don't fight the trend...just look at whatever long- and shortterm ma you are using. also wait for the MPC announcement and the CPI and interest rate scenarios to become clearer. after the recent sell-offs in retailers and financials, it will take time for the shares to consolidate and to build new bases. averaging down is a natural emotional reaction, but not a good financial one. keep your powder dry. personally, I would stay away from interest-rate sensitive stocks for the near-term. rather pick the shares where you know earnings growth is relatively bomb proof - ie construction and GDFI related. omo