Perfect Timing or Going Under Tesla’s earnings came out this week, and the headlines were shocking to say the least. Q4 2025 results, full year results, all in hand now yet the numbers were not what analyst, or the world, were focused on. It’s actually about the change to Tesla’s factory in Fremont, California that stole theContinueContinue reading “Tesla’s Monster Shift: “
Author Archives: Chad Shoop, CMT
Load Up on C.A.R.B.S. in 2026
Alright, we are past the feast of Thanksgiving. And with all we have to be thankful for, just know that most of that is not due to being idle. Idle hands are the devil’s workshop, as the saying from Proverbs 16:27 goes. So, we want to stay active, not just in our physical lives, but inContinueContinue reading “Load Up on C.A.R.B.S. in 2026”
Gold on the Cusp: Why GLD’s Next Move Could Be Explosive
Chad Shoop here. And if you’ve been following the markets for a while, you know I’m always on the hunt for those moments when something big is about to happen. The kind of setup that doesn’t scream for attention yet… but when it breaks loose, everyone suddenly wishes they were already in. Right now, that’s what IContinueContinue reading “Gold on the Cusp: Why GLD’s Next Move Could Be Explosive”
Election Rally is Already Underway… Here’s Why
Last week I wasn’t buying the rally. Well, that changed over the weekend. Chad Shoop back again and this week I’m ready to buy in. Here’s why… I was in shock like I’m sure the rest of the America was. Headlines were showing up on my phone that “popping sounds” were heard at Trump’s rally.ContinueContinue reading “Election Rally is Already Underway… Here’s Why”
Market Crossroads: Spotting the Opportunity in Five Stocks
A select group of stocks, dubbed the “Perfect 10,” are driving a significant portion of the world’s stock gains, highlighting a market condition where the rally is narrow, and many stocks are not participating. This scenario sets the stage for certain stocks to either play catch up or, conversely, foreshadows a potential broader market pullback.ContinueContinue reading “Market Crossroads: Spotting the Opportunity in Five Stocks”
The January Barometer: A Beacon for the Year’s Market Performance?
As we close out January, investors and traders alike turn their attention to an age-old adage: “So goes January, so goes the year.” This axiom, known as the January Barometer, means that the performance of the stock market in the first month of the year can offer a glimpse into its direction for the remainingContinueContinue reading “The January Barometer: A Beacon for the Year’s Market Performance?”
2024 Market Outlook: Sectors to Watch and Avoid – Insights from a Trading Pro
Welcome to 2024! While the market started out with a dud, I want to help set you up for success. Today, we’ll be using my favorite tool to analyze the markets to see which sectors to Bank on going higher in 2024, and which ones are set to Tank. Just as you are lining upContinueContinue reading “2024 Market Outlook: Sectors to Watch and Avoid – Insights from a Trading Pro”
Black Swan Redux: Understanding Market Turbulence in the AI Era
2008 was a “Black Swan” event. The Dot Com bubble was a “Black Swan” event. The pandemic really was a Black Swan event, and the market only dipped about 25%. Compared to 55% and 47% during the 08 and 00 bear market. Yet, investors don’t seem to think that will happen again. I was onContinueContinue reading “Black Swan Redux: Understanding Market Turbulence in the AI Era”
Golden Opportunities Ahead: Navigating the Bull Market with Contango Ore’s Rising Potential
Gold prices are a hot topic. I wrote on gold about a month ago, listing it in the Bank It category and gave you a top stock to go with it: Contango Ore, Inc. (CTGO). Today, I want to revisit those two trades. We’ll look at what’s happened since then and I’ll share with you what I expect to see asContinueContinue reading “Golden Opportunities Ahead: Navigating the Bull Market with Contango Ore’s Rising Potential”
Chart of the Day: Hedging Against Overconfidence
Today is about the hedge funds bearish sentiment in one chart. And it can be taken two ways. One is extremely bullish, while the other, and happens to be my preference, is not so pretty. And it all hinges on a popular investor segment that is worth watching – hedge funds. What we see isContinueContinue reading “Chart of the Day: Hedging Against Overconfidence”