Daily Chart Report π Friday, May 17, 2024
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Friday, May 17, 2024
Indices: Dow +0.34% | S&P 500 +0.12% | Russell 2000 -0.03% | Nasdaq 100 -0.06%
Sectors: 8 of the 11 sectors closed higher. Energy led by a decent margin, gaining +1.40%. Consumer Staples lagged, falling -0.24%.
Commodities: Crude Oil futures rose +0.44% to $79.58 per barrel. Gold futures gained +1.34% to an all-time high of $2,417 per oz.
Currencies: The US Dollar Index was unchanged at $104.50.
Crypto: Bitcoin rose +2.37% to $66,800. Ethereum gained +5.01% to $3,092.
Volatility: The Volatility Index dropped -3.46% to a four-year low of 11.98.
Interest Rates: The US 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.422%.
Here are the best charts, articles, and ideas shared on the web today!
Chart of the Day
π Todayβs Chart of the Day was shared by Renaissance Macro Research (@RenMacLLC).
- Silver broke out to its highest level in over a decade today, surging +6%. This was its best week in over three years, gaining +11%.
- It blasted through resistance around $30/oz., opening the door to significant potential upside. This is rare air for Silver.
- It has built a three-year base from which to launch higher. This pattern also resembles a Head & Shoulders Bottom. A measured move suggests a price target of around $35.
The takeaway: Silver broke out to an 11-year high today after shattering resistance at $30. Itβs resolving higher from a three-year accumulation pattern, and the next upside objective is $35. This also validates the bull market for precious metals.
Quote of the Day
"Can you take me higher?"
β Creed
Top Links
Meme Stocks, Walmart Earnings, and Fresh Stock Market Highs - Trade Risk
Evan Medeiros breaks down this week's price action.
Historic Moves in the Utilities Sector - Bespoke
Bespoke examines the Utilities sector's explosive rally.
Silver Breakout May Lead to Historic Price Rally, Says Joe Friday! - Kimble Charting Solutions
Chris Kimble highlights the breakout in Silver.
Copper Hits New All Time High - All Star Charts
Ian Culler highlights the breakout in Copper.
Is This the Magic Upward Break Everybody Was Waiting For? - StockCharts
Julius de Kempenaer looks for evidence of rotation.