Futures Edge Show: Finance Unfiltered with Jim Iuorio and Bob Iaccino Why Technical Analysis Matters in a Volatile Market
With so much volatility in the stock market, technical analysis is essential in understanding market movements and making informed decisions. Mike Arnold of Path Trading Partners returns for this monthly technical analysis segment on the Futures Edge show to discuss the idea of an emergency rate cut and the possibility of a recession. He looks into the technical analysis of the S&P, NASDAQ, and Russell indices, discussing critical support and resistance levels and potential patterns. They cover topics such as the rotation trade between the Nasdaq and the Russell, the outlook for gold, and the chart analysis of Pfizer. Jim and Bob touch on the possibility of government intervention to prop up the market before the election. They also touch on the role of government in healthcare and the importance of independent journalism.
Takeaways
Sell-offs in the market can be beneficial in weeding out weak companies and creating opportunities for stronger ones.
Government intervention to prop up the market before the election is a possibility.
Gold is seen as a defensive asset and has long-term bullish potential. Short-term levels to watch are $23.75 and $28, with a potential pullback to the $23-23.15 range.
Pfizer is viewed as a defensive stock that could survive an upswing. Key support levels to watch are $28 and $27.60.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Discussion on Recent Volatility
06:14 The Importance of Sell-Offs and Pruning in the Market
08:27 Technical Analysis of the S&P, NASDAQ, and Russell Indices
21:00 Government Intervention and the Election's Impact on the Market
28:11 The Rotation Trade: Nasdaq vs. Russell
33:46 Gold Outlook: Short-term Levels and Long-term Potential
44:24 Chart Analysis: Pfizer as a Defensive Stock
46:03 The Role of Government in Healthcare
50:29 Appreciation for Independent Journalism and Honest Opinions