After Friday’s narrow consolidation between 1970 and 1990, S&P 500 September 2015 E-mini futures broke support at 1970, indicating moderate selling pressure.
Sound domestic economic performance is likely to ensure that the S&P 500 returns to its primary up-trend in the medium- to long-term, but upheaval in international financial markets may have sapped investor confidence in the short- to medium-term. The doji star on the daily chart reflects indecision. A close below 1970 would suggest another test of support at 1870, with respect of resistance at 2000 a bearish sign. A 21-day Twiggs Money Flow peak below zero would also warn of selling pressure. Follow-through above 2000 is less likely, but would indicate light selling and a snappy recovery.
NYSE volumes reflect the increase in activity, starting Friday August 21st, with daily volumes over 2 billion and short sales jumping to 800 million. It will be worth keeping an eye on short sales this week. Recovery above 600 million would warn of rising selling pressure.
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