A series of little news stories are continuing to pressure the market, and the 50day MA has again held. The daily candle is now the second 'spiky' one in as many days. A daily close <sp'1610 would be a real 'bonus' to the bears. VIX is close to going positive.
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Summary
So..Merkel is in a mood, Portugal bond yields are starting to ramp, and Egypt is all set for some socio-political turmoil across Wed/Thursday.
A good time for the US market to be shut.
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A red close would really help the bigger bearish case, although until we're <1600, can't be confident.
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2.14pm.. market SNAPS..to the downside.
Now we'll really get to see who wants to stay long!
VIX..positive...a multi-week floor might finally be in.
Equity bears should be looking for the 19s, by the Friday close