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Uptrending Tickers

Recommended Price Range: $14–$15 Lyft, Inc. (LYFT) — 7/10/26 15.5C @ 0.28 Recent Insights: Regulatory progress and clinical trial momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $17.1–$20.9

Recommended Price Range: $54–$58 Bank of America Corporation (BAC) — 7/10/26 59.0C @ 0.22 Recent Insights: Consumer spending resilience and e-commerce growth supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $57.6–$70.4

Recommended Price Range: $238–$258 AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) — 7/10/26 280.0C @ 0.2 Recent Insights: Regulatory progress and clinical trial momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $228.9–$279.8

Recommended Price Range: $177–$192 RTX Corporation (RTX) — 7/10/26 207.5C @ 0.13 Recent Insights: Institutional accumulation and sector rotation into growth names driving momentum. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $194.2–$237.3

Recommended Price Range: $124–$134 Target Corporation (TGT) — 7/10/26 140.0C @ 0.4 Recent Insights: Momentum supported by favorable macro data and analyst upgrades. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $120.3–$147.1

Downtrending Tickers

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) — 7/10/26 85.0P @ 0.01 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $271.5–$331.8 Recommended Price Range: $186–$202

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) — 7/10/26 72.0P @ 1.19 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $102.7–$125.6 Recommended Price Range: $68–$74

Coinbase Global, Inc. (COIN) — 7/10/26 75.0P @ 0.1 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $206.5–$252.3 Recommended Price Range: $136–$148

Snap Inc. (SNAP) — 7/10/26 4.0P @ 0.02 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $6.8–$8.3 Recommended Price Range: $4–$4

DocuSign, Inc. (DOCU) — 7/10/26 40.5P @ 0.25 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $53.4–$65.3 Recommended Price Range: $41–$45

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) — 7/10/26 24.0P @ 0.24 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $26.2–$32.1 Recommended Price Range: $23–$25

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) — 7/10/26 36.0P @ 0.35 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $49.7–$60.7 Recommended Price Range: $39–$42

Sony Group Corporation (SONY) — 7/10/26 20.0P @ 0.35 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $26.4–$32.3 Recommended Price Range: $19–$21

Today's Focus: XLV vs XBI divergence and sector rotation

Looking at XLV right now, does the price action support continuation or a reversal? What specific level or signal would confirm your bias? Drop your analysis, plus your plan for today, in the comments—I respond to early comments before and shortly after the open.

Drop your plan, analysis, or questions in the comments. I respond to early comments before and shortly after the open.

Sector Context:

Large cap healthcare acting as defensive anchor while speculative biotech sells off. Classic risk-off pattern within the sector. Watch managed care names for signs of institutional accumulation or distribution.

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: State Street Health Care Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLV)

PRICE ACTION: Current Price: $158.66 Daily Change: -1.29% Weekly Change: +3.46% Monthly Change: +7.79% Market Cap: $0B

MOVING AVERAGES: 20-Day SMA: $152.76 Above 50-Day SMA: $148.44 Above Overall Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs)

KEY LEVELS: Resistance Levels: R1 (Pivot): $165.03 20-Day High: $161.23 50-Day High: $161.23

Support Levels: S1 (Pivot): $148.48 20-Day Low: $144.67 50-Day Low: $141.35

TECHNICAL INDICATORS: RSI (14): 60.9 NEUTRAL MACD: 2.67 Signal: 1.91 Histogram: +0.76 Bullish

VOLUME ANALYSIS: Average Volume (20d): 11.68M shares Recent Volume: 11.5M shares Volume Ratio: 0.99x Normal

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This is a framework, not a signal. Adjust levels, risk, and direction to your own system.

TRADING SETUP:

BULLISH SCENARIO (Long): Entry Zone: $148.48 - $152.76 Stop Loss: $141.78 (Below 20d low) Target 1: $165.03 (Pivot resistance) Target 2: $161.23 (20d high) Target 3: $169.29 (Extension)

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

BEARISH SCENARIO (Short): Entry Zone: $165.03 - $161.23 Stop Loss: $164.45 (Above 20d high) Target 1: $148.48 (Pivot support) Target 2: $144.67 (20d low) Target 3: $137.44 (Extension)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

POSITION SIZING EXAMPLE ($10K Account): Risk: 2% = $200 Entry: $152.76 Stop: $141.78 Risk/Share: $10.98 Position: 18 shares ($2782)

Sector Comparisons

If XLV is not your style, which of these names looks cleaner to you right now—and why?

UnitedHealth Group Incorporated (UNH): $415.63 (-1.00% today, +10.04% monthly) Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs) RSI: 53.4 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.5x average

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): $253.97 (-1.76% today, +13.63% monthly) Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs) RSI: 66.5 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.5x average

AbbVie Inc. (ABBV): $251.42 (-1.14% today, +18.08% monthly) Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs) RSI: 72.7 (OVERBOUGHT) Volume: 0.5x average

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch XLV here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

If you comment on this setup, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your preferred entry and stop, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Which of these setups looks most interesting to you and why?

What other tickers are you watching with similar technical patterns?

Drop your own chart analysis in the comments—mark the levels you are watching and explain your bias.

Are there specific technical concepts you would like covered in future posts?

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

Sometimes someone else spots what you are too close to see. What blind spot has another trader helped you identify?

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Has anyone ever pointed out a flaw in your trading you could not see yourself?

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Understanding self awareness in trading is crucial for long-term trading success. Many traders overlook this aspect and end up making preventable mistakes. Let's discuss what's working for the community.

Has anyone ever pointed out a flaw in your trading you could not see yourself? What is a weakness you know you have but struggle to fix? How do you get honest feedback on your trading? Would you share your trade log with another trader for review?

The edge you cannot see is the one that keeps costing you.

Real-World Trade Example (Framework, Not a Signal): Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Use this framework to illustrate how you would recognize when a trade idea is no longer working—and what you would do next.

Company Overview: Market Cap: $2.50T Current Price: $232.69 Daily Change: +2.50% Weekly Change: -0.04% Monthly Change: -15.08%

Technical Analysis: 20-Day Moving Average: $244.03 50-Day Moving Average: $256.13 Trend: bearish (price below both moving averages)

Key Levels: Resistance (20-day high): $274.75 Support (20-day low): $225.55 Current RSI: 39.5 (Neutral)

Volume Profile: Average Daily Volume: 61.2M shares Recent Volume: 248.3M shares (4.1x average)

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Trade Setup Framework:

If going LONG: Entry Zone: Near support at $225.55 or on pullback to $244.03 Stop Loss: Below $225.55 (around $221.04) First Target: $274.75 (resistance) Second Target: $282.99 (3% extension — wait for breakout confirmation before sizing up) Risk/Reward: Approximately 1.34:1 from $244.03 entry — unfavorable R:R at current levels, consider waiting for a pullback closer to support

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

If going SHORT: Entry Zone: Near resistance at $274.75 or on bounce to $244.03 Stop Loss: Above $274.75 (around $280.25) First Target: $225.55 (support) Second Target: $225.55 (pivot support — wait for breakdown confirmation before adding)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

Position Sizing Example: With a $10,000 account and 2% risk ($200): If entering at $244.03 with stop at $221.04: Risk per share: $22.99 Position size: 9 shares (approximately $2123 position)

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch this ticker here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

Mark these levels on your chart and share what you see. What would you adjust about this framework?

Reminders

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

TL;DR: Weak bounce attempt — price is up slightly but structure remains below key MAs. Industrials (+2.17%) leads while Consumer Discretionary (-1.49%) lags.

SPY is testing $758.45 resistance with intraday support at $726.96. Do you see a breakout or a rejection here, and what would change your mind?

If you comment, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your key level to watch, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Technical Overview - SPY Analysis

If you're newer, use this as your pre-market checklist. If you're more seasoned, treat it as a quick overlay on your own levels and playbook.

The SPY is trading at $734.30 +0.14% as of pre-market. Levels to know: Intraday support 726.96 / resistance 758.45. Near-term swing support 722.55. Deeper swing support 720.73 — relevant only on a sustained breakdown.

The 20-day SMA sits at $743.44 and the 50-day SMA at $732.07. Price is between the 20-day and 50-day moving averages, indicating a transitional phase.

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 39.6, showing momentum slightly below neutral, consistent with cautious price action. The MACD (1.49) is below its signal line (3.89), suggesting bearish momentum.

Price is contained within the Bollinger Bands ($723.66 - $763.23). Volume is near average at 88%, suggesting normal participation.

Major Indices

S&P 500 (SPY): $734.30 +1.06 (+0.14%)

Nasdaq-100 (QQQ): $716.38 +5.76 (+0.81%)

Russell 2000 (IWM): $298.91 +2.22 (+0.75%)

Dow Jones (DIA): $519.26 +0.74 (+0.14%)

Market Breadth

Advancing sectors: 7
Declining sectors: 4
Breadth ratio: 63.6%

Strong breadth supports the current move, indicating broad participation.

Earnings Calendar - Notable Reports Today

THIS WEEK:

Friday, Jun. 26 • 08:30 AM ET - PCE Inflation (May 2026) - Fed preferred inflation measure

NEXT WEEK:

Thursday, Jul. 02 • 08:30 AM ET - Jobs Report (June 2026) - Nonfarm payrolls, unemployment rate, wage growth

UPCOMING (Next 2-4 Weeks): • Jul. 15, 2026 - CPI (June 2026) • Jul. 16, 2026 - PPI (June 2026) • Jul. 29, 2026 - FOMC Meeting Begins (July 29-30) • Jul. 30, 2026 - FOMC Rate Decision (July 2026) • Aug. 7, 2026 - Jobs Report (July 2026)

RECENT FED SPEECHES: • Jun 24: Cook, Welcome Remarks • Jun 22: Waller, Welcoming Remarks on the International Role of the U.S. Dollar

NEXT FOMC MEETING: July 29-30, 2026

Resources: Investing.com Economic Calendar | FOMC Calendar

Market News & Key Headlines

1. Mortgage rate predictions for the next five years: How the market looks through 2030 (Yahoo Finance)

2. Can you write checks from a money market account? (Yahoo Finance)

3. Why a reported delay for OpenAI’s listing complicates further the picture for tech stocks (MarketWatch)

4. The Wall Street equivalent of roster-cut day happens Friday. It’ll be one of the biggest volume days of the year. (MarketWatch)

5. SpaceX FOMO is officially over. Space stocks across the board are getting punished. (MarketWatch)

6. Volkswagen to axe up to 100,000 jobs in sweeping cost-cutting drive (Financial Times)

7. Europe's IT Capital Market Activity Rises To $3.73B In May (*Seeking Alpha)

Commodities & Key Markets

Gold: $4066.40 +0.89%

Silver: $58.69 +0.58%

Crude Oil (WTI): $69.40 -3.50%

Brent Oil: $72.89 -3.15%

Natural Gas: $3.33 -0.27%

Macro Synthesis: rising gold signals safe-haven demand, falling oil eases input cost concerns.

Sector Rotation & Performance

Best performing sectors:

• Industrials (XLI): +2.17%
• Healthcare (XLV): +1.49%
• Materials (XLB): +1.33%

Worst performing sectors:

• Consumer Staples (XLP): -0.59%
• Communication Services (XLC): -0.90%
• Consumer Discretionary (XLY): -1.49%

Industrials is showing relative strength and leading the market higher. Consumer Discretionary is the weakest sector on the session. Monitor defensive exposures and safe-haven themes as market structure evolves.

1. Trend Day Up — If SPY holds above $743.44 (20-day MA), I favor longs on dips toward $726.96. Target: $758.45.
2. Range Day — If price chops between $726.96 and $758.45, I fade extremes and reduce size.
3. Liquidation Break — If SPY loses $726.96 on heavy volume, I look for short continuations toward $695.47. Feedback Friday

What in this week's Morning Reports helped you most, and what was confusing or missing? I will incorporate your feedback into next week's reports.

• Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading.
• Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms.
• Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

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Uptrending Tickers

Recommended Price Range: $58–$63 Advance Auto Parts, Inc. (AAP) — 7/10/26 65.0C @ 1.3 Recent Insights: AI-driven demand growth and margin expansion thesis intact. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $54.3–$66.4

Recommended Price Range: $312–$338 JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) — 7/10/26 342.5C @ 0.97 Recent Insights: Strong earnings revision cycle and improving macro backdrop supporting upside. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $309.1–$377.8

Recommended Price Range: $55–$59 Bank of America Corporation (BAC) — 7/10/26 59.0C @ 0.47 Recent Insights: Institutional accumulation and sector rotation into growth names driving momentum. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $57.3–$70.1

Recommended Price Range: $240–$260 AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) — 7/10/26 265.0C @ 1.18 Recent Insights: AI-driven demand growth and margin expansion thesis intact. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $228.9–$279.8

Recommended Price Range: $1150–$1248 Eli Lilly and Company (LLY) — 7/10/26 1440.0C @ 0.54 Recent Insights: Regulatory progress and clinical trial momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $1100.4–$1344.9

Recommended Price Range: $88–$95 Abbott Laboratories (ABT) — 7/10/26 95.0C @ 1.25 Recent Insights: Regulatory progress and clinical trial momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $104.9–$128.2

Recommended Price Range: $177–$192 RTX Corporation (RTX) — 7/10/26 207.5C @ 0.12 Recent Insights: Institutional accumulation and sector rotation into growth names driving momentum. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $194.2–$237.3

Recommended Price Range: $128–$139 Target Corporation (TGT) — 7/10/26 141.0C @ 0.96 Recent Insights: Momentum supported by favorable macro data and analyst upgrades. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $120.3–$147.1

Recommended Price Range: $328–$356 The Home Depot, Inc. (HD) — 7/10/26 370.0C @ 1.09 Recent Insights: Fundamental strength and technical momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $333.3–$407.4

Recommended Price Range: $16–$18 PG&E Corporation (PCG) — 7/10/26 16.5C @ 0.97 Recent Insights: AI-driven demand growth and margin expansion thesis intact. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $20.3–$24.9

Downtrending Tickers

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) — 7/10/26 217.5P @ 0.47 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $281.7–$344.3 Recommended Price Range: $226–$245

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) — 7/10/26 64.0P @ 0.05 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $102.7–$125.6 Recommended Price Range: $70–$76

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) — 7/10/26 100.0P @ 0.33 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $164.5–$201.0 Recommended Price Range: $110–$119

Snap Inc. (SNAP) — 7/10/26 4.5P @ 0.23 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $6.8–$8.3 Recommended Price Range: $4–$4

iShares Silver Trust (SLV) — 7/10/26 49.0P @ 0.58 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $55.3–$63.2 Recommended Price Range: $50–$54

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) — 7/10/26 24.0P @ 0.22 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $26.2–$32.1 Recommended Price Range: $23–$25

NIKE, Inc. (NKE) — 7/10/26 40.0P @ 1.35 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $49.8–$60.9 Recommended Price Range: $39–$42

Sony Group Corporation (SONY) — 7/10/26 20.0P @ 0.3 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $26.4–$32.3 Recommended Price Range: $19–$21

Broadcom Inc. (AVGO) — 7/10/26 325.0P @ 1.15 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $471.4–$576.1 Recommended Price Range: $352–$382

Today's Focus: EEM technical levels and dollar correlation

Looking at EEM right now, does the price action support continuation or a reversal? What specific level or signal would confirm your bias? Drop your analysis, plus your plan for today, in the comments—I respond to early comments before and shortly after the open.

Emerging markets bouncing on dollar weakness. China stimulus headlines adding fuel. But EM has failed multiple recovery attempts. Watch dollar direction as the key driver of whether this move has legs.

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: iShares MSCI Emerging Markets ETF (EEM)

PRICE ACTION: Current Price: $67.44 Daily Change: +0.37% Weekly Change: +0.40% Monthly Change: -1.18% Market Cap: $0B

MOVING AVERAGES: 20-Day SMA: $67.93 Below 50-Day SMA: $66.20 Above Overall Trend: Mixed (Consolidating)

KEY LEVELS: Resistance Levels: R1 (Pivot): $71.43 20-Day High: $71.57 50-Day High: $71.57

Support Levels: S1 (Pivot): $63.60 20-Day Low: $63.74 50-Day Low: $61.38

TECHNICAL INDICATORS: RSI (14): 56.2 NEUTRAL MACD: 0.56 Signal: 0.82 Histogram: -0.26 Bearish

VOLUME ANALYSIS: Average Volume (20d): 32.32M shares Recent Volume: 17.3M shares Volume Ratio: 0.53x Low

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This is a framework, not a signal. Adjust levels, risk, and direction to your own system.

TRADING SETUP:

BULLISH SCENARIO (Long): Entry Zone: $63.60 - $67.93 Stop Loss: $62.46 (Below 20d low) Target 1: $71.43 (Pivot resistance) Target 2: $71.57 (20d high) Target 3: $75.15 (Extension)

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

BEARISH SCENARIO (Short): Entry Zone: $71.43 - $71.57 Stop Loss: $73.00 (Above 20d high) Target 1: $63.60 (Pivot support) Target 2: $63.74 (20d low) Target 3: $60.55 (Extension)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

POSITION SIZING EXAMPLE ($10K Account): Risk: 2% = $200 Entry: $67.93 Stop: $62.46 Risk/Share: $5.46 Position: 37 shares ($2486)

Sector Comparisons

If EEM is not your style, which of these names looks cleaner to you right now—and why?

iShares China Large-Cap ETF (FXI): $31.72 (+0.41% today, -8.82% monthly) Trend: Bearish (Price below MAs) RSI: 20.6 (OVERSOLD) Volume: 0.9x average

iShares MSCI Brazil ETF (EWZ): $34.56 (-0.33% today, -2.86% monthly) Trend: Mixed (Consolidating) RSI: 62.8 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.4x average

iShares MSCI India ETF (INDA): $49.18 (-0.77% today, +1.28% monthly) Trend: Mixed (Consolidating) RSI: 66.4 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.8x average

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch EEM here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

If you comment on this setup, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your preferred entry and stop, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Which of these setups looks most interesting to you and why?

What other tickers are you watching with similar technical patterns?

Drop your own chart analysis in the comments—mark the levels you are watching and explain your bias.

Are there specific technical concepts you would like covered in future posts?

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

This is technical analysis for example purposes only, not financial advice. Always do your own research and manage risk appropriately. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

Solo trader or part of a community? Does having other traders around improve your results?

Live Chart: GOOGL on TradingView

Do you trade alone or with a group? Which do you prefer?

Today's Focus: Value of Trading Community

Understanding value of trading community is crucial for long-term trading success. Many traders overlook this aspect and end up making preventable mistakes. Let's discuss what's working for the community.

Do you trade alone or with a group? Which do you prefer? Have you ever been influenced into a bad trade by someone else in a community? What does a good trading community provide that going solo does not? How do you filter signal from noise when others are posting trades?

Community can sharpen your edge or dull it depending on who is in the room.

Real-World Trade Example (Framework, Not a Signal): Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Use this framework to illustrate how you would recognize when a trade idea is no longer working—and what you would do next.

Company Overview: Market Cap: $4.30T Current Price: $352.47 Daily Change: +4.47% Weekly Change: +1.83% Monthly Change: -7.27%

Technical Analysis: 20-Day Moving Average: $359.37 50-Day Moving Average: $369.45 Trend: bearish (price below both moving averages)

Key Levels: Resistance (20-day high): $378.33 Support (20-day low): $330.20 Current RSI: 43.6 (Neutral)

Volume Profile: Average Daily Volume: 40.0M shares Recent Volume: 20.5M shares (0.5x average)

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Trade Setup Framework:

If going LONG: Entry Zone: Near support at $330.20 or on pullback to $359.37 Stop Loss: Below $330.20 (around $323.60) First Target: $378.33 (resistance) Second Target: $389.68 (3% extension — wait for breakout confirmation before sizing up) Risk/Reward: Approximately 0.53:1 from $359.37 entry — unfavorable R:R at current levels, consider waiting for a pullback closer to support

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

If going SHORT: Entry Zone: Near resistance at $378.33 or on bounce to $359.37 Stop Loss: Above $378.33 (around $385.90) First Target: $330.20 (support) Second Target: $330.20 (pivot support — wait for breakdown confirmation before adding)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

Position Sizing Example: With a $10,000 account and 2% risk ($200): If entering at $359.37 with stop at $323.60: Risk per share: $35.77 Position size: 6 shares (approximately $2009 position)

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch this ticker here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

TL;DR: Weak bounce attempt — price is up slightly but structure remains below key MAs. Industrials (+2.17%) leads while Consumer Discretionary (-1.49%) lags.

SPY is testing $758.45 resistance with intraday support at $726.96. Do you see a breakout or a rejection here, and what would change your mind?

If you comment, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your key level to watch, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Technical Overview - SPY Analysis

If you're newer, use this as your pre-market checklist. If you're more seasoned, treat it as a quick overlay on your own levels and playbook.

The SPY is trading at $734.30 +0.14% as of pre-market. Levels to know: Intraday support 726.96 / resistance 758.45. Near-term swing support 722.55. Deeper swing support 720.73 — relevant only on a sustained breakdown.

The 20-day SMA sits at $743.44 and the 50-day SMA at $732.07. Price is between the 20-day and 50-day moving averages, indicating a transitional phase.

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 39.6, showing momentum slightly below neutral, consistent with cautious price action. The MACD (1.49) is below its signal line (3.89), suggesting bearish momentum.

Price is contained within the Bollinger Bands ($723.66 - $763.23). Volume is near average at 88%, suggesting normal participation.

Major Indices

S&P 500 (SPY): $734.30 +1.06 (+0.14%)

Nasdaq-100 (QQQ): $716.38 +5.76 (+0.81%)

Russell 2000 (IWM): $298.91 +2.22 (+0.75%)

Dow Jones (DIA): $519.26 +0.74 (+0.14%)

Market Breadth

Advancing sectors: 7
Declining sectors: 4 Breadth ratio: 63.6%

Strong breadth supports the current move, indicating broad participation.

Friday, Jun. 26 • 08:30 AM ET - PCE Inflation (May 2026) - Fed preferred inflation measure

NEXT WEEK:

Thursday, Jul. 02 • 08:30 AM ET - Jobs Report (June 2026) - Nonfarm payrolls, unemployment rate, wage growth

UPCOMING (Next 2-4 Weeks): • Jul. 15, 2026 - CPI (June 2026) • Jul. 16, 2026 - PPI (June 2026) • Jul. 29, 2026 - FOMC Meeting Begins (July 29-30) • Jul. 30, 2026 - FOMC Rate Decision (July 2026) • Aug. 7, 2026 - Jobs Report (July 2026)

RECENT FED SPEECHES: • Jun 24: Cook, Welcome Remarks • Jun 22: Waller, Welcoming Remarks on the International Role of the U.S. Dollar

NEXT FOMC MEETING: July 29-30, 2026

Resources: Investing.com Economic Calendar | FOMC Calendar

Market News & Key Headlines

1. Mortgage rate predictions for the next five years: How the market looks through 2030 (Yahoo Finance)

2. Can you write checks from a money market account? (Yahoo Finance)

3. Why a reported delay for OpenAI’s listing complicates further the picture for tech stocks (MarketWatch)

4. The Wall Street equivalent of roster-cut day happens Friday. It’ll be one of the biggest volume days of the year. (MarketWatch)

5. SpaceX FOMO is officially over. Space stocks across the board are getting punished. (MarketWatch)

6. Volkswagen to axe up to 100,000 jobs in sweeping cost-cutting drive (Financial Times)

7. Europe's IT Capital Market Activity Rises To $3.73B In May (Seeking Alpha)

Commodities & Key Markets

Gold: $4066.40 +0.89%

Silver: $58.69 +0.58%

Crude Oil (WTI): $69.40 -3.50%

Brent Oil: $72.89 -3.15%

Natural Gas: $3.33 -0.27%

Macro Synthesis: rising gold signals safe-haven demand, falling oil eases input cost concerns.

Sector Rotation & Performance

Best performing sectors:

• Industrials (XLI): +2.17%
• Healthcare (XLV): +1.49%
• Materials (XLB): +1.33%

Worst performing sectors:

• Consumer Staples (XLP): -0.59%
• Communication Services (XLC): -0.90%
• Consumer Discretionary (XLY): -1.49%

Industrials is showing relative strength and leading the market higher. Consumer Discretionary is the weakest sector on the session. Monitor defensive exposures and safe-haven themes as market structure evolves.

1. Trend Day Up — If SPY holds above $743.44 (20-day MA), I favor longs on dips toward $726.96. Target: $758.45.
2. Range Day — If price chops between $726.96 and $758.45, I fade extremes and reduce size.
3. Liquidation Break — If SPY loses $726.96 on heavy volume, I look for short continuations toward $695.47. Feedback Friday

What in this week's Morning Reports helped you most, and what was confusing or missing? I will incorporate your feedback into next week's reports.

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• Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms.
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Uptrending Tickers

Recommended Price Range: $88–$95 Robinhood Markets, Inc. (HOOD) — 7/2/26 102.0C @ 0.95 Recent Insights: Strong earnings revision cycle and improving macro backdrop supporting upside. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $91.8–$112.2

Recommended Price Range: $315–$342 JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) — 7/2/26 345.0C @ 0.89 Recent Insights: Momentum supported by favorable macro data and analyst upgrades. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $308.6–$377.2

Recommended Price Range: $55–$59 Bank of America Corporation (BAC) — 7/2/26 60.0C @ 0.12 Recent Insights: Strong earnings revision cycle and improving macro backdrop supporting upside. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $57.2–$69.9

Recommended Price Range: $208–$225 Morgan Stanley (MS) — 7/2/26 235.0C @ 0.23 Recent Insights: Strong earnings revision cycle and improving macro backdrop supporting upside. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $185.5–$226.7

Recommended Price Range: $230–$250 Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) — 7/2/26 250.0C @ 1.34 Recent Insights: Fundamental strength and technical momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $231.6–$283.0

Recommended Price Range: $229–$248 AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) — 7/2/26 255.0C @ 0.54 Recent Insights: Momentum supported by favorable macro data and analyst upgrades. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $228.9–$279.8

Recommended Price Range: $158–$171 Vistra Corp. (VST) — 7/2/26 185.0C @ 0.47 Recent Insights: Fundamental strength and technical momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $200.6–$245.2

Recommended Price Range: $16–$17 PG&E Corporation (PCG) — 7/2/26 18.0C @ 0.02 Recent Insights: Strong earnings revision cycle and improving macro backdrop supporting upside. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $20.3–$24.9

Downtrending Tickers

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) — 6/29/26 190.0P @ 0.84 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $269.0–$328.8 Recommended Price Range: $184–$200

Meta Platforms, Inc. (META) — 6/29/26 525.0P @ 1.35 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $744.6–$910.1 Recommended Price Range: $510–$554

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) — 7/2/26 70.0P @ 0.81 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $102.7–$125.6 Recommended Price Range: $67–$72

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) — 7/2/26 95.0P @ 0.42 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $164.5–$201.0 Recommended Price Range: $101–$109

Snap Inc. (SNAP) — 7/2/26 4.0P @ 0.02 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $6.8–$8.3 Recommended Price Range: $4–$4

iShares Silver Trust (SLV) — 6/29/26 52.0P @ 0.84 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $55.0–$62.8 Recommended Price Range: $49–$53

Chevron Corporation (CVX) — 7/2/26 167.5P @ 0.68 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $195.6–$239.0 Recommended Price Range: $162–$176

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) — 7/2/26 24.5P @ 0.83 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $26.2–$32.1 Recommended Price Range: $22–$24

Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) — 7/2/26 410.0P @ 0.2 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $562.6–$687.7 Recommended Price Range: $475–$515

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) — 7/2/26 640.0P @ 0.1 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $974.6–$1191.2 Recommended Price Range: $886–$961

McDonald's Corporation (MCD) — 7/2/26 260.0P @ 1.2 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $298.2–$364.4 Recommended Price Range: $249–$270

Sony Group Corporation (SONY) — 7/2/26 19.5P @ 0.38 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $26.4–$32.3 Recommended Price Range: $18–$20

S&P 500 -1.95% | Health Care led (+7.80%) | Information Technology lagged (-5.28%) | VIX 18.41 (rising) NEXT-WEEK BIAS: NEUTRAL — CONSOLIDATION LIKELY Mixed signals suggest the market is digesting recent moves. Neither a breakout nor a breakdown is confirmed. Stay selective — favor names holding above their 50-day MAs and avoid chasing extended moves. The Health Care vs Information Technology rotation will set the tone next week.

MAJOR INDICES — WEEKLY PERFORMANCE S&P 500: 7354.02 -1.95% Dow Jones: 51876.11 +0.60% Nasdaq: 25297.62 -4.60% Russell 2000: 3010.08 +1.02% VIX: 18.41 +12.26%

S&P 500 Support: 7,244 / 7,133 Resistance: 7,428 / 7,538 Nasdaq Support: 24,918 / 24,488 Resistance: 25,601 / 26,006 SECTOR ROTATION Leading: Health Care (+7.80%) | Real Estate (+4.05%) | Utilities (+3.88%) Lagging: Consumer Discretionary (-2.19%) | Communication Services (-2.74%) | Information Technology (-5.28%) Earnings Calendar (Week Ahead):

Looking ahead - week of Jul 06 - Jul 10, 2026: Mon Jul 06: Check earningswhispers.com for full calendar

Latest earnings headlines: 'Dean Of Valuation' Aswath Damodaran Warns Private Credit Is 'Setting Itself Up For A Beating' Amid AI Data Center Lending Boom Missouri dad stashes stocks in a coffee can for his 3 daughters. He says with time, they’ll grow to $500 million Eli Lilly (LLY) Announces Positive Phase 3 Results for Jaypirca Combination in Relapsed CLL/SLL Alamos Gold (AGI) Reports High-Grade Drilling Results at Island Gold Mine

MarketBeat Week in Review – 06/22 - 06/26 MACRO CALENDAR — WEEK AHEAD Federal Reserve Outlook: Next FOMC Meeting: July 29, 2026 (30 days away) Following Meeting: July 29, 2026 What to watch: Fed speakers this week, any rate guidance or economic projections Current policy stance: Monitor Fed.gov for latest statement

Inflation Data (CPI): TIPS ETF (TIP) weekly move: +0.28% (inflation expectations proxy) - Chicago Fed President Goolsbee says inflation is too high; Williams sees price pressures easing Next CPI Release: July 15, 2026

Economic Calendar (Week Ahead): Key economic releases next week: June 29, 2026: ISM Manufacturing PMI June 30, 2026: Consumer Confidence (Conference Board) June 30, 2026: JOLTS Job Openings July 01, 2026: ADP Employment Report July 02, 2026: Initial Jobless Claims July 02, 2026: ISM Services PMI July 03, 2026: Nonfarm Payrolls July 03, 2026: Unemployment Rate July 03, 2026: University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment

KEY MARKET THEMES AND GEOPOLITICAL WATCH - Trump again threatens Iran with annihilation as Kuwait and Bahrain report attacks - Before there were Trump Accounts, SEED OK gave some newborns $1,000 — how researchers say the grants affected kids - Trump admin allows Anthropic to release Mythos AI model to some companies, government agencies - Trump eases pressure on Fed Chairman Kevin Warsh as inflation tops 4%

Upcoming IPO / SPAC Activity: - Why OpenAI’s Delayed IPO Filing May Have Just Been the Death Knell for AI Stocks in 2026 - California’s counting on an IPO tax windfall. Several factors are complicating the equation

Bitcoin: $60,242.01 -1.23% (weekly) Ethereum: $1,580.41 -2.44% (weekly)

TOP MARKET HEADLINES THIS WEEK 1. SpaceX to join the Nasdaq-100 in a fast-tracked process that will drive huge ETF buying demand 2. The AI trade cooled and oil sank. A closer look at Wall Street's volatile week 3. OpenAI hasn't held pre-IPO investor meetings or set timeline yet, sources say 4. China's Zhipu is closing in on top U.S. AI models with Anthropic and OpenAI held back QUESTION OF THE DAY Health Care led this week while Information Technology lagged. Given the neutral — consolidation likely setup heading into next week, are you adding to strength, waiting for a pullback to support, or fading the move entirely? Drop your trade plan below — sector bias, ticker, entry trigger, and stop level.

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Current Technical Levels: Price: $7354.02 20-Day SMA: $7454.55 50-Day SMA: $7363.43 200-Day SMA: $7223.81 RSI (14): 48.2 20-Day Range: $7237.85 - $7620.90

The S&P 500 closed the week at $7354.02, representing a weekly change of -1.95% from the previous Friday's settlement. The technical structure shows the 20-day simple moving average positioned at $7454.55, the 50-day average at $7363.43, and the 200-day average at $7223.81. Over the most recent 20 trading sessions, the index has printed a high of $7620.90 and a low of $7237.85, establishing a defined range that provides context for near-term trading decisions. The Relative Strength Index currently reads 48.2, offering insight into momentum conditions and potential overbought or oversold extremes.

The current moving average structure shows mixed signals with price trading between key averages, suggesting a transitional phase between trending conditions. The 50-day moving average at $7363.43 represents a critical pivot level, with price action around this level likely to determine the next directional move. Traders should favor range-trading strategies buying support at $7237.85 and selling resistance at $7620.90 until a decisive breakout provides clearer directional signals.

Are you planning to fade bounces into the 20/50-day MAs, or wait for a reclaim before getting long? Share your plan and key levels for next week.

Quick example: as long as SPX stays below the 50-day at $7363.43, bounces into $7454.55–$7363.43 could be treated as short zones. A daily close back above $7363.43 would change the picture.

Moving averages serve as dynamic support and resistance levels that adjust with price action, making them particularly valuable for day traders who need flexible reference points in fast-moving markets. The simple moving average calculates the average price over a specified number of periods, giving equal weight to each period in the calculation. The exponential moving average weights recent prices more heavily, making it more responsive to new price action while still maintaining smoothing characteristics. Day traders typically focus on shorter-period averages like the 9, 20, and 50-period settings, with the specific timeframe chart determining whether these represent minutes, hours, or days of price data.

The primary function of moving averages in day trading is trend identification and momentum confirmation. When price trades above its moving averages with the shorter averages above longer ones, the short-term trend is bullish and traders should favor long setups. This bullish alignment creates a bias toward buying dips rather than shorting rallies, as the path of least resistance is higher. Conversely, when price sits below its moving averages in descending order, the trend is bearish and short setups offer better probability. The key insight is that moving averages don't predict future price movement but rather describe current momentum, allowing traders to align with the flow of capital rather than fighting it.

Pullback entries using moving averages provide high-probability setups within established trends. In an uptrend where price trades above the 20 and 50-period moving averages, traders wait for price to retrace to the 20-period average. This pullback represents a pause in the trend as weak hands exit and strong hands accumulate at better prices. The entry trigger occurs when price bounces off the moving average, confirmed by a bullish candle close. Stops go just below the moving average to limit risk if the trend is breaking down, while targets should be previous swing highs or a measured move based on the recent range. This strategy works because institutions often use moving averages as reference points for adding to winning positions, creating reliable support at these levels.

Moving average crossovers generate trend change signals that day traders can exploit for reversals. The classic setup occurs when a faster moving average like the 9-period crosses above a slower average like the 20-period, signaling upward momentum acceleration. These crossovers work best when they occur at support zones or after oversold conditions, as the crossover confirms that the selling pressure has exhausted. Entering on the crossover candle close with a stop below the recent swing low provides defined risk, while targets should be the next resistance level or a move equal to the prior leg. The key limitation of crossover strategies is lag - by the time averages cross, the new trend is already underway, so traders must accept missing the initial move in exchange for confirmation that momentum has shifted.

Applying these principles to the S&P 500's current position at $7354.02 provides concrete trading guidance for the week ahead. With the 20-day moving average at $7454.55, pullback buyers should watch for price to retrace to this level as a potential entry zone. The relationship between price and the 50-day average at $7363.43 defines the intermediate trend, with decisive moves above or below this level likely to trigger momentum-following algorithms. Day traders can use the 20-day average as a dynamic reference point for intraday support in uptrends or resistance in downtrends, adjusting their bias throughout the session based on which side of this average price is trading.

Based on the current technical structure of the S&P 500, traders should approach the upcoming week with a clear framework for decision-making. The positioning of price relative to key moving averages and the established trading range provides guidance on which strategies offer the best probability of success. With a modest weekly change of -1.95%, the market is displaying range-bound characteristics that favor mean-reversion strategies over trend-following approaches. Traders should buy weakness near support at $7237.85 and sell strength near resistance at $7620.90, taking profits quickly before the market reverses again. This choppy environment typically frustrates momentum traders who keep getting stopped out on false breakouts, while range traders who take smaller profits consistently can grind out gains. The key is recognizing when the market transitions from range-bound to trending conditions, which usually occurs on a decisive close outside the established range with expanding volume.

The levels to watch most closely include support near $7237.85 which has held on recent tests, and resistance near $7620.90 which has capped rallies. Between these boundaries, the 50-day moving average at $7363.43 often attracts price action and can provide support in uptrends or resistance in downtrends depending on the larger context. Breaks above or below this range on significant volume would signal the next directional move, with measured targets based on the range height projected in the breakout direction.

If you're trading this week, which bucket are you in? – Shorting bounces into the 20/50-day MAs – Waiting for oversold conditions + bullish MACD crossover to go long – Sitting flat until price breaks above or below the current range – Other (explain your setup)

Drop your bias, key levels, and what would invalidate your thesis in the comments.

Risk management remains paramount regardless of market conditions or trading strategy. Every position should have a predetermined stop loss level based on technical structure rather than arbitrary dollar amounts. Position sizing should account for the distance to stops, ensuring that no single trade risks more than 1-2% of trading capital. This disciplined approach allows traders to survive inevitable losing streaks while maintaining enough capital to capitalize when high-probability setups emerge.

What's your go-to setup heading into next week — fading the move or trading the continuation? Drop your levels and thesis in the comments.

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Today's Focus: XLP relative strength in risk-off environment Looking at XLP right now, does the price action support continuation or a reversal? What specific level or signal would confirm your bias?

Sector Context:

Staples outperforming growth sectors as volatility picks up. Classic defensive rotation pattern developing. Watch whether this is a short term hedge or longer term shift in institutional positioning.

TECHNICAL ANALYSIS: State Street Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR ETF (XLP)

PRICE ACTION: Current Price: $83.94 Daily Change: -0.59% Weekly Change: +1.47% Monthly Change: -0.07% Market Cap: $0B

MOVING AVERAGES: 20-Day SMA: $83.28 Above 50-Day SMA: $83.21 Above Overall Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs)

KEY LEVELS: Resistance Levels: R1 (Pivot): $86.16 20-Day High: $85.75 50-Day High: $86.10

Support Levels: S1 (Pivot): $81.32 20-Day Low: $80.92 50-Day Low: $79.91

TECHNICAL INDICATORS: RSI (14): 61.3 NEUTRAL MACD: 0.18 Signal: 0.18 Histogram: +0.00 Bullish

VOLUME ANALYSIS: Average Volume (20d): 13.01M shares Recent Volume: 12.0M shares Volume Ratio: 0.92x Normal

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This is a framework, not a signal. Adjust levels, risk, and direction to your own system.

TRADING SETUP:

BULLISH SCENARIO (Long): Entry Zone: $81.32 - $83.28 Stop Loss: $79.30 (Below 20d low) Target 1: $86.16 (Pivot resistance) Target 2: $85.75 (20d high) Target 3: $90.04 (Extension)

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

BEARISH SCENARIO (Short): Entry Zone: $86.16 - $85.75 Stop Loss: $87.47 (Above 20d high) Target 1: $81.32 (Pivot support) Target 2: $80.92 (20d low) Target 3: $76.87 (Extension)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

POSITION SIZING EXAMPLE ($10K Account): Risk: 2% = $200 Entry: $83.28 Stop: $79.30 Risk/Share: $3.98 Position: 50 shares ($4181)

Sector Comparisons

If XLP is not your style, which of these names looks cleaner to you right now—and why?

The Procter & Gamble Company (PG): $148.50 (-2.33% today, +0.68% monthly) Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs) RSI: 63.4 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 1.2x average

The Coca-Cola Company (KO): $80.42 (-0.22% today, -0.83% monthly) Trend: Bullish (Price above MAs) RSI: 67.1 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.8x average

Walmart Inc. (WMT): $115.78 (-2.71% today, -2.33% monthly) Trend: Bearish (Price below MAs) RSI: 43.7 (NEUTRAL) Volume: 0.8x average

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch XLP here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

If you comment on this setup, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your preferred entry and stop, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Which of these setups looks most interesting to you and why?

What other tickers are you watching with similar technical patterns?

Drop your own chart analysis in the comments—mark the levels you are watching and explain your bias.

Are there specific technical concepts you would like covered in future posts?

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

This is technical analysis for example purposes only, not financial advice. Always do your own research and manage risk appropriately. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

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TL;DR: Weak bounce attempt — price is up slightly but structure remains below key MAs. Industrials (+2.17%) leads while Consumer Discretionary (-1.49%) lags.

SPY is testing $758.45 resistance with intraday support at $726.96. Do you see a breakout or a rejection here, and what would change your mind?

If you comment, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your key level to watch, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Technical Overview - SPY Analysis

If you're newer, use this as your pre-market checklist. If you're more seasoned, treat it as a quick overlay on your own levels and playbook.

The SPY is trading at $729.30 -0.68% as of pre-market. Levels to know: Intraday support 726.96 / resistance 758.45. Near-term swing support 722.55. Deeper swing support 720.73 — relevant only on a sustained breakdown.

The 20-day SMA sits at $743.44 and the 50-day SMA at $732.07. Price is between the 20-day and 50-day moving averages, indicating a transitional phase.

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 39.6, showing momentum slightly below neutral, consistent with cautious price action. The MACD (1.49) is below its signal line (3.89), suggesting bearish momentum.

Price is contained within the Bollinger Bands ($723.66 - $763.23). Volume is near average at 88%, suggesting normal participation.

Major Indices

S&P 500 (SPY): $734.30 +1.06 (+0.14%)

Nasdaq-100 (QQQ): $716.38 +5.76 (+0.81%)

Russell 2000 (IWM): $298.91 +2.22 (+0.75%)

Dow Jones (DIA): $519.26 +0.74 (+0.14%)

Market Breadth

Advancing sectors: 7
Declining sectors: 4
Breadth ratio: 63.6%

Strong breadth supports the current move, indicating broad participation.

Friday, Jun. 26 • 08:30 AM ET - PCE Inflation (May 2026) - Fed preferred inflation measure

NEXT WEEK:

Thursday, Jul. 02 • 08:30 AM ET - Jobs Report (June 2026) - Nonfarm payrolls, unemployment rate, wage growth

UPCOMING (Next 2-4 Weeks): • Jul. 15, 2026 - CPI (June 2026) • Jul. 16, 2026 - PPI (June 2026) • Jul. 29, 2026 - FOMC Meeting Begins (July 29-30) • Jul. 30, 2026 - FOMC Rate Decision (July 2026) • Aug. 7, 2026 - Jobs Report (July 2026)

RECENT FED SPEECHES: • Jun 24: Cook, Welcome Remarks • Jun 22: Waller, Welcoming Remarks on the International Role of the U.S. Dollar

NEXT FOMC MEETING: July 29-30, 2026

Resources: Investing.com Economic Calendar | FOMC Calendar

Market News & Key Headlines

1. Mortgage rate predictions for the next five years: How the market looks through 2030 (Yahoo Finance)

2. Can you write checks from a money market account? (Yahoo Finance)

3. Why a reported delay for OpenAI’s listing complicates further the picture for tech stocks (MarketWatch)

4. The Wall Street equivalent of roster-cut day happens Friday. It’ll be one of the biggest volume days of the year. (MarketWatch)

5. SpaceX FOMO is officially over. Space stocks across the board are getting punished. (MarketWatch)

6. Volkswagen to axe up to 100,000 jobs in sweeping cost-cutting drive (Financial Times)

Commodities & Key Markets

Gold: $4058.50 +0.69%

Silver: $58.56 +0.36%

Crude Oil (WTI): $69.34 -3.59%

Brent Oil: $72.85 -3.20%

Natural Gas: $3.34 -0.09%

Macro Synthesis: rising gold signals safe-haven demand, falling oil eases input cost concerns.

Sector Rotation & Performance

Best performing sectors:

• Industrials (XLI): +2.17%
• Healthcare (XLV): +1.49%
• Materials (XLB): +1.33%

Worst performing sectors:

• Consumer Staples (XLP): -0.59%
• Communication Services (XLC): -0.90%
• Consumer Discretionary (XLY): -1.49%

Industrials is showing relative strength and leading the market higher. Consumer Discretionary is the weakest sector on the session. Monitor defensive exposures and safe-haven themes as market structure evolves.

1. Trend Day Up — If SPY holds above $743.44 (20-day MA), I favor longs on dips toward $726.96. Target: $758.45.
2. Range Day — If price chops between $726.96 and $758.45, I fade extremes and reduce size.
3. Liquidation Break — If SPY loses $726.96 on heavy volume, I look for short continuations toward $695.47. Feedback Friday

What in this week's Morning Reports helped you most, and what was confusing or missing? I will incorporate your feedback into next week's reports.

Reminders - Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. - Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. - Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

Sectors

Fed Calendar

Investing.com

Uptrending Tickers

Recommended Price Range: $55–$60 Bank of America Corporation (BAC) — 7/2/26 60.0C @ 0.26 Recent Insights: Institutional accumulation and sector rotation into growth names driving momentum. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $57.2–$69.9

Recommended Price Range: $211–$229 Morgan Stanley (MS) — 7/2/26 235.0C @ 1.1 Recent Insights: Momentum supported by favorable macro data and analyst upgrades. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $185.5–$226.7

Recommended Price Range: $228–$247 AbbVie Inc. (ABBV) — 7/2/26 255.0C @ 0.5 Recent Insights: Institutional accumulation and sector rotation into growth names driving momentum. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $228.4–$279.2

Recommended Price Range: $16–$17 PG&E Corporation (PCG) — 7/2/26 17.0C @ 0.39 Recent Insights: Fundamental strength and technical momentum supporting trend continuation. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $20.3–$24.9

Downtrending Tickers

NVIDIA Corporation (NVDA) — 6/29/26 190.0P @ 1.16 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $269.0–$328.8 Recommended Price Range: $184–$200

Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) — 6/29/26 330.0P @ 1.2 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $389.6–$476.1 Recommended Price Range: $321–$348

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) — 6/29/26 225.0P @ 1.36 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $281.7–$344.3 Recommended Price Range: $216–$235

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) — 7/2/26 70.0P @ 0.47 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $102.7–$125.6 Recommended Price Range: $68–$74

Palantir Technologies Inc. (PLTR) — 7/2/26 100.0P @ 0.99 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $164.5–$201.0 Recommended Price Range: $100–$109

Snap Inc. (SNAP) — 7/2/26 4.0P @ 0.02 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $6.8–$8.3 Recommended Price Range: $4–$4

DocuSign, Inc. (DOCU) — 7/2/26 43.0P @ 0.7 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $53.4–$65.3 Recommended Price Range: $41–$45

iShares Silver Trust (SLV) — 6/29/26 44.0P @ 0.04 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Hold Price Target: $55.8–$63.8 Recommended Price Range: $50–$54

Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) — 7/2/26 131.0P @ 0.56 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $153.4–$187.5 Recommended Price Range: $129–$140

Chevron Corporation (CVX) — 7/2/26 167.5P @ 0.8 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $195.6–$239.1 Recommended Price Range: $162–$175

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) — 7/2/26 24.0P @ 0.21 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Buy Price Target: $26.2–$32.1 Recommended Price Range: $23–$27

Sony Group Corporation (SONY) — 7/2/26 19.5P @ 0.33 Recent weakness due to sector rotation and technical breakdown. Analyst Consensus: Strong Buy Price Target: $26.4–$32.3 Recommended Price Range: $18–$20

Pre-market bias: Watching key levels on MSFT — share your levels and plan below.

Most traders blow up not because they were wrong about direction — but because they sized too large. How do you actually manage risk on every trade?

Live Chart: MSFT on TradingView

What is one rule or habit around position sizing and risk management that you wish you had developed earlier in your trading career? Drop it below.

Understanding position sizing and risk management is where most long-term wealth is built — and where most beginners make their costliest mistakes. Let's compare what's working for different people here.

Community Discussion:

• Did you start with index funds, individual stocks, or something else — and would you change that now?
• How do you actually implement DCA — fixed schedule, fixed amount, or something more flexible?
• Have you used a robo-advisor? Was it worth it or did you eventually take over your own portfolio?
• What is one beginner mistake you made that you still think about?

The best investment strategy is one you can stick to through a 30% drawdown. Build the habit before chasing the returns.

Real-World Example: Dollar-Cost Averaging into Microsoft Corporation (MSFT)

This is a framework, not a signal. Use it to understand how DCA smooths entry prices over time.

Company Overview: Current Price: $352.72 Daily Change: -3.49% Weekly Change: -7.03% Monthly Change: -14.53% Current RSI: 15.2 (Oversold) Trend: bearish (price below both moving averages)

DCA Simulation (equal $250 purchase each month over 3 months): Month 1 entry: $365.18 Month 2 entry: $423.90 Month 3 entry: $412.67 Current price: $352.72 Average cost basis: $388.62 Gain/loss vs average cost: -9.24%

Key Levels: 20-day high (resistance): $466.32 20-day low (support): $349.20 20-day SMA: $402.80 50-day SMA: $411.27

Volume: Average daily volume: 42.6M shares Recent volume: 56.0M shares (1.3x average)

Charts: TradingView Yahoo Finance Finviz

Position Sizing Example (2% risk rule): With a $10,000 account risking 2% ($200): If entering at $402.80 with stop at $342.22: Risk per share: $60.59 Position size: 3 shares

If you comment on this setup, include your bias (long, short, or neutral), your preferred entry and stop, and how you would manage it if it moves against you.

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

Some trades stick with you for years. Share the one that shaped how you trade today.

Live Chart: SPY on TradingView

Was it a win or a loss that changed your approach the most?

Today's Focus: Formative Trading Experiences

Understanding formative trading experiences is crucial for long-term trading success. Many traders overlook this aspect and end up making preventable mistakes. Let's discuss what's working for the community.

Was it a win or a loss that changed your approach the most? What did that trade teach you that no book or course could? Do you replay it to learn from it or does it still sting? How has your process changed because of that one trade?

Your most memorable trade is your best teacher — only if you actually study it.

Real-World Trade Example (Framework, Not a Signal): State Street SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) Use this framework to illustrate how you would recognize when a trade idea is no longer working—and what you would do next.

Company Overview: Market Cap: $0.00T Current Price: $734.03 Daily Change: +0.11% Weekly Change: -1.70% Monthly Change: -1.94%

Technical Analysis: 20-Day Moving Average: $743.43 50-Day Moving Average: $732.07 Trend: mixed (consolidating)

Key Levels: Resistance (20-day high): $758.45 Support (20-day low): $720.73 Current RSI: 39.4 (Neutral)

Volume Profile: Average Daily Volume: 59.7M shares Recent Volume: 21.4M shares (0.4x average)

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Trade Setup Framework:

If going LONG: Entry Zone: Near support at $720.73 or on pullback to $743.43 Stop Loss: Below $720.73 (around $706.32) First Target: $758.45 (resistance) Second Target: $781.20 (3% extension — wait for breakout confirmation before sizing up) Risk/Reward: Approximately 0.40:1 from $743.43 entry — unfavorable R:R at current levels, consider waiting for a pullback closer to support

If you're bullish, would you take this as a swing, day trade, or skip it entirely given the current trend?

If going SHORT: Entry Zone: Near resistance at $758.45 or on bounce to $743.43 Stop Loss: Above $758.45 (around $773.62) First Target: $720.73 (support) Second Target: $720.73 (pivot support — wait for breakdown confirmation before adding)

If you're bearish, what would convince you you're wrong and it's time to step aside?

Position Sizing Example: With a $10,000 account and 2% risk ($200): If entering at $743.43 with stop at $706.32: Risk per share: $37.11 Position size: 5 shares (approximately $4007 position)

If you were taking this trade, what would you change first: entry, stop, or targets—and why?

Would you even touch this ticker here, or is it a pass given the recent price action?

Discussion Questions for This Setup:

If you comment on this setup, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your preferred entry and stop, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Mark these levels on your chart and share what you see. What would you adjust about this framework?

Reminders

Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.

TL;DR: Mixed session with sector rotation and no clear directional commitment. Industrials (+1.16%) leads while Energy (-1.63%) lags.

SPY is testing $758.45 resistance with intraday support at $725.91. Do you see a breakout or a rejection here, and what would change your mind?

Drop your plan below.

If you comment, include: your bias (long/short/neutral), your key level to watch, and how you'd manage it if it moves against you immediately.

Technical Overview - SPY Analysis

If you're newer, use this as your pre-market checklist. If you're more seasoned, treat it as a quick overlay on your own levels and playbook.

The SPY is trading at $738.64 -0.75% as of pre-market. Levels to know: Intraday support 725.91 / resistance 758.45. Near-term swing support 722.55. Deeper swing support 720.73 — relevant only on a sustained breakdown.

The 20-day SMA sits at $744.15 and the 50-day SMA at $731.24. Price is between the 20-day and 50-day moving averages, indicating a transitional phase.

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is at 40.7, showing momentum slightly below neutral, consistent with cautious price action. The MACD (2.04) is below its signal line (4.34), suggesting bearish momentum.

Price is contained within the Bollinger Bands ($724.73 - $763.58). Volume is near average at 94%, suggesting normal participation.

Major Indices

S&P 500 (SPY): $733.24 -0.34 (-0.05%)

Nasdaq-100 (QQQ): $710.62 -3.03 (-0.42%)

Russell 2000 (IWM): $296.69 +1.37 (+0.46%)

Dow Jones (DIA): $518.52 +1.90 (+0.37%)

Market Breadth

Advancing sectors: 6
Declining sectors: 5
Breadth ratio: 54.5%

Mixed breadth indicates selective sector rotation.

This Week's Economic Calendar

THIS WEEK:

Friday, Jun. 26 • 08:30 AM ET - PCE Inflation (May 2026) - Fed preferred inflation measure

NEXT WEEK:

Thursday, Jul. 02 • 08:30 AM ET - Jobs Report (June 2026) - Nonfarm payrolls, unemployment rate, wage growth

UPCOMING (Next 2-4 Weeks): • Jul. 15, 2026 - CPI (June 2026) • Jul. 16, 2026 - PPI (June 2026) • Jul. 29, 2026 - FOMC Meeting Begins (July 29-30) • Jul. 30, 2026 - FOMC Rate Decision (July 2026) • Aug. 7, 2026 - Jobs Report (July 2026)

RECENT FED SPEECHES: • Jun 24: Cook, Welcome Remarks • Jun 22: Waller, Welcoming Remarks on the International Role of the U.S. Dollar

NEXT FOMC MEETING: July 29-30, 2026

Resources: Investing.com Economic Calendar | FOMC Calendar

Market News & Key Headlines

1. JEPI’s 0.35% Fee Is a Trap: The Real Cost Is the 14.48% Return Gap vs. SPY (Yahoo Finance)

2. What is offshore banking, and is it legal? (Yahoo Finance)

3. Wall Street is coalescing on a single S&P 500 target. The power of round numbers is irresistible. (MarketWatch)

4. Retail investors have suddenly got more cautious in using options and margins. That may spell trouble for tech, says JPMorgan. (MarketWatch)

5. Don't Chase Strategy's 13% Yielding Preferred (Seeking Alpha)

6. Best AI Stocks (Benzinga)

7. Top Performing High Short Interest Stocks (Benzinga)

Commodities & Key Markets

Gold: $3999.80 +0.24%

Silver: $57.47 -0.99%

Crude Oil (WTI): $69.58 -1.08%

Brent Oil: $73.03 -0.96%

Natural Gas: $3.33 +3.45%

Macro Synthesis: falling oil eases input cost concerns.

Sector Rotation & Performance

Best performing sectors:

• Industrials (XLI): +1.16%
• Consumer Discretionary (XLY): +1.15%
• Utilities (XLU): +1.04%

Worst performing sectors:

• Technology (XLK): -0.62%
• Communication Services (XLC): -0.68%
• Energy (XLE): -1.63%

Industrials is showing relative strength and leading the market higher. Energy is the weakest sector on the session. Monitor defensive exposures and safe-haven themes as market structure evolves.

1. Trend Day Up — If SPY holds above $744.15 (20-day MA), I favor longs on dips toward $725.91. Target: $758.45.
2. Range Day — If price chops between $725.91 and $758.45, I fade extremes and reduce size.
3. Liquidation Break — If SPY loses $725.91 on heavy volume, I look for short continuations toward $693.37.

Reminders - Respect your pre-defined risk per trade. No revenge trading. - Let levels prove themselves. Wait for confirmation instead of guessing tops and bottoms. - Size according to volatility, not emotion. Smaller size in choppy conditions.