{"id":19424,"date":"2023-04-10T08:52:09","date_gmt":"2023-04-10T12:52:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/?p=19424"},"modified":"2023-06-22T13:17:44","modified_gmt":"2023-06-22T17:17:44","slug":"qqq-spy-support-resistance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/","title":{"rendered":"$QQQ and $SPY: Key Support and Resistance Levels To Follow Now"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-717x538.jpg\" alt=\"$QQQ header image\" class=\"wp-image-19436\" width=\"717\" height=\"538\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-717x538.jpg 717w, https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-110x83.jpg 110w, https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/nasdaq-header-2048x1536.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 717px) 100vw, 717px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned trader or a beginner, keeping up with the stock market&#8217;s crucial support and resistance levels can be challenging. Fear not, as we&#8217;ve got you covered with this timely update on $QQQ, $SPY, and other major indices. Here&#8217;s the scoop&#8230;<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you wondering why the Nasdaq 100 is showing strength, while small and mid-cap stocks are struggling? If so, keep reading this post! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In our previous post, we showed you the <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/200-day-ma-support\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/200-day-ma-support\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">importance of the 200-day moving averages<\/a> in the current market. Those long-term support and resistance levels remain crucial to monitor, but let&#8217;s zoom in for a closer, updated look at the latest developments since then.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll dive into the current market split and analyze key technical indicators for ETFs such as $QQQ, $SPY, $IWM, and $MDY. With a few simple chart walk-throughs, you&#8217;ll have a clear understanding of the market-moving support and resistance levels you simply can&#8217;t afford to ignore. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/#QQQ_%E2%80%93_Nasdaq_100_ETF_Breaks_Out_of_Basing_Pattern\" >$QQQ &#8211; Nasdaq 100 ETF Breaks Out of Basing Pattern<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/#SPY_S_P_500_ETF_Needs_to_Punch_Through_Resistance\" >$SPY: S&amp;P 500 ETF Needs to Punch Through Resistance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/#IWM_and_MDY_%E2%80%93_Small_and_Midcap_ETFs_Struggle\" >$IWM and $MDY &#8211; Small and Midcap ETFs Struggle<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/#Limitations_to_the_Upside\" >Limitations to the Upside<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/blog\/qqq-spy-support-resistance\/#Conclusion_Use_Technical_Analysis_to_Stay_Ahead\" >Conclusion: Use Technical Analysis to Stay Ahead<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"QQQ_%E2%80%93_Nasdaq_100_ETF_Breaks_Out_of_Basing_Pattern\"><\/span>$QQQ &#8211; Nasdaq 100 ETF Breaks Out of Basing Pattern<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Nasdaq 100 ETF ($QQQ) has been showing <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/relative-strength\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/relative-strength\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">relative strength<\/a> lately, leading the market higher and breaking out from a <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/best-stock-breakouts\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/best-stock-breakouts\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">basing pattern<\/a>. However, don&#8217;t let the recent rally fool you&#8212;the Nasdaq 100 index is heavily weighted in a few names (such as $AAPL, $MSFT, $NVDA), which are doing most of the work. <strong>Ideally, leadership should expand during a market rally, but that&#8217;s not happening yet. <\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite the narrow leadership, $QQQ is above the base high and has a shot at testing its major swing high from last summer. The price is currently above the rising 10 and 40-week moving averages, which is a positive sign for the index:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/~rick\/\/charts\/2021\/230406QQQBLOG.png\" alt=\"$NASDAQ 100 WEEKLY\" width=\"715\" height=\"616\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"SPY_S_P_500_ETF_Needs_to_Punch_Through_Resistance\"><\/span>$SPY: S&amp;P 500 ETF Needs to Punch Through Resistance<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The S&amp;P 500 ETF ($SPY) is still struggling to gain momentum, and needs to punch through resistance before it can make any significant progress to the upside. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although the price isn&#8217;t too far off the 2022 summer high, it needs to clear resistance of its downtrend line and prior high before it can make any meaningful gains:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/~rick\/\/charts\/2021\/230406SPYBLOG.png\" alt=\"$SPX WEEKLY\" width=\"715\" height=\"616\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 100%;\" src=\"https:\/\/4966a6ff.sibforms.com\/serve\/MUIFAOf9bvBTF4QnPQ3B5wTW2ecTOeQVIQsf40XycgIcKuG9iuHv5B-HvYxH3oMtYqk8CpnZgIWnQC7OEgNim5fzHUw9Kwzr6lrBD3uDSyXNidYJ15nkTzGwE82gHCC2f2dj1Q5Q3EB2MU2eroD8r3cIH_lmcDlmPFJKVRuLEh35163JTf5gt358GW6sNB_OFbMORhbj45FpQxd2\" width=\"540\" height=\"820\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"auto\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"IWM_and_MDY_%E2%80%93_Small_and_Midcap_ETFs_Struggle\"><\/span>$IWM and $MDY &#8211; Small and Midcap ETFs Struggle<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Russell 2000 small-cap ETF ($IWM) and S&amp;P Midcap 400 ETF ($MDY) were on a roll earlier this year, trading above their rising 10 and 40-week moving averages. However, that&#8217;s no longer the case. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both ETFs were hit hard by last month&#8217;s sudden <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2023\/03\/10\/silicon-valley-bank-collapse-how-it-happened.html\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.cnbc.com\/2023\/03\/10\/silicon-valley-bank-collapse-how-it-happened.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">collapse of Silicon Valley Bank<\/a> and have yet to recover. As such, $IWM and $MDY are now the only major index ETFs still trading below their <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/200-day-moving-average\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/200-day-moving-average\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">200-day moving averages<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>$IWM is in bounce mode, but will eventually have to clear a declining 10-week MA and downtrend line to make any progress to the upside:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/~rick\/\/charts\/2021\/230406MDYBLOG.png\" alt=\"$MDY WEEKLY\" width=\"715\" height=\"616\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>$MDY is looking like a <a href=\"https:\/\/howtotrade.com\/chart-patterns\/bear-flag-pattern\/\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/howtotrade.com\/chart-patterns\/bear-flag-pattern\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">bear flag<\/a>, with resistance from the 40-week moving average:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/~rick\/\/charts\/2021\/230406IWMBLOG.png\" alt=\"$IWM weekly\" width=\"715\" height=\"616\" title=\"\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Limitations_to_the_Upside\"><\/span>Limitations to the Upside<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Our exclusive swing trading report, <em><a href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Wagner Daily<\/strong><\/a><\/em>, has been using a rule-based market timing model since 2002. This powerful tool helps us navigate the markets by keeping us on the sidelines and our accounts safe during weak markets, while prompting us to step on the gas pedal when market conditions are bullish. This model helps members avoid the common <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/trading-psychology\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/trading-psychology\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">pitfalls of emotional trading<\/a> and stay disciplined in their trading approach.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our <a href=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/market-timing-system\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/new.morpheustrading.com\/blog\/market-timing-system\/\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">market timing model<\/a> is currently on a Buy signal, but the split market may limit progress to the upside until the technicals of the aforementioned ETFs improve. As such, it&#8217;s wise to maintain tight risk management and reduced position size until we start seeing more bullish confirmation across the board. As always, be sure to always use protective stops as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion_Use_Technical_Analysis_to_Stay_Ahead\"><\/span>Conclusion: Use Technical Analysis to Stay Ahead<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In this market update, we&#8217;ve explored the split market conditions and analyzed key technical indicators for ETFs such as $QQQ, $SPY, $IWM, and $MDY. While the Nasdaq 100 has broken out from a basing pattern, small and midcap ETFs are struggling. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By using technical analysis, we can identify trends and patterns in the market, which can help us make informed trading decisions. The simple, proven trading strategy of our exclusive <a href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">swing trade alerts service<\/a> has helped more than 70,000 traders since 2002. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don&#8217;t let the split market conditions discourage you \u2013 with the right tools and resources, you can trade with confidence and achieve success. If you&#8217;re ready to take your trading to the next level, sign up for <em><a href=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" data-type=\"URL\" data-id=\"https:\/\/morpheustrading.com\/services\/swing-trade-alerts\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>The Wagner Daily<\/strong><\/a><\/em> report and start your journey towards trading success today! Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned trader or a beginner, we can help you stay ahead of the curve and achieve your trading goals.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Whether you&#8217;re a seasoned trader or a beginner, keeping up with the stock market&#8217;s crucial support and resistance levels can be challenging. <\/p>\n<p>Fear not, as we&#8217;ve got you covered with this timely update on $QQQ, $SPY, and other major indices. 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