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Trade of the Day: Louisiana Pacific (LPX)

“Safe haven” assets are boosting stocks, but traders should stay in risk-off mode with the fiscal cliff still undecided More 

The U.S. Dollar is Contrarianism Defined

The U.S. dollar had a record amount of bears in September and October. So why were we bullish on the dollar? Wall Street missed a high probability trade. More 

Bias to the Bear Side but Don’t Overdo It

As markets continue to move into bearish territory, it only makes sense for options buyers to continue to buy puts. But the calendar and oversold technical conditions caution against going too far overboard with your put buying. More 

Grossly Oversold Market Due for a Bounce

The technicals tell us that the likelihood of a sharp rally is high. More 

Make a Bet on Calmer Post-Election Waters

Rather than wager on the presidential election and its implications on stock direction, though, bet on a variable that arguably is much easier to predict: volatility. More 

Do Tech Stocks Spell Trouble or Opportunity?

They have been inflicting damage on the major indices, but a rally in the sector may be coming. More 

Why Both Presidential Candidates are Wrong about China

The final Presidential debate is over and China was again at front and center. Will pressuring them to let their currency float freer really bring jobs back? More