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United States Market Post-Market Review
Volatility Index — CBOE VIX
15.9% Moderate
Gold (GC)
Neutral4,108
+1.44%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Neutral
Weekly
Bearish
Monthly
Bearish
RSI (54.0)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
Price holds above the 20-day moving average at 4,065, preserving the near-term bullish structure. With RSI at 54, the momentum profile supports continued upside. The oscillator has headroom before overbought levels trigger caution. MACD confirms the directional momentum: histogram above zero and widening. The impulse leg has room to extend. Heavy turnover at 8.2x average signals that the smart money is actively positioning. Conviction trade.
Support / Resistance
Support3,962
Resistance4,592
Moving Averages
21-day SMA4,069
50-day SMA4,192
100-day SMA4,443
200-day SMA4,479
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 54.0 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD is expanding positively, highlighting that buyers are firmly in control of momentum.
Bollinger Bands
Bollinger Bands are tightly squeezed, warning of an imminent explosive directional price move.
Volume Analysis
Volume trend is balanced, showing no decisive edge for either buyers or sellers.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Consolidation / Range-bound Structure
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 4,592 |
| 23.6% | 4,443 |
| 38.2% | 4,351 |
| 50.0% | 4,277 |
| 61.8% | 4,203 |
| 78.6% | 4,097 |
| Low (100.0%) | 3,962 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 4,674 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 4,763 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 4,981 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 3,881 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 3,791 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 3,574 |
Trade Setup
Entry
4,108
Stop Loss
4,078
Take Profit
4,167
Risk / Reward
2.0
Neutral
Top Options Strategies
Calendar Spread84%
Sell near-term + Buy far-term (same strike)
Long Strangle68%
Buy OTM Call + Buy OTM Put
Long Straddle68%
Buy ATM Call + Buy ATM Put
Nasdaq 100 (NQ)
Bearish28,929
+1.85%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Bearish
Weekly
Bearish
Monthly
Bullish
RSI (41.6)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
Loss of the 20-day SMA (28,950) flips the near-term structure bearish β the moving average now acts as a ceiling rather than a floor. Momentum at 42 reflects a tape under pressure. Bulls need to push the oscillator back above 50 to shift the narrative. The convergence-divergence oscillator is in bearish mode. Histogram expansion below zero signals sustained selling pressure. Calendar Spread leads the strategy table at 67% β directional bias and vol regime both align.
Support / Resistance
Support27,202
Resistance30,968
Moving Averages
21-day SMA28,997
50-day SMA29,522
100-day SMA27,930
200-day SMA26,650
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 41.6 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD histogram is negative and expanding, indicating sellers hold a strong momentum advantage.
Bollinger Bands
Price is trading comfortably within the Bollinger Bands, representing normal historical volatility levels.
Volume Analysis
Recent volume spikes on down-days warn of active distribution and seller dominance.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Lower Highs and Lower Lows (Downtrend Structure)
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 30,968 |
| 23.6% | 30,079 |
| 38.2% | 29,529 |
| 50.0% | 29,085 |
| 61.8% | 28,640 |
| 78.6% | 28,008 |
| Low (100.0%) | 27,202 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 31,458 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 31,992 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 33,296 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 26,712 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 26,177 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 24,874 |
Trade Setup
Entry
28,929
Stop Loss
29,359
Take Profit
28,068
Risk / Reward
2.0
Sell
Top Options Strategies
Calendar Spread67%
Sell near-term + Buy far-term (same strike)
Long Put60%
Buy OTM Put
Put Ratio Backspread60%
Sell 1 higher Put + Buy 2 lower Puts
S&P 500 (ES)
Strong Bullish7,634
+1.53%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Strong Bullish
Weekly
Bullish
Monthly
Bullish
RSI (52.9)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
The 20-day SMA (7,524) remains unbroken on the downside β bulls retain structural control of the near-term tape. With RSI at 53, the momentum profile supports continued upside. The oscillator has headroom before overbought levels trigger caution. The convergence-divergence oscillator prints a bullish signal. Histogram expansion above zero validates the upside move. The scoring engine flags Long Call with a 96% conviction score β the strongest signal in today's scan.
Support / Resistance
Support7,232
Resistance7,638
Moving Averages
21-day SMA7,528
50-day SMA7,508
100-day SMA7,249
200-day SMA7,057
Moving Average Trends
Bearish short-term cross (21-EMA crossed below 50-SMA) β Trend accelerating downward
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 52.9 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD is expanding positively, highlighting that buyers are firmly in control of momentum.
Bollinger Bands
Bollinger Bands are tightly squeezed, warning of an imminent explosive directional price move.
Volume Analysis
Recent volume is noticeably higher on up-days, signaling strong underlying buyer accumulation.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
V-Shape Recovery / Double Bottom Formation
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 7,638 |
| 23.6% | 7,542 |
| 38.2% | 7,483 |
| 50.0% | 7,435 |
| 61.8% | 7,387 |
| 78.6% | 7,319 |
| Low (100.0%) | 7,232 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 7,690 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 7,748 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 7,888 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 7,180 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 7,122 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 6,982 |
Trade Setup
Entry
7,634
Stop Loss
7,573
Take Profit
7,755
Risk / Reward
2.0
Strong Buy
Top Options Strategies
Long Call96%
Buy OTM Call
Call Ratio Backspread96%
Sell 1 lower Call + Buy 2 higher Calls
Bull Call Spread93%
Buy Call + Sell higher Call
Silver (SI)
Neutral58.26
+1.17%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Neutral
Weekly
Bearish
Monthly
Bearish
RSI (48.3)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
The 20-day SMA at 58.26 continues to act as dynamic support β price remains above it, reinforcing upside bias. With RSI at 48, the path of least resistance remains to the downside until buyers can reclaim the neutral zone. The moving-average convergence divergence oscillator supports the bull case β histogram expanding above the zero line. Participation is heavy at 16.2x average volume β this is not a low-liquidity drift, but a committed directional push.
Support / Resistance
Support55.01
Resistance77.50
Moving Averages
21-day SMA58.43
50-day SMA63.93
100-day SMA70.21
200-day SMA69.94
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 48.3 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD is expanding positively, highlighting that buyers are firmly in control of momentum.
Bollinger Bands
Price is trading comfortably within the Bollinger Bands, representing normal historical volatility levels.
Volume Analysis
Recent volume is noticeably higher on up-days, signaling strong underlying buyer accumulation.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Lower Highs and Lower Lows (Downtrend Structure)
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 77.50 |
| 23.6% | 72.20 |
| 38.2% | 68.91 |
| 50.0% | 66.26 |
| 61.8% | 63.61 |
| 78.6% | 59.83 |
| Low (100.0%) | 55.01 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 80.43 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 83.62 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 91.40 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 52.09 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 48.90 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 41.12 |
Trade Setup
Entry
58.26
Stop Loss
57.53
Take Profit
59.73
Risk / Reward
2.0
Neutral
Top Options Strategies
Calendar Spread70%
Sell near-term + Buy far-term (same strike)
Long Call63%
Buy OTM Call
Call Ratio Backspread63%
Sell 1 lower Call + Buy 2 higher Calls
Dollar Index (DX)
Strong Bearish99.97
+0.17%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Strong Bearish
Weekly
Bearish
Monthly
Bullish
RSI (35.8)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
Near-term weakness is evident with price trading below the 20-day SMA (101). The 36 reading on the momentum gauge signals persistent softness. Sellers maintain the edge until a reclaim of the 50-line. On the MACD, the fast line has crossed below the signal line with a negative histogram β confirming the bearish momentum shift. The structured approach identifies Long Put at 83% as the highest-probability play. Risk/reward and regime fit both favour this setup.
Support / Resistance
Support98.75
Resistance102
Moving Averages
21-day SMA101
50-day SMA100
100-day SMA99.71
200-day SMA99.14
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 35.8 confirms strong selling momentum, though nearing oversold territory.
MACD Analysis
MACD histogram is negative and expanding, indicating sellers hold a strong momentum advantage.
Bollinger Bands
Bollinger Bands are tightly squeezed, warning of an imminent explosive directional price move.
Volume Analysis
Volume trend is balanced, showing no decisive edge for either buyers or sellers.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Inverted V-Shape / Double Top Formation
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 102 |
| 23.6% | 101 |
| 38.2% | 101 |
| 50.0% | 100 |
| 61.8% | 99.92 |
| 78.6% | 99.40 |
| Low (100.0%) | 98.75 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 102 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 103 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 104 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 98.35 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 97.92 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 96.87 |
Trade Setup
Entry
99.97
Stop Loss
100
Take Profit
99.35
Risk / Reward
2.0
Strong Sell
Top Options Strategies
Long Put83%
Buy OTM Put
Put Ratio Backspread83%
Sell 1 higher Put + Buy 2 lower Puts
Bear Put Spread80%
Buy Put + Sell lower Put
Dow Jones (DJI)
Strong Bullish53,178
+1.32%
Intraday
Bullish
Daily
Strong Bullish
Weekly
Bullish
Monthly
Bullish
RSI (55.9)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
The 20-day SMA (52,356) remains unbroken on the downside β bulls retain structural control of the near-term tape. Momentum holds constructive at 56 β firmly in bullish territory with room to run before the tape gets stretched. The MACD reading adds conviction to the long thesis β positive and expanding histogram with a bullish signal-line cross. Quantitative screening across 31 structures identifies Long Call (90%) as today's top-ranked setup.
Support / Resistance
Support49,697
Resistance53,289
Moving Averages
21-day SMA52,390
50-day SMA51,769
100-day SMA49,940
200-day SMA49,085
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 55.9 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD is expanding positively, highlighting that buyers are firmly in control of momentum.
Bollinger Bands
Price has broken above the upper Bollinger Band, indicating strong upward strength but risk of reversion.
Volume Analysis
Recent volume is noticeably higher on up-days, signaling strong underlying buyer accumulation.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
V-Shape Recovery / Double Bottom Formation
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 53,289 |
| 23.6% | 52,442 |
| 38.2% | 51,917 |
| 50.0% | 51,493 |
| 61.8% | 51,070 |
| 78.6% | 50,466 |
| Low (100.0%) | 49,697 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 53,756 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 54,266 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 55,509 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 49,231 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 48,720 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 47,478 |
Trade Setup
Entry
53,178
Stop Loss
52,801
Take Profit
53,933
Risk / Reward
2.0
Strong Buy
Top Options Strategies
Long Call90%
Buy OTM Call
Call Ratio Backspread90%
Sell 1 lower Call + Buy 2 higher Calls
Bull Call Spread87%
Buy Call + Sell higher Call
Crude Oil (CL)
Bearish80.19
-5.29%
Intraday
Bearish
Daily
Bearish
Weekly
Bullish
Monthly
Bullish
RSI (51.1)Neutral
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Analyst Summary
Near-term weakness is evident with price trading below the 20-day SMA (80.86). RSI at 51 holds above the 50-line, confirming the bullish directional bias without yet reaching overbought extremes. On the MACD front, the histogram is positive and the fast line sits above the signal line β textbook bullish configuration. Quantitative screening across 31 structures identifies Long Put (65%) as today's top-ranked setup.
Support / Resistance
Support67.04
Resistance103
Moving Averages
21-day SMA80.27
50-day SMA81.85
100-day SMA90.02
200-day SMA75.90
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 51.1 is well within the neutral zone, showing balanced momentum without extreme conditions.
MACD Analysis
MACD is expanding positively, highlighting that buyers are firmly in control of momentum.
Bollinger Bands
Price is trading comfortably within the Bollinger Bands, representing normal historical volatility levels.
Volume Analysis
Volume trend is balanced, showing no decisive edge for either buyers or sellers.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Consolidation / Range-bound Structure
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 103 |
| 23.6% | 94.25 |
| 38.2% | 89.05 |
| 50.0% | 84.85 |
| 61.8% | 80.65 |
| 78.6% | 74.66 |
| Low (100.0%) | 67.04 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 107 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 112 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 125 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 62.41 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 57.35 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 45.03 |
Trade Setup
Entry
80.19
Stop Loss
83.09
Take Profit
74.39
Risk / Reward
2.0
Sell
Top Options Strategies
Long Put65%
Buy OTM Put
Put Ratio Backspread65%
Sell 1 higher Put + Buy 2 lower Puts
Calendar Spread63%
Sell near-term + Buy far-term (same strike)
Natural Gas (NG)
Strong Bearish2.77
+0.69%
Intraday
Bearish
Daily
Strong Bearish
Weekly
Bearish
Monthly
Bearish
RSI (39.3)Neutral
OVERSOLDNEUTRALOVERBOUGHT
Analyst Summary
The 20-day average at 2.89 has failed as support, transitioning into resistance. Price must reclaim it to neutralize the bearish signal. Momentum at 39 reflects a tape under pressure. Bulls need to push the oscillator back above 50 to shift the narrative. MACD histogram negative and deepening β the momentum profile reinforces the short-side thesis. The scoring engine flags Long Put with a 80% conviction score β the strongest signal in today's scan.
Support / Resistance
Support2.62
Resistance3.44
Moving Averages
21-day SMA2.91
50-day SMA3.06
100-day SMA2.95
200-day SMA3.44
Moving Average Trends
No significant recent moving average crosses.
Momentum (RSI)
RSI at 39.3 confirms strong selling momentum, though nearing oversold territory.
MACD Analysis
MACD histogram is negative and expanding, indicating sellers hold a strong momentum advantage.
Bollinger Bands
Price is trading comfortably within the Bollinger Bands, representing normal historical volatility levels.
Volume Analysis
Volume trend is balanced, showing no decisive edge for either buyers or sellers.
Chart Pattern / Confluence
Lower Highs and Lower Lows (Downtrend Structure)
Fibonacci Retracements
| Level | Price |
|---|---|
| High (0.0%) | 3.44 |
| 23.6% | 3.25 |
| 38.2% | 3.13 |
| 50.0% | 3.03 |
| 61.8% | 2.93 |
| 78.6% | 2.80 |
| Low (100.0%) | 2.62 |
Extensions
| Extension | Price |
|---|---|
| Ext 1.13 (Up) | 3.55 |
| Ext 1.272 (Up) | 3.66 |
| Ext 1.618 (Up) | 3.95 |
| Ext 1.13 (Dn) | 2.51 |
| Ext 1.272 (Dn) | 2.40 |
| Ext 1.618 (Dn) | 2.11 |
Trade Setup
Entry
2.77
Stop Loss
2.83
Take Profit
2.64
Risk / Reward
2.0
Strong Sell
Top Options Strategies
Long Put80%
Buy OTM Put
Put Ratio Backspread80%
Sell 1 higher Put + Buy 2 lower Puts
Bear Put Spread77%
Buy Put + Sell lower Put
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