In Conclusion

* The Dow Jones Utilities Average This long-term lead indicator shows the condition of sensitive income and interest stocks.

* TRIN (Trading Index) This indicator tracks the volume of rising and declining issues.
When you have a bull market, TRIN falls from above 1.20 to below .70 during one trading day. When the market is bearish, TRIN goes from below .70 to above 1.20. If TRIN registers 1.00, this means there is an even relationship between declining and advancing stocks.
Ask the Investor Relations Officer When all else fails, you can ask a company's investor relations officer (IRS) for information about a corporation's status. Before you turn to this source, do your homework and see if your questions cannot be answered in some other way. When you call the IRS, have a written set of questions in front of you that you want specifically answered.
It is the company's right to not answer any of your questions. In fact, the IRS is limited to information like the company's future plans, media announcements, or figures which have already been made public. But the IRS can discuss pertinent information, such as labor relations and competitors, which may influence the actions of your stock.
As you can see, you are not limited to information given to you by your stock broker. The more you learn about corporations and the stock market, the more wise you will be with your money. If possible, take a couple of investment courses at your local college. If not, read all the information you can find on the subject. It's your money. You are the one who can take care of it like no one else.