S&P 500 ($SPY) vs. Russell 2000 ($IWM)…Are small-caps heating up?

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In this stock market video, we use technical analysis to compare the recent performance of the S&P 500 SPDR ($SPY) vs. small-cap Russell 2000 ($IWM). Specifically, we illustrate how relative strength in the small-cap index has recently been improving, which is typically a positive sign for the overall stock market.

As a bonus, we then analyze the bullish technical set up in a Gold ETF ($GLD), as well as two individual stocks on our radar screen for potential swing trade entry in the coming days ($BDSI and $DVA).

Press the “play” button to watch the video below (view full screen in HD mode for best quality):

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  • I thnk small caps are heating up for sure...Economy is getting better and they will be the first to reap the benefits

    • Agreed...the technicals indicate the same. Would be nice to get some follow-through and momentum for a while.

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