Welcome to our weekly newsletter where we provide an overview of the main US and UK indices, along with analyses of selected assets that are outperforming the market.

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US & UK INDICES OVERVIEW

S&P 500

The market saw a significant breakthrough as the S&P 500 hit a record high. June has been a strong bullish month, breaking past the $6,000 milestone. It also surpassed the 2024 high of $6,099 and the all-time high of $6,147, set in February 2025.

So far, June is up by 4.39%, and for the year, the S&P 500 has increased by 4.93%. Last week ended on a strong note, with a 3.54% gain. It took the S&P 137 trading days to finally break its all-time high.

Looking ahead, the next step is to see a steady move upward, with a clear pattern of higher highs and higher lows. If this continues, the market will enter a strong bull trend, opening more opportunities for investors.

Dow Jones

The Dow Jones is showing bullish momentum in June but has yet to surpass its all-time high of $45,073, set in December 2024. So far, the index is up 3.68% for June and 2.97% for the year.

While the performance looks strong, further gains will depend on the Dow breaking through resistance levels, with the first significant target being its all-time high.

Nasdaq 100

The Nasdaq has hit a record high, rising by 5.68% in June and 7.25% for the year so far. This shows solid growth, and we’re hoping this upward trend continues. With the S&P 500 and Nasdaq breaking through major levels, we’re looking for a strong push as the year progresses.

FTSE 100: 

The FTSE 100 has yet to break above its all-time high of 8908, set in March 2025.

Looking at June’s performance so far, the index is up about 0.31%, bringing its year-to-date growth to 7.64%. This shows solid growth, and the goal is for this upward trend to continue through the rest of the year.

Last week, we saw a reversal, but the index pulled back to a support level. If this support holds, we could see a bounce and further upward movement, with the focus remaining on breaking the all-time high.

Friday saw a strong finish, with the FTSE closing up 0.76%. If this bullish momentum carries into next week, it could push the index closer to surpassing the record high.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW

Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL)

Royal Caribbean Cruises is showing a strong long-term bullish trend. June has been particularly impressive, with the stock rising by 20.61% for the month. For the year, it’s up by 34.13%, reflecting solid growth overall. Additionally, the price recently broke above the $300 mark, signaling strength and continued upward momentum. If the stock can establish a consistent upward trend, we may see significant growth in the coming months and possibly over the next year.

Last week ended on a strong note, with the stock climbing 13%. This momentum suggests further potential for continued gains. Since January 31, 2025, the stock had been consolidating within a range of $164 to $277, lasting 98 trading days. However, it recently broke out of this consolidation, marking a clear and decisive upward move.

With this breakout and the stock’s history of forming consistent upward trends, there is potential for further growth. If the current momentum continues, it could present an opportunity to take positions in this stock as it moves higher.

OUTPERFORMING ASSET FOR THE WATCHLIST

Nasdaq (NDAQ)

Nasdaq has been a strong-performing stock overall, showing steady growth from 2012 to 2021. Following that long-term uptrend, the price entered a period of consolidation. Between November 2021 and August 2024, it moved sideways within a range of $46 to $71. Eventually, it broke out of this range to the upside, entering another, shorter period of consolidation. Recently, it broke out of the second consolidation as well.

This pattern—long consolidation followed by a breakout, then a shorter consolidation and another breakout—suggests the possibility of a linear trend forming. Linear trends often follow consolidation breakouts, and the next major resistance level to watch is the $100 mark. Last week saw a strong bullish move, which could signal the beginning of this trend, though patience is key at this stage.

From November 29, 2024, to June 6, 2025, the price consolidated for 128 trading days before breaking out and forming a clean upward move. So far, June is up by 6.57%, and the Nasdaq has grown by 15.15% for the year, indicating strong performance and the potential for continued growth.

Looking Ahead

Right now, 41% of U.S. stocks are trading above their 200-day moving average, showing strong signs of market recovery. We’re adding more breakout stocks to our Asset Position Log for members to consider. If the S\&P 500 reaches a new all-time high, even more opportunities are likely to follow.

Keep it simple. Keep it Sublime.

The ST Team

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