Podcast: Next Week on Wall Street

Published: August 01, 2011 | 1:01 PM

This week investor fear rose as they watched our political leaders of the richest country in the history of the world debate the issue of borrowing another couple trillion dollars to meet our debt obligations. Why is this happening? It’s because as a country we haven’t figured out how to live within our means. Investors shouldn’t follow their lead but to learn what to do tune into Next Week on Wall Street.  

Markets Stage a Mini-Crash

Published: August 06, 2011 | 12:05 AM

This week Jerry discusses the mini crash in the market that happened on Thursday.  Stocks are technically broken, but that doesn’t mean that we can’t rally first.  The Fed makes an announcement on Tuesday and more Quantitative Easing may be in the cards or the market could be disappointed once again.  Earnings has taken a back seat to news out of Italy.  Find out more “Next Week on Wall Street.

A Record Week for Wall Street

Published: August 15, 2011 | 8:12 AM

Last week a discomfiting record was set on Wall Street as the market oscillated up and down more than 400 points four days in a row.  The whipsaw market action shattered investor confidence, sending waves of sell orders to the floor of the exchanges.  The economic numbers were mixed, but contagion fears are growing in Europe.  The final numbers on the week weren’t that bad had you missed the daily action.  There are some signs of hope.  Find out more Next Week on Wall Street.

The Stock Market is Broken

Published: August 21, 2011 | 9:25 PM

Stocks completed their second worst four week period since 1950!  The 700 point rally from the lows last week is now a memory.  Markets are retesting their lows and should they not hold another five to nine percent correction may be coming.  Investors would be wise to take precautions in this environment as we move into what is traditionally the worst month for market performance – September.  Learn more by tuning into Next Week on Wall Street.

Pressing Up Against Resistance

Published: August 30, 2011 | 9:58 AM

Markets had their first up week after four consecutive weeks of lower finishes.  The Fed put any new action on hold but left the door open to make an announcement after the next meeting in September.  The economic reports continue to show deterioration and nothing has been resolved in Europe.  The charts show clear support and resistance levels to indicate when investors should take action.  Get more on Next Week on Wall Street.

Markets Bounce From Bear Market Territory

Published: October 10, 2011 | 9:18 AM

This week the market fell into Bear Market Territory as they were at one point down more than 20% from their April peak.   Markets reversed course to finish higher for the week, but still weak none the less.  Economic reports are coming in better than expected but not anywhere near levels to create a sustained market rally.  Europe is talking about several plans to bail  out the banks and Greece.  We can only hope that third quarter earnings gives stocks the boost they need to stem the decline soon.  Find out more “Next Week on Wall Street.”

Timing is Everything

Published: October 17, 2011 | 8:28 AM

This week Jerry discusses the rapidly rising, low volume rally that the market has gone through in the last nine trading days.  Economic reports continue to be mixed and news out of Europe are more positive, but the details are noticeably missing.  Tech earnings have been nothing less than spectacular, but most of the earnings news is yet to come.  The major indices are right at resistance but seem poised to break out.  Find out more Next Week on Wall Street.

Europe Still Holding Court

Published: October 24, 2011 | 9:12 AM

This week Jerry discusses the back and forth action for stocks.  The world is distracted by the events in Europe to bail out their banks.  Corporate earnings and economic news is mixed.  This could be a case of “buy on the rumor and sell on the news.”  Markets are up against resistance and are at a crossroads.  Everyone is hoping for a year end rally, the market generally does not accommodate the masses.  We’ll know more Next Week on Wall Street.

Slusiewicz Podcast: Markets In Trouble

Published: November 25, 2011 | 10:15 AM

The major market indices have broken decisively to the downside and support appears to be lower still.  The reasons for the poor market performance are many.  Stocks have been down six days in a row and 7 of the last 8 trading days.  Is the worst over?  Find out more Next Week on Wall Street.  

Winds of Change

Published: December 05, 2011 | 10:47 AM

 This week markets staged a powerful rally from its oversold condition on news that the US Federal Reserve Bank is willing to be the lender of last resort to the European community.  All the details are not worked out, but for the time being any default is once again tabled at least until a later date.  This opens the door for a year end rally and many sectors are benefiting from this potential.  Find out more Next Week on Wall Street.

Markets Against Resistance

Published: December 12, 2011 | 10:39 AM

This week Jerry discusses the strong valuation of the US markets and the seasonal positive factors that are pressed against the negative winds from Europe and some other potentially difficult technical resistance patterns.  Jerry discusses the value of protection and the use of exit strategies in this environment as we hope for a strong finish to the year.  Find out more – Next Week on Wall Street. 

Waiting on Santa

Published: December 19, 2011 | 10:51 AM

This week Jerry lays out three scenarios for a yearend rally in stocks to occur.  In addition he covers some of the pitfalls which could derail this attempt.  Also discussed is the severe breakdown in gold and silver prices this week and the longer term implications for precious metals going forward.  Find out more on Next Week on Wall Street.   

The Holiday Rally

Published: December 23, 2011 | 10:52 AM

2011 Review – 2012 Preview

Published: January 03, 2012 | 12:24 PM

This week Jerry reviews the major events of 2011 and gives his forecast for 2012.  This one may surprise you!  Find out more Next Week on Wall Street.

Starting Off Strong

Published: January 09, 2012 | 6:07 AM

The Beat Goes On

Published: January 23, 2012 | 10:13 AM

This week Jerry discusses the earnings season which goes into full bore next week.  Investors are focused on the stocks that beat expectations and seem to be giving a pass to those that miss.  All eyes will be on the speakers next week as The State of the Union is Tuesday.  The Fed announces on Wednesday with Bernanke chiming in after.  International investment leaders are meeting in Davos, Switzerland to discuss all that ails the financial world as well next week.  Plenty of action for this slightly overbought market which seems to be gaining steam every week.  A short term pullback would be healthy to allow for an even longer term run up in stock prices.  

* Jerry Slusiewicz is a Financial Advisor in Orange County California.  Recommendations given may not be suitable for everyone.  Check with your advisor before making any investments.

 

Time for Protection

Published: January 30, 2012 | 1:11 PM

This week Jerry discusses the markets great performance since October and the fact that this has been the best January in 25 years. Rather than popping champagne Jerry gives several reasons to be cautious in the coming weeks.  He also discusses the Fed’s game changing announcement from Wednesday and how that will affect gold prices going forward.  Finally he reviews all the top economic and earnings news coming- Next Week on Wall Street.

Markets Continue Higher

Published: February 21, 2012 | 10:37 AM

This week Jerry discusses the markets continuing low volume, low volatility rise.  With earnings season and economic news lightening up after Monday’s holiday – the markets will take their cues most likely from actions from Europe.  This and more Next Week on Wall Street.  * Jerry Slusiewicz is a Financial Advisor in Orange County California.  Recommendations given may not be suitable for everyone.  Check with your advisor before making any investments.  

The Inflation Trade is Back On

Published: February 27, 2012 | 9:35 AM

This week Jerry covers the fact that inflation is rearing its head again as gas, oil, gold, and silver are all breaking up and out again.  This can be witnessed at the gas pump by anyone.  He discusses the stock and bond market and gives his opinion of what’s in store for all these investments going forward Next Week on Wall Street.  

Markets at a Cross Road

Published: March 12, 2012 | 12:36 AM

This week Jerry discusses the excellent formation in the market that should serve observant investors well in the coming week.  The market took its first significant hit of the year on Tuesday and has rallied almost back to the year highs on lower volume.  Should the major market indices break down it would be a great time to lock in some profits.  Should the markets clear the previous highs that would indicate that this bull market is not yet dead.  In addition Jerry covers the Greek debt default swap, the jobs numbers, and baseball – All Next Week on Wall Street.

One Final Push

Published: March 25, 2012 | 10:55 PM

This week Jerry reviews the strength of the market as we head into the final week of the quarter.  He highlights reasons why the market may have one final push higher before reality hits in early April.  This and more Next Week on Wall Street.  * Jerry Slusiewicz is a Financial Advisor in Orange County California.  Recommendations given may not be suitable for everyone.  Check with your advisor before making any investments.

Second Quarter Preview

Published: April 01, 2012 | 7:39 PM

This week Jerry reviews the nice run that the market made in the first quarter but also outlines his thoughts going forward for the second quarter.  You don’t want to miss this Next Week on Wall Street.