Sunday, June 13, 2010

Weekly Market Review

U.S. Stocks managed to close with modest gains on Friday, which allowed the market to have a positive close for the week. Among the major averages, the Dow Transports lead the way with a weekly gain of almost 4%. This compares to a gain of only 1.1% for the Nasdaq Composite. The Dow Industrials and S&P 500 were both up over 2% for the week.

Among the best performing industry groups for the week were the REITs as well as copper and silver mining stocks. All of these groups are a pure bet on economic recovery. With that in mind, it is a good idea to pay attention to these groups going forward.

This week we have a few important economic reports such as new home sales and the inflation data. This is also options and futures expiration week, so be aware of the potential for volatility.

Scott Cole
www.bestdaytradingstocks.com

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