David Becker

David Becker

InvestorPlace Contributor

David Becker is a finance writer and capital markets analyst . With more than 20 years of experience in trading, he runs a consulting business that focuses on investing, risk management and derivatives hedging. Becker holds a B.A. in economics.

Recent Articles

Safely Pick a Bottom in Energy Stocks (XLE, XLU)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Energy stocks are bottoming out, and the ratio between the XLE and the XLU is flashing oversold levels. Use this pair trade to capitalize.

This Silver Options Trade Could Net 275% (SLV)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

If the U.S. dollar continues to bulk up and erode silver prices, this trade on the iShares Silver Trust (SLV) could pay off big-time.

5 Stocks That Momentum Will Drive Higher

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

The MACD is a momentum gauge that can help forecast higher prices, and right now it's flashing "buy" for these five blue chips.

The RSI Says It’s Time to Buy (IWM, SPY)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

This technical indicator is giving off oversold reasons on both large caps (SPY) and small caps (IWM).

Where Is Crude Oil Going? Look for the Strike of Pain (USO)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

A large open interest in January USO puts hints at further acceleration in the decline in crude oil prices.

3 Consumer Discretionary Stocks You Can Win With in Q4

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Favorable forecasts for retail along with positive seasonality bode well for this trio of consumer discretionary stocks.

XLF: Rising Yields Should Shine on the Financial Sector

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Here are two ways to trade the financial sector via the XLF right now: one for market bulls, and one for the ... less optimistic.

USO: Make Money in Calmer Oil Waters

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

45-year highs in oil production should reduce volatility, playing to the strengths of this USO options trade.

Gold Prices’ Seasonal Rise Could Be in Jeopardy

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

A rising dollar could stop gold from making its normal seasonal climb. Here's how to play the yellow metal should things go south.

Volatility Could Soar After the September ECB Meeting

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

A returning legion of Wall Streeters met with disappointing decisions from the ECB could drive volatility higher next week.

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