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AFTER MARKET UPDATE - TUESDAY, JUNE 24TH, 2014
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Indices NYSE Nasdaq
DOW  -119.13 16,818.13 -0.70% Volume 635,208,450 +14% Volume 1,835,272,150 +16%
NASDAQ -18.32 4,350.36 -0.42% Advancers 1,145 36% Advancers 860 29%
S&P 500 -12.63 1,949.98 -0.64% Decliners 1,923 60% Decliners 2,005 67%
Russell 2000 -11.71 1,173.24 -0.99% 52 Wk Highs 194   52 Wk Highs 77  
S&P 600 -5.58 672.44 -0.82% 52 Wk Lows 23   52 Wk Lows 28  

After Positive Start Major Averages Endured Distributional Pressure

The major averages erased early gains and finished lower on Tuesday. The session's volume was reported higher than the prior session totals on the NYSE and on the Nasdaq exchange, a clear sign of distributional pressure. Decliners led advancer by almost a 2-1 margin on the NYSE and by more than a 2-1 margin on the Nasdaq exchange. Leadership contracted as here were 50 high-ranked companies from the CANSLIM.net Leaders List that made new 52-week highs and appeared on the CANSLIM.net BreakOuts Page, down from the total of 58 stocks on the prior session. New 52-week highs contracted yet still easily outnumbered new 52-week lows on the NYSE and Nasdaq exchange. There were gains for only 3 of the 13 high-ranked companies currently included on the Featured Stocks Page. The S&P 500 Index and Dow Jones Industrial Average recently surged into new high territory with healthy leadership (new 52-week highs) sending a reassuring signal that the market direction (M criteria) is in a "confirmed uptrend".  Any new buying efforts should be selective and focused in stocks meeting all key criteria of the fact-based investment system.

 

PICTURED: The Dow fell 119 points to 16,818. The S&P 500 Index touched a fresh intra-day high but closed lower as it declined 12 points to 1,949. The Nasdaq Composite Index retreated 18 points to 4,350.

Escalating violence in the Middle East prompted a round of profit taking following news that Syrian warplanes struck targets in Iraq. The situation overseas overshadowed some better-than-expected economic data. A gauge of consumer confidence unexpectedly rose in June to the highest level in more than six years. In addition, new home sales surprisingly jumped in May by the most since January 1992. Other data showed home prices increased at a slower than anticipated pace last month while manufacturing activity in the region covered by the Richmond Fed slowed in June.
Overall, eight of the 10 S&P 500 sectors declined. Energy and industrials were the worst performing groups as Exxon Mobil (XOM -1.5%) and Precision Castparts (PCP -2.9%) dropped. On the upside, utilities and health care finished higher. NextEra Energy (NEE +1.1%) rose. Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX +40.5%) tallied a considerable gain following positive drug trial results.
NYSE Composite volume totaled more n 3 billion shares. On the NYSE, decliners beat advancers by 5-3 on issues and 4-1 on volume. The NASDAQ was 7-3 negative on issues and 5-2 negative on volume.
Treasuries rose and the government sold $30 billion in two-year notes at the highest yield since May 2011. The 10-year note gained 13/32 to yield 2.58%.
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Commodity-Linked Groups Led Broad-Based Retreat

Commodity-linked groups led Tuesday's broad-based retreat as the Gold & Silver Index ($XAU -2.87%) outpaced the Oil Services Index ($OSX -2.13%) and the Integrated Oil Index ($XOI -1.90%) to the downside. Financials were a negative influence on the major averages as the Broker/Dealer Index ($XBD -1.48%) and the Bank Index ($BKX -0.85%) both fell, meanwhile, the  Retail Index ($RLX -0.43%) suffered a smaller loss. The Semiconductor Index ($SOX -0.73%) and the Networking Index ($NWX -1.16%) lost ground while the Biotechnology Index ($BTK +0.95%) was a standout gainer.

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PICTURED: The Oil Services Index ($OSX -2.13%) abruptly retreated and sank below its April highs with a large loss. It had only recently rallied to new 2014 highs.


Industry Index Symbol Close Change % Change YTD % Change
Oil Services $OSX  300.73 -6.55 -2.13% +7.01%
Integrated Oil $XOI  1,693.42 -32.80 -1.90% +12.66%
Semiconductor $SOX  628.50 -4.63 -0.73% +17.47%
Networking $NWX  330.69 -3.88 -1.16% +2.08%
Broker/Dealer $XBD  158.11 -2.38 -1.48% -1.53%
Retail $RLX  886.89 -3.83 -0.43% -5.63%
Gold & Silver $XAU  97.31 -2.88 -2.87% +15.64%
Bank $BKX  71.15 -0.61 -0.85% +2.73%
Biotech $BTK  2,752.67 +25.85 +0.95% +18.12%


Volume Above Average as Generic Drug Firm Approaches Highs

Atavis plc (ACT +$2.86 or +1.29% to $224.21) traded +47% above average volume as it rallied for a 3rd consecutive gain today, approaching its pivot point. It was highlighted in yellow in the 6/20/14 mid-day report (read here) with a pivot point based on its 2/26/14 high plus 10 cents Subsequent volume-driven gains should be backed by at least +40% above average volume as it hits new highs to trigger a proper technical buy signal.

The Medical - Generic Drugs industry group currently has a 94 Group Relative Strength Rating and leadership from other issues is a reassuring sign concerning the L criteria. It reported earnings +75% on +40% sales revenues for the Mar '14 quarter, and its strong record satisfies the C criteria. Its annual earnings (A criteria) history has also been strong. The number of top-rated funds owning its shares rose from 1,236 in Jun '13 to 1,583 in Mar '14, a very reassuring sign concerning the I criteria. Its current Up/Down Volume Ratio of 1.3 is an unbiased indication its shares have been under accumulation over the past 50 days.

 


Color Codes Explained :
Y - Better candidates highlighted by our staff of experts.
G - Previously featured in past reports as yellow but may no longer be buyable under the guidelines.

***Last / Change / Volume data in this table is the closing quote data***
Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
ACT - NYSE
Actavis plc
Medical-Generic Drugs  
$224.21 +2.86
1.29%

$224.95

3,123,379
147.26% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 2,121,000
$230.77
-2.84%
6/20/2014 $216.53 PP = $230.87
MB = $242.41
Most Recent Note - 6/24/2014 7:20:46 PM
Y - Tallied a 3rd consecutive gain today, approaching its pivot point based on its 2/26/14 high plus 10 cents. Subsequent volume-driven gains to new highs may trigger a technical buy signal. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and new annotated graphs.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Volume Above Average as Generic Drug Firm Approaches Highs - 6/24/2014
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AFSI - NASDAQ
Amtrust Financial Svcs
INSURANCE - Property and; Casualty Insurance  
$42.74 +0.05
0.12%

$43.59

471,980
70.76% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 667,000
$47.10
-9.26%
5/21/2014 $44.85 PP = $44.85
MB = $47.09
Most Recent Note - 6/20/2014 5:49:04 PM
G - Still consolidating in a tight trading range above its 50 DMA line which acted as support. Disciplined investors always limit losses by selling any stock that falls more than -7% from their purchase price.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Halted Slide at 50-Day Moving Average After Distributional Pressure - 6/6/2014
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AL - NYSE
Air Lease Corp Cl A
DIVERSIFIED SERVICES - Rental and Leasing Services  
$38.22 -1.05
-2.67%

$39.20

1,029,271
98.87% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 1,041,000
$42.89
-10.89%
5/9/2014 $38.27 PP = $38.25
MB = $40.16
Most Recent Note - 6/19/2014 10:10:12 AM
G - Found prompt support near its 50 DMA line and prior highs. Any violation of its recent low ($36.55 on 6/13/017) would raise serious concerns and trigger a worrisome technical sell signal.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Enduring Mild Distributional Pressure on Pullback - 6/11/2014
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BWLD - NASDAQ
Buffalo Wild Wings Inc
LEISURE - Restaurants  
$162.20 -4.05
-2.44%

$166.00

598,370
136.30% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 439,000
$166.35
-2.49%
6/19/2014 $158.52 PP = $159.91
MB = $167.91
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 12:15:56 PM
Y - Hitting a new 52-week high with today's volume-driven gain above its pivot point. No resistance remains due to overhead supply, and a strong finish may clinch a convincing technical buy signal. Disciplined investors avoid chasing stocks more than +5% above prior highs and always limit losses by selling any stock that falls more than -7% from their purchase price.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Perched Near Highs With Strong Fundamentals - 6/19/2014
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EQM - NYSE
E Q T Midstream Partners
ENERGY - Oil and Gas Pipelines  
$97.35 -1.77
-1.79%

$100.14

258,752
61.90% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 418,000
$102.51
-5.03%
12/12/2013 $53.17 PP = $56.51
MB = $59.34
Most Recent Note - 6/20/2014 5:53:01 PM
G - Powered to yet another new 52-week high with today's big volume-driven gain. Prior reports repeatedly cautioned members - "It is very extended from any sound base. Fundamental concerns remain after 2 consecutive sub par quarters below the +25% minimum earnings guideline."
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : New Highs Again With Light Volume Behind Streak of Gains - 6/4/2014
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Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
GRFS - NASDAQ
Grifols Sa Ads
Medical-Ethical Drugs  
$44.67 +0.83
1.89%

$45.03

883,573
123.23% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 717,000
$46.66
-4.26%
5/15/2014 $41.14 PP = $43.55
MB = $45.73
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 12:25:10 PM
Y - Color code is changed to yellow again as it found prompt support and rebounded quickly after undercutting prior highs near $43 and briefly violating its 50 DMA line with above average volume behind today's considerable early loss. Disciplined investors always limit losses by selling any stock that falls more than -7% from their purchase price. Keep in mind that any stock which is sold can be bought again later if strength returns.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Consolidating Just Below "Max Buy" Level - 6/17/2014
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HF - NYSE
H F F Inc Cl A
RETAIL - Grocery Stores  
$35.69 -0.04
-0.11%

$36.26

287,241
163.21% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 176,000
$36.06
-1.03%
6/20/2014 $34.60 PP = $36.16
MB = $37.97
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 5:55:50 PM
Y - Rallying near its 52-week high with volume-driven gains. A gain above its pivot point with at least +40% above average volume is needed to trigger a proper technical buy signal. See the latest FSU analysis for more details and new annotated graphs.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Approached 52-Week High With Volume-Driven Gain - 6/23/2014
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ICON - NASDAQ
Iconix Brand Group Inc
CONSUMER NON-DURABLES - Textile - Apparel Footwear  
$42.21 -0.78
-1.81%

$43.22

773,713
146.81% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 527,000
$44.81
-5.80%
6/5/2014 $43.54 PP = $43.44
MB = $45.61
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 5:52:52 PM
Y - Finished near the session low today with a loss on above average volume. Slumping near prior highs in the $43-42 area defining initial support to watch.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Found Support Above Prior Highs During Consolidation - 6/18/2014
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KS - NYSE
Kapstone Paper&Packaging
MANUFACTURING - Paper and Packaging  
$32.46 -0.51
-1.55%

$33.77

1,140,562
119.31% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 956,000
$34.43
-5.72%
6/20/2014 $32.30 PP = $31.92
MB = $33.52
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 12:28:54 PM
Y - Reversed into the red after briefly rallying beyond its "max buy" level in today's early session. Prior highs near $32 define initial support to watch on pullbacks. It was highlighted in yellow while rallying from a cup-with-handle base in the 6/20/14 mid-day report (read here).
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Four Times Average Volume Behind Big Breakout Gain - 6/20/2014
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PANW - NYSE
Palo Alto Networks
Computer Sftwr-Security  
$78.77 -1.40
-1.75%

$80.39

1,976,201
110.09% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 1,795,000
$82.27
-4.25%
5/29/2014 $75.95 PP = $72.50
MB = $76.13
Most Recent Note - 6/23/2014 5:48:06 PM
G - Volume totals have been cooling while holding its ground stubbornly near its 52-week high. Prior highs near $72 define important support above its 50 DMA line.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Encountered Distributional Pressure After Touching New 52-Week High - 6/12/2014
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Symbol/Exchange
Company Name
Industry Group
PRICE CHANGE
(%Change)
Day High Volume
(% DAV)
(% 50 day avg vol)
52 Wk Hi
% From Hi
Featured
Date
Price
Featured
Pivot Featured
Max Buy
SN - NYSE
Sanchez Energy Corp
ENERGY - Independent Oil and Gas  
$36.11 -2.02
-5.30%

$37.92

2,020,804
134.36% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 1,504,000
$38.95
-7.29%
5/22/2014 $33.00 PP = $31.59
MB = $33.17
Most Recent Note - 6/24/2014 7:17:52 PM
G - Retreated from its 52-week high with above average volume behind its loss today after getting very extended from its prior base. Disciplined investors avoid chasing extended stocks. Prior highs near $31-32 define support to watch on pullbacks.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Finished Near Session Low After Hitting new 52-Week High - 6/9/2014
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TRN - NYSE
Trinity Industries Inc
TRANSPORTATION - Railroads  
$41.69 -0.80
-1.88%

$42.85

2,342,001
72.19% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 3,244,000
$43.94
-5.13%
4/30/2014 $75.57 PP = $76.05
MB = $79.85
Most Recent Note - 6/19/2014 1:18:10 PM
G - Perched within close striking distance of its 52-week high, extended from its prior base. Recent lows in the $79 area and its 50 DMA line coincide defining important near-term support to watch.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Recent Lows and 50-Day Moving Average Line Define Near-Term Support - 6/16/2014
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WLK - NYSE
Westlake Chemical Corp
CHEMICALS - Specialty Chemicals  
$83.53 -1.06
-1.25%

$85.01

367,671
50.64% of 50 DAV
50 DAV is 726,000
$84.91
-1.63%
4/29/2014 $72.79 PP = $69.31
MB = $72.78
Most Recent Note - 6/20/2014 5:51:52 PM
G - Inched to another new 52-week high with today's 4th consecutive gain. Prior highs near $77 define important near-term support to watch on pullbacks.
>>> FEATURED STOCK ARTICLE : Chemical Firm Quietly Posted 7th Consecutive Weekly Gain - 6/13/2014
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