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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