Get started
S&P 500 Index - Standard & Poors 500 (SPX)S&P 500 Index - Standard & Poors 500 (SPX)S&P 500 Index - Standard & Poors 500 (SPX)

S&P 500 Index - Standard & Poors 500 (SPX)

No trades
See on Supercharts
Overview News
Ideas
Discussions Technicals Seasonals

SPXM trade ideas

SPX500 | Bearish Below 6010 Amid Rising Geopolitical TensionsSPX500 | OVERVIEW The index remains under bearish pressure due to escalating geopolitical tensions, particularly the ongoing conflict. As long as these conditions persist, the market is likely to maintain a downward bias. Technical Outlook: As long as the price trades below the 5990–6010 pivot zone, the bearish trend is expected to continue toward 5938. A confirmed stability below 5938 may lead to further downside toward 5902 and 5858. A bullish reversal is only likely if hostilities cease or negotiations begin between the conflicting parties. Pivot Zone: 5990 – 6010 Support Lines: 5938, 5902, 5858 Resistance Lines: 6041, 6098, 6143 previous idea:
OANDA:SPX500USDShort
by SroshMayi
Volume Droughts and False Breakouts: Your Summer Trading TrapsThe market’s heating up — but is your breakout about to dry up? Here’s a word about the importance of summer trading success (helped by volume — the main character). ☀️ Welcome to the Liquidity Desert Summer’s getting ready to slap the market with a whole flurry of different setups. Picture this — the beaches are full, your trading desk is half-abandoned, and the only thing more elusive than a decent breakout is your intention to actually read that big fat technical analysis book you bought last year. And yet, here you are — eyes glued to the chart — watching a clean breakout above resistance that’s just begging for you to hit “buy.” Everything looks perfect. Price rips through the level like it’s made of butter. But there’s just one tiny problem: no volume. None. Nada. Niente. Congratulations. You’ve just bought the world’s most attractive false breakout. 🏝️ Summer Markets: Where Good Setups Go to Die Let’s set the scene. It’s June. The big dogs on Wall Street are golfing in the Hamptons and sipping mezcal espresso martinis, interns are running the order flow, and every chart you love is doing just enough to get your hopes up before crushing them like a half-melted snow cone. This isn’t your usual high-volatility playground. Summer markets — especially between June and August — are notorious for thin liquidity . That means fewer participants, smaller volume, and a much higher likelihood of being tricked by price action that looks strong… until it’s not. And it’s not just stocks. Forex, crypto, commodities — even the bond boys — all face the same issue: when fewer people are trading, price becomes more fragile. And fragile price = bad decisions. 🚨 Why False Breakouts Love Quiet Markets False breakouts happen when price appears to break above resistance (or below support), only to reverse sharply — often trapping late traders and triggering stop hunts. But in summer? It’s a whole different beast. Here’s why: No liquidity cushion : In normal markets, you need strong volume to fuel a breakout. Without that, the breakout doesn’t necessarily have the gas to keep going. Market makers get bored : Thin markets mean it’s easier for a few big orders to push prices where they want. Welcome to manipulation season (there, we said what we said!). Algos go wild : With fewer humans around, algorithms dominate. And they love playing games around key levels. 🧊 The Mirage Setup: A Cautionary Tale Let’s say you’re watching GameStop NYSE:GME stock. Resistance at $30. Price hovers there for days, teasing a breakout. Then — boom — a sudden 6% pop above. You buy. Everyone buys. The trading community goes nuts. “This is it bois!” But there’s a problem. Look at the volume: a trickle. Not even half the average daily volume. Ten minutes later, NYSE:GME is back below $30, your stop loss is hit, and you’re left explaining to your cat why you’re emotionally invested in a ticker. Moral of the story? Don’t trust breakouts when no one’s trading. 📉 Volume: Your Summer Lie Detector Volume is more than just a histogram under your chart. It’s your truth serum. Your smoke alarm. Your buddy who tells you to think twice before jumping in that trade. Here’s how to read it right when everyone else is checking out: Confirm the move : If price breaks out, but volume doesn’t spike at least 20–30% above the average — be suspicious. Look for acceleration : Healthy moves gather steam. You want to see volume growing into the breakout, not fizzling. Watch for volume cliffs : A sudden volume drop right after a breakout often signals that the move is running on fumes. Add Volume Profile Indicators : Just to be safe, you can always add Volume Profile Indicators to your chart — they analyze both price and volume and can highlight what your keen eye might miss. Remember what happened last summer? And how we all learned the downside of something called "carry trade"? Those who were short the Japanese yen remember . 🧠 Context Over Candles: Be a Liquidity Detective Let’s say you see a double top pattern — your favorite. Clean lines. Tight price action. Perfect setup. But now zoom out. It’s July 3. Pre-holiday half-day. No volume. And the S&P 500 SP:SPX has moved 0.04% all day. Still want in? Technical analysis doesn’t work in a vacuum. Chart patterns lose their predictive power when the environment they live in is compromised. And thin liquidity is a compromised environment. 🐍 Snakes in the Sand: How Market Makers Bait Traps Market makers (and large players) are like desert snakes — quiet, patient, and very good at making you move when you shouldn’t. Here’s how they bait traders in illiquid markets: Run stops above resistance to trigger breakout buyers. Dump shares immediately after breakout to trap retail. Ride the reversal as trapped longs scramble to exit. They’re so powerful some say they run the game — and can stop it anytime it’s not going their way (remember the GameStop freeze? ) It’s a psychological game — and in the summer, it’s easier to do shenanigans because most players aren’t watching. Don’t be the one jumping at shadows. Be the trader who expects the trap. 🛠️ How to Survive (and Thrive) in the Summer Slump Not all is lost. You can still trade — smartly. Here’s your Summer Survival Toolkit : Wait for volume confirmation on every breakout. Lower your position size . Less liquidity = more slippage risk. Set wider stops , or better yet, sit out the chop. Focus on trending names with relative strength and solid weight (think: tech titans, oil plays, or financials). Use alerts instead of staring at charts . Don’t mistake boredom for opportunity. And most importantly: Know when not to trade . Discipline is a position too. 🔚 Final Word: This Isn’t the Off-Season. It’s the Setup Season. Summer might feel slow, but it’s not dead. Smart traders know that the best trades of Q3 and Q4 often begin in July — as early trendlines form, consolidation patterns develop, and institutional footprints quietly appear in the tape. So use this time wisely. Don’t force trades. Watch volume like a hawk. And never forget: the best breakouts don’t need hype — they bring their own thunder. Stay cool, stay patient, and trade smart. The mirage may be tempting, but the oasis always belongs to the ones who go far enough and don’t give up. Off to you : How are you navigating trading during the summer months? Staying poolside with one eye on the charts or actively seeking out opportunities while folks catch a break? Share your insights in the comments!
SP:SPXEducation
by TradingView
13
SPX500 – 4H Smart Money Concepts | Compression Breakout & LiquidThe S&P 500 has broken down from a tight ascending wedge within a premium zone, confirming a CHoCH and suggesting a shift in short-term order flow. A corrective move is now unfolding. 🔻 Bearish Short-Term Outlook: Weak High + CHoCH within the premium zone confirms rejection. Multiple FVGs below offer potential draw zones: 5,900 5,850 Strong liquidity pool near 5,668.57 🧠 Smart Money Roadmap: Structure suggests a short-term liquidity hunt below recent lows. Equilibrium zone rests near 5,650, ideal for reaccumulation/reload. 📈 Long-Term Outlook Remains Bullish: If liquidity objectives are met and macro improves, we may see a bullish reversal back above 6,050 toward: 6,200+ Mid/long-term fib targets near 6,500 📊 Strategy Insight: Short-term trade: Scalps into the 5,700–5,660 zone. Macro timing: Watch July CPI/FOMC for bullish or bearish confirmation. Long-term positioning: Start building once price reclaims structural BOS with a displacement. 🎯 Smart money plays both ways — sweep liquidity, then reprice. #SPX500 #SMP500 #SmartMoneyConcepts #OrderFlow #LiquiditySweep #FVG #CHoCH #PremiumZone #TechnicalAnalysis #VolumeProfile #EquityMarkets #WaverVanir #TradingView
FX:SPX500Long
by Wavervanir_International_LLC
06/02 Weekly GEX Analysis - 6000 Looks EasyThe biggest event last week was undoubtedly the court ruling involving Trump. The market responded with optimism, and on Thursday premarket, SPX surged toward the 6000 level — only to get instantly rejected. That strong rejection suggests this is a firm resistance zone. From the GEX expiry matrix, it's clear that the market is hedging upward for this week, but downward for next week. To me, this indicates that while the near-term GEX sentiment remains slightly bullish, the market may be preparing for a pullback or retest in the medium term. This week, SPX has already entered a GEX zone surrounded by positive strikes — up to around the 6000 level. That makes 6000 an “easy target” for bulls, and we’ll likely see profit-taking here, just like we did last Thursday premarket. ⚠️ However, if we look more closely at the weekly net open interest: ...we can see a strong bullish net OI build-up starting to emerge around the 6100 level — a price zone that currently feels distant and even unreachable. But if the 6000 resistance breaks, we could see a fast gamma-driven squeeze up to 6050 and possibly 6100 before the next wave of profit-taking kicks in. As is often the case during bullish moves, the market seems blind to the bigger picture — no one’s looking down, only up. The mood is greedy, and momentum favors the bulls... for now. Never underestimate FOMO — but also never underestimate Trump. He’s unlikely to accept the court’s decision on tariffs quietly. Any new negative headline could shake the market, no matter where price is sitting…
SPREADEX:SPX
by TanukiTrade
2
SPX500 | Bearish Below 6010 Ahead of PPI – Trade Talks in FocusSPX500 | OVERVIEW US Futures Edge Lower Ahead of PPI Report U.S. stock futures dipped on Thursday as investors await the latest PPI data, following a softer-than-expected CPI report that eased pressure on the Federal Reserve to hike rates. On the geopolitical front, U.S. and Chinese negotiators have reached a preliminary trade agreement during talks in London. However, the deal still requires formal approval from Presidents Trump and Xi. 📉 Technical Outlook: The index holds a bearish momentum as long as it trades below the pivot level at 6010. If price remains under this level, it may extend the decline toward 5966, and a firm close below this support could open the path to 5938 and 5902. 📈 A bullish reversal may occur if the price breaks above 6010, with confirmation on a 1H close above 6020, targeting higher resistances. Support Levels: 5966, 5938, 5902 Resistance Levels: 6033, 6056, 6098
OANDA:SPX500USDShort
by SroshMayi
US500 Could Rise Further After U.S - China Trade FrameworkUS500 could rise further after U.S.-China Trade Framework - Bloomberg After two days of marathon negotiations in London, the U.S. and China agreed to a “framework” for resuming a trade truce that had unraveled in recent weeks. Top economic officials from both countries are expected to present it to President Trump and Xi Jinping, China’s leader, for final approval. This news could boost the stock market today, and the US500 could rise further after the two leaders confirm this agreement. US500 is well-positioned for another upward wave. The price broke out of a bullish triangle pattern, suggesting further gains. Key upside targets are 6100 and 6240. You may find more details in the chart! Thank you and Good Luck! ❤️PS: Please support with a like or comment if you find this analysis useful for your trading day❤️
CAPITALCOM:US500Long
by KlejdiCuni
1
My favorite skitzo line in the S&P 500This is a test post, but it's also one of the single most potentially vindicating technical analysis ideas of all time: that the market really is an oracle that encodes the entirety of relevant information. This trendline uses a logorithmic scale that intuitively "counterbalances" monetary policy and every other value-traveling dynamic like financial technologies and increasing market efficiencies, et cetera. It's a textbook trendline--Murphy says a trendline is a line that connects two highs or lows--and these highs and lows are the country's most violent economic crises: "The Great Depression" and "The Recession".
SP:SPXShort
by prairieghost06
S&P 500 Breaks UptrendS&P 500 Breaks Uptrend Only yesterday we questioned the sustainability of the stock market’s upward trend amid alarming news from the Middle East and the evacuation of the US embassy in Iraq — and today, the S&P 500 chart (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) shows a break below the lower boundary of the ascending trend channel. According to media reports: → Steve Witkoff, US President Donald Trump’s special envoy to the Middle East, was expected to meet Iran’s Foreign Minister in Oman on Sunday. → Friday the 13th became the date when Israel launched strikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, dramatically altering the outlook for a potential US-Iran nuclear agreement. → Secretary of State Marco Rubio stated that the US was not involved in the operation, while Israel’s state broadcaster reported that Washington had been informed ahead of the strikes. Technical Analysis of the S&P 500 Chart Yesterday morning, we noted that the Q-line, which divides the lower half of the channel into two quarters, had shifted from acting as support to becoming resistance. This was confirmed during the US trading session (as indicated by the arrow). Selling pressure intensified, and the psychologically important 6,000 level — which showed signs of support earlier in June — now appears to be acting as resistance. It is in this area that the E-Mini S&P 500 (US SPX 500 mini on FXOpen) broke below the lower boundary of its uptrend channel. In addition to ongoing discussions about potential Fed rate cuts this summer, geopolitical risk assessments are now also in focus. It remains unclear how Washington will respond if Iran retaliates. Meanwhile, Israel’s Defence Minister has declared a state of emergency, warning of an imminent missile and drone attack — further fuelling fears of a possible escalation. This article represents the opinion of the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand only. It is not to be construed as an offer, solicitation, or recommendation with respect to products and services provided by the Companies operating under the FXOpen brand, nor is it to be considered financial advice.
FXOPEN:SPXM
by FXOpen
S&P500 No signs of stopping here. Can hit 6900 before years end.The S&P500 index (SPX) has turned the 1W MA50 (blue trend-line) into Support, successfully testing it and holding and is now going for the All Time High Resistance test. Based on its 1W RSI structure and candle action, it resembles the previous times since 2023 that after a quick consolidation, it broke upwards again aggressively. As you can see, both of those Bullish Legs that started on the 2023 Higher Lows trend-line, hit at least their 1.618 Fibonacci extension before a new 3-week red pull-back. In the case of 2024, even the 2.0 Fib ext got hit a little later. As a result, we expect to see at least 6900 (Fib 1.618) before the end of 2025, with the good case scenario (Fib 2.0) going as high as 7500. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** Please LIKE 👍, FOLLOW ✅, SHARE 🙌 and COMMENT ✍ if you enjoy this idea! Also share your ideas and charts in the comments section below! This is best way to keep it relevant, support us, keep the content here free and allow the idea to reach as many people as possible. ** ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Disclosure: I am part of Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis. 💸💸💸💸💸💸 👇 👇 👇 👇 👇 👇
TRADENATION:US500
by TradingShot
1
SPX500 Under Pressure Amid Renewed Israel-Iran TensionsSPX500 Overview Israel-Iran Truce Hopes Collapse Investor hopes for a swift de-escalation between Israel and Iran were quickly shattered as both sides resumed hostilities. The situation intensified further after U.S. President Donald Trump urged Iranian civilians to evacuate Tehran and abruptly ended his participation at the G7 summit, reportedly convening the U.S. National Security Council. These developments have fueled broad risk-off sentiment across markets. Technical Outlook: SPX500 remains under bearish pressure as long as the price trades below 6010. A continued drop toward the key support at 5966 is likely, with a break below this level potentially opening the path to 5938 and 5902. However, if the price stabilizes above 5966 without breaking it, we may see a rebound attempt toward 6010 and 6041. Any signs of negotiation or de-escalation in the conflict could trigger a strong bullish reversal. Support: 5966, 5938, 5902 Resistance: 6041, 6098, 6143
OANDA:SPX500USD
by SroshMayi
SPX500 – Cautious Optimism as Market Eyes Fed DecisionSPX500 – Cautious Optimism as Market Eyes Fed Decision Futures tied to the S&P 500 are slightly higher as traders appear to be shrugging off Middle East tensions, viewing the situation as contained for now. However, geopolitical uncertainty remains a risk, and attention is shifting toward upcoming Fed commentary and policy direction. Technical Outlook: The index may pull back toward 5989 and 5966. A break below 5966 opens the path toward 5938, with an extended target at 5902. However, a 1H close above 6010 would signal renewed bullish momentum toward 6041. Key Levels: • Resistance: 6041, 6098, 6143 • Support: 5966, 5938, 5902
OANDA:SPX500USDShort
by SroshMayi
S&P 500 Breaks Out — Trump, Tariffs & Bullish Island PatternDonald Trump has mentioned the US stock market in every meeting he has held in the past few days, which has caused the US stock market indices , including the S&P500 Index ( SP:SPX ), to rise: "Better go out and buy stocks now". President Donald Trump told a crowd in Saudi Arabia on Tuesday that the markets are just getting started. “It’s going to get a lot higher,” he said, right as the S&P 500 posted its first gain since late February. But one of the main reasons for the increase in the S&P 500 Index and US stocks is The United States has dropped its tariffs on Chinese goods to 30% , down from a brutal 145% , while China is slashing its own duties on US imports to just 10% , temporarily, for the next 90 days . ------------------------------------------------- Now let's take a look at the S&P 500 Index chart on the daily time frame . S&P500 Index managed to break the Resistance zone($5,737_$5,506) and 21_SMA(Weekly) by Breakaway Gap . In terms of Classic Technical Analysis , the S&P500 Index has managed to form a Bullish Long Island Pattern , and this pattern is one of the continuing patterns and will be a sign of the continuation of the S&P500 Index's upward trend . In terms of Elliott Wave theory , it seems that the S&P500 index has completed the corrective wave and is in new impulsive waves , which could cause a new All-Time High(ATH) to form. I expect the S&P500 index to increase by at least +5% as it approaches the Uptrend line , and we will see the possibility of a new ATH . Please respect each other's ideas and express them politely if you agree or disagree. S&P 500 Index Analyze (SPX500USD), Daily time frame. Be sure to follow the updated ideas. Do not forget to put a Stop loss for your positions (For every position you want to open). Please follow your strategy and updates; this is just my Idea, and I will gladly see your ideas in this post. Please do not forget the ✅' like '✅ button 🙏😊 & Share it with your friends; thanks, and Trade safe.
OANDA:SPX500USDLong
by pejman_zwin
15