Will We See Yet Another VIX Divergence?
By Andrew Nyquist
On February 3rd, Â the VIX (Volatility Index) swooned to 16.10 while the S&P 500 hit new near term highs around 1345. Things began...
What the VIX Is Telling Us About the S&P 500
By Andrew Nyquist
Can't deny market strength here. But I certainly can sell into it/short it. What? Â Yeah, that's right, I've been adding to my short...
Quick Take: Tempted by the Punch Bowl?
By Andrew Nyquist
Are we there yet? Â Are we there yet? Feels like an endless state of bliss. But partying at high altitude can be dangerous....
Market Prices Are a Reflection of Market Expectations
By Andrew Nyquist
If you haven't had a conversation with yourself about stock market expectations, then now is a good time. The market has been clicking...
Quick Take: Watching 1333 Closely
By Andrew Nyquist
After hitting 1333 last Thursday, the S&P 500 reversed for 3 or 4 days. It looked like it was setting up for something...
Quick Take: S&P Holding Up Okay Despite Selling
By Andrew Nyquist
With yesterday's whoosh lower, I sold my Double Short S&P 500 index fund (SDS) for a small gain. It was a small position that I...
Technical Analysis 101: Defining Support and Resistance
This past weekend, I spent a couple hours doing some personal finance mentorship. Â I always find the experience rewarding, as it is a chance...
Quick Take: S&P 500 Flirts With Support, Holding Thus Far
By Andrew Nyquist
So is the index just catching its breath for another run higher next week to the 1340-1350 zone, or is this the beginning...
How and Why I Use Short Index Funds
By Andrew Nyquist
Let me preface this article by saying that I have been actively investing for a long time, so please understand that using index...
Quick Take: Weekend Market Update
By Andrew Nyquist
The bulls are definitely going to spend the weekend pounding their chests. And, to be fair, they have every right to be stoked. Heck, the S&P...
