Energy Is Hot Right Now

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Energy Is Hot Right Now

Energy is hot right now, and EQT has opened the door for us with a Rounded Bottom Breakout pattern. The gap a few days ago on heavy volume has now presented us with a Flag pattern sitting on price support and the 50-SMA. A bullish flag breakout could fuel EQT into the $57.00 plus area or 13-15%. We will cover more details about stops and entries in the HRC trading room. Live Members Morning Prep starting at 8:45 AM Est. With Steve Risner and Rick Saddler at 9:10 am this morning. members morning briefing

ADM 41% • IWM 13% • SHLD 57% • FOSL 11% • IWM 49% • CVEO 29% • GE 11% • ANF 56% • CREE 51% • FLO 3% • VXX 6% • CAT 39% • TWTR 50% • FEYE 28% • OCN 39% • TWTR 54% • QQQ 28% • QQQ 179% • TWTR 180% • VXX 375% VIPS 118% • WTW 21.9% •

Event Calendar

SPY • A Big Week Ahead

AAPL reports tonight, and today the Feds start their 2-day meeting. Yesterday the SPY closed below the very important $265.00 line which gave the sellers more of an edge if the buyers can’t bring us back over the $265.00 the resent low area and more will likely get tested, $261.50 t0 $259.95. I know this chop go nowhere trading is getting aggravating and is tuff to trade at times. Price is getting close to a pivot point in the current triangle pattern, a break one way or the other is likely. For the past few weeks, I have heard predictions in favor of the buyers and favor to sellers. The truth is “Predictions” is a dangerous game to get into but when the market is directionless more and more predictions are made. Sometime we must stand back and wait to see the direction the wind is blowing. Overtrading never helps anyone.

The VXX chart is below the 50-SMA and sitting on the 200-SMA, the current candle price action has painted a Flag pattern.

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I have been a member of HRC for five years, RWO for three years. I applaud the efforts of all coaches Rick, Doug, Ed and Steve (also fellow members) in helping me become a better trader than I was starting out and I am still learning. Doug reinforces the “Price is King” mantra every day since we traders tend to forget it in the midst of finding the next ‘sure thing’ indicator. Rick, will make us sometimes answer our questions to foster the thinking and quicken the learning process. Over the years, I have been in many trading rooms. I am here to stay. This room and its members are the best. Period!

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Big Week of Data

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Big Week of Data

dataThe market faces a very big week of Economic data and earnings reports to keep traders on their toes.  On Wednesday we have an FOMC interest rate announcement and Friday the big Employment Situation report.  With all the rumors of slower sales, AAPL earnings will be the center of attention after the bell on Tuesday.  AAPL has a huge weighting in not only the QQQ but the DIA and SPY as well.  Suffice it to say if AAPL misses estimates the overall market will feel the impact.

With the DIA, SPY and QQQ’s still below the daily 50-simple-moving-average this week could be critical.  It could serve as the inspiration for Bulls the break-through resistance or give the Bears the energy to push the overall market lower.  Traders should prepare for an extra dose of price volatility this week as the market reacts to all this data.  Fast price action, intraday whipsaws, and big opening gaps that could create full-on reversals are definitely within the realm of possibility this week.  Plan your risk carefully and stay focused on price action clues.

On The Calendar

The Economic Calendar begins the last trading day of April three important reports.  At 8:30 AM Eastern Personal Income and Outlays should jump as much as 1.6 to 2.0 % hitting the FOMC’s price target according to consensus estimates.  Personal income is also expected to rise 0.4 percent.  The Chicago PMI at 9:45 AM expects a slight increase to 57.8 vs. the 57.4 reading in March.  Pending Home Sales comes out at 10:00 AM and expects a 1.0 percent increase in March to follow up the big 3.1 percent jump in February.  After that, we have the Dallas Fed Mfg Survey and three bound events which are not expected to move the market.

Action Plan

With so many Earnings and a calendar full of big economic data, this could be a week of big gaps and fast price action.  Futures currently point to a bullish open but let’s keep in mind that three of the four major indexes have significant resistance above.  Also, keep in mind with the big jump expected in Personal Income and Outlays report there is the possibility that interest rate fears could once again influence trading.

AAPL could be a big driving force this week, and all eye will be focused there after the bell on Tuesday.  Expect a big gap up or down Wednesday morning depending on the results.  The FOMC announcement on Wednesday afternoon with also have the market on edge not to mention the Friday Employment Situation report and well over 1000 companies reporting.  Volatility could become very challenging with whipsaws and morning gap reversals so plan your risk carefully.

Trade Wisely,

Doug

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BKD (RBB) Morning Star Breakout

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BKD (RBB) Morning Star Breakout

BKD has become an (RBB) pattern with a Morning Star Breakout. After a gap down in February, BKD has walked sideways for about 2-months. The Bullish Morning Star Broke out into a Rounded Bottom Bottom (RBB) Pattern Friday on good volume. With bullish follow-through BKD has a few swing target zones to consider up to about 30% in the (RBB) strategy. We will cover more details about stops and entries in the HRC trading room.

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ADM 41% • IWM 13% • SHLD 57% • FOSL 11% • IWM 49% • CVEO 29% • GE 11% • ANF 56% • CREE 51% • FLO 3% • VXX 6% • CAT 39% • TWTR 50% • FEYE 28% • OCN 39% • TWTR 54% • QQQ 28% • QQQ 179% • TWTR 180% • VXX 375% VIPS 118% • WTW 21.9% •

Event Calendar

SPY • A Big Week Ahead

Over 130 stocks report, and we hear from the FED’s this week.

Price has been trapped between the bearish red line and the bullish green line for some time now. Thursday and Friday were able to close and hold over the neutral $265 line. Price will be above the 3,8,17 pair this week; the question is will it hold? $267.80 followed by $269.10 will be important for the buyers to move past and the sellers would love to push us back through $265.00

AAPL reports Tuesday, just saying

Last week the VXX chart was not able to put much together, but it is not out of the game. Over $44.40 we could see game.5

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I have been a member of HRC for five years, RWO for three years. I applaud the efforts of all coaches Rick, Doug, Ed and Steve (also fellow members) in helping me become a better trader than I was starting out and I am still learning. Doug reinforces the “Price is King” mantra every day since we traders tend to forget it in the midst of finding the next ‘sure thing’ indicator. Rick, will make us sometimes answer our questions to foster the thinking and quicken the learning process. Over the years, I have been in many trading rooms. I am here to stay. This room and its members are the best. Period!

Fred Narielvala

 

Investing and Trading involve significant financial risk and is not suitable for everyone. No communication from Hit and Run Candlesticks Inc. is financial or trading advice. All information is intended for Educational Purposes Only. Terms of Service.

Rick Saddler is not a licensed financial adviser nor does he offer trade recommendations or advice to anyone except for the trading desk of Hit and Run Candlesticks Inc.

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Tightening Triangle Wedge

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Tightening Triangle Wedge

The SPY is trading below the 50-SMA and above the 200-SMA while in a tightening triangle wedge. The recent low-high and higher low has pushed the 50-SMA to a slight rise. Yesterday’s close above $265.00 was a win for the buyers, but danger still lurks with crossing the 50-SMA and our red downtrend line. We still feel caution and patience is the key to success in this crazy market. At the moment we are neither bullish or bearish, we are waiting for the breakout or the breakdown from the tightening triangle wedge.

49 Trade-Ideas Added to The Watchlist

Below you will find 49 that I have added to my watchlist. Some of these trade ideas are ready to fire off now, and some may take a few days. A well-educated swing trader knows what to do. Trading can be very rewarding and extremely risky. Remember all trade ideas are ONLY for your evaluation and consideration.

Symbols from TC2000

APRN, BEAT, AQMS, CDR, AZPN, AXS, KERX, IMMU, V, INSY, HD, PNK, ERX, P, UPS, DNR, ANF, AMZN, LL, AAOI, DRN, MA, CELG, CLNE, GLUU, AXAS, MRO, WTI, CREE, WIX, SOXX, STX, DVN, HAL, BURL, XRT, XLE, VDE, XOP, VRX, XCRA, OIH, EWM, CROX, FIVE, XLU, EL, SMTC, PTN

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Investing and Trading involve significant financial risk and is not suitable for everyone. No communication from Hit and Run Candlesticks Inc. is financial or trading advice. All information is intended for Educational Purposes Only. Terms of Service.

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Strong Earnings performance.

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Strong Earnings performance.

earningsA slight decline in rates coupled with strong earnings performance gave the bulls want they needed to recover a good deal of the Tuesday sell-off.  While the relief rally produces some very nice profits for us, we must recognize the significant resistance that lies above on the DIA, SPY, and QQQ.  With the GDP expected to show a decline in the 1st quarter the bull may find it difficult to drive higher ahead of the weekend.  Even if the numbers come in better than expected, it would not be out of the question to see some profit-taking after the 2-day Dow rally of nearly 500 points.  Also, keep in mind there are 100 companies reporting earnings today, so continue to expect fast price action and watch for the possibility of reversal with such strong resistance above.

On the Calendar

We get things going on the calendar with the very important GDP report at 8:30 AM Eastern.  According to forecasters, the GDP should come in at 2.0 for the first estimate of the 1st quarter vs. 2.9 in the 4th quarter.  Consumer spending is expected to sharply decline to a 1.1% rate vs. the very strong 4.0% from the 4th quarter.  The GDP price index is expected slightly higher at 2.4%.  Also at 8:30 AM, the Employment Cost Index, is also expected to tick higher to 0.7% for the 4th quarter reading vs. 0.6% in the 3rd quarter of last year.  Consumer Spending comes out at 10:00 AM expects a decline to 98.0 vs. the 101.4 reading in March which was a 14-year high.  The Oil Rig count come out at 1:00 PM and Fram Prices at 3:00 PM but are not expected to move the market.

The Earnings Calendar now shows 100 companies that will report today to close our a huge week of earnings.  However, don’t relax just yet because next week is also a very big week on the earnings calendar.  Keep checking and stay on your toes.

Action Plan

With such a nice rally yesterday I would love to sound the all-clear siren, but the truth is all we have done to this point is to rally back into a zone of resistance.  After making significant strides to recover the Bulls now face a tough level of price resistance and the 50-day moving average.  Great earnings out of AMZN, INTC, and MSFT after the bell may offer some help, but currently, the Futures markets are pointing to a lower open.

Lately, Friday’s have experienced profit taking as traders the get out the way before the weekend.  With Economic reports, this morning expected to show a weakening of consumers in the 1st quarter the bulls may find it challenging to push higher.  Of course, with 100 companies expected to report today, we should expect this week’s bumpy ride to continue.  Watch for clues of reversal and have a plan to respond.  Have a wonderful weekend!

Trade Wisely,

Doug

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In case of a Bullish Market

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In case of a Bullish Market

Today’s Date April 26, 2018

In case of a bullish market in the next week or so I have 26 stocks I am adding to my watchlist. I hope you find them helpful. Remember to plan the trade and let the entry come to you.

Rick

Symbols from TC2000
APRN
BEAT
AQMS
AZPN
AXS
KERX
IMMU
V
INSY
HD
PNK
P
UPS
DNR
AMZN
LL
AAOI
MA
CELG
GLUU
AXAS
MRO
WTI
DVN
HAL
VRX

Trade Alert

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Good Afternoon team.

Remember everyone INTC reports today after the bell.  I you don’t feel comfortable holding through earnings then plan to close the position for a small gain.  However, if you are interested in holding the position you could consider buying an out of the money May Put to hedge the position.  Think of it as insurance.  If INTC moves up after earnings sell the Put in the morning at the open.  If it goes down there will be further instructions tomorrow.

New Trade Idea

XLU is breaking out today in an RBB type pattern.  I would not expect this to be a fast mover so we want to give it plenty of time.  Consider the June or the July 49 Call for a straight directional trade. Consider an initial stop at $50.00.  If the ETF moves up for us we my looking at selling calls against the position at a later date.

Doug

Remember all trade ideas are for your evaluation and consideration.