Monday, April 11, 2011

VIX signal 04-11-2011 (update 04-12)

Today the VIX pulled back more than 47.5% form its top in March.  This is a trend change signal. 

Three consecutive down days is needed for confirmation.  Today was the 3rd consecutive down day on the S&P (but the DJIA was green today).  I believe this is confirmation of a trend change (to down), but would like to see a 4th down day to be certain.  Regardless, it seems the market has topped.

You decide.

Update 04-12:  Got a 4th consecutive down day.  Confirmation is definite.

5 comments:

  1. I like the sound of that, largely in cash now :)

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  2. GL, markets are not looking healthy here, so cash is a good option IMO.

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  3. Explain your 47.5% pull back in the VIX comment please. Is that a formula for a top?

    tomterrific

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  4. Tom -
    see my explanation about a month ago inre 47.5% (and the bell curve and 2 std deviations) and the VIX. Then if you have questions ask away.

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