- Weekly Insights — S&P/TSX Composite Index (Week of March 23)

Structure Shift Signals a Decision Week Ahead
The index broke below a previous swing low, creating a potential change of character. This is the first sign of weakness after a strong upward leg.
This week, the key question is whether price:
- Forms a higher low and reclaims structure
- Or continues lower into deeper reaction zones
This is the market’s decision point.
2. Liquidity Has Been Cleared Below
The sweep below the prior low removed:
- Sell‑side liquidity
- Stop clusters
- Short‑term bullish positioning
This creates room for either:
- A bullish continuation (if buyers step in), or
- A deeper pullback (if the sweep was not enough)
The next reaction will reveal intent.
3. Reaction Zone Below Is Critical
Price is sitting inside a zone defined by:
- A previous bullish displacement
- A strong rejection wick
- A clear shift in control earlier in the trend
If buyers defend this zone, expect:
- A reclaim of the broken low
- A higher low forming
- A potential continuation leg
If they fail, the next downside levels open up.
4. Momentum Cooling but Not Collapsing
- RSI in the low‑40s → momentum cooling
- Price below 20 EMA & 50 EMA → short‑term pressure
- Volume increased on the drop → participation confirmed
This supports a pullback narrative, not necessarily a reversal.
5. Levels to Watch This Week
Upside
- Reclaim of the broken low
- Reaction at the 20 EMA
- Minor swing highs inside the pullback
Downside
- Failure to hold the reaction zone
- Break below the sweep
- Move toward deeper structure
This week is all about reaction, not prediction.
