Setups

S&P 500 needs to prove hold at key level -- or else

Rod David
March 14, 2013
The S&P 500 stock index passed one test, but the post-setup action will determine if price holds or gives way.

Opening stock market surge creates cushion for bulls

Rod David
October 1, 2012
The stock market's strong open on Monday created a buffer zone for bulls, but key technical setups are critical for follow through.

Strong open for stocks resolves lower by close

Rod David
December 5, 2011
Stock market technical review and look ahead to key patterns for the next day's trading.

Stock pattern setups for Friday's trading

Rod David
December 29, 2011
Stock market technical review and look ahead to key patterns for the upcoming trading session.

Can stock indexes keep up the optimism?

Rod David
November 28, 2011
Rod David reviews the technical situation in stock indexes and highlights key setups.

Failed setups: Inverse predictive power

Richard L. Muehlberg
January 31, 2010
In trading, inverse predictive power can help if setups fail.