Day traders' weekend lounge March 12 - 14

Thanks afternoon crew.

Well done if you made a decent quid this week. Opportunities were scarce. In fact, I hope this week marked some kind of short-term bottom in the spec market. The Emerging Markets Index (XEC) was up more than 2 per cent last time I looked. As for me, this was my first losing week of the year. Made money on four days out of five, but lost enough in the fifth to outweigh the gains. That's not how it should work. I've reviewed, identified a few familiar weaknesses and adjusted accordingly. Back on track now. Upwards and onwards.

Today's market action: "ASX Close: Choppy week ends with solid win"

In this report:

· ASX saves best for last

· Narrows performance gap on US

· Tech, energy shine

· US futures rally