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Options Activity Alert: Bullish Activity Detected in Square

Options Activity Alert: Bullish Activity Detected in Square

Square (SQ) has gone nowhere for months, but options traders seem to be keeping the faith. Unusual call volume was detected yesterday in the fintech company run by Jack Dorsey, with two distinct transactions occurring. First, investors amassed more than 15,000 28-May...

The Nasdaq Bounced Last Week as Reopening Stocks Faded

The Nasdaq Bounced Last Week as Reopening Stocks Faded

Nasdaq stocks bounced last week as investors shifted away from reopening plays like energy. The Nasdaq-100 rose 0.1 percent between Friday, May 14, and Friday, May 21 -- the only major index to rise last week. It was the first time that the Nasdaq-100 gained while the...

Energy Stocks Could Be Facing Long Term Resistance

Energy Stocks Could Be Facing Long Term Resistance

Energy stocks have led the market this year as investors looked for travel to resume after last year's lockdowns. But now the sector could be sitting at long-term resistance as potential negatives mount. The chart below shows the SPDR Energy ETF (XLE) with weekly...

Bears Tried to Sink the Semiconductor Index and Failed: Chart Study

Bears Tried to Sink the Semiconductor Index and Failed: Chart Study

Chip stocks have lagged along with the broader technology sector. But just when you think they're dead, they have a session like yesterday. Notice how the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index opened 2.2 percent below its close the previous session. Also notice how quickly...

May Is Bringing a Wave of Good News About the Coronavirus Pandemic

May Is Bringing a Wave of Good News About the Coronavirus Pandemic

From falling cases to fewer social restrictions, there's all kinds of good news about coronavirus this month. While the pandemic has been easing since winter, several positive trends now appear to be accelerating. It could be especially important as summer begins...