we see a consolidation between 11.900 - 12.200 followed by a possible push to the upside.
Indicators
Despite another bearish week, we believe that the index may soon begin a slow upward recovery. The price action of the week just ended continues to be above the bearish trendline which we believe to be a positive indicator. Further confirmation will be given by the break of the 9MA (red line) at 12.200.
MACD and RSI are both very extended to the downside, which makes us shift the risk/reward ratio in favor of possible price recovery and trend reversals.
We highlight a positive divergence between RSI and price which, given the strong bearish candle on a weekly basis, makes us lean towards a possible short-term recovery.
Still, on the RSI, another factor to monitor is the backtest just carried out on the bearish trendline, despite a new low price reported on Friday.
The price action on the trendline combined with the bearish extension of internal indicators make us remain positive on the NASDAQ and in favor of a price recovery with a short-term target of 13,000 (important breaking point)
Support at 11.500
Resistance at 13.000
Dow Jones
Dow Jones Industrial Average had a week down by -2.90%. For the week ahead, we expect a short-term recovery to at least 32.800
Indicators
The index is still looking for a support that can lead to a short-term bullish recovery. The area between 31,600 and 30,600 could serve as a consolidation as happened at the beginning of 2021.
MACD and RSI are now very extended to the downside, which makes us lean towards a recovery in strength of the index and bullish price action in the short term. A slight positive divergence between price and RSI should be underlined as a positive indicator for the short-medium term.
In the terms of price confirmation, we are seeking a break of the 9MA (red line) at 32.000.
We are positive on the DJI and we believe that once the support has been found, the recovery can be very fast. The trend still remains bearish and it is precisely in these cases that a strong bear market rally can be held, given also the considerable distance from the 50MA (yellow line).
Support at 30.600
Resistance 33.000