Special Risk Capital Management LLC

“Not a Whole Lot-a” August 7, 2021

Aug. 6, 2021 – When I’d ask my daughter “What’s new?” she would (sometimes) respond: “Not a Whole Lot-a”, and it looks like the Summer slow down is in force. Without new news or astonishing corporate earnings surprises it appears that both positive and negative force are neutralizing price movement in the markets. COVID Delta on the negative side and good earnings and a rebounding economy on the positive side. Couple that with many traders being on vacation and we see a pretty much range bound market.

I’ve changed the typical chart by drawing in a “box” that encapsulates the range. It’s somewhat inspired by Nickolas Daris and referred to as a “Darvis Box”. Yes, there is a slight slope upwards, but the point is things have slowed down considerably. And, I’m thinking, because of counteracting forces. Investors don’t want to commit any more, at least for the time being.

Money Flow has turned down and Volume Flow is lethargic at best. We do see prices moving higher in the short term, hence Price Strength is positive. I remain “moderately invested” for the time being. The strongest sectors are positive, but not by much, thus I don’t see the “risk / reward” as being compelling to be there 100% for the time being. (I guess I’m like many others then too.) 🙂

The Short Term Sector Strength table is shown below.

We see a fair amount of Technology sectors in the lead . . . again. and that’s positive. It would be nice to see some Financials and Consumer sectors moving higher though. All in all things are “OK” some we keep tabs on things and try to enjoy the rest of the Summer. It seems like Wall Street is on vacation too.

Have a good week and please stay safe. ……….. Tom ………..

Price chart by MetaStock; pie chart & table by http://www.HighGrowthStock.com. Used with permission.