On November 19th, 2024, we highlighted Nvidia Corp. (NVDA) in the SIA Daily Stock Report, noting that the semiconductor sector had lost its relative strength. Despite some technical strength in Nvidia, the SIA platform identified poor risk/reward parameters, indicating elevated risk. Since then, Nvidia has struggled to break resistance and has fallen below key support levels, with both the sector and NVDA shares showing negative momentum and very little support beneath current levels.
February has started with uncertainty in the markets following the White House’s announcement of a 25% tariff on Canadian imports. Amid this volatility, IAMGOLD Corp. has emerged as a strong performer, posting significant returns and standing out in the SIA Metals and Mining Sector Report, making it a potential opportunity for investors seeking exposure to the gold sub-sector.
Deutsche Bank AG (DB) has delivered a strong start to 2025, with a YTD return of 15.78%, alongside a 54.82% return over the past year. The stock ranks #12 in the SIA ADR Index Report, positioning it among top-performing names like Carnival, Kinross Gold, and Gildan Activewear. A solid point-and-figure (PNF) chart may indicate strong support at $17, with PNF resistance targets extrapolated out to $21 and $24, further supported by a perfect SIA SMAX score of 10 out of 10.
The Canadian stock market has shown mixed performance in early 2025, with the S&P/TSX 60 large-cap index leading the way, while smaller-cap stocks saw modest gains. The SIA S&P/TSX Index Report highlights Kinross Gold and Agnico Eagle Mines as top performers, while Barrick Gold lags behind, reflecting significant underperformance over the past three months.
Barrick Gold Corp. (ABX.TO) has been a significant underperformer in the SIA S&P/TSX 60 Index Report, contrasting with the top performers like Kinross Gold. Over the past six quarters, Barrick has shown a steady relative strength (RS) decline, indicating weak RS compared to its peers. The SIA point-and-figure chart highlights support levels at $21.51, with resistance at $23.75 and above, suggesting that further movement could depend on overcoming these levels. For those interested in understanding how to better integrate this technology into advisory practices, reach out to our account managers, who are happy to assist with software integration and show how the system can add value to your practice.
Despite a recent rally, UPS remains deeply unfavored within the SIA S&P 100 Index Report, continuing to trade below its point-and-figure negative trend line. With shares down 10.88% over the past year and resistance at key levels, the stock’s underperformance may signal broader concerns about the North American economy, particularly in relation to import trade with China. The ongoing weakness in UPS contrasts with stronger performances in airline stocks, and further analysis of shipping stocks, especially given the Baltic Freight Index, could point to more challenges ahead for the sector.
ADIDAS AG ADR (ADDYY) has posted a 9.64% return in 2025, following a 40.32% gain in 2024, and ranks #45 in the SIA International ADR Report after climbing 67 spots up into the favored zone. The SIA point-and-figure chart may be showing a bullish setup, while the SIA SMAX score of 9/10 highlights strong relative strength.
While airline stocks have surged, the rally in rail and auto transport has been absent, but Union Pacific Corp. (UNP) recent moves are becoming noteworthy. Even on a massive down day in the market, where many stocks are plummeting, Union Pacific stock remains firm and slightly up. There is no breakout to report, and the stock is still far from capturing the top of the SIA matrix, but each day the market is down and UNP is up, it continues to build its relative strength. Given the recent gains in the airline sector, is it possible that the momentum could spill over into broader transports like trains and trucks.
Shares of PepsiCo Inc (PEP) have struggled recently, down -13.34% over the past 3 months, and underperforming in both the SIA S&P 100 Index Report and the SIA S&P 500. While the stock has shown some long-term growth, it continues to lag behind peers, reflecting opportunity costs for advisors. If you would like to know more about the mechanics that underlie our powerful platform, please reach out to our SIA account managers, and we would be happy to explain this powerful system.
In today’s Equity Leaders Weekly, the SIA platform highlights early relative strength moves, including gains in Central Europe, Germany, and Poland ETFs. Natural gas prices have surged 53.37% over the past six months, with the NATGAS contract showing strong relative strength and a perfect SMAX score of 10/10. Meanwhile, the iShares MSCI Poland ETF (EPOL) and other Central European ETFs also display bullish signs. Could these trends signal improving market conditions in Europe and, potentially, peace in Ukraine?
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