TSX Index long-term chart to ponder the big picture
TSX Index Monthly Logarithmic Chart
I analyze the long-term charts of the major indexes and proceed to the near-term charts. Reference the last chart analysis of the TSX Index based on the weekly chart.
When you invest, you are playing the odds: there is never a certain win in the markets. At this stage, the odds of a major downside correction outweigh the upside. It is prudent to stay on the sidelines with an above average cash position.
Relevant articles from the web:
- TSX posts first gain in five days – Financial Post article dated Nov 22, 2011
- Storm clouds over economy from China to Europe, U.S. – Globe and Mail article dated Nov 23, 2011
- Don’t kid yourself! EU debt crisis could get as bad as 2008 – Financial Post article dated Nov 25, 2011
- Option players bet on rebound in shares of big banks – Financial Post article dated Nov 25, 2011
- TSX posts fourth-straight weekly decline – Financial Post article dated Nov 25, 2011
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