Put Options

2 Ways to Play Google Before Earnings

If you're inclined to make a directional bet into Google's earnings report, here are two high-risk, high-reward plays -- one bullish and one bearish -- to consider. More 

The Ceiling Is Coming for Whole Foods

Whole Foods is coming up against a line of resistance that has held strong in WFM's past two attacks. Expect that ceiling to go 3-0, and make this bearish trade to profit. More 

Tie Down Your Silver Straddle

Last month's long straddle on SLV is sitting on 50% gains. Here's how to squeeze a little bit more out while securing some of the profits in the original trade. More 

Play With the House’s Money in EEM

Put options on the emerging-market exchange-traded fund EEM have become profitable, giving traders the chance to lock in profits and make a new play for more. More 

Use Protective Puts to Cover Your Hiney

With the market seemingly at an inflection point, cautious investors can try to hedge via options on the market itself, or by targeting single stocks. More 

Bears Should Make Their Way Toward Red Hat

The sheer volume of bullish sentiment, RHT's weak price action and concerns about earnings guidance have me leaning toward a bearish put spread. More 

How to Cash In on Super-Coiled Silver

Silver's volatility is at an all-time low, meaning a big move is almost surely coming soon. Spring your way to profit with one of these two trades. More