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Technicals https://www.benzinga.com/views/taxonomy/term/16890 en Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51935796/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-10?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Good Morning Traders! </p> <p>Today's economic calendar continues the week with a robust slate of data that is likely to drive early session volatility. The morning begins with ADP Employment, followed by a heavy 8:30AM ET data cluster including Philly Fed Non Manufacturing Activity and Retail Sales, both of which will provide key insight into consumer strength and economic momentum. Redbook Retail Sales follows shortly after at 8:55AM ET, offering a more real time look at spending trends. </p> <p>At 10:00AM ET, Pending Home Sales and Business Inventories add further context to economic conditions, while Treasury announcements occur throughout the day. Later in the afternoon, Fed Governor Christopher Waller speaks at 2:30PM ET, which could influence sentiment depending on policy tone. With multiple data points hitting early, expect sharp reactions and increased volatility as markets digest the latest economic signals and adjust positioning accordingly.</p> <p>Now, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.</p> <p><strong>SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)</strong></p> <p>SPY is currently trading around 712.25 as markets continue pressing into new highs with a robust economic calendar set to drive early volatility. If buyers defend this level through the 8:30AM ET data, a move toward 717.25 may develop, followed by 722.00 if momentum builds. Sustained strength above 727.00 would signal continued upside expansion driven by strong positioning. </p> <p>If SPY loses 712.25 with conviction, sellers may press into 707.25. A breakdown there could expose 702.25, and continued weakness may bring the 697.25 region into focus. Expect sharp reactions around retail sales data.<br /></p> <p><strong>Invesco ...</strong></p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51935796/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-10?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors Equities Expert Ideas Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Equities Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Tue, 21 Apr 2026 12:29:01 +0000 RIPS 51935796 at https://www.benzinga.com Credo Technology Shares Climb 6% After Key Trading Signal https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51927284/credo-technology-shares-climb-6-after-key-trading-signal?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="809" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20203023/image-30-1024x809.png" alt="" class="wp-image-30974" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20203023/image-30-1024x809.png 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20203023/image-30-300x237.png 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20203023/image-30-768x607.png 768w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20203023/image-30.png 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p> <p><strong>Credo Technology Group Holding Ltd (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/CRDO">CRDO</a></strong>) experienced a significant Power Inflow alert, a key bullish indicator that is closely tracked by traders who value order flow analytics, specifically institutional and retail order flow data.</p> <p>On April 20 at 10:10 AM EST, CRDO triggered a Power Inflow signal at a price of $164.56. CRDO's price experienced some pullback after an initial price rise during the opening hour of trading, declining slightly prior to the Power Inflow alert. At the time of the signal, and then thereafter, both the retail and institutional trading interest in CRDO shifted more towards the buy side, leading to a steady rise in the stock price, eventually reaching a post-signal high price of $174.61. This Power Inflow signal is aimed to be a bullish indication of institutional and retail interest, spotlighting where traders may be entering the market for the stock.</p> <p><strong>Understanding the Power Inflow Signal</strong></p> <p>The <strong>Power Inflow</strong> alert is a proprietary signal ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51927284/credo-technology-shares-climb-6-after-key-trading-signal?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Credo Technology Shares Climb 6% After Key Trading Signal>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors CRDO Equities Expert Ideas Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas CRDO Equities Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:44:47 +0000 TradePulse 51927284 at https://www.benzinga.com Stock Of The Day: Did Hewlett Packard Finally Break Out? https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/26/04/51920201/stock-of-the-day-did-hewlett-packard-finally-break-out?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong>Hewlett Packard Enterprise Company </strong><a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="HPE" data-exchange="NYSE" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HPE" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HPE">HPE</a>)</a> shares are moving higher on Monday. They had stalled at resistance around the important $25.75 level. But now that this resistance has broken, it could be bullish. This is why we have made Hewlett Packard our <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">Stock of the Day</a>.</p> <p>As you can see on the chart below, back in September, the shares were in an uptrend. There were more shares to be bought than there were for sale. This forced buyers to outbid each other to attract sellers.</p> <p>This resulted in the shares trending higher.</p> <p>When they reached levels around $25.75, the sellers came out of the woodwork. Buyers could purchase all the shares they wanted to without ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/26/04/51920201/stock-of-the-day-did-hewlett-packard-finally-break-out?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Stock Of The Day: Did Hewlett Packard Finally Break Out?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> HPE Stock of the Day Technicals Trading Ideas HPE Technicals Trading Ideas Benzinga Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:42:28 +0000 Mark Putrino 51920201 at https://www.benzinga.com Tesla's Vietnamese Rival VinFast Flashes Golden Cross As EV Push Accelerates https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51918806/tesla-vietnamese-rival-vinfast-flashes-golden-cross-ev-push-accelerates?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong>VinFast Auto Ltd.</strong> <a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="VFS" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VFS" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/VFS">VFS</a>)</a> has flipped the script. After a sharp late-March rally that caught traders' attention, the EV maker has now flashed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/golden-cross">a <strong>Golden Cross</strong></a>—a bullish technical signal that's putting <strong>Tesla, Inc</strong>‘s <a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="TSLA" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA">TSLA</a>)</a> emerging Vietnamese rival firmly back on the radar.</p> <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent042026&t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="644" height="483" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20113344/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-6.47.33-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1416167" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20113344/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-6.47.33-PM.png 644w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/20113344/Screenshot-2026-04-20-at-6.47.33-PM-300x225.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px" /></a></figure></p> <p><em><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent042026&t=be2bearmibe3na1">Chart created using Benzinga Pro</a></em></p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Parabolic Move Sparks Breakout</h2> <p>The setup follows a near-parabolic surge between March 18 and early April, where VinFast stock climbed rapidly on heavy volume.</p> <p>The move was driven by a mix of delivery momentum, expansion buzz in India and Southeast Asia, and a low-float, ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51918806/tesla-vietnamese-rival-vinfast-flashes-golden-cross-ev-push-accelerates?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Tesla's Vietnamese Rival VinFast Flashes Golden Cross As EV Push Accelerates>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> electric vehicles ESG EVs Golden Cross Pro Project Stories That Matter TSLA VFS Technicals Signals Markets Tech Trading Ideas TSLA US88160R1014 VFS ESG Technicals Signals Markets Tech Trading Ideas Benzinga Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:01:24 +0000 Surbhi Jain 51918806 at https://www.benzinga.com Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51916075/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-9?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Good Morning Traders! </p> <p>Today's economic calendar kicks off the week with very limited data, leaving markets largely driven by technicals, positioning, and broader sentiment. The only scheduled release is the 3 and 6 Month Treasury Bill Auction at 11:30AM ET, which may have a modest impact on short term rates but is unlikely to drive major equity movement on its own. </p> <p>With a lack of major catalysts, traders should expect price action to be more technically driven, with momentum and key levels dictating direction. This type of environment often leads to cleaner trend continuation or sharp reversals at key levels due to thinner participation. As the week progresses, markets will begin positioning for more impactful data ahead, but for today, expect a relatively quieter session with potential for steady directional movement.</p> <p>Now, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.</p> <p><strong>SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)</strong></p> <p>SPY is currently trading around 706.75 as markets kick off the week pushing into fresh highs with limited data to disrupt momentum. If buyers defend this level early, a move toward 711.50 may develop, followed by 716.25 if upside momentum continues. Sustained strength above 720.75 would signal continued bullish expansion driven by positioning and trend continuation. </p> <p>If SPY loses 706.75 with conviction, sellers may press into 701.75. A breakdown there could expose 696.75, and continued weakness may bring the 691.75 region into focus. Expect more technical driven movement in a lighter session.<br /></p> <p><strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ)</strong></p> <p>QQQ is currently trading around 642.25 ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51916075/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-9?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> AAPL contributors Equities Expert Ideas GOOGL META MSFT NVDA QQQ SPY TSLA Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas SPY US78462F1030 AAPL US0378331005 MSFT US5949181045 NVDA US67066G1040 TSLA US88160R1014 QQQ US73935A1043 GOOGL US38259P5089 META Equities Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Mon, 20 Apr 2026 14:47:46 +0000 RIPS 51916075 at https://www.benzinga.com How To Use Volume In Trading More Effectively https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51895797/how-to-use-volume-in-trading-more-effectively?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Volume is one of the most widely used trading indicators in market analysis. The underlying idea is straightforward: a price move accompanied by high volume is generally considered more reliable, as it reflects stronger participation from market participants.</p> <p>This apparent simplicity is what made volume so popular, leading many traders to rely on it as a confirmation tool for price movements.</p> <p>Understanding how volume works is essential for anyone involved in trading or building systematic strategies. However, volume is not as easy to interpret as it may seem, and in several contexts it can be distorted or difficult to compare.</p> <p>In this article, we will explore what volume actually represents, then focus on some of the most common pitfalls in its interpretation, along with practical ways to address them.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is Volume in Trading and How the Indicator Works</h2> <p>Volume represents the number of contracts or shares traded over a given period of time. On most trading platforms, it is displayed as a histogram, typically located at the bottom of the chart.</p> <p>To better understand its meaning, consider a simple example: every trade involves a buyer and a seller. When a transaction is executed, volume increases based on the number of units exchanged. For instance, if 1 share is traded, volume increases by 1. If 100 shares are traded, volume increases by 100. In essence, volume simply measures the total number of transactions completed.</p> <p>As shown in Figure 1, volume is always tied to a specific time interval. On a daily chart, for example, each bar in the histogram represents the total number of trades executed during that trading session. This means volume is not cumulative over time – it resets at the beginning of each new interval, reflecting activity within that specific period.</p> <p>From a visual standpoint, it is easy to identify phases of lower activity, characterized by smaller volume bars, and phases where trading activity increases significantly, highlighted by noticeable spikes. This alternating pattern is one of the key reasons why volume has become such a widely used tool for analyzing market activity.</p> <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="591" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/17133959/F1-1024x591.png" alt="" class="wp-image-30803" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/17133959/F1-1024x591.png 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/17133959/F1-300x173.png 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/17133959/F1-768x443.png 768w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/17133959/F1.png 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p> <p><em>Figure 1. Volume indicator in trading: example of a volume histogram on a daily chart</em></p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Why Volume Is So Widely Used by Traders</h2> <p>As mentioned earlier, volume is often used as a confirmation tool for price movements. The underlying assumption is that higher volume reflects participation from larger market players, and therefore from more influential participants.</p> <p>From this perspective, a significant increase in volume is typically interpreted as a sign of stronger interest and engagement, making ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51895797/how-to-use-volume-in-trading-more-effectively?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=How To Use Volume In Trading More Effectively>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors Equities Expert Ideas Futures Technicals Opinion Signals Markets Trading Ideas Equities Futures Technicals Opinion Signals Markets Trading Ideas Benzinga Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:49:46 +0000 Andrea Unger 51895797 at https://www.benzinga.com Stock Of The Day: Did AT&T Just Reverse? https://www.benzinga.com/news/26/04/51895713/stock-of-the-day-did-att-just-reverse?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong>AT&T Inc. </strong><a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="T" data-exchange="NYSE" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/T" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/T">T</a>)</a> is trading sideways on Friday, after shares made a large move higher yesterday. There is a good chance there is some follow-through. This is why AT&T is the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">Stock of the Day</a>.</p> <p>Successful traders understand ‘price action'.</p> <p>The action in AT&T was strong yesterday. Not only did it make a large move higher, it opened near the lows of the day, and it closed near the highs of the day. This means the bulls may have taken control.</p> <p>A useful analogy is a football game. The bears (red candles) got the ball to the bull’s (blue candles) goal line at the $25.50 level.</p> <p>The bull’s defense held out, the bear’s couldn't get into the end zone, and the momentum has completely shifted in the other direction.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">AT&T Chart</h2> <p><figure ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/news/26/04/51895713/stock-of-the-day-did-att-just-reverse?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Stock Of The Day: Did AT&T Just Reverse?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> Stock of the Day T Technicals Trading Ideas T US00206R1023 Technicals Trading Ideas Benzinga Fri, 17 Apr 2026 18:46:29 +0000 Mark Putrino 51895713 at https://www.benzinga.com Netflix Stock Crashed 10% — But This Billionaire Loaded Up $1 Billion Before The Fall: Who's Right? https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51883197/netflix-stock-crashed-10-but-this-billionaire-loaded-up-1-billion-before-the-fall-whos-r?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong>Netflix Inc</strong> <a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="NFLX" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX">NFLX</a>)</a> just flipped from momentum darling to battleground stock — overnight. A near 10% pre-market drop on <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/earnings/26/04/51873181/netflix-beats-q1-earnings-shares-slide-on-soft-guidance-co-founder-exit">weak second-quarter guidance</a> has investors hitting sell, even as one billionaire sits on a billion-dollar bet made just weeks ago.</p> <p> •<strong> </strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">What should traders watch with</a><strong><a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/NFLX" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"> NFLX?</a></strong></p> <p>That tension is where the real story begins.</p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Billionaire Bet Vs Market Reaction</strong></h2> <p>As of the fourth quarter of 2025, <strong>Philippe Laffont</strong> of Coatue Management boosted its Netflix stake by <a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1135730/000091957426001239/xslForm13F_X02/infotable.xml">over</a> 75% to roughly 10.8 million shares, building a position worth around $1 billion.</p> <p>He was buying into strength. The market is now reacting to uncertainty.</p> <p>That sets up a sharp contrast: Conviction ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51883197/netflix-stock-crashed-10-but-this-billionaire-loaded-up-1-billion-before-the-fall-whos-r?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Netflix Stock Crashed 10% — But This Billionaire Loaded Up $1 Billion Before The Fall: Who's Right?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> billionaires NFLX Philippe Laffont Stories That Matter Wizards Technicals Tech Trading Ideas NFLX US64110L1061 Technicals Tech Trading Ideas Benzinga Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:46:16 +0000 Surbhi Jain 51883197 at https://www.benzinga.com Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51881252/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-8?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Good Morning Traders! </p> <p>Today's economic calendar rounds out the week with MOPEX Friday and a relatively light data schedule, meaning price action is likely to be driven primarily by options expiration flows rather than fundamental catalysts. These expiration dynamics often create sharp, mechanical moves as large institutional positions are rolled or closed, leading to increased volatility and potential intraday reversals. </p> <p>The only notable events come from Federal Reserve speakers, including Mary Daly at 11:30AM ET, Thomas Barkin at 12:15PM ET, and Governor Christopher Waller at 2:00PM ET. While no major economic data is scheduled, markets will still be sensitive to any policy related commentary. With MOPEX in play and liquidity potentially thinner into the weekend, expect fast, exaggerated moves driven by positioning and hedging activity. </p> <p>Now, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.</p> <p><strong>SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)</strong></p> <p>SPY is currently trading around 703.75 as markets head into MOPEX Friday with elevated positioning flows likely to drive price action. If buyers defend this level early, a move toward 708.50 may develop, followed by 713.25 if momentum builds into the afternoon. Sustained strength above 718.00 would signal continued upside expansion driven by options related flows. </p> <p>If SPY loses 703.75 with conviction, sellers may press into 698.75. A breakdown there could expose 693.75, and continued weakness may bring the 688.75 region into focus. Expect sharp, mechanical moves throughout the session.<br /></p> <p><strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ)</strong></p> <p>QQQ is currently trading around 642.25 and continues to show strong ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51881252/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-8?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors Equities Expert Ideas Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Equities Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:59:22 +0000 RIPS 51881252 at https://www.benzinga.com Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51860228/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-7?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Good Morning Traders! </p> <p>Today's economic calendar continues the week with a robust set of data releases that could drive early volatility. The morning begins with multiple key releases, including New York Fed Services Activity, Philly Fed Business Outlook, and Jobless Claims, providing insight into regional economic conditions and labor market strength. Later, Industrial Production, Manufacturing Production, and Capacity Utilization offer a deeper look into overall economic output and industrial demand. </p> <p>Additional data includes Natural Gas Inventories at 10:30AM ET, along with Treasury announcements and auctions throughout the midday session. Fed speakers are also active, including New York Fed President John Williams and Governor Stephen Miran at 10:35AM ET. With a dense cluster of economic data and Fed commentary, expect heightened volatility as markets react to incoming information and reassess economic strength and policy expectations. </p> <p>Now, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.</p> <p><strong>SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)</strong></p> <p>SPY is currently trading around 700.50 as markets continue to press into key psychological resistance while digesting a heavy slate of economic data. If buyers defend this level early, a move toward 705.25 may develop, followed by 710.00 if momentum builds through the morning releases. Sustained strength above 715.00 would signal continued upside expansion as bullish positioning remains intact. </p> <p>If SPY loses 700.50 with conviction, sellers may press into 695.75. A breakdown there could expose 691.25, and continued weakness may bring the 686.75 region into focus. Expect volatility around the 8:30AM and 9:15AM data cluster.</p> <p><strong>Invesco QQQ Trust Series 1 (QQQ)</strong></p> <p>QQQ is currently ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51860228/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-7?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> AAPL contributors Equities Expert Ideas GOOGL META MSFT NVDA QQQ SPY TSLA Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas SPY US78462F1030 AAPL US0378331005 MSFT US5949181045 NVDA US67066G1040 TSLA US88160R1014 QQQ US73935A1043 GOOGL US38259P5089 META Equities Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:29:17 +0000 RIPS 51860228 at https://www.benzinga.com Stock Of The Day: Did IonQ Just Break Out? https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51857518/stock-of-the-day-did-ionq-just-break-out?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong>IonQ, Inc. </strong><a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="IONQ" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IONQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/IONQ">IONQ</a>)</a> shares continue to rally in early Thursday trading. They have moved significantly higher since announcing a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/movers/26/04/51808580/ionq-stock-soars-tuesday-whats-happening">significant new contract</a>.</p> <p>They also may have broken resistance, and this could be a bullish dynamic. This is why it is the Stock of the Day.</p> <p>Certain price levels are more important than others in the financial markets. As you can see on the chart, the $41 level has been important for IonQ.</p> <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="625" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/16093658/one-1-1024x625.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1410744" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/16093658/one-1-1024x625.png 1024w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/16093658/one-1-300x183.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/16093658/one-1-768x468.png 768w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/16093658/one-1.png 1387w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p> <p>In October and early November, the stock was in a downtrend. There were more shares for sale than there were to be bought. ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51857518/stock-of-the-day-did-ionq-just-break-out?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Stock Of The Day: Did IonQ Just Break Out?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> Expert Ideas IONQ Stock of the Day Stories That Matter Technicals Trading Ideas IONQ Technicals Trading Ideas Benzinga Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:41:17 +0000 Mark Putrino 51857518 at https://www.benzinga.com Tesla Shares Climb Nearly 5% After Key Trading Signal https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51850892/tesla-shares-climb-nearly-5-percent-after-key-trading-signal?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-large"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="1024" height="783" src="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15210245/image-24-1024x783.png" alt="" class="wp-image-30724" srcset="https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15210245/image-24-1024x783.png 1024w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15210245/image-24-300x230.png 300w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15210245/image-24-768x588.png 768w,https://contributor-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15210245/image-24.png 1200w" sizes="(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px" /></figure></p> <p><strong>Tesla Inc <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA" target="_blank" class="ticker-link" data-ticker="TSLA" data-exchange="NASDAQ" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/TSLA">TSLA</a>)</a></strong> experienced a significant Power Inflow alert, a key bullish indicator that is closely tracked by traders who value order flow analytics, specifically institutional and retail order flow data.</p> <p>On April 15 at 10:38 AM EST, TSLA triggered a Power Inflow signal at a price of $376.65. TSLA's price experienced some pullback after an initial price rise during the opening hour of trading, declining slightly prior to the Power Inflow alert. At the time of the signal, and shortly after, both the retail and institutional trading interest in TSLA shifted more towards the buy side, leading to a rise in the stock price, eventually reaching a post-signal high price of $394.65. This Power Inflow signal is aimed to be a bullish indication of institutional and retail interest, spotlighting where traders may be entering the market for the stock.</p> <p><strong>Understanding the Power Inflow Signal</strong></p> <p>The <strong>Power Inflow</strong> alert is a ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51850892/tesla-shares-climb-nearly-5-percent-after-key-trading-signal?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Tesla Shares Climb Nearly 5% After Key Trading Signal>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors Equities Expert Ideas TSLA Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas TSLA US88160R1014 Equities Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Thu, 16 Apr 2026 09:25:07 +0000 TradePulse 51850892 at https://www.benzinga.com Stock Of The Day: Will Amazon Make A New All-Time High? https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/26/04/51839578/stock-of-the-day-will-amazon-make-a-new-all-time-high?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Shares of <strong>Amazon.com, Inc</strong><a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="AMZN" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMZN" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/AMZN">AMZN</a>)</a> are trading higher on Wednesday and getting close to their previous all-time highs. Stocks tend to encounter resistance when they return to previous peaks or tops. This is why Amazon is the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/stock-of-the-day">Stock of the Day</a>.</p> <p>Some people think that technical analysis is like astrology or reading tea leaves. They don't believe you can use charts to determine when stocks will turn.</p> <p>This is understandable.</p> <p>Many technical analysts do not have a deep understanding of the analysis. They look at charts and mindlessly try to identify patterns without understanding what the patterns illustrate and why they form.</p> <p>This is why they are unsuccessful.</p> <p>If understood and applied correctly, technical analysis is the study of supply and demand and psychology in a market.</p> <p>Almost every investor ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/long-ideas/26/04/51839578/stock-of-the-day-will-amazon-make-a-new-all-time-high?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Stock Of The Day: Will Amazon Make A New All-Time High?>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> AMZN Stock of the Day Technicals Trading Ideas AMZN US0231351067 Technicals Trading Ideas Benzinga Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:31:32 +0000 Mark Putrino 51839578 at https://www.benzinga.com Sky Quarry's 250% Stock Boom Just Triggered Something Golden — As Charts Flip Bullish https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51835268/sky-quarry-250-stock-boom-charts-flip-bullish?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p><strong><strong>Sky Quarry Inc</strong> <a class="ticker-link" data-ticker="SKYQ" data-exchange="NASDAQ" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SKYQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener">(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SKYQ">SKYQ</a>)</a></strong> is suddenly doing what <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/best-energy-penny-stocks">small-cap energy</a> names rarely do quietly—explode higher and drag technicals along for the ride. SKYQ stock has surged around 250% since the beginning of April and 84% in just five days, and now the chart is flashing a classic momentum signal: a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/golden-cross"><strong>Golden Cross</strong></a>.</p> <p>SKYQ’s short-term moving average (50-day moving average at $3.81) has decisively crossed above the long-term trend line (200-day moving average at $3.74), giving what traders call a bullish breakout signal.</p> <p>That's not just noise—it's the kind of setup momentum traders chase.</p> <p><figure class="wp-block-image size-full is-resized"><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent041526&t=be2bearmibe3na1"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="641" height="484" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15102059/Screenshot-2026-04-15-at-6.07.47-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-1408493" style="width:664px;height:auto" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15102059/Screenshot-2026-04-15-at-6.07.47-PM.png 641w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/15102059/Screenshot-2026-04-15-at-6.07.47-PM-300x227.png 300w" sizes="(max-width: 641px) 100vw, 641px" /></a></figure></p> <p><em><a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent041526&t=be2bearmibe3na1">Chart created using Benzinga Pro</a></em></p> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">SKYQ Golden Cross Ignites Momentum Trade</h2> <p>The technical picture has flipped fast. SKYQ's eight-day ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/technicals/26/04/51835268/sky-quarry-250-stock-boom-charts-flip-bullish?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Sky Quarry's 250% Stock Boom Just Triggered Something Golden — As Charts Flip Bullish>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> Golden Cross Oil Oil & Gas oil stocks Pro Project SKYQ Stories That Matter Technicals Trading Ideas SKYQ Technicals Trading Ideas Benzinga Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:33:56 +0000 Surbhi Jain 51835268 at https://www.benzinga.com Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51829492/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-6?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel <p>Good Morning Traders! </p> <p>Today's economic calendar continues the week with several important data points and a heavy lineup of Federal Reserve speakers. The morning begins with Empire Manufacturing and Import and Export Price Index data, offering insight into manufacturing activity and inflation trends tied to trade. At 10:00AM ET, the NAHB Housing Market Index provides a look into builder sentiment, followed by crude oil inventories at 10:30AM ET which may influence energy markets and inflation expectations. </p> <p>The Federal Reserve Beige Book is released at 2:00PM ET, providing a comprehensive snapshot of economic conditions across Fed districts and often influencing market sentiment. Additional Fed commentary includes appearances from Governor Michael Barr, Cleveland Fed President Beth Hammack, and Vice Chair Michelle Bowman throughout the day. With both data and Fed communication in focus, expect continued volatility as markets assess economic strength and policy direction.</p> <p>Now, we will discuss SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, and TSLA.</p> <p><strong>SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY)</strong></p> <p>SPY is currently trading around 694.50 as markets continue to push higher into a data driven session with multiple Fed speakers and the Beige Book later today. If buyers defend this level early, a move toward 699.25 may develop, followed by 703.75 if momentum builds through the morning. Sustained strength above 708.50 would signal continued upside driven by strong sentiment and positioning. </p> <p>If SPY loses 694.50 with conviction, sellers may press into 689.75. A breakdown there could expose 685.25, and continued weakness may bring the 680.75 region into focus. Watch for volatility around the 2:00PM ET Beige Book release.<br ...</p><p><a href=https://www.benzinga.com/Opinion/26/04/51829492/trade-strategy-for-spy-qqq-aapl-msft-nvda-googl-meta-and-tsla-6?utm_source=benzinga_taxonomy&utm_medium=rss_feed_free&utm_content=taxonomy_rss&utm_campaign=channel alt=Trade Strategy For SPY, QQQ, AAPL, MSFT, NVDA, GOOGL, META, And TSLA>Full story available on Benzinga.com</a></p> contributors Equities Expert Ideas Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Equities Broad U.S. Equity ETFs Technicals Opinion Signals Trading Ideas Benzinga Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:20:29 +0000 RIPS 51829492 at https://www.benzinga.com