Day Trade Cheat Sheet - March 14, 2026 (EOD)

 ## TODAY'S GRADE: C A challenging day for day traders as major indexes declined with notable volatility, driven by geopolitical tensions and tech sector weakness, limiting clear directional opportunities. ## HOW INDEXES TRADED **SPY:** -0.57% - choppy with steady downward pressure **QQQ:** -0.64% - trending lower amid tech sell-off **IWM:** -0.33% - mild decline, relatively more stable than large caps ## BIGGEST MOVERS ### Winners **$SNDK** +6.56% - CEO comments on pursuing long-term supply agreements boosted confidence **$MU** +4.85% - strong momentum in semiconductor space amid AI optimism **$IT** +3.83% - defense tech ETF benefiting from geopolitical risk and AI defense applications **$CAG** +2.72% - solid consumer staples performance amid market rotation **$BA** +2.20% - aerospace gains on defense spending and geopolitical concerns ### Losers **$ADBE** -7.48% - heavy tech sell-off, possibly linked to AI spending concerns and earnings update **$META** -4.27% - worries over AI model setbacks and potential 20% workforce cuts **$AVGO** -4.43% - broad semiconductor weakness amid profit-taking **$PARA** -4.94% - sharp drop likely tied to broader tech and AI sector pressure **$VXRT** -23.86% - severe sell-off on biotech sector volatility and disappointing news ## WHAT WORKED Patterns or setups that worked today: - Long semiconductor and defense tech plays (e.g., **$MU**, **$IT**) capitalized on AI and geopolitical tailwinds. - Consumer staples and energy sectors showed relative strength, offering safer havens amid market uncertainty. ## WHAT FAILED Setups that didn't work: - Tech growth momentum trades, especially in AI-related names like **$ADBE** and **$META**, failed as investors digested earnings concerns and cost-cutting news. - Biotech momentum faded sharply, exemplified by **$VXRT**'s steep decline, indicating heightened risk aversion in speculative sectors. ## AFTER-HOURS WATCH Earnings or news to monitor tonight: - **$ADBE** - Watch for further updates after a 7.48% drop on earnings miss and revenue shortfall. - **$MU** - Semiconductor leader posted gains; any after-hours commentary could impact tomorrow’s sentiment. - **$AMZN** - Recent price pressure continues; monitor for any news on Prime Video pricing or AI investments. ## TOMORROW PREVIEW **Early Watch:** Semiconductor and AI-related stocks like **$MU**, **$AMAT**, and **$NVDA** for potential rebounds or continued volatility. Consumer staples such as **$CAG** and energy names like **$COP** may offer defensive plays. **Catalyst:** Key focus on geopolitical developments around the Strait of Hormuz, upcoming earnings from major tech and semiconductor companies, and the FOMC meeting next week which could influence market tone. **Bias:** Neutral to bearish into tomorrow as traders remain cautious amid ongoing geopolitical risks and mixed earnings signals. Defensive sectors may outperform if risk aversion persists.