High Yields new message is…

High Yields new message is…

On July the 15th I shared in the chart below (see post here) that high yields had created a series of higher lows, reflecting relative strength, yet the 500 had created a series of lower lows. As I shared in that post, the relative strength message of the high yields...
Taking it easy with Homebuilders…

Taking it easy with Homebuilders…

At the opening on 8/27, this post suggested to buy the Homebuilders ETF (XHB) with a stop on a break of support. Yesterday the 500 index had a good day gaining 1.66%.  XHB reflected great relative strength, gaining 2.90%. The pattern in XHB is a very positive one!  ...
Utilities…

Utilities…

Some investors and investment managers always want to keep some money in the markets.  Others are looking for a little yield in this low interest rate environment.  Utilities of late are reflecting relative strength on an upside breakout. Even if you feel you must be...
Open Positions and Breakouts…

Open Positions and Breakouts…

With today’s rally the 500 index remains close to flat on the year…other assets though can share a different story.  I have been posting suggestions on dshort.com for the past 6 months. For those new to this blog, I wanted to update the readers...
Chile is Hot!

Chile is Hot!

Chile ETF (ECH) is reflecting relative strength compared to the Emerging Markets ETF (EEM). ECH is up almost 20% more  than EEM YTD. Nice breakout is taking place above resistance at (3). Pick up this relative strength ETF with a stop on a break below support...