BTIG
May 19, 2026
Too Many Signals to Ignore
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BTIG analyst Jonathan Krinsky warns that extreme RSI levels, poor breadth, and record tech concentration signal a likely market correction. The semiconductor sector's recent 3.8% drop suggests leading sectors are finally beginning to 'catch down' to the broader market weakness.
Key Takeaways
- 1.The SPY has reached extreme RSI levels (78) which historically precedes negative returns across all timeframes from 5-40 days.
- 2.Market breadth is at an unprecedented divergence; while the SPX is 8.5% above its 50 DMA, only 47% of component names are above their own 50 DMA.
- 3.The Semiconductor and AI theme (SMH) has begun to crack, suffering its worst daily decline since March (-3.8%) on high volume.
Table of Contents
- Biggest Downside Volume Since March
- Another Unprecedented Extreme
- Yields Knocking on a New Range
- Crude Floor Being Raised
- One of These is Not Like the Others
- Tech Weighting Continues to Surge
- Fear Has Left the Building
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Authors
Jonathan KrinskyTyler Durden
Securities
SPYSMHIGVSPXCL26
Themes
Market Breath DivergenceTech Concentration RiskCatch-Down Potential
Regions
North AmericaUnited States
