Both the VIX and the VXX are increasingly popular among option traders as volatility is expected to keep dropping. More
Warning: Coffee Prices Are Headed Up
Right now, prices aren't reflecting a supply-demand squeeze, but they will. That's bad news for a slew of popular stocks. More
Volatility ETN Rears Its Ugly Head
The TVIX's recent rapid descent provides a valuable lesson about the dangers of ETNs and other volatility-tracking products. More
Southwest Air Hikes Raise the Industry
Southwest followed on the heels of their competitors JetBlue and Virgin, increasing fares on most round-trip flights -- and many major carriers followed. More
Barbie Catches Hunger Games Fever
Mattel plans to release a collectible doll inspired by the lead character of Suzanne Collins' hit novel trilogy "The Hunger Games." More
Buy-and-Hold Is Always Tried and True
The market took a pause in growth last week, but for those who follow a long-term buy-and-hold strategy, most ups and downs won't make much of difference. More
