Charting a slow-motion breakout attempt: Dow back for another crack at 20,000

Technically speaking, the U.S. benchmarks’ strong bull trend is firmly intact. Consider that the S&P 500 continues to press record territory, after briefly reaching all-time highs last week. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite has broken out, confirming its uptrend, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average remains within striking distance of the marquee 20,000 mark.