I think the market is holding up pretty well after the recent rally, ... The economic news was mixed today, and investors are eyeing Ivan and the price of oil.
EBay came out with good numbers, but the outlook for the fourth quarter and next year wasn't so good, ... We're probably looking at a lower open, with a mixed trading session, as people respond to individual earnings and keep an eye on the price of oil.
I think we'll see a mixed week -- probably a little bit toward the upside -- but a lot depends on the price of oil. If oil stabilizes around here we could inch a bit higher. If it backs down to the low $60s and stabilizes, then the market might rally.
All in all, I think we're looking at a mixed reading in economic data but pointing to growth ahead. I think it'll continue to support a bullish atmosphere. Right now we're just looking at cautious trading ahead of the numbers and due to Europe being a little soft.
We have a very mixed situation. There are a few bright spots, but it's a bit disappointing that there hasn't been a follow through from what we saw Friday (with stocks rising). However, that is to be expected as the market responds to oversold conditions and tries to set a base.
We are looking at a mixed open. But if the factory orders or the ISM come in within expectations or better, that should help continue the upward movement in the market.
We have the weapons inspectors returning, mixed corporate reports and no new economic news to focus on, so stocks are taking a little pause, ... The broader market is mixed to lower but is showing no great declines, while the techs continue to perform a little better.