Author Archives: Rick Rouse

Sector Outlook: Industrials Select Sector Spider (XLI)

The Industrials Select Sector Spider (XLI) was higher for the first time in 3 sessions despite kissing an intraday low of $81.18. Current and upper support at $81-$80.50 was challenged but held. A close below the latter and the 50-day moving average would be an ongoing bearish development with additional risk towards $79.50-$79 and the […]

iShares Russell 1000 (IWF) Update for 1/2/2020

The iShares Russell 1000 (IWF) snapped a 2-session losing streak with the late day peak reaching $176.06. Near-term and lower resistance at $176-$176.50 was cleared but held. A close above the latter would be a bullish signal for a retest towards $177.50-$178 and fresh record highs. Current support is at $175-$174.50. A close below the […]

Bullish Action in the VIX

The S&P 500 Volatility Index ($VIX) fell for the first time in 3 sessions despite tagging a midday high of 15.39. Upper resistance at 14.50-15 and the 200-day moving average was breached but held for the 2nd-straight session. The fade to 13.75 afterwards and close below prior and upper support at 14-13.50 was a healthy […]