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Don’t Chase Bond Safety With More Risk

Investors continue to roll money out of stocks and stock funds and into bond funds, but many might not understand the risks in that retirement strategy. More

Low Volatility Is Depressing Options Sellers

Find out how extraordinarily low implied volatility is affecting what options trades you should pursue to hedge your portfolio. More

Commodity Funds: Don’t Bother

Compared with stocks, commodity funds have experienced lower returns and higher volatility, and they have not been an effective source of diversification. Investors should rethink their holdings in commodity funds. More

My Mini-Berkshire Strategy Using Options for Insurance

Using excess cashflow to purchase puts and calls will help me smooth out the risk in my dividend portfolio. Its a bit risky, so check with an advisor first More

JCPenney Same-Store Sales Sink: 6 Stocks in 60 Seconds

This week's video: JCPenney's same-store sales fell 17% in Q1. Also, find out why Arena Pharmaceuticals and Toyota are both celebrating. More

What Materials Stocks Reveal About the Rest of the Market

The Materials ETF (XLB) is approaching a 52-week high. Find out what the sector's next moves will reveal about market leadership and the outlook for economic growth. More

The Price Level to Watch in Exxon Mobil

When Exxon Mobil reports Thursday, everyone -- XOM shareholders, as well as energy and broader market followers alike -- should be paying attention. More

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