Equity Clock: Stock Market Outlook

After the large number of indexes/sectors that entered strong seasonality periods last October, subsequent months have been quite quiet, particularly January and February from a positive seasonality stand-point. However, March is very active, so we will gear up then. January was brutal for many sectors, particularly Information Technology, conversely, Energy in Canada had a sterling January. [more]

The market is entering its historically strong seasonal period, which runs from late October until about mid-May. If this holds true again this/next year, the Indexes will be pounding out new all-time highs on a regular basis. While this could happen, we must also be on the lookout for the “promised” pull-back. [more]

The summer months, including part of September, typically are bearish months for the stock market, and it is usual to witness increased volatility as September proceeds. Then, historically, from about mid-September until about mid-January, the market exhibits a decided upturn, although usually a little bumpy along the way. [more]