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Friday, April 3, 2026

0DTE options just murdered the market’s oldest pattern

There’s no stopping the rise of 0DTE options at this rate.

They now reflect almost 80% of all daily Nasdaq volume and 65% of the S&P.

This alone has triggered a shocking weekend shift.

You see…

For close to a hundred years, traders could count on the same pattern every week.

The week started with a soft pullback, and by midweek, the market usually pushed higher again.

Then 0DTE options came in…

Now stocks often stumble during the week… only to come alive into the weekend.

Why do you think we’ve been seeing sharp moves to either side lately?

The rise of 0DTE options is a culprit.

I’ve been tracking these weekend rallies closely

And what I’m seeing reminds me of the biggest shifts I’ve seen throughout my career.

I’ve spent the past five decades in the markets.

I started as a securities trader and broker at a trading desk on Wall Street to currently showing thousands of regular folks the hidden secrets of trading.

And if there’s one thing five decades in the market has taught me… It’s how to spot when the market is changing its rules of the game.

And that led me to this Weekend Discovery.

Only it doesn’t involve putting in hours into a side job…

Instead, it revolves around a three-letter ticker that would have delivered a shocking accuracy of over 80% on trades based on research.

All without chasing headlines or riding the emotional rollercoaster of daily trading.

I won’t make any reckless guarantees here…

But if you’d like to see the nuts and bolts behind this weekend income discovery…

Tap here for the full breakdown.
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This Week's Exclusive News

Lululemon's Share Price Bottom Is In: Nowhere to Go But Up

Author: Thomas Hughes. Published: 3/20/2026.

Lululemon apparel and yoga gear display with branding, reflecting retail strength and potential stock rebound.

Key Points

  • Lululemon is set up to rebound in 2026 as it builds momentum in international sales, drives cash flow, and buys back shares.
  • Analysts weigh on price action in early 2026, as weak guidance undermines confidence, but outperformance is likely.
  • Institutions are accumulating LULU at long-term lows, providing a floor for the action and limiting downside risk.
  • Special Report: Elon Musk's $1 Quadrillion AI IPO

Lululemon's (NASDAQ: LULU) share price may face hurdles in 2026, but indications from technical charts, valuation metrics, analysts, institutions, and recent earnings suggest lower prices are unlikely. There is always risk with this retail stock, but at current levels Lululemon's potential appears to outweigh that risk, offering an attractive reward profile for investors willing to buy in. 

It begins with the charts. Lululemon's technicals point to a potential bottom and the earliest signs of a rebound across multiple timeframes.

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The monthly chart is the weakest, but it still aligns with a floor near $164 — roughly the late 2019 highs.

That level coincides with the early 2020 COVID-driven lows and is likely to act as a strong support, given the price action then and the opportunity today

LULU stock chart displaying share price at a bottom in March of 2026.

Weekly and daily charts strengthen the outlook, suggesting not only a price floor but also the earliest signs of an advance. In this scenario, Lululemon's stock is positioned to climb as 2026 progresses and to gain momentum over time as investment dollars rotate back into the name.

Valuation metrics point to a deep value opportunity: Lululemon is trading near early‑2020 price levels while revenue is more than 185% higher. The market paid a premium in 2019 that is no longer justified, but even accounting for that, the current multiple—roughly 12x earnings—appears too low. This implies room for near‑term price/multiple expansion and substantial long‑term upside: near‑term valuation compares favorably to the S&P 500 average (suggesting nearly 100% upside versus that benchmark), while long‑term forecasts imply 500% or more upside by 2035 or sooner. 

Analysts and Institutions Signal Floor for Lululemon

Analyst sentiment has weighed on price action in 2026. Targets were cut after the fiscal 2025 earnings release, but the revisions still generally align with a market bottom. The low end of revised targets falls below current prices, though the most pessimistic targets are outliers.

The consensus of six targets issued within the first 18 hours after the release sits around $180 — below broader consensus but comfortably above critical support — while the high‑end target points to $225. 

At present, analyst sentiment doesn't supply an immediate catalyst for a rebound, but that could change later in the year as new results and guidance are issued.

Cautious 2026 guidance was the primary driver of the sentiment shift. If upcoming releases outperform or guidance improves, analysts and market sentiment could quickly turn more constructive.

Meanwhile, institutional activity also supports the case for limited downside. Institutions own more than 85% of the stock and, after distributing shares in the back half of 2025, returned to accumulation in Q1 2026. Early Q1 buying exceeded selling by better than 2:1, a pace that provides meaningful support. 

Lululemon Ended 2025 on a High Note: Guides Downbeat for 2026

Lululemon closed 2025 with a solid quarter, generating $3.64 billion in net revenue — a 0.8% year‑over‑year increase that outperformed consensus by 170 basis points. Strength was driven by international sales and offset mild declines in the Americas, against a tough comp that included an extra week in the prior year. On an adjusted basis, growth was closer to 6%, with comps up 3% systemwide and 15 net new stores added.

Margins held up better than feared. While earnings contracted, the shortfall was smaller than forecast — GAAP EPS came in at $5.01, roughly 25% ahead of expectations. More importantly, cash flow, the balance sheet, and capacity for share buybacks are in better‑than‑expected condition, supporting the outlook for a share price rebound. 

Share buybacks are meaningful: the company reduced share count by about 3.85% in fiscal 2025 and is expected to remain aggressive in 2026. Balance sheet highlights show no red flags, indicating adequate capitalization and manageable leverage to continue executing strategy and building shareholder value. 


Additional Reading from MarketBeat Media

MarketBeat Week in Review – 03/16 - 03/20

Author: MarketBeat Staff. First Published: 3/21/2026.

As the calendar turns to spring, investors hope the March madness in stocks will end — but they may have to wait. This week, all major indexes closed below their 200-day moving averages, a technical indicator that often signals growing bearishness.

That sentiment is being fed by government data showing inflation remains stubborn. That will likely keep the Federal Reserve from lowering interest rates; some chatter even includes a potential rate increase.

Investors have overlooked troublesome data before, but what's different now is the overlay of the Iran conflict. Questions remain about how long it will last and whether it will escalate. Those answers will influence energy prices — a direct driver of consumer sentiment.

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Key Points

  • Spring has sprung, but will it help shake off the downturn in stocks that is now in its fourth week?
  • Economic indicators show inflation is beginning to move higher, but the central focus continues to be on potential escalation in the U.S. conflict with Iran.
  • Volatility will continue, but MarketBeat analysts can still point out opportunities.
  • Special Report: Elon Musk's $1 Quadrillion AI IPO

Expect more volatility, but also opportunities. MarketBeat analysts can help you find them. Here are this week's most popular articles.

Articles by Thomas Hughes

Retail stocks remain closely watched this earnings season. This week, Thomas Hughes analyzed recent reports from discount retailers Dollar Tree (NASDAQ: DLTR) and Ollie's Bargain Outlets (NASDAQ: OLLI). Both companies posted positive current-quarter results but offered cautious guidance.

Dollar Tree's catalysts come from restructuring and remodeling. With Ollie's, the story is expansion. Hughes explains how Dollar Tree's restructuring and store remodels serve as catalysts, while Ollie's growth is driven by expansion. He lays out the fundamental and technical case for why each stock may be compelling at current prices.

Then there's Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO), the manufacturer of small modular reactors, which reported earnings this week. Hughes noted that investors may be putting in a bottom after the recent sell-off — a move that could lead to significant upside if the company executes its plans.

Articles by Sam Quirke

Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ: AMZN) is bucking the sell-off in technology stocks. This week, Sam Quirke explained the technical backdrop suggesting investors may view the post-earnings CapEx-driven sell-off as overdone.

Buy the rumor, sell the reality? That seems to have been the case with PayPal Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: PYPL), which rallied on takeover rumors and then fell sharply — reviving concerns about PayPal's relevance in a crowded payments market. Quirke explored what could restart the rally.

Quirke also covered the surge in Cloudflare Inc. (NYSE: NET) after reports it might create a stablecoin. He explained why rapid growth in agentic AI makes the idea logical, though implementation is likely some ways off: is it a real catalyst or short-term hype?

Articles by Chris Markoch

Investors love stock splits for psychological reasons. After several high-profile splits in 2025, some companies could be candidates to split their shares in 2026 based on price alone. This week, Chris Markoch highlighted three stocks to watch.

Because congressional trading hasn't been banned, investors still watch lawmakers' trades. Markoch pointed out five stocks that members of Congress have traded in the last 90 days.

Palantir Technologies Inc. (NASDAQ: PLTR) continues to attract headlines. Its recent partnership with NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) deserves attention rather than a quick dismissal.

Articles by Ryan Hasson

When markets are moving lower, it can help to ride the hot hand. This week, Ryan Hasson spotlighted the three best-performing stocks in the S&P 500 and explained why each may have more room to run.

In broad market selloffs, even quality names can go on sale. Hasson pointed investors to five large-cap stocks that look oversold despite solid fundamentals — a potential shopping list for patient investors.

Valuation concerns and fears of unrealistic growth projections have pressured tech stocks, but Hasson identified two technology stocks that are holding their ground amid the volatility.

Articles by Leo Miller

The AI infrastructure trade has many layers, which helps explain why shares of Credo Technology (NASDAQ: CRDO) and Astera Labs (NASDAQ: ALAB) have been moving higher. Leo Miller highlighted both names and explained the dynamics likely to push them higher.

Staying with under-the-radar stocks, Miller explained the role Keysight Technologies (NYSE: KEYS) plays in the AI and defense spending boom, and he cautioned about valuation concerns for potential investors.

What's in a name? For Everpure (formerly Pure Storage) (NYSE: PSTG), quite a lot. The company's rebrand reflects a shift toward an intelligent data management platform rather than just storage. Miller noted, however, that the post-earnings drop shows what investors really care about: results. Read more: Data storage to data intelligence.

Articles by Nathan Reiff

D-Wave Quantum Inc. (NYSE: QBTS) is among the more enticing names in quantum computing. Nathan Reiff explained why IBM's quantum research poses a challenge to D-Wave, not just from a technology standpoint but also because of IBM's stronger balance sheet.

There seems to be a new headline about GLP-1 drugs every week, which can complicate investing. This week, Reiff highlighted three companies at the forefront of the GLP-1 pill wars that investors should watch closely.

Stocks and bonds often move inversely. The bond market may not be booming, but Reiff wrote about two active bond ETFs that are off to a strong start in 2026.

Articles by Dan Schmidt

Volatile markets can create opportunities for momentum traders willing to accept risk. This week, Dan Schmidt used technical charts to highlight indicators pointing to a bullish reversal in three well-known stocks.

Much of the talk around the Strait of Hormuz focuses on oil, but Schmidt pointed out that it's also a key artery for plant nutrients used in fertilizer. That's creating a supply-demand imbalance that could lift three fertilizer stocks.

Articles by Jeffrey Neal Johnson

In addition to oil and fertilizer, a closure of the Strait of Hormuz would affect the supply chain for chemical stocks. Jeffrey Neal Johnson explained the situation in the Strait and why it's bullish for two chemical stocks that also have defensive qualities.

The AI revolution is advancing quickly, and Johnson suggested investors look beyond chipmakers and data-center plays. Many retailers are using AI in their supply chains, and he highlighted two top names to consider.

Good enough hasn't been enough for many companies this earnings season, but a substantial beat still gets attention. That was the case with El Pollo Loco (NASDAQ: LOCO). Johnson highlighted the company's strong report and why it may be well-positioned in the fast-casual market.

Articles by Jennifer Ryan Woods

Home Depot (NYSE: HD) is an example of a quality company operating in a tough environment. The housing and renovation market remains weak, but Jennifer Ryan Woods noted that analysts remain bullish on HD, and even a modest recovery could reward investors who buy on weakness.

Wayfair Inc. (NYSE: W) has taken investors on a tariff-induced roller coaster, climbing nearly 500% at its peak. Now that the stock is pulling back, Woods explained why analysts are parsing mixed earnings and why investors might do the same.

Expedia Group (NASDAQ: EXPE) has become a complicated trade after issuing cautious guidance for 2026, prompting a rethink of margin expectations. Woods analyzed why the stock looks attractive and also detailed the reasons for concern: where does it go next?

Articles by Peter Frank

Interactive Brokers Group (NASDAQ: IBKR) is up more than 50% in the past 12 months. Peter Frank explained why the fast-growing brokerage may continue to outperform, but also highlighted potential headwinds if interest rates fall or trading activity slows: can IBKR repeat another big year?

Like many financial services companies, Stifel Financial (NYSE: SF) enjoyed a strong 2025. Frank cautioned that, "...when you play the market with a stock that's dependent on the market, there's always risk." Read his piece to decide if SF stock belongs in your portfolio.

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