After years of decline, Blackberry Limited (BB.TO) has shown signs of improvement, recently rising to position #63 in the SIA S&P/TSX Capped Composite Report. While the candlestick chart indicates a break of the downtrend line, the stock still faces significant resistance at this level, and the point-and-figure chart continues to show a long-term negative trend at $5.47. As BB.TO moves forward, key support levels at $4.15, $3.76, and $3.61 will be important to monitor.
As we head into 2025, China’s market shows signs of renewed strength, with KraneShares SSE Star Market 50 Index ETF (KSTR) climbing to the top of the SIA International Equity Universe ETF Report. Despite past underperformance, KSTR is now breaking resistance levels and showing improved relative strength, catching the attention of global investors. Is this the beginning of a sustained rally for the sleeping giant?
Shopify Inc. (SHOP.TO) has emerged as a top performer in the Canadian market, with a 59.14% YTD return, nearly recovering losses from the 2022 pullback. This rally has propelled SHOP.TO to the #1 position on the SIA S&P/TSX 60 Index, driven in part by strong performance in the SIA Computer Software sector. As shares approach key resistance levels, SIA technical analysis, including point-and-figure charts and relative strength tools, offers insight into potential price movements. With significant resistance ahead and a perfect SMAX score, the challenge of overcoming these levels is being closely watched.
2024 has been a strong year for equity markets, with major indices like the S&P 500 and NASDAQ showing significant gains, while smaller cap stocks have caught up later in the year. Sector performance has been equally notable, with areas such as telecommunications and financial services delivering impressive returns, especially in the final quarter. Globally, South American markets have stood out, while China, supported by fiscal and monetary interventions, made a strong comeback in the latter part of the year, though India’s performance remained relatively subdued compared to other regions.
The SIA Aerospace and Defence sector showed strong performance in 2024, driven by geopolitical tensions, but signs of slowing momentum are now emerging, with key stocks like Leidos Holdings (LDOS) facing resistance and negative quarterly performance. While speculation around factors like potential geopolitical de-escalation may exist, at SIA, the focus remains on rules-based analysis, and the relative performance of the sector is raising red flags. Leidos, in particular, is showing signs of weakness, with its recent pullback from resistance and a shift to the ‘Unfavored’ zone in SIA reports.
Newell Brands Inc. (NWL), with a market capitalization of $4.81 billion, has experienced a remarkable turnaround, posting a 65.47% rally in the past quarter. Once positioned in the Unfavored zone of the SIA Russell 1000 Index Report, the stock has surged 151 places in the past month, reaching position #14. This resurgence underscores the company’s strengthening momentum and technical strength, reflected in its perfect SMAX score and strong performance relative to its peers and broader market.
Alcoa, once an underperformer, is now showing improved relative strength and has entered the “Favored” zone in the SIA Russell 1000 report. Its shares have broken through key resistance levels and are supported by strong technical indicators, with an SMAX score of 10, indicating near-term outperformance.
Core & Main (CNM), a leading distributor of water, wastewater, storm drainage, and fire protection products, has seen notable performance shifts in 2024. After a period of underperformance, the company’s shares have surged following strong third-quarter results, with impressive returns of 14.30% for the month and 41.55% for the quarter. CNM is now ranked in the Favored Zone across SIA reports, with an overall SIA rank of 91.7%, reflecting its strong market position.
In today’s SIA Daily Stock Report, we examine the relative strength of TD and CIBC. TD has experienced ongoing underperformance, moving down the SIA relative strength ranks since January 2022, making it less favorable for investment candidacy based on SIA’s methodology. Its shares have struggled from a relative strength perspective, which is always our primary focus. In contrast, CIBC has shown strong upward momentum, moving through key resistance levels and currently sitting in the SIA Favored zone of the SIA S&P/TSX 60 Index Report. The stock’s performance has been exceptional, with a solid SMAX score, indicating stronger relative strength compared to its peers.
The SIA International Equity ETF Report has revealed notable relative strength movements in China and Hong Kong, despite remaining in the neutral zone. While geopolitical tensions rise, particularly with Trump’s threats on BRICS nations, China’s performance continues to climb, with Kingsoft Cloud Holdings (KC) standing out as a strong performer in the SIA Hypothetical Model. KC’s technical rebound from a significant decline and its perfect SMAX score of 10 highlight its continued strength, making it an intriguing stock for investors looking at China-focused opportunities.
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