Chris Vermeulen: Crash or Melt-Up? Markets at a Critical Tipping Point

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Aug 12, 2025

Chris Vermeulen, a technical analyst at The Technical Traders, specializes in helping investors avoid bear markets. He discusses the precarious state of the markets, debating whether stocks are headed for new highs or a downturn. Key topics include the 'Magnificent Seven' stocks masking market weakness and his forecast for gold and Bitcoin, potentially spiking to $136K. He emphasizes the need for strategic caution, especially for retirees, and warns of risks in oil and long-term investments amidst rising yields.

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INSIGHT

Market At A Technical Tipping Point

The market sits at a critical tipping point driven by a handful of megacap stocks while most stocks remain weak.
Chris Vermeulen waits on confirmed technical signals before re-entering to avoid being caught in a large corrective move.

INSIGHT

Mega Caps Mask Breadth Weakness

Index gains are largely Magnificent Seven-driven while underlying breadth is weak.
A handful of megacaps can mask systemic weakness across the broader market.

ADVICE

Follow Price With Clear Exit Rules

Follow clear price-based strategies with defined exit rules to avoid holding into major corrections.
Move to cash or defensive positions when technicals confirm a rollover and re-enter when a new uptrend is confirmed.

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