Stock Market Outlook for April 7, 2020
Equity benchmarks move solidly above their 20-day moving averages for the first time since February 21.
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Stocks Entering Period of Seasonal Strength Today:
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HSBC Holdings PLC (NYSE:HSBC) Seasonal Chart
Ship Finance Intl Ltd. (NYSE:SFL) Seasonal Chart
The Markets
Stocks surged to start the week as investors digested news released over the weekend that suggested the number of new daily coronavirus cases may be plateauing. The S&P 500 Index rallied the to the tune of 7.03%, moving above its 20-day moving average for the first time since February 21. This short-term variable level had acted as resistance to the rebound attempt over the past week, throwing a curveball to those expecting a nice rounded rebound wave from the March 23rd low. Monday’s session saw the benchmark gap back above the open gap charted last week between 2500 and 2575, emphasizing the significance of this zone. The move has charted a higher short-term low above the March 23rd low, indicating the start of a short-term trend of higher-highs and higher-lows. The close above the end of March high at 2641 confirms. Momentum indicators are pointing higher with MACD remaining on a Buy signal. We provide much more in-depth research and analysis within our daily market outlook emailed directly to subscribers. Signup now to follow along to gain further insight on Monday’s explosive move in stocks.
Sentiment on Monday, as gauged by the put-call ratio, ended close to neutral at 0.97.
Seasonal charts of companies reporting earnings today:
S&P 500 Index
TSE Composite
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