The local market looks to be heading higher for now on the back of a strong resource sector.

Resources ETF MVR has made fresh highs.

The US based S&P 500 index constituents are showing a rising number of stocks above their 50 day moving average. A bullish sign some would suggest.

A US listed Emerging Markets ETF just made a fresh high after years being in a huge sideways pattern. Will it mean higher prices from here?

The Australian dollar could head higher this year if the forecast of higher interest rates here and lower rates in the US come to fruition.

The price of copper is moving higher and a forecast deficit in supply could be behind a brewing deal between Rio and Glencore. It is interesting to note not all past mega-mergers of miners do well after the deal.

The Commonwealth Bank was the worst performing major domestic bank in 2025.

Whitehaven Coal is pushing higher.

Clinuvel looks to be forming a possible base at these levels.

After falling out of favour Domino’s Pizza looks to have found a floor for now.

Woodside Energy is off the lows and is yet to move up with conviction with an upcoming global supply increase in LNG perhaps putting a dampener on any move.

Dubbo based Maas Group has moved above a resistance level and looks headed for fresh highs.

Pmet Resources has an interesting looking chart. Are higher prices ahead?

A look at a 2026 mid-term election year seasonal composite of historical outcomes.

Two previous bull markets in the gold price compared to the current run up suggests there may be more to come.
Disclaimer: The commentary on different charts is for general information purposes only and is not an invitation to trade. Trading is risky and individuals should seek Professional counsel before making any financial decisions. Many thanks to Incredible Charts.com software for most of the charts used in the column. Cheers Charlie.
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