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Trade of the Day: Harris Corp. (HRS)

With our indicators remaining bullish, options players should continue to weight toward bullish positions. More 

The Alchemy of Printing Without Ink

Ben Bernanke has succeeded to do what alchemists for millennia could not accomplish: produce something out of nothing, using a controversial tool called QE. More 

With QE Winding Down, Should Traders Be Worried?

Wednesday’s selloff can be explained by short-term traders reacting to Bernanke’s comments and some negative earnings news, but major investors held steady. More 

Mixed Messages Spook Investors — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

The Fed minutes' revelation of apparent dissent among Bernanke and other members turned a positive morning into broader losses for the major indices. More 

Wait Before Hopping Into Home Depot

Home Depot just reported a strong Q1 that sent the stock up to new highs. If you're not in yet, though, now's not the time to make your move. Here's why. More 

Stronger Dollar Spells Bad News for Stocks, Oil & Gold

The dollar has risen sharply in the year to date, causing much concern for investors. Oil and gold stocks are in particular danger. More 

Hints of the End of QE Have Traders Spooked

The price action in mortgage REIT American Capital Agency (AGNC) shows that retail investors have no qualms about turning tail from Fed-supported sectors if QE tapers off. More