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The Technical Take

The bulls fight back

Technical Snapshot Key Takeaways

The S&P, Nasdaq, Dow, and Russell all finished Wednesday's session lower, each forming new pockets of overhead resistance and breaking through their respective downside support ranges as they moved lower. The Daily trend on the S&P, along with the Nasdaq, has shifted lower, while the neutral/sideways trends on the Dow and Russell remain intact. Momentum readings across all four indices are confirming price action, moving lower from resistance alongside price.
The Volatility Index (VIX) finished Wednesday's session higher after reversing from its initial downside support range from 17.65-16.75. As price moved higher it broke through its initial overhead resistance range and closed the session just beneath the next range from 22.65-21.50. A continued moved higher into this range and a break above 22.65 would likely lead to a move toward the 28.00-25.90 resistance range above. A move higher in the VIX would likely coincide with continued selling pressure in equities. Conversely, a pullback toward support and a break below 16.75 would likely lead to a test of the 16.10-15.65 support range below and likely coincide with renewed buying pressure in equities.
S&P 500 GIC Sector Rankings (12-Week: Strongest-Weakest): [1] XLE (Energy), [2] XLP (Consumer Staples), [3] XLV (Healthcare), [4] XLRE (Real Estate), [5] XLB (Materials), [6] XLF (Financials), [7] XLU (Utilities), [8] XLI (Industrials), [9] XLC (Communications), [10] XLY (Consumer Discretionary), [11] XLK (Technology)

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Closing Summary - The AI trade returns with Microsoft and semis leading the way
Market Summaries | Updated: 30-Jul-26 16:23 ET
Today was more than a buy-the-dip trade. It was a return to the AI trade. The impetus for the return was rooted in earnings results and guidance from Microsoft (MSFT 451.10, +60.56, +15.51%) and Lam Research (LRCX 297.72, +45.37, +17.98%), which...

Midday Summary - Microsoft and semiconductor stocks at heart of today's advance
Market Summaries | Updated: 30-Jul-26 13:04 ET
Microsoft (MSFT 454.68, +64.14, +16.42%) and Meta Platforms (META 530.94, -54.67, -9.34%) reported their quarterly results after yesterday's close. The two stocks have diverged today, but the market has been following Microsoft. The Dow component is...

Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
Special Reports | Updated: 30-Jul-26 10:34 ET
There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

June PCE Prices are okay but still well off target
Economic Data Reviews | Updated: 30-Jul-26 09:38 ET
Personal income increased 0.2% month-over-month in June (Briefing.com consensus: 0.3%), personal spending jumped 0.3% (Briefing.com consensus: 0.4%), the PCE Price Index was down 0.1% (Briefing.com consensus: -0.1%), and the core-PCE Price Index...

Fortunately for the market, Microsoft is no Mr. Softie
Page One | Updated: 30-Jul-26 09:08 ET
Briefing.com Summary:*Microsoft (MSFT) has powered to a 10% gain after its better-than-expected report and outlook, offsetting weakness in Meta Platforms (META) and Qualcomm (QCOM) after their reports.*Oil prices are down, as last night's...

Morning Briefing - Microsoft's strong earnings report providing futures with a lift
Market Summaries | Updated: 30-Jul-26 08:14 ET
Equity futures are pointing to a higher open, underpinned by a 10% gain in Microsoft (MSFT) following its better-than-expected quarterly results and outlook that is helping to offset weakness in Meta Platforms (META) and Qualcomm (QCOM) after their...

Technical Scans for Thursday, July 30
TA Page Scans | Updated: 30-Jul-26 07:49 ET
U.S. equity futures are pointing higher Thursday morning as investors attempt to stabilize after the prior session’s sharp post-Federal Reserve selloff. S&P 500 futures are up 43 points, or 0.58%, while Dow Jones Industrial Average futures are...

Watchful thinking or wishful thinking?
Fed Brief | Updated: 29-Jul-26 17:44 ET
When the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) met in June, the vote to leave the fed funds rate unchanged at 3.50-3.75% was unanimous (12-0). Today, the FOMC again voted to leave the target range for the fed funds rate unchanged at 3.50-3.75%, but...

Meta Platforms under pressure after earnings; Microsoft heads higher
After Hours Report | Updated: 29-Jul-26 17:30 ET
The major averages finished sharply lower on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 (-1.5%), Nasdaq Composite (-1.7%), and DJIA (-2.2%) settling near their session lows after an initial post-FOMC relief rally ultimately gave way to renewed selling...

Healthcare Services (HCSG) added to VALUE rankings; benefits from an aging US population
Stock Ideas | Updated: 29-Jul-26 15:32 ET
Healthcare Services (HCSG) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. HCSG provides housekeeping, laundry, dining, and nutritional services to nursing homes, rehabilitation centers, and other long-term care facilities across the...

SK Hynix's first post-IPO report confirms AI memory strength, but shares draw muted reaction (SKHY)
The Next Big Thing | Updated: 29-Jul-26 10:55 ET
SK hynix (SKHY) is seeing a muted reaction following its Q2 earnings release, its first report since the company’s blockbuster July 10 debut. Although the memory manufacturer delivered record revenue and profitability, the results were largely...

Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
Special Reports | Updated: 29-Jul-26 10:19 ET
There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

Technical Scans for Wednesday, July 29
TA Page Scans | Updated: 29-Jul-26 07:51 ET
U.S. equity futures are mixed ahead of one of the most consequential trading sessions of the summer as investors digest another busy wave of corporate earnings while preparing for this afternoon's Federal Reserve decision. S&P 500 futures are higher...

Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
Special Reports | Updated: 28-Jul-26 10:36 ET
There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

Technical Scans for Tuesday, July 28
TA Page Scans | Updated: 28-Jul-26 07:40 ET
U.S. equity futures are mixed Tuesday morning as investors digest another wave of corporate earnings while rotating away from technology following another sharp selloff in semiconductor stocks. S&P 500 futures are down 5 points (-0.08%), while...

World Kinect (WKC) added to GROWX rankings; transforming into a broader energy provider
Emerging Growth Stocks | Updated: 27-Jul-26 15:54 ET
World Kinect (WKC) is a new member of our GROWX rankings this week. WKC is best known for supplying aviation, marine, and ground-based transportation fuels, it has been steadily transforming into a broader energy provider. Management...

Leaders for the Week of July 27, 2026
Liquid Momentum | Updated: 27-Jul-26 11:03 ET
Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

Pre-Earnings Options Analysis -- No Notable Activity
Special Reports | Updated: 27-Jul-26 10:30 ET
There is elevated option volume in several of the companies reporting tonight after the close and tomorrow before the open. Although the activity can't be considered a "crystal ball" for the numbers, it can indicate the tone from an options market...

The swing trader's playground
Swing Trader | Updated: 27-Jul-26 09:00 ET
Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

Technical Scans for Monday, July 27
TA Page Scans | Updated: 27-Jul-26 08:01 ET
U.S. equity futures are sharply higher ahead of Monday's open as investors return to a risk-on mindset following signs of de-escalating tensions between the United States and Iran. S&P 500 futures are higher by 65 points (+0.87%), Dow Jones...

Weekly Wrap
After Hours Report | Updated: 24-Jul-26 17:09 ET
The major averages finished lower this week as concerns surrounding the cost of the AI buildout weighed heavily on mega-cap growth stocks, overshadowing strength across semiconductor, energy, and several cyclical sectors. The Nasdaq Composite fell...

AI spending concerns pressure mega-cap stocks
Week in Perspective | Updated: 24-Jul-26 17:07 ET
The major averages finished lower this week as concerns surrounding the cost of the AI buildout weighed heavily on mega-cap growth stocks, overshadowing strength across semiconductor, energy, and several cyclical sectors. The Nasdaq Composite fell...

Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) added tol YIELD rankings; benefit from higher charter rates (SBLK)
Stock Ideas | Updated: 24-Jul-26 16:01 ET
Star Bulk Carriers (SBLK) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. Star Bulk is one of the world's largest dry bulk shipping companies, transporting commodities such as iron ore, coal, grain, bauxite, and fertilizers around the...

The risk of the market getting carried away
The Big Picture | Updated: 24-Jul-26 15:50 ET
Briefing.com Summary:*The yen's 40-year low increases the risk of another carry-trade unwind that could trigger sharp, short-term volatility in global equity markets.*Japanese policy action to support the yen could spark forced deleveraging as...

Weekly Options Volatility Analysis Ahead of Earnings -- ITRI & FTRE seeing high relative volatility
Special Reports | Updated: 24-Jul-26 11:04 ET
Since the options market acts as a good gauge of expected future stock movement, this Special Report highlights select stocks of interest that are expected to show increased volatility around their earnings releases. While it is not a big surprise...

Technical Scans for Friday, July 24
TA Page Scans | Updated: 24-Jul-26 07:49 ET
U.S. equity futures are pointing to a cautiously higher open after investors received some welcome relief from the energy market. S&P 500 futures are higher by 14 points (+0.19%), Dow Jones Industrial Average futures are up 212 points (+0.41%),...

Innovex (INVX) added to VALUE rankings; commercial performance remains healthy
Stock Ideas | Updated: 22-Jul-26 15:44 ET
Innovex (INVX) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Innovex makes the equipment and components that oil & gas companies use to drill wells, complete them, and keep them producing efficiently. Its portfolio spans well...

Leaders for the Week of July 20, 2026
Liquid Momentum | Updated: 20-Jul-26 10:44 ET
Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

Wabash National (WNC) added to YIELD Leaders rankings; a play on recovering freight market
Stock Ideas | Updated: 17-Jul-26 11:23 ET
Wabash National (WNC) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. WNC is a supplier of trailers, truck bodies, and related products used across the logistics, distribution, and industrial markets. The company operates in a cyclical...

Lear Corp. (LEA) added to VALUE rankings; has continued to win new business
Stock Ideas | Updated: 15-Jul-26 15:41 ET
Lear Corp. (LEA) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Lear is a supplier of automotive seating systems and vehicle electrical distribution and connection systems for nearly every major global automaker. The investment case...

Leaders for the Week of July 13, 2026
Liquid Momentum | Updated: 13-Jul-26 10:51 ET
Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

Swing into action
Swing Trader | Updated: 13-Jul-26 09:00 ET
Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

Gentex (GNTX) added to YIELD rankings; has steadily broadened its product portfolio
Stock Ideas | Updated: 10-Jul-26 15:24 ET
Gentex (GNTX) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. Gentex is a supplier of auto-dimming rearview mirrors and advanced electronic vision systems used by many of the world's largest automakers. While the automotive industry has...

SK hynix eyes massive Nasdaq debut as HBM demand fuels IPO buzz (SKHY)
The Next Big Thing | Updated: 09-Jul-26 10:52 ET
Briefing.com Summary:SK hynix (SKHY) is expected to begin trading on the Nasdaq on Friday, July 10, in what is better described as a major U.S. ADS listing and capital raise rather than a traditional IPO, since its common shares already trade on...

Criteo (CRTO) added to VALUE rankings; transforming into broader commerce media platform
Stock Ideas | Updated: 08-Jul-26 14:49 ET
Criteo (CRTO) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Criteo provides digital advertising technology that helps brands and retailers target shoppers, measure campaign performance, and monetize online retail media. The...

Leaders for the Week of July 6, 2026
Liquid Momentum | Updated: 06-Jul-26 10:51 ET
Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

From playground to proving ground
Market View | Updated: 02-Jul-26 16:28 ET
Briefing.com Summary:*Market leadership is broadening, which is indicative of bull market action.*Rising earnings estimates have improved P/E multiples, but elevated price-to-sales ratios reflect exceptionally high growth expectations.*The biggest...

Qualcomm (QCOM) added to YIELD rankings; focusing more on AI infrastructure and edge computing
Stock Ideas | Updated: 02-Jul-26 15:36 ET
Qualcomm (QCOM) is a new addition to our YIELD Leaders rankings this week. Qualcomm is a major semiconductor and wireless technology company best known for its dominance in smartphone chipsets and modem technology, but it also licenses critical IP...

Evercore (EVR) added to VALUE rankings; a play on improving transaction volumes
Stock Ideas | Updated: 01-Jul-26 15:55 ET
Evercore (EVR) is a new addition to Briefing.com's VALUE rankings this week. Evercore is an independent investment bank that advises corporations, private equity firms, and governments on mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and capital markets...

The Interest Rate Outlook
Rate Brief | Updated: 01-Jul-26 00:00 ET
The Treasury market had a mixed showing in June with the 5-yr note and shorter tenors sliding for the fourth month in a row while 10s and 30s recorded outperformed, recording modest gains. The underperformance up front kept the slope of the yield...

Leaders for the Week of June 29, 2026
Liquid Momentum | Updated: 29-Jun-26 10:43 ET
Liquid Momentum is Briefing.com's proprietary Focus List for up to 50 of the most liquid, high Relative Strength stocks in the market that are ideal for Day and Swing trading high-quality names. It is generated from a proprietary algorithm that...

The two-week swing
Swing Trader | Updated: 29-Jun-26 09:05 ET
Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

Between the bells
Swing Trader | Updated: 15-Jun-26 09:00 ET
Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

Swing, stall, repeat
Swing Trader | Updated: 01-Jun-26 09:00 ET
Technical Snapshot Swing Trader Notes Two entry points are typically provided to accommodate for different trading styles and risk tolerances. All entry signals will be canceled once opposing support or resistance areas are hit. Alternate entries...

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