David Becker

David Becker

David Becker is a finance writer and capital markets analyst . With more than 20 years of experience in trading, he runs a consulting business that focuses on investing, risk management and derivatives hedging. Becker holds a B.A. in economics.

Recent Articles

Cash In on the Calendar With the SPY ETF

Seasonality in the S&P 500 can be exploited using this options strategy on the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (NYSEARCA:SPY).

2 ETFs to Buy to Profit from Lower Rates and Cheap Gasoline

Housing stocks should continue to benefit from lower rates and declining gasoline prices. Here are two ETFs to buy.

Generate Income and Profits Using Apple Options

Apple stock's implied volatility is reaching new highs, which means savvy traders can profit with covered call options.

Profit Once Pain Returns to the Pump (UGA)

Stronger demand for gasoline should finally widen the "gasoline crack," setting up a pair trade in the USO and UGA ETFs.

3 Ways to Bank on Crude Oil Volatility (USO)

Declining crude oil prices present an opportunity to trade the USO ETF using these different options strategies.

Consumer Discretionary Stocks: A 1-2 Punch for Profits

Declining gasoline prices are boosting sentiment, which should provide a boost to retail and discretionary stocks. Your move: Buy XLY and RTH.

3 Way to Take Advantage of a Declining Yen

Weakening Japanese growth prospects and an aggressive Bank of Japan should lead to a weaker yen. Here are three ways to play.

Lower Fuel Prices: Why You Should Buy Delta, Short Union Pacific

Lower fuel prices should keep airlines outperforming railways, which sets up a pair trade on Delta Air Lines (DAL) and Union Pacific (UNP).

3 Ways to Play Lower China Interest Rates

The People's Bank of China just announced lower China interest rates. Investors should buy into material ETFs that will ride the lower rates.

UNG: Trade the Cold for 20% Gains

Should the bitter weather stick around -- and that seems likelier than not -- natural gas prices and the UNG fund could surge.