Canada Market Round-Up

Last week, the benchmark S&P/TSX Composite Index (TSX: ^TSX) opened on a positive note but consolidated in the range of 18721 to 19037 during the week. The S&P/TSX composite index made a new lifetime high of 19037.13 (On 17 March 2021) but drifted lower as investors booked profit at higher levels amid rising bond yields. On Monday, the index settled at 18815.13, down ~39 points or 0.21%. Technology, Utilities, and Real Estate were the leading sectors, while Healthcare, Industrials, Academic & Educational Services, and basic materials were the laggards on Monday. The weekly chart reflects that the index is sustaining above the upward sloping trend line and the immediate resistance level for the index is at 19310, while the immediate support exists at 18150. On the weekly time frame, RSI is trading at ~66.72 levels, which supports the bullish bias for the index. We expect volatility to remain high, whereas the index may consolidate with a positive bias in the broad range of18550 to 19037 levels.

The upcoming major economic events that may impact the Canadian market sentiment include Budget Balance monthly. 

Global Markets Wrap-Up 

For the week ending March 19, 2021, S&P 500 closed at 3913.09, down by ~0.77%. Dow Jones Industrial Average settled at 32627.97 with an overall loss of ~0.46 %, the Nasdaq composite declined almost 105 points and closed at 13215.24 (fell ~0.79%), while Russell 2000 settled at 2287.54, reflecting a decrease of ~2.77%. The major global indices reacted negatively to the data released by the Department of Labor last week. The US claims for jobless benefits were 770,000 last week, an increase of 45,000 from the previous weeks. The previous week’s level was 725,000.

Having understood the US market performance over the past one week, taking cues from major global news, and based on our technical analysis of the S&P/TSX Composite Index, now let us look at the two TSX- listed stocks from the technical standpoint. Noted below are our recommendations based on generic insights, entry price, target prices, and stop-loss for Westshore Terminals Investment Corporation (TSX: WTE) and Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX: D.UN) for the next 2-4 weeks duration.

Westshore Terminals Investment Corporation 

Westshore Terminals Investment Corporation (TSX: WTE) is a Canada-based company that operates a coal storage and loading terminal at Roberts Bank, British Columbia. The company derives revenue from rates charged for loading coal onto seagoing vessels.

Price Action Analysis (on the Weekly Chart)

On the weekly chart, WTE stock price broke out of double bottom (bullish reversal) pattern at CAD 18.85 level on February 8, 2021. After that, the price touched the 52-week high of CAD 20.69 level on March 17, 2021. Since the breakout, prices are sustaining above the support level. Moreover, the stock price has a breakout of the downward trend line at CAD 19.31 level. Now, the next resistance level appears to be at CAD 23, and prices may test that level in the short term (2-4 weeks).

Technical Indicators Analysis (On the Weekly Chart)

On the weekly chart, the momentum oscillator RSI (14-Period) is trading at ~64.75 level, which supports the bullishness in the stock price. Moreover, the volume in the stock is showing an upward trend, which indicates higher participation from the investors. Furthermore, the stock prices are trading above 21-period and 50-period SMA, indicating a positive trend.

Financial Summary:

General Recommendation:

As per the above-mentioned price action and technical analysis, we can conclude that Westshore Terminals Investment Corporation is looking technically well-placed on the chart and we recommend a ‘Buy’ rating on the stock. Investment decision should be made depending on an investor’s appetite for upside potential, risks, and any previous holdings. This recommendation is purely based on technical analysis, and fundamental analysis has not been considered in this report. Below is the summary of our recommendation.

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust 

Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust (TSX:D.UN) is a Canada-based real estate investment trust company. The company engaged in the business of owning, leasing, and managing office properties in urban centers across Canada.

Price Action Analysis (on the Weekly Chart)

On the weekly chart, D.UN stock price witnessed a breakout of the symmetrical triangle pattern at CAD 21.12 level (on March 3, 2021) that indicates bullish sentiments in the stock. The Stock price registered a decisive breakout that suggests a change in trend from sideways to bullish. The next important resistance level appears to be at CAD 24.50, and prices may test that level in the short term (2-4 weeks).

Technical Indicators Analysis (On the Weekly Chart)

On the weekly chart, the momentum oscillator RSI (14-Period) is trading at ~56.94 levels, indicating bullish momentum. Moreover, the stock is trading above 21-period and 50-period SMA and recorded a golden crossover on the weekly chart, which should act as a crucial support zone for the prices. The weekly volumes also look supportive for an upside movement.

Financial Summary:

General Recommendation:

As per the above-mentioned price action and technical analysis, we can conclude that Dream Office Real Estate Investment Trust is looking technically well-placed on the chart and we recommend a ‘Buy’ rating on the stock. Investment decision should be made depending on the investor’s appetite for upside potential, risks, and any previous holdings. This recommendation is purely based on technical analysis, and fundamental analysis has not been considered in this report. Below is the summary of our recommendation.

Upcoming Major Global Economic Events

Market events occur on a day-to-day basis depending on the frequency of the data and generally include update on employment, inflation, GDP, consumer sentiments, etc. Noted below are the upcoming week's major global economic events that could impact the S&P/TSX Composite Index and listed stocks’ prices.

Investment Related Risks: Based on the technical analysis, the risks are defined as per risk-reward ratio (~0.60:1.00); however, returns are generated within 2-4 weeks’ time frame. This may be looked at by Investors with sufficient risk appetite looking for returns within short investment duration. Investment recommendations provided in this report are solely based on technical parameters, and the fundamental performance of the stocks has not been considered in the decision-making process. Other factors which could impact the stock prices include market risks, regulatory risks, interest rates risks, currency risks, and social and political instability risks etc.

Entry Price: For the given recommendation(s), Entry Price is assumed be at or above a certain level. However, a slight deviation on either side in the ‘Entry Price’ can be considered depending upon the potential expected or indicated.

Note: How to Read the Charts?

The Green color line reflects the 21-period moving average while the red color line indicates the 50-period moving average. SMA helps to identify existing price trend. If the prices are trading above the 21-period and 50-period moving average, then it shows prices are currently trading in a bullish trend.

The Black color line in the chart’s lower segment reflects the Relative Strength Index (14-Period), which indicates price momentum and signals momentum in trend. A reading of 70 or above suggests overbought status while a reading of 30 or below suggests an oversold status.

The Blue color bars in the chart’s lower segment show the volume of the stock. The volume is the number of shares that changed hands during a given day. Stocks with high volumes are more liquid than the stocks with lesser volume and we consider stocks with greater than or equal to 200,000 volumes as more liquid. Liquidity in stocks helps in easier and faster execution of the order.

The Orange color lines are the trend lines drawn by connecting two or more price points and used for trend identification purposes. The trend line also acts as a line of support and resistance.

Risk Reward Ratio: Risk reward ratio is the difference between an entry point to a stop loss and profit level. We suggest ~60% Stop Loss of the Target 1 from the entry point.

A trailing stop-loss is a modification of stop-loss in case of favourable movement in the price to protect the gains. We suggest Investors to Trail the Stop-Loss as per the aforementioned levels, if the stock price achieves more than 50% of the Target 1. Investors should consider exiting from the position as per the Trailing Stop-Loss level if the price starts moving downwards after achieving more than 50% of the Target 1.

The reference date for all price data, volumes, technical indicators, support, and resistance levels is March 22, 2021. 

Abbreviations

CMP: Current Market Price

SMA: Simple Moving Average

CAD: Canadian Dollar

RSI: Relative Strength Index

Note: Trading decisions require a thorough analysis by investors. Technical reports in general chart out metrics that may be assessed by investors before any stock evaluation. The above are illustrative analytical factors used for evaluating the stocks; other parameters can be looked at along with additional risks per se. Past performance is neither an indicator nor a guarantee of future performance.

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