Market Timing: Hold
Now isn’t a good time to buy. Focus on managing your current stocks, check your stops, and hold off on new buys until it’s Safe to Buy.
Why Market Trend Matters
A rising market generally lifts most stocks. The reverse is also true.
In bullish conditions:
More stocks participate in rallies.
Even weaker companies can rise in price.
In bearish conditions:
Even strong, fundamentally sound stocks can decline.
The VectorVest Composite (VVC)
What it is:
An arithmetic indexed average of all the stocks in the VectorVest database.
Provides a broader, more accurate picture of market movement.
Why it matters:
Major indexes (e.g., Dow, S&P) can show mixed results, creating confusion.
The VVC cuts through that noise, showing the true market trend.
How VectorVest helps:
Market timing signals highlight the current trend.
Core philosophy: Buy rising stocks in a rising market; avoid buying in a downtrend.
Let the Trend Be Your Friend
The “Hold” scenario signals:
The market is showing signs of indecision.
Conditions are unfavorable for buying stocks.
What to do:
Manage existing positions carefully using the VectorVest Stop Price as your guide.
Avoid adding new long positions.
Consider raising cash while waiting for better opportunities.
Market Timing Trend Graph
The chart shows clear orange “Hold” signals during periods of indecision and uncertainty.
These signals:
Warn you to be cautious.
Help prevent unnecessary losses by limiting new buying.
Market Timing Trend Graph - Found on the Homepage