Europe on the mend

Bellwether European transport stock Deutsche Post (DHL is a subsidiary) is in a primary up-trend, indicating rising economic activity.

Deutsche Post

Dow Jones Euro Stoxx 50, representing 50 mega-stocks in the Eurozone, broke through 3100 after a lengthy consolidation (or “line” as Dow would have called it). Breakout matches a similar pattern on the DAX and signals a primary advance with a target of 3500*.

Dow Jones Euro Stoxx 50

* Target medium-term: 3100 + ( 3100 – 2700 ) = 3500

The Footsie (FTSE 100) has also been making some headway but is running into resistance at the all-time high of 7100. Declining Twiggs Money Flow, above zero, warns of medium-term selling pressure. Breach of 6700 remains unlikely but would warn of a correction to 6500.

FTSE 100

Fedex reflects slowing economy

A 30 percent decline on the Fedex weekly chart reflects the slowing rate of economic activity. Recovery above resistance at $70 suggests another bear market rally, but the primary trend is down. Declining 13-week Twiggs Money Flow, below zero, indicates long-term selling pressure.

Fedex

* Target calculation: 70 – (80 – 70 ) = 60

The weekly chart of Deutsche Post AG indicates similar weakness in Europe. We may see a rally test resistance at €11.00 but the primary trend is down and reversal below €9.00 would offer a target of €7.00*.

Deutsche Post DHL

* Target calculation: 9 – ( 11 – 9 ) = 7

Transport stocks warn of declining economic activity

Bellwether transport stocks Fedex and UPS are both in a primary down-trend, warning of a decline in economic activity.

Fedex and UPS

* Target calculation: 85 – ( 100 – 85 ) = 70

Deutsche Post-DHL shows a similar drop of about 30% from its 2010 peak, indicating that European and international shipping are unlikely to fare any better.

Deutsche Post - DHL

* Target calculation: 12 – ( 14 – 12 ) = 10