Sector Exchange: What Opportunities are Being Created?

Published: October 20, 2008 | 9:30 AM

This week we delve into the bottoming process and the opportunities it is creating. Jim gives his long term entry points for dollar-cost-averaging back into the market as well as the short term entry points and targets on the S&P 500, 600, NASDAQ and DJIA. Volatility remains an issue for the broad markets so remain patient and pick your spots with discipline.

Sector Exchange: Markets Bounce Back

Published: December 08, 2008 | 9:39 AM

The bounce back from the selling last Monday opens the door for a short term rally. The broad market is now trying to gain upside momentum. This week, Jim covers the four sectors that could lead the charge. Don't miss this week's fast-paced edition of Sector Exchange.

Sector Exchange: Impacts and Opportunities

Published: December 15, 2008 | 2:03 PM

Wow – no bailout for the automakers! Not to worry the White House is on the job. This week’s podcast covers the impact bailouts are having on market psyche. In addition, the global markets got a boost from the declining dollar so we take a look this week at the country specific ETFs that stand to benefit along with the opportunities present in the varioussectors.

Sector Exchange: Looking for the Catalyst

Published: December 22, 2008 | 11:04 AM

The market bumps up against resistance looking for the next catalyst to continue this three-week uptrend. Recent Fed intervention has helped, but investors are still reticent to move in. Jim covers the two sectors showing signs of breaking higher, and two sectors that are pulling the markets down. Listen to Sector Exchange to gain insight on where we go from here.

Sector Exchange: Reality Sinking In

Published: December 29, 2008 | 10:03 AM

Why the renewed doom and gloom over the economic picture facing the US? The more analysts and investors look at the facts the harder it becomes to find something positive. This compounding reality is sinking in across the board and this past week was no different. Despite the fact it was shorten trading week and Christmas, the sentiment shifted to the “Grinch Who Stole Hope.”

Sector Exchange: A Solid Start to the New Year

Published: January 05, 2009 | 11:45 AM

The market jumps out to a solid start to the New Year as energy takes the lead and crude pushes higher. The question marks are still many relative to the economy and questionable investor sentiment. Jim takes a look at the major sectors and the probability of moving higher off of last week’s breakout.

Sector Exchange: Long Term Perspective

Published: January 19, 2009 | 9:30 AM

Financials lead the broad markets lower along with shaky earnings. This week, Jim covers the impact of the downside move to the sectors short-term. Technical support kicked in resulting in a bounce, but there is still plenty of work to do to restore confidence and momentum. This week he also takes a look at the longer term perspective and the variables present for any longer term bullish trend.

Sector Exchange: Looking Ahead to This Week's Trading

Published: February 16, 2009 | 2:00 PM

The promise of a comprehensive plan for the financial markets from the Treasury Secretary disappoints. However, the rumor of subsidizing mortgages saves us from breaking below support. Jim covers all of the news impacting the sectors and how the markets faired. Most importantly, he covers how this week of trading looks relative to all the relevant data uncovered last week. Start your week with Jim and get a jump on this week's trading. 

Sector Exchange: Managing the Risk of Your Money

Published: March 30, 2009 | 10:19 AM

The broad market indices are up nearly 25% since the March 9th bottom and that bodes well for a pullback. This week, we cover four sectors showing signs of topping and three sectors showing strength. Money management is a vital component of any successful strategy. Jim focuses on important support levels and using stops should the market decide to test the recent lows.  

Sector Exchange: Solid Week of Gains

Published: April 06, 2009 | 9:01 AM

The market follows through with the fourth consecutive up week. Investors are either gaining confidence in the outlook or fearful of missing out on the rally. There is more than likely a little of both. My word of warning for the current move in process is enjoy what the market gives as long as it is willing to move higher. Join me this week as I discuss how to protect your gains.

Sector Exchange: Up? Down? Consolidate?

Published: May 18, 2009 | 11:06 AM

NASDAQ breaks nine week win streak and market tests first level of support. It’s decision time, which means looking at your portfolio and evaluating your risk relative to the current market conditions.  Where do we go from here? Is there opportunity looking forward?  Jim spends time this week discussing the issues facing the markets and reviewing the ten major sectors along with the S&P 500 index. Take time to join him on this week’s podcast exclusively here on greenfaucet.com.  

Sector Exchange: Trading Ranges Tighten

Published: June 15, 2009 | 9:30 AM

Listen this week as Jim shares 8 things he believes could be impacting the market fundamentally.

Sector Exchange: Earnings Take Center Stage

Published: July 13, 2009 | 12:45 PM

The S&P 500 index remains above support at 875, barely.  Broad markets gave up 2% last week on low volume and negative sentiment. However, earnings take center stage and we start with two key sectors. Early in the week is technology followed by financials. Both will play a key role in deciding on direction. Technology starts with semiconductors which were the leading component and Financials start with big banks. Jim, discusses each sector and the potential impact they have on the broad markets. He covers all 10 major sectors as well and give key levels to watch on each.  Take time to listen to this week's podcast to gain perspective and insight into the coming trading week.  

 

Sector Exchange: Concerns in the Economy

Published: August 04, 2009 | 10:07 AM

This week we look at three major concerns facing the U.S. economy. Take time to listen as Jim reviews the major indices as well as the leading sectors. We are seeing shift towards global growth leading the U.S. for a change and this could be the catalyst to a continuation of the current uptrend. We review many of the country specific ETFs and take a look at which could lead the global markets.

Sector Exchange: S&P 500 Breaks 1030 – Takng Next Step Higher?

Published: September 14, 2009 | 10:28 AM

The S&P 500 index Bounced back above the August high and is set to take the next step. The NASDAQ was the biggest winner bouncing 120 points from the August low of 1960. The uptrend remains intact with the move leaving investors confused on direction. Why? The number of analyst who continue to state the market is overbought and overdue for a pullback. Regardless the upside remains in play and the next leg up is now the primary question mark for how high and how long. Jim spends time reviewing the 10 sectors of the S&P 500 on who's leading, who's lagging and where we stand on the push higher. Be sure to listen to this week's podcast and gain perspective and insight into the coming trading week.