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Quantifiable Edges has been publishing quantitative research, systems, and trading ideas since 2008. We utilize technical analysis concepts and quantify them in a way that allows traders to determine the edge that was provided in the past. Breadth, volume, sentiment, volatility, Fed-induced liquidity, seasonality, and price action are all used to assess market conditions. Gold and Silver level subscribers are led through Rob Hanna’s interpretation of the data in a simple and complete manner via the nightly and weekly subscriber letters. Gold subscribers also have complete access to our subscriber area, which includes the Quantifinder, Seasonality Calendars, custom charts, trading systems (with code), special research, and more.

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When DJI Rallies From 50-day Low to 50-day High Very Quickly

Posted on July 5, 2021 by Rob Hanna

The SPX, Dow, and NASDQ all closed at all-time highs on Friday. Just 10 days ago the Dow closed at a 50-day low. That quick of a move from low to high is quite an accomplishment. Over the last 101 years this just the 21^st time the Dow has managed to move from a 50-day closing low to a 50-day closing high within 10 days. Below are all the other instances, along with the $DJI performance in the following days and weeks.

The Dow has generally seen the upward momentum continue. Those are some impressive gains over the first 1-5 days, and even out through 20 days. Traders may want to keep this in mind when formulating their bias.

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First Day Performance of Each Month

Posted on July 1, 2021 by Rob Hanna

Since the late 80s there has been a tendency for the market to rally on the first day of the month. One theory on why this occurs is that there are often 401k inflows that are put to work on the 1st of the month. I examined this tendency and broke it down by month here on the blog a few times over the years. I decided to update the study again today.

The only month that comes even close to July from a Win % and Avg Trade standpoint is February. I’ll also note that August is the worst performer of any month.

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When Persistent Higher Highs Don't Suggest a Pullback

Posted on June 28, 2021 by Rob Hanna

SPX managed to make an intraday high for the 5^th day in a row on Friday. An interesting study from the Quantifinder looked at the possible impact of 5 higher highs occurring. The studies examined the impact of the position of the market when the 5 higher highs occurred. I broke it down again over the weekend. I wanted to see all times the 5 higher highs were accompanied by a 50-day high versus times they weren’t. First let’s look at times where 5 higher highs occur without a 50-day high.

Stats over the 1st few days suggest a possible mild downside edge. After 5 higher highs the market will sometimes need a breather.

But what of times (like now) when a strong uptrend exists, and the market is also making a 50-day high? Those stats can be found below.

Interestingly, the number of instances has been nearly the same. But with an intermediate-term rally also occurring the tendency to pull back no longer exists. So the 5 higher highs are really of no concern in situations like the current one.

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June Seasonality for $MID

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Rob Hanna

I have begun sharing one of the Quantifiable Edges Seasonality Calendars each month. This month I decided to show the S&P Midcap 400.

The Quantifiable Edges Seasonality Calendar uses multiple systems to measure historical performance on similar days to those on the upcoming calendar. The systems look at filters like time of week, month, year and so forth. Over the long run, staying out of the market on days that do not appear in green, would have been beneficial. To appear in green the date needs to show a historical Win% of 50% or more and a profit factor of 1.0 or more.

We see some solid seasonal numbers to start off the month. Then it is a mixed bunch for a few weeks. The strongest numbers in June appear in the last 2-3 days. Of course there will be many other factors impacting market action. But historically, avoiding days that do not appear in green has proven beneficial across all the markets we track. This is discussed in the “50/1 Calendar Research Paper”, which is available on the Seasonality page in the client section of Quantifiable Edges. It is available to all subscribers, including those on a free trial.

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$SPX Loves Tax Day

Posted on May 17, 2021 by Rob Hanna

In the 4/12/19 blog I showed a study about US tax day (normally April 15th). The reason tax day may be important is that it is the last day that people can make IRA contributions to count for the previous tax year. This can create a last-minute rush and you will often have an inflow of funds heading into the market right around and on the day taxes are due. Fund managers will often put this money to work immediately and it creates a positive bias for the market. Below I have updated the study.

Futures are struggling in the overnight. Let’s see if this seasonal tendency can turn it around by the close today.

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