Check Point Software (CHKP) has been a consistently strong stock over the years. For the last 18 months, the stock has been consolidating and, as of this week, looks ready to make its next move to higher highs.
As long as the breakout holds above $120, the stock looks great. I like the higher volume showing up as the stock confirms the breakout.
Wednesday's Market Buzz talked about the bank stocks. Click on the Market Buzz below to watch.
Here is the the Canadian Market Roundup for mid-March.
Below is some information on other videos produced this week.
Here is a link to this week's Weekly Market Roundup video, with a lot more information on the asset classes.
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