S&P 500 corrective mode following TSLA, NFLX earnings and Thu manufacturing plus unemployment data, continued Friday – too early yet to call this correction as over as the encouraging open had been eventually sold into.
It‘s all about Fed tightening bets meeting soft landing estimates. Well, what estimates I say when LEIs are still in decline mode for 15 straight months, yield curve is inverted etc? Messing up with traditional timing models for late Q3 recession is the already a few times mentioned excess savings and highly expansive fiscal policy and various remnants of corona era policies, these all worked and work to prolong its arrival as also covered in the latest video. Yet at least a modest recession is unavoidable in my view – only its timing, severity and when the stock market gets that, are open questions.
And stocks don‘t seem likely to move into a powerful, 10%+ downswing any time soon – consolidation and volatility triggered chiefly by rotations out of tech, and somewhat communications and only select discretionaries (remember my words about the relative strength of the consumer, which doesn‘t make for a bearish XLY case) into my best 2H 2023 sectoral picks of energy, industrials, materials and financials with further improvements in defensives incl. healthcare.
Friday, this effect wasn‘t powerful enough to return S&P 500 to the opening values as tech gyrated too much. Big picture, that‘s what we can expect in stocks over the coming weeks, making for a traders‘ market as select sectors are more richly valued than others. Market breadth is though broadening beyond the Top 7 stocks, and that means a sizable downswing is unlikely when the guessing game of market‘s focus is whether Jul is the last hike or not. This rally can run still more into the extreme greed territory.
Source: www.stockcharts.com
S&P 500 and Nasdaq outlook
4,560s did hold Friday, and the rounded 4,550 (give or take 2pts) area is next if need be – but given that bonds weren‘t in a clearly risk-off position anyhow you look at it, odds favor spending more time in the lower 4,570s instead Monday as rotations into value and cyclicals continue. 4,585 – or alternatively 4,592 if tech cooperates, are now short-term resistance levels.
Still OK and back to broadening market breadth – the correction in the stock market is to play out mostly in tech, or thanks to the lead cables affair, in some communications too.
All essays, research and information represent analyses and opinions of Monica Kingsley that are based on available and latest data. Despite careful research and best efforts, it may prove wrong and be subject to change with or without notice. Monica Kingsley does not guarantee the accuracy or thoroughness of the data or information reported. Her content serves educational purposes and should not be relied upon as advice or construed as providing recommendations of any kind. Futures, stocks and options are financial instruments not suitable for every investor. Please be advised that you invest at your own risk. Monica Kingsley is not a Registered Securities Advisor. By reading her writings, you agree that she will not be held responsible or liable for any decisions you make. Investing, trading and speculating in financial markets may involve high risk of loss. Monica Kingsley may have a short or long position in any securities, including those mentioned in her writings, and may make additional purchases and/or sales of those securities without notice.
Recommended content
Editors’ Picks

EUR/USD stays well bid above 1.0850 amid risk reset
EUR/USD holds ground above 1.0850 in the European trading hours on Tuesday. A recovery in risk sentiment, despite impending trade and geopolitical risks, underpin the pair alongside a broadly weaker US Dollar. US JOLTs data and US-Ukraine Summit are next on tap.

GBP/USD clings to gains near 1.2900 amid sustained US Dollar weakness
GBP/USD clings to recovery gains near 1.2900 in the European morning on Tuesday. The pair advances as the US Dollar stays weak amid Trump's tariffs uncertainty and US recession fears. However, global tariff war fears and looming geopolitical risks could limit the pair's uoside. US-Ukraine Summitt eyed.

Gold price sticks to modest intraday gains amid weaker risk tone; remains below $2,900
Gold price rebounds from a one-week low and draws support from a combination of factors. Global trade war fears and geopolitical risks continue to underpin the safe-haven commodity. Fed rate cut bets keep the USD depressed and further benefit the non-yielding XAU/USD pair.

The crypto market cap dips to $2.44 trillion while Mt. Gox moves 11,833 BTC worth $932 million
The crypto market continued its ongoing downleg as the week started, as its market cap capitalization reached a low of $2.44 trillion on Tuesday, levels not seen since early November.

Gold price sticks to modest intraday gains amid weaker risk tone; remains below $2,900
Gold price rebounds from a one-week low and draws support from a combination of factors. Global trade war fears and geopolitical risks continue to underpin the safe-haven commodity. Fed rate cut bets keep the USD depressed and further benefit the non-yielding XAU/USD pair.

The Best brokers to trade EUR/USD
SPONSORED Discover the top brokers for trading EUR/USD in 2025. Our list features brokers with competitive spreads, fast execution, and powerful platforms. Whether you're a beginner or an expert, find the right partner to navigate the dynamic Forex market.