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3 Ways to Trade for October Seasonality

October doesn't just mean the leaves change and the air gets chilly -- it also means more volatility. Here are three great ETFs for the coming month. More 

This Holiday Season, Go Shopping for Retail

Early forecasts are pointing to a strong holiday season. You can pick and choose among retailer stocks, but a better play might be a neatly wrapped ETF. More 

Short-Term Hedges for Your Energy Bets

Long-term, prices will surely climb given the eventual need for more energy. But first, a drop is more likely. Here's how to prepare yourself. More 

Can Retail’s Rally Keep It Up?

The retail sector's strong second quarter, along with some promising economic data, are promising signs. But they shouldn't be overstated. More 

3 ETFs Breaking Away From the Pack

Which sectors are positioned as better breakout leaders? The answer points to three ETFs that could make much stronger moves than others. More 

Q2 Earnings Will Determine if Markets Sink or Swim

Corporate earnings for Q1 2012 were better than expected, but to Q2 2012 is weak and getting worse. Will stocks gain or fall? More 

In Retail, High End’s Pain Is Low End’s Gain

Discount retailers have greatly outperformed the luxury brand in the past two months. Is the low-end segment still the better bet? The answer is in the headlines. More