US equities closed a little higher, sp +7pts @ 1995. The two leaders -
Trans/R2K, settled higher by 0.1% and 0.6% respectively. Near term outlook offers the
low sp'1970s, with VIX 15s... before new highs later in the month.
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R2K
Summary
Suffice to say, the R2K remains a real laggard. The 1080 threshold remains critical. All doomer bears seeking a major sign of 'trouble ahead' for the autumn need to see a decisive break of 1080.
Right now, considering the 'minor chop' price action, that look unlikely this month.
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a little more later...