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Stocks Soar on Hopes of Iran War Resolution — Plus, Lilly Takes a Big Swing in Sleep Disorders
NewsMar 31, 2026

Stocks Soar on Hopes of Iran War Resolution — Plus, Lilly Takes a Big Swing in Sleep Disorders

U.S. equities surged as the S&P 500 jumped more than 2% on emerging signs that Iran may be moving toward a cease‑fire, buoyed by unconfirmed diplomatic overtures and a Trump statement supporting de‑escalation. Oil prices eased modestly, with WTI crude slipping...

By CNBC – Health & Science
NFXL: Leveraged Exposure To NFLX
NewsMar 31, 2026

NFXL: Leveraged Exposure To NFLX

The Direxion Daily NFLX Bull 2x ETF (NFXL) delivers 200% of Netflix’s daily price movement by combining actual NFLX shares with swap contracts. Launched on October 3, 2024, the fund holds roughly $130 million in assets and trades about $27.6 million each day, with...

By Seeking Alpha — Site feed
Market Trading Guide: Buy DMart & IPCA Laboratories on Wednesday for Short-Term Gains up to 14%. Here’s Why
NewsMar 31, 2026

Market Trading Guide: Buy DMart & IPCA Laboratories on Wednesday for Short-Term Gains up to 14%. Here’s Why

The Nifty index slipped toward its swing low after a 5% FY decline, with technical analysts spotting bullish reversal signals near the 22,200 level. They recommend buying IPCA Laboratories at about ₹1,602 (~$19) targeting ₹1,826 (~$22) for a 14% upside,...

By The Economic Times – Markets
Pre-Market IV Report March 31, 2026
NewsMar 31, 2026

Pre-Market IV Report March 31, 2026

The pre‑market IV report shows implied volatility surging for several semiconductor and tech names, with SanDisk (SNDK) at 104, Western Digital (WDC) at 93 and Micron (MU) at 72, all near the top of their 52‑week ranges. Straddle pricing signals...

By Market Rebellion – Options News
D-Wave Quantum Has Been Cut in Half—Can a Leveraged ETF Help Bulls?
NewsMar 31, 2026

D-Wave Quantum Has Been Cut in Half—Can a Leveraged ETF Help Bulls?

D‑Wave Quantum’s stock has slumped more than 50% year‑to‑date in 2026 after a rally last year, leaving investors wary of further downside. The Tradr 2X Long QBTS Daily ETF (QBTX) offers 2× leveraged exposure to the daily price moves of...

By MarketBeat – News
Evercore ISI Predicts 'Inflection Point' Is Days Away, Plans to Commit Capital if S&P 500 Drops to This Level
NewsMar 30, 2026

Evercore ISI Predicts 'Inflection Point' Is Days Away, Plans to Commit Capital if S&P 500 Drops to This Level

Evercore ISI managing director Julian Emanuel warned that the market is approaching an inflection point within days, hinging on President Donald Trump's decision on Iran's energy facilities on April 6. He said Evercore will commit new capital if the S&P 500 falls...

By CNBC – Markets
Trading Day: Growth Fears Snowball
NewsMar 30, 2026

Trading Day: Growth Fears Snowball

Oil prices rose sharply as Brent crude briefly touched $115 per barrel after former President Donald Trump warned of potential attacks on Iranian energy infrastructure. Gold edged higher, buoyed by dip‑buying and reassuring comments from Fed Chair Jerome Powell. U.S....

By Investing.com – News
The Charts Show Semiconductor Stocks Are Vulnerable to a Big Pullback, Says Katie Stockton
NewsMar 30, 2026

The Charts Show Semiconductor Stocks Are Vulnerable to a Big Pullback, Says Katie Stockton

Semiconductor stocks have been a bright spot this year, with the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (SMH) beating the S&P 500 by roughly 7 percentage points YTD. Technical analysis from Katie Stockton flags a nine‑month corrective phase, citing Tom DeMark’s TD Combo sell signals and...

By CNBC – ETFs
These Four Stocks Flash Strength In Weak Market. One Is A Data Center Play.
NewsMar 30, 2026

These Four Stocks Flash Strength In Weak Market. One Is A Data Center Play.

Investor’s Business Daily’s screener highlights four stocks showing relative‑strength momentum despite a weak market. ESCO Technologies (ESE) is in a late‑stage flat base with a buy point near $291.31, while Riley Exploration Permian (REPX) approaches a $37.55 entry after a...

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
All Eyes on the S&P 500 After Other Indexes Slip Into Correction Territory, Says NYSE Insider Jay Woods
NewsMar 30, 2026

All Eyes on the S&P 500 After Other Indexes Slip Into Correction Territory, Says NYSE Insider Jay Woods

After the Dow, Nasdaq and Russell 2000 slipped more than 10% from recent peaks, the S&P 500 sits just over 9% below its high, prompting market focus on a potential correction. NYSE insider Jay Woods highlighted two key technical thresholds—6,200, representing a...

By CNBC – ETFs
XLE: Sell Oil And Buy Oil Company Shares
NewsMar 30, 2026

XLE: Sell Oil And Buy Oil Company Shares

The Iran‑Israel conflict sparked the biggest oil‑supply shock on record, pushing crude prices up 39%. Analysts now expect prices to ease back toward roughly $80 per barrel in April, still well above pre‑war levels. This price correction is expected to...

By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
Stock Market Today: Futures Advance to Begin Holiday-Shortened Week After Major Indexes Decline for 5th Straight Week
NewsMar 30, 2026

Stock Market Today: Futures Advance to Begin Holiday-Shortened Week After Major Indexes Decline for 5th Straight Week

U.S. equity futures rose about 0.6% on Monday, signaling a tentative rebound after five consecutive weeks of index declines. The Dow Jones slipped into a 10% correction, shedding roughly 800 points, while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 also posted losses on...

By Investopedia — Economics
Bank of America Has Blunt Message on Stocks and Bonds for Q2
NewsMar 30, 2026

Bank of America Has Blunt Message on Stocks and Bonds for Q2

Bank of America technical analyst Paul Ciana warns that the second quarter will be challenging for equities, bonds and gold. He sees the S&P 500 in a downtrend with downside targets at 6,340, 6,175 and 6,000 and resistance near 6,810....

By TheStreet — Full feed
Markets Bleed at Midday: Sensex Down 1,053 Points, Banks Lead Losses as Crude Tops $115
NewsMar 30, 2026

Markets Bleed at Midday: Sensex Down 1,053 Points, Banks Lead Losses as Crude Tops $115

Indian equities slumped at midday on March 30, with the BSE Sensex dropping 1,053 points (‑1.43%) to 72,530 and the NSE Nifty 50 falling 304 points (‑1.34%) to 22,515. The sell‑off was driven by crude oil climbing above $115 per barrel...

By The Hindu BusinessLine – Markets
Commercial Metals Stock Price Poised to Slingshot Higher in Q3
NewsMar 29, 2026

Commercial Metals Stock Price Poised to Slingshot Higher in Q3

Commercial Metals Company (CMC) saw its stock slip to $58.25, near a six‑month low, as macro‑economic worries and geopolitical tension weighed on sentiment. Despite the dip, the firm posted a robust Q2 2026, with revenue climbing 21.7% to roughly $2.15 billion...

By MarketBeat – News
Why This PSU General Insurer’s Shares Can Be Accumulated on Dips Now
NewsMar 28, 2026

Why This PSU General Insurer’s Shares Can Be Accumulated on Dips Now

New India Assurance (NIACL), India’s largest PSU general insurer, has slipped 43% from its 52‑week high, now trading around ₹121.85 (~$1.47) per share, or 0.9 × its trailing book value, giving a market‑cap of roughly $2.4 billion. The stock is 25% below...

By The Hindu Business Line
As Stocks and Bonds Fall, and Oil Hits $100, a Futures Trade that Boomed in 2022 May Again Be a...
NewsMar 28, 2026

As Stocks and Bonds Fall, and Oil Hits $100, a Futures Trade that Boomed in 2022 May Again Be a...

Managed‑future strategies, long favored by hedge funds, are seeing renewed investor interest as stocks and bonds tumble amid geopolitical tension and stagflation fears. The niche managed‑futures ETF sector, now holding roughly $6.5 bn, has attracted about $1 bn of inflows this year,...

By CNBC – Finance/Markets Top Stories
Buy or Sell: Sumeet Bagadia Recommends Three Stocks to Buy on Monday — 30 March 2026
NewsMar 28, 2026

Buy or Sell: Sumeet Bagadia Recommends Three Stocks to Buy on Monday — 30 March 2026

Sumeet Bagadia of Choice Broking flagged three Indian equities—ONGC, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Bharti Airtel—as buy candidates for the week of March 30, 2026. He cited a market environment marked by weak sentiment and persistent selling pressure, suggesting opportunistic...

By Mint (LiveMint) – Markets
SVIX: The Bulk Of The VIX Spike Is Now Behind Us (Rating Upgrade)
NewsMar 28, 2026

SVIX: The Bulk Of The VIX Spike Is Now Behind Us (Rating Upgrade)

SVIX, the -1x Short VIX Futures ETF, has fallen roughly 37% since Binary Tree Analytics' last sell recommendation, underscoring its extreme volatility. The fund is designed solely as a short‑term trading vehicle, not a buy‑and‑hold investment. Recent macro pressures, notably...

By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
How Too Many Drivers Spoil UGL
NewsMar 27, 2026

How Too Many Drivers Spoil UGL

ProShares Ultra Gold (UGL) is a 2x leveraged ETF designed for short‑term gold bets, not long‑term exposure. After posting a 77.73% gain over the past year and a 236.51% gain over three years, the fund has reversed sharply, sliding 30.79%...

By Seeking Alpha – ETFs & Funds
Major US Stock Indices Close Lower. Major Indices Close Lower for the 5th Week.
NewsMar 27, 2026

Major US Stock Indices Close Lower. Major Indices Close Lower for the 5th Week.

The Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq all closed lower on the day, extending a five‑week streak of weekly declines. The S&P 500 posted its worst weekly slide in four years, falling 2.12% for the week and 1.67% on the day....

By ForexLive
Natural Gas Stock Flares Up To A High, Pork Name Looks Appetizing
NewsMar 27, 2026

Natural Gas Stock Flares Up To A High, Pork Name Looks Appetizing

Alliant Energy’s shares surged back toward their mid‑March record high of $73.41 as natural‑gas prices climb, with analysts forecasting 6% profit growth in 2026 and 8% in 2027. Smithfield Foods hit an all‑time high after reporting a 69% jump in...

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
Watch for This Buy Signal Before Jumping Into Stocks. It's Right 9 Out of 10 Times.
NewsMar 27, 2026

Watch for This Buy Signal Before Jumping Into Stocks. It's Right 9 Out of 10 Times.

The CBOE Volatility Index (VIX) has surged past 30, and analysts note that when it reaches 40 it has historically signaled a market bottom and subsequent rally. Since 1990, the S&P 500 has risen more than 30% within a year in...

By Motley Fool – Investing
This Biotech Holds Up In Buy Zone Despite Falling Market
NewsMar 27, 2026

This Biotech Holds Up In Buy Zone Despite Falling Market

United Therapeutics (UTHR) remains in a technical buy zone despite a sharp market sell‑off, with its relative‑strength line climbing and a Composite Rating of 97. The biotech posted earnings of $7.70 per share, up 24 % on revenue of $790.2 million, while...

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
Stocks Making the Biggest Moves Midday: Brown-Forman, Entergy, Meta Platforms, Carnival, Argan & More
NewsMar 27, 2026

Stocks Making the Biggest Moves Midday: Brown-Forman, Entergy, Meta Platforms, Carnival, Argan & More

Entergy surged over 8% after announcing a $2 billion savings partnership with Meta for a Louisiana data center. Brown‑Forman jumped 6% as it entered merger talks with Pernod Ricard, while Carnival trimmed its full‑year EPS guidance to $2.21, sending cruise stocks lower....

By CNBC – Markets
USDJPY Cracks Above 160.00 for the First Time Since July 2024
NewsMar 27, 2026

USDJPY Cracks Above 160.00 for the First Time Since July 2024

The USD/JPY pair surged past the 160.00 mark, reaching a high of 160.29 – the first breach since July 2024. The move briefly cleared the 2024 swing zone around 160.25 but stalled after only a few pips, indicating limited conviction....

By ForexLive
Gold Digger: Is Gold Losing Its Cool?
NewsMar 27, 2026

Gold Digger: Is Gold Losing Its Cool?

Gold’s spot price has slumped 17.5% to $4,456 per ounce, pushing the metal into a technical bear market after peaking at $5,405 in January. The broader miner index (GDX) has underperformed even more, falling 28.9% since the Iran conflict began,...

By Stockhead – Resources (Australia)
This Emerging Market Is Sizzling While U.S. Stocks Falter, Charts Show
NewsMar 26, 2026

This Emerging Market Is Sizzling While U.S. Stocks Falter, Charts Show

Mexico’s equity market, tracked by the iShares MSCI Mexico ETF (EWW), has staged a dramatic rebound after a 34% slump in 2024, delivering a 50% rally in 2025 and breaking out above the $71 resistance level in early 2026. The...

By CNBC – ETFs
Curtiss-Wright Holds Support, Eyes Entry Amid Defense Spending Boom
NewsMar 26, 2026

Curtiss-Wright Holds Support, Eyes Entry Amid Defense Spending Boom

Curtiss‑Wright posted record fiscal‑year results, with revenue climbing 12% to $3.5 billion and free cash flow surging to $554 million, a 111% conversion rate. Defense electronics sales rose 17% and naval power revenue jumped 21%, while the company secured a $400 million Boeing...

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
Data Center Infrastructure Name Sets Up In A Base
NewsMar 26, 2026

Data Center Infrastructure Name Sets Up In A Base

Hubbell (HUBB) surged about 55% year‑to‑date, outpacing roughly 86% of stocks, as its modular electrical solutions helped data‑center infrastructures operate up to 30% faster. The company beat fourth‑quarter earnings and sales estimates, posting 9% organic sales growth and a 15%...

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
Air Carrier's Recent Reversal Points To A Bear Call Spread
NewsMar 26, 2026

Air Carrier's Recent Reversal Points To A Bear Call Spread

United Airlines (UAL) stock reversed lower on Wednesday after a brief rally sparked by higher revenue projections. The pullback has prompted a recommendation for a bear call spread that bets the price will stay below $100 through the April 17 expiration....

By Investor’s Business Daily (IBD) – Markets/Business
Use Options to Play a Potential Invesco Runup in Wake of Janus Henderson Deal
NewsMar 26, 2026

Use Options to Play a Potential Invesco Runup in Wake of Janus Henderson Deal

Invesco (IVZ) is positioned to benefit from the recent Janus Henderson acquisition wave, as the deal underscores a broader undervaluation in the asset‑management sector. The firm’s $2.26 trillion AUM and a solid 21‑cent quarterly dividend contrast with a market price that...

By CNBC – ETFs
Buy on the Dip Prospects: March 25 Edition
NewsMar 25, 2026

Buy on the Dip Prospects: March 25 Edition

The March 25 “Buy on the Dip” prospects list flags 150 ETFs that meet a dual‑trend screen—50‑day moving average above the 200‑day average and price below the five‑day average—while also clearing a one‑million‑share liquidity threshold. The selection mirrors the recent U.S....

By ETF Database (VettaFi)
Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 25, 2026
NewsMar 25, 2026

Closing Grain and Livestock Futures: March 25, 2026

U.S. grain futures closed higher on March 25, with May corn edging up to $4.67 per bushel and soybeans climbing to $11.71. Livestock prices slipped, as April live cattle fell to $234.42 and feeder cattle slipped modestly, while lean hogs...

By Brownfield Ag News
This Athleisure Giant Is Primed for a Sharp Move Lower. How to Trade It Using Options
NewsMar 25, 2026

This Athleisure Giant Is Primed for a Sharp Move Lower. How to Trade It Using Options

Lululemon (LULU) is confronting a slowdown as stagflationary pressures erode premium discretionary demand. The stock has repeatedly tested a long‑term support level near $160, and a decisive break could push it toward $140. While its net margin of roughly 14%...

By CNBC – ETFs
The Nasdaq Could Pop 2% On Today’s News
NewsMar 25, 2026

The Nasdaq Could Pop 2% On Today’s News

The Nasdaq rallied 1.1% on Wednesday as oil prices fell sharply amid U.S.–Iran peace talks and Arm Holdings announced its entry into physical silicon production. Arm’s debut AGI CPU, slated for data‑center use with Meta as its first customer, is...

By Yahoo Finance – Top Financial News
Wednesday's Big Stock Stories: What’s Likely to Move the Market in the Next Trading Session
NewsMar 24, 2026

Wednesday's Big Stock Stories: What’s Likely to Move the Market in the Next Trading Session

Meta Platforms was hit with a $375 million verdict in a New Mexico child‑exploitation case, a liability that represents roughly 0.6% of its Q4 revenue of nearly $60 billion. The small‑cap Russell 2000 index has rallied 2.75% over the past two days but remains...

By CNBC – ETFs
Stock Movers: KB Homes, Arm, ImmunityBio (Podcast)
NewsMar 24, 2026

Stock Movers: KB Homes, Arm, ImmunityBio (Podcast)

KB Home's shares fell 5% after its second‑quarter delivery forecast missed analyst estimates. Arm Holdings announced it will start selling its own chips, targeting $15 billion in annual revenue within five years, though its stock slipped 1.41% on the news. ImmunityBio's...

By Bloomberg — Business
How 0DTE Options Can Explain Market Movement
NewsMar 24, 2026

How 0DTE Options Can Explain Market Movement

Record‑breaking options activity continues into 2026, with total volume up 24% year‑over‑year in 2025 and early‑year data showing no slowdown. Zero‑days‑to‑expiry (0DTE) contracts captured a historic 63% of SPX trading volume in February, reshaping options from long‑term hedges to daily...

By Schaeffer’s Investment Research – News & Analysis
The Charts to Watch in Tech, Gold and Emerging Market Stocks as Volatility Persists
NewsMar 24, 2026

The Charts to Watch in Tech, Gold and Emerging Market Stocks as Volatility Persists

Inside Edge Capital disclosed three tactical reallocations amid heightened market volatility. The firm added short‑term Treasury and inverse Nasdaq positions to hedge against a potential break of the Nasdaq‑100 support around 24,000, while increasing tech exposure in its growth portfolio....

By CNBC – ETFs
'Buy the Dip' Signal on Uranium Stock Has Never Been Wrong
NewsMar 24, 2026

'Buy the Dip' Signal on Uranium Stock Has Never Been Wrong

Centrus Energy Corp (NYSE: LEU) fell 4.2% to $188.39, testing a long‑term bullish trendline as oil pressures the nuclear sector. The stock sits within 0.75 of the 320‑day moving average’s 20‑day ATR, a signal that has historically preceded higher prices...

By Schaeffer’s Investment Research – News & Analysis
Monday's Relief Rally in Cruise Lines May Allow for a Better Exit in a Week or Two, Katie Stockton Says
NewsMar 23, 2026

Monday's Relief Rally in Cruise Lines May Allow for a Better Exit in a Week or Two, Katie Stockton Says

Cruise line stocks rallied on Monday, offering a brief relief rally before a likely broader correction. Royal Caribbean (RCL) is testing weekly cloud support around $265, with a potential 50% Fibonacci breakdown target near $199 if the level fails. Carnival...

By CNBC – ETFs
Citadel Securities’ Rubner Sees Short Squeeze Fueling US Stocks Rally
NewsMar 23, 2026

Citadel Securities’ Rubner Sees Short Squeeze Fueling US Stocks Rally

Citadel Securities’ equity strategist Scott Rubner warns that a record‑size short position on U.S. stocks is approaching a potential unwind, setting the stage for a short‑squeeze‑driven rally. He notes that the rally’s magnitude hinges on easing geopolitical tensions, which would...

By Bloomberg — Business
Market Trading Guide: Buy Gujarat Fluorochemicals and HCL on Tuesday for Gains up to 11%
NewsMar 23, 2026

Market Trading Guide: Buy Gujarat Fluorochemicals and HCL on Tuesday for Gains up to 11%

Technical analysts recommend buying Gujarat Fluorochemicals at ₹3,250 (≈$39) with a target of ₹3,595 (≈$43), implying an 11% upside, and HCL Technologies at ₹1,360 (≈$16) targeting ₹1,480 (≈$18), a 9% gain. The suggestions come as the Nifty 50 slipped on...

By The Economic Times – Markets
Delta Has Outperformed Since the Iran War Began. Using Options to Hedge Against Losses
NewsMar 23, 2026

Delta Has Outperformed Since the Iran War Began. Using Options to Hedge Against Losses

Delta Air Lines has outperformed its airline peers since the Iran‑related conflict escalated, with its share price climbing roughly 70% since December 2023 despite jet‑fuel prices surging 180% in Singapore. The airline’s ownership of the Trainer Refinery in Pennsylvania provides...

By CNBC – ETFs
PSEi May Retest 6,000 as Global Risks Dampen Sentiment
NewsMar 23, 2026

PSEi May Retest 6,000 as Global Risks Dampen Sentiment

The Philippine Stock Exchange Index slipped to 6,018.62, down 0.67%, as global geopolitical tensions and a hawkish Federal Reserve pause dampen sentiment. Technical analysis shows support at 6,000 and resistance at 6,150, with the index trading below key exponential moving...

By Philippine Daily Inquirer – Business
Australian Stocks Slide, Eyeing Technical Correction Territory
NewsMar 23, 2026

Australian Stocks Slide, Eyeing Technical Correction Territory

Australian equities slipped on Monday as the S&P/ASX 200 fell up to 2%, pushing the index 10% below its March 2 peak and edging toward a technical correction. Broad market weakness was driven by declines across most sectors, with miners and banks...

By Bloomberg – Markets
Stocks Are Teetering on the Edge of Correction Territory. Why the ‘TACO Trade’ Could Flop.
NewsMar 22, 2026

Stocks Are Teetering on the Edge of Correction Territory. Why the ‘TACO Trade’ Could Flop.

Stocks are edging toward correction as the S&P 500, Dow Jones and Nasdaq have each slipped 6.8‑9.6% from their January highs. The decline is driven by rising oil prices, persistent inflation and an escalating Iran conflict that threatens market stability. The...

By MarketWatch – ETF
Market Trading Guide: Buy Aether Industries and Centum Electronics on Monday for Short Term Gains up to 9%. Here’s Why
NewsMar 22, 2026

Market Trading Guide: Buy Aether Industries and Centum Electronics on Monday for Short Term Gains up to 9%. Here’s Why

The Economic Times' market guide recommends buying Aether Industries and Centum Electronics on Monday, targeting short‑term gains of roughly 8‑9%. Both stocks have formed bullish weekly breakouts after prolonged consolidation, with price action above key support levels and confirming momentum...

By The Economic Times – Markets