Group 1 - The article provides a top-down analysis of the information technology sector, focusing on subsector metrics related to value, quality, and momentum [1] - It aims to assist in analyzing sector ETFs, specifically the Technology Select Sector SPDR [1] - The author, Fred Piard, has over 30 years of experience in technology and has been investing in data-driven systematic strategies since 2010 [1] Group 2 - The investing group led by Fred focuses on quality dividend stocks and companies at the forefront of tech innovation [1] - The group also provides market risk indicators, real estate strategies, bond strategies, and income strategies in closed-end funds [1]

Core Viewpoint - The technology sector is currently a focal point in the market, showing strong short-term rebounds but indicating weakening long-term momentum, suggesting a cyclical adjustment may be underway [1][3]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The technology sector, comprising 30% of the S&P 500 Index, typically leads market movements, both in bullish and bearish phases [1]. - The recent strong rebound in the XLK ETF since April has led to a successful breakout above its 200-day moving average, signaling short-term positivity [3][5]. - However, the monthly MACD has shown a bearish crossover, marking the first "sell" signal since early 2022, indicating a potential price adjustment lasting at least six months [3]. Group 2: Technical Analysis - The Technology Select Sector SPDR is currently in a long-term uptrend but is facing upward pressure due to diminishing momentum, suggesting that the recent rebound may stall [5]. - A supply zone exists between $228 and $241, where the XLK ETF previously experienced narrow fluctuations, indicating a potential halt in the current rebound [5]. - The relative strength of XLK compared to the S&P 500 has recently increased, indicating superior performance during the market rebound, but this may be a temporary trend [7]. Group 3: Future Outlook - Despite entering a technical bear market phase, a long-term bullish outlook is anticipated to re-emerge around 2026 [3]. - The current relative strength of technology stocks is likely to be more of a counter-trend nature, suggesting limited sustainability moving forward [7].