Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. There’s currently $6.3 trillion sitting on the sidelines in money market funds – the highest we’ve seen in months. With risk appetite fading, it’s no surprise this pile of cash is growing. But here’s the key: when the Fed begins cutting rates and risk appetite returns, this cash could flood back into the markets fast. This surge could catch many off guard, but not those paying attention. Don’t be one of the surprised – be prepared.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. By adding a volume profile to the S&P 500 chart, we get a clearer view of key trading levels. The 545 and 530 zones have seen high-volume activity, acting as magnets for price movement. But it’s the low-volume 538 level I’m watching closely. Historically, levels like this get rejected or blown through quickly. If we don’t see a bounce next week, the selloff could continue. Even so, there are still opportunities in individual stocks if your trading edge holds up in a negative momentum environment.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Today’s chart shows XLF, the ETF tracking a basket of financial stocks. It’s been on a tear recently, surging well past its mid-July highs as the market anticipates the Fed’s upcoming rate cuts. This is just one example of the pockets of strength I’ve been talking about—and there are plenty more if you know where to look. The sharp rise in financials also highlights a crucial trading lesson, which I explain in today’s Insight of the Day.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Today’s chart reveals an intriguing twist from the AAII weekly survey. Despite the sharp selloff on Tuesday, bullish sentiment remains above average, while bearish sentiment has actually decreased. Most would expect the opposite, but the data tells a different story. As I delve into in the Insight of the Day, this divergence is a powerful reminder not to take market signals at face value.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Today’s chart highlights the number of days the S&P 500 has experienced downward moves of -1%, -2%, or over -3%. Notice that tiny bar on the right? We’re still well below the historical average. Yes, yesterday was a big down day, but given how few of these we’ve seen lately, it’s hardly shocking. When you also consider September’s seasonal trends, the market’s behavior makes even more sense. But what’s the real takeaway here? I break it down in the Insight of the Day.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Nvidia just reported jaw-dropping numbers—122% revenue growth and 168% earnings growth, both ahead of analysts’ estimates. But when trading opened on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, which is 7.5 hours ahead of the U.S., NVDA gapped down 7% despite these blockbuster results. Even after a solid prior day, the market’s reaction was sharply negative. This unexpected move highlights a crucial lesson for traders—a lesson I dive into in today’s Insight of the Day. Don’t miss it.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Nvidia just reported jaw-dropping numbers—122% revenue growth and 168% earnings growth, both ahead of analysts’ estimates. But when trading opened on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, which is 7.5 hours ahead of the U.S., NVDA gapped down 7% despite these blockbuster results. Even after a solid prior day, the market’s reaction was sharply negative. This unexpected move highlights a crucial lesson for traders—a lesson I dive into in today’s Insight of the Day. Don’t miss it.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Nvidia just reported jaw-dropping numbers—122% revenue growth and 168% earnings growth, both ahead of analysts’ estimates. But when trading opened on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange, which is 7.5 hours ahead of the U.S., NVDA gapped down 7% despite these blockbuster results. Even after a solid prior day, the market’s reaction was sharply negative. This unexpected move highlights a crucial lesson for traders—a lesson I dive into in today’s Insight of the Day. Don’t miss it.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. September and October are typically rough months for the market, as we saw last year before a November surge. While history doesn’t repeat exactly, it often rhymes. Last year, August was negative, but this time it’s shaping up to be positive. However, don’t be surprised by short-term weakness ahead—it’s likely just seasonal. When it hits, don’t panic. Instead, recognize it for what it is and use it to your advantage. I break down what to do if that happens in today’s Insight of the Day.

Hey, it’s Ross Givens here with the Chart of the Day. Junk bonds can be a key signal for market sentiment. When investors are willing to take on more risk in these high-yield bonds, it usually means confidence is rising. Today’s chart shows how a broad junk bond index has been tracking alongside the stock market, but now it’s breaking out of the range it’s been stuck in all year. This suggests that risk appetite is increasing. If you know how to read these signs, you can position yourself to profit as the market shifts. I explain more in today’s Insight of the Day.