We Just Mapped Out Every Buy Zone For 2026

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Note from Michael Salvatore, Editor, TradeSmith Daily:  Let’s face it: The new year investment predictions buzz is exciting. Everyone loves a good prediction – the bolder, the better.  

But the truth is, predictions are fickle. And if they’re not supported by data, they can easily put a damper on your trading in the new year. 

That’s why this year, we’re bringing back our Anti-Predictions tradition that we began last year. 

All our analysts’ 2026 predictions won’t come from a hunch, a macro speculation, or anything that can’t be quantified by data. Instead, they will be a smart use of TradeSmith’s tools and systems that rely on cold, hard data. They aren’t predictions – they’re the opposite. But our goal is for them to help you in 2026 all the same.  

Our series continues today with William McCanless, editor of Trade Cycles, with his data-driven forecast for 2026… 

Can you predict what’s going to happen in the stock market a full year from now? 

Most people would laugh at that question. They can barely forecast next week, let alone 12 months out. 

But here’s what they’re missing: 

What makes 2026 unique? 

It’s a midterm election year. And you can actually look back at those, month by month, day by day, and spot distinct seasonal patterns. 

Plus – we’ve got 97 years of historical data here at TradeSmith – so why stop there? 

You can look at 11 specific midterm election years… the ones that are most like what we’ll face in 2026. 

Here’s the full breakdown so you can plan ahead – before it starts. Four buy zones. Two timeframes to absolutely avoid. Exact dates, and specific win rates: 

You can do this with any stock you want, or any index, and map out a full trading plan. And after watching my video, you’ll know how we can do it in just a couple minutes in TradeSmith. 

William McCanless 
Trade Cycles