Saturday, August 29, 2009

August 28, 2009

Typical August summer Friday with lots of movement in the pre IB hour with subsequent settling down into value area most of the afternoon. Those seeking a 'Lonesome Highway' trade (VAL to VAH), you would have missed a 5 point trade by 1/2 point. Sell at close would have provided a 2.5 gain for those patient enough to withstand the chop.

One point of perspective, the S&P index continues to provide lower 20-day highs at a time when the index is making new highs. The peak was in mid-July. Questionable divergence since the shorts keep covering and fund managers need to participate on the long side. Just a note to consider next time you consider jumping in at the highs. TWC will continue to monitor this divergent pattern.

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