Cautious Approach After Parabolic Rally: Exercise caution after the recent parabolic move; price needs to establish new levels for clear trading opportunities. Be prepared for choppy, unpredictable action or a pullback.
Reduced Position Size: Limit risk exposure on Monday by trading only a partial position (approximately 20% of previous profits).
Focus on Supports and Demand: Target 5124 and 5113 as primary support zones for potential longs. If 5096 fails, consider the bull flag pattern invalidated and anticipate a deeper pullback. Remain patient until at least the 5052 level before considering new long entries.
Bull Case:
Trend Continuation: The bull market remains in control. Focus on the 5123-5113 and 5096 support zones. Holding above these levels could lead to a consolidation phase (5113-5150) before pushing higher towards 5163, 5183-86, and ultimately 5225.
Adding on Strength (Cautiously): Look for opportunities to add to positions in potential pullbacks or flags that develop off the 5134 area.
Bear Case:
Breakdown Below 5113-5123: A decisive break below these support levels signals a shift in momentum. Consider shorts on failed bounces at 5123/5113, targeting a move down the levels. Use disciplined profit-taking.
Top News for March 4, 2024
Stock Market Rally Continues: The S&P 500 continues to make new all-time highs in 2024, with February's performance marking an impressive 5.34% gain. Year-to-date, the index boasts a strong 7.11% total return.
Optimism Around a Soft Landing: Investor confidence in the Federal Reserve achieving a soft landing for the U.S. economy is growing.
Positive Earnings Results: Fourth-quarter earnings surpassed expectations, demonstrating corporate resilience to rising costs and high-interest rates.
Federal Reserve and Interest Rate Updates: The bond market anticipates only a 3.0% chance of a Fed rate cut in March. However, a 66.1% chance exists for a cut of at least 25 basis points by June. The January CPI showed mixed results at 3.1% year-over-year, reflecting ongoing efforts to achieve a soft landing.
Tech Leaders Shine: Nvidia (NVDA) reported astonishing Q4 revenue growth of 265%, sending its stock prices soaring over 60% YTD.
Apple Faces EU Fine: The European Union imposed a fine of nearly $2 billion on Apple over preferential treatment of its music streaming service, Apple Music, compared to competitors like Spotify.
JetBlue and Spirit Merger Blocked: A court ruling has halted the planned merger between JetBlue and Spirit Airlines.
Winnebago Results Upcoming: Winnebago Industries will release its fiscal 2024 second-quarter financial results on March 21, 2024.
Market Outlook
Tech Sector Leads the Charge: Strong earnings and growth in technology stocks, especially within the AI sector, are fueling the market rally.
Historical Trends Offer Insights: Data suggests that a positive S&P 500 performance in January and February usually signals continued growth over the year, with an average return of 14.8%.
Other News Highlights:
Trump's Ballot Eligibility Restored: The Supreme Court has reinstated former President Donald Trump's eligibility to run in future elections.
Nikkei 225 Breaks New Ground: Japan's Nikkei 225 index climbed 0.5%, surpassing the 40,000 mark for the first time.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always consult with a professional financial advisor before making trading decisions.
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