      Last, the trader needs to evaluate the condition of a stock incomparison to the broad market. The tick indicator, the futures, and thebroad market averages themselves are the key tools in broad marketanalysis. Depending upon the stocks (bank and utility stocks, for example),the bonds can also be used as a confirming indicator. I generally placeless weight on the overall market trend if the trend is light. However, ifthere is sharp movement in the market, I place a heavy weight on thisanalytical tool. If the market is tanking, most stocks will follow thetrend. And remember, don't fight the trend!