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WALL STREET, NEXT WEEK: DECEMBER 17, 2001
FINANCIAL ASTROLOGY FOR THE SUCCESSFUL INVESTOR AND TRADER

1. DECEMBER MARKETS
2. UP STARS/DOWN STARS
3. ASTRONUT
4. QUOTES
5. ON THE WEB
6. LETTERS

WAS 11 TIMES INSANE?
Psychologically, my favorite definition of insanity is “doing the same thing, over and over again and expecting different results.”  Here Alan just did it again for an 11th time!  Well, no comment.  Except what else is new? The rich will get richer and the little people may get a few crumbs, if lucky.  As for gold, you don’t need to be a Leo astrologer to know that $300+ is coming by next Fall.  But that is then, and this is now.

SELL STOCKS YOU DON’T WANT TO HOLD UNTIL FALL 2002!
Unless you plan on watching markets around the week of Christmas for price anomalies, sell both long term holdings that you no longer believe will out perform, and tax losses washes of the year in taxable accounts this week or next. In non-taxable accounts, raise liquidity.  Even given 1.75% rate, P/e’s are sky high, but without sufficient astrological justification.  I will speak more about this in the New Year.

KEYDATES:   December 17, 21
DJIA:              9800 PIVOT
NASDAQ:      Distribute on strength
EURO:            Continue long term accumulation

Now THERE IS LIGHT AT END OF THE TUNNEL as Saturn-Opposition Pluto ends May 2002!
Investors: REDUCE Technology Exposure even though FALL 2002 markets will be HIGHER than today.

2. Most U.S. consumers paid down their total debt last month, while only 4 percent expect to spend more on credit this holiday season than last. Nearly three-quarters of Americans plan to continue to reduce their overall debt as reported by the Cambridge Consumer Credit Index.  We found this survey encouraging news intermediate term, although an obvious short term negative for many US retailers.  Take or protect profits (write calls) if you own stocks in this sector.

Cheaper gas is helping many transportation companies. Roadway (ROAD) is one favorite, especially if it retreats back to under $28.  Unlike sales of automobiles, Harley-Davidson [HDI] sales haven't shown a sign of slowing down, said Karen Costello, from Bayside Harley.  "This is not peoples' mode of transportation," she said. "This is peoples' life and love." No wonder the stock is trading near its 52 week high and sports a p/e of 38, too rich for the blood of any non-hog lover.  Still, they do get better gas mileage than Suv’s…. 

3. Champagne Houses Waiting Nervously for the Corks to Pop
Nearly half of all annual sales of champagne happen in December. And this year, champagne makers and sellers are worried that few people will be in the mood to drink it. Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton (LVMHY) stock should continue to do poorly and remains a short term avoid.

Santas banned from shouting Ho! Ho! Ho!
Santas in Welllington New Zealand have been banned from saying "Ho! Ho! Ho!". Recruiters for shopping centers there say the traditional shout can be frightening for young children. They are giving tips on 'Santa patter' so children are talked to in the right way, and stress the need to listen and show patience and warmth. International Travelers also know that New Zealand's Auckland International Airport just received approval to build a second runway. Initial permission is for a 1,200 meter runway, which can be extended to 2,150 meters but is less than the 3,000 meters the airport had sought permission for.  Along with upcoming Nasdaq plans, we believe this clearly puts 2150 as its new omen resistance number. We recommend avoiding NZSE40 in 2002, as well as New Zealand, except for a pleasant, restful vacation.

4.  "So far, the market is holding together OK."
Todd Clark, co-head of trading, WR Hambrecht
HW: I am OK; you are OK.  I believe that can last until Santa arrives.

"Over time, the equity market will work to a lower PE ratio. It would not surprise me if we trade at a PE of 15 to18 rather than the 20s . . . in the next three years."
Michael Strauss, senior economist, Commonfund Asset Management
HW: We do not plan to pay more than that for most stocks next year.

“The risk is that we’ve gotten ahead of ourselves. It’s a valuation risk. Sure, it could go higher, but if it goes higher you’re starting to flirt with the reintroduction of another mania, and that’s very unhealthy.”
High Johnson, chief investment officer, First Albany
HW: I think you don’t have to worry just yet.  We still have one more pass of Saturn-Pluto ahead in May.

5.  Hard Asset Plays .

6. READER: I know tomorrow is Venus conj Pluto..... so yes could see [Your] sharp rally.. looking back in 1999 it did not give sharp rally... so we'll see. I do show a buy going into close..... and some firmness tomorrow... don't know it will be as big as you expect though.
HW: Are you trading the way they did way back when in 1999?  Shame on you!
 
READER: Are you familiar with Chris Carolan?  For three years, he has been pointing to Dec 14th, 2001 as an important high in the market based on his "spiral calendar."
HW:  A reasonable accurate long range forecast, although perhaps early by a week or two.  Please note he is tentatively scheduled to speak at our 11th Annual Astrology and Stock Market Conference in 2003.

READER: RE: Your previous “This is not the top” so when are you looking for the TOP?  DEC 14th Eclipse?  If not, when?
HW: Is it Christmas yet?

READER: RE: PKD, your November stock of the month is moving in the wrong direction. Do you have a new time projection in which the stock will reach your price target? If so, when?
HW: While it did not return 20% in one trading day, as did Halliburton (HAL), we still believe it will reach our initial price target within six months, which the time frame for these positional buys. Periodically review our stock of the month posting section for updates.

READER: Seems like you WERE right on ENE it seems to be going our way. When are you selling?  I bought 1000 at .91 and have NO idea when to sell. Do you think they are going to stay in business and that it will be going up for a long time, or should we try to get out soon?
HW:  Different subscribers have different entries, both slighter higher and lower than yours. I recommend all try for double your money, which is the trade we were proposing.  If you don’t think that likely, then sell when you are close to even.

READER: Does a gold subscriber have access to the silver subscribers information? If I am a day trader/swing trader, what subscription would you suggest?
HW: Yes. Depending on your trading universe and size, either a gold or platinum subscription.

READER: Your yellow and purple days mean what? And what does eod mean?   
HW: Yellow is “watch” or “caution” as I don’t know if it will be a Red or Green day, but it will be an important trading day. Purple is a “market marker day”. “Eod” is our abbreviation for “end of day”. Read our FAQ for more.

READER: Yesterday I signed up for a Gold quarter subscription. I am not a trader, and after viewing the information, I believe the S-1 subscription would better meek my needs. Is it possible for you to change this and credit the amount paid toward a Silver subscription? I am also confused, after reading some of your information, and since I am not a trader, is it better for me to wait until the 1st or 2nd quarter 02 before committing the majority of funds. I am not looking for the absolute bottom, but would prefer to wait if a 38% + pullback is in the offing.   
HW: READER: No problem, WSNW readers often upgrade and occasionally downgrade their subscriptions levels.  The best time to commit your funds was late in September.  We currently expect a nice Christmas rally and expect markets to be basing/down in Spring 2002, but also further up in December 2002.

READER: I am a little confused.  If you say a company has a huge cosmic potential to succeed (like IHI*), shouldn't they succeed regardless?
HW: Very good question.  Astrology, in my opinion, is a NECESSARY, but NOT sufficient condition to succeed. Astrology shows potential, not whether the potential is actualized!

READER: Sounds like good news from IHI.  Just wanted to share I met a stockbroker at a friend's dinner party who has watched IHI for 9 years.  He is very enthusiastic, and IHI is his favorite stock.  He gave me some background that was very interesting - it was great to find someone here who is confident of their success.
HW: Yes, and I think over time more and more stockbrokers will agree and begin to recommend it.
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