As U.S. financial markets observed a pause for Juneteenth National Independence Day on Thursday, June 19, 2025, major indices showed a lackluster performance in the last trading session before the holiday.
📉 Market Snapshot (June 18, 2025 Close):
| Index | Last | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dow Jones Industrial Avg | 42,171.66 | -44.14 | -0.10% |
| NYSE Composite Index | 19,901.129 | -171.544 | -0.09% |
| NYSE U.S. 100 Index | 16,786.816 | -52.83 | -0.31% |
| S&P 500 Index | 5,980.87 | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| NYSE FANG+ Index | 14,187.235 | -51.61 | -0.36% |
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🧾 Technical Analysis: Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)
On the 15-minute chart for the DJIA, the price action showed weakness, closing the session near 42,171.66, dipping marginally by 0.10%.
- Bollinger Bands (20, 2): The index fluctuated within the lower half of the Bollinger Band, indicating bearish momentum, with resistance near 42,472 and support at 42,140.
- RSI (14): The Relative Strength Index closed at ~40.94, showing mild bearishness but not yet in oversold territory.
- Moving Averages: The index remains under the 50-period SMA (42,312.71), a bearish signal in the short term.
Despite a brief rebound attempt, selling pressure near the upper band and the midline SMA kept bulls in check.
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📌 Sectoral Weakness & Tech Drag
Tech-heavy indices like the NYSE FANG+ and U.S. 100 Index showed pronounced weakness, declining 0.36% and 0.31% respectively. This suggests risk-off sentiment in the technology sector, possibly influenced by macroeconomic uncertainty and positioning ahead of the holiday.
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📅 Juneteenth Closure Impact
Markets remained closed on Thursday in observance of Juneteenth National Independence Day, a U.S. federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. Investors likely opted for caution on Wednesday, reducing exposure ahead of the shortened week.
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📊 Outlook Ahead
With RSI hovering just above oversold levels and prices testing the lower Bollinger Band, a potential technical bounce could be on the cards. However, sustained momentum may require a bullish breakout above 42,500.
Key Levels to Watch:
- Resistance: 42,472 / 42,825
- Support: 42,140 / 42,000
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Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as investment advice. Trading in financial markets involves risk. Always do your own research or consult a professional.
