Sign #8: Light volume


october market crashMarket volume is so light that many technicians do not see the rise in the indices as "real." They want to see increased buying volume to confirm another upward leg in the rally.

While volume may increase in the short term, it still will be considered light, as many investors are very cautious (and should be) about getting in after a 40% rise in the markets. Without heavier volume, the market is very vulnerable to a downturn.

Next: Sign #9: Short covering and money managers looking to bank profits

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DJIA-133.0512,757.41
NASDAQ-21.142,906.09
S&P 500-11.651,340.30

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