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Large-Cap Tech Stocks: The New Defensives?

Large-cap technology stocks such as Apple and Intel have been a shelter from the recent market downturn. Is this a blip or the beginning of a lasting shift? More 

Friday’s Bloodbath Isn’t Over Yet

Friday was a sea of red ... and the charts point to continued pain ahead. Here's what you need to know. More 

Are You Missing the Boat on Share Buybacks?

While dividend-paying stocks have received the most attention in recent years, investors are missing the stronger returns of companies executing share buybacks. More 

What the Spike in Bond Yields Means for the Stock Market

U.S. Treasury yields have spiked, leading to some important shifts in the market. What can investors expect from stocks if bonds have entered a bear market? More 

3 Top-Heavy ETFs That Are Ready to Tumble

Be prepared to cash out or bet against these three funds as the number of holdings trading above their respective 50-day moving averages keeps on climbing. More 

Record Highs Make AmEx Too Pricey to Buy

American Express recently posted an earnings beat, raised its dividend this morning and has been soaring. So should you buy the red-hot stock? Probably not. More 

What Open Interest Can Tell Us

Learn if open interest can help you identify a trading opportunity. More