CHIEF TECHNICAL ANALYST, BUFF DORMEIER, CMT^Ⓡ

This past week, the generals (NDX) made a modest advance of 0.17%, while the troops (IWM) retreated by -1.58%. The S&P 500, on the other hand, saw a 0.46% increase for the week. Despite the price advance, capital inflows and outflows remained balanced, with both totaling approximately $38 billion for the week.

Year-to-date, the generals have performed impressively, showing a gain of 37.11%, whereas the troops have experienced a decline of -1.25%. Earlier in the year, when a similar discrepancy between the generals and troops was observed, we noted that it was customary for the generals to lead and uplift the troops. This observance came to pass from June to August when the IWM rallied by approximately 15%. However, the troops have now relinquished all of those gains and are near their yearly lows.

Overall, Capital Weighted Volume is displaying an upward trend, with higher lows consistently being established. A significant development would be a break above the 380 mark, signifying a potential robust bullish trend. Capital Weighted Dollar Volume is already in a full-on bullish trend and is on the verge of achieving all-time highs.

In the upcoming weeks, my focus will be on the troops as they find themselves in a pivotal position. A healthy market necessitates that the troops (IWM) maintain support above 167 and stay above their yearly low at 162. Should the troops shift into a downtrend, it could serve as a catalyst to weaken the bull market. However, if the troops finally join the rally, their participation could bolster the ongoing bullish action. As for the broad market, the S&P 500 faces critical support at 4200, with notable resistance levels residing at 4450.

Grace and peace my friends,

BUFF DORMEIER, CMT®

Updated: 10/16/2023

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