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

Can the ECB Save German Stocks? (EWG)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Europe's strongest economy is showing a small limp, but help could be on the way for German stocks and the EWG.

Generate Robust Returns With Volatility Options (UVXY)

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Despite an iffy geopolitical situation in several parts of the world, volatility is low -- but it won't be for long. This bull put spread on UVXY should pan out once volatility rears its ugly head again.

XLU – Triple Your Dividends With Naked Puts

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

If you're looking to squeeze more dividends out of the income-happy XLU, consider naked puts on the ETF.

New Money Market Rules – What’s ‘Safe’ Now?

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

The SEC shakes up the money market world in hopes of avoiding another 2008-esque crisis. Here's what you should know.

Asset Allocation – How ‘Spreading the Love’ Will Save Your Portfolio

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Asset allocation is one of the most important tools in the risk management toolbelt. Learn the basics of this strategy, and how it can help your portfolio.

5 Stocks With Bullish Options Sentiment Ahead of Earnings

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

The put-call ratio can provide insight into how Wall Street views a stock's chances of rising or falling when earnings roll around. Check out these five stocks that options traders appear bullish on.

How to Take Advantage of Volatility in Oil Prices

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

While international tensions aren't sending crude oil prices soaring, they are bumping up oil volatility. Consider a straddle on USO to profit.

3 Ways to Hedge Your Portfolio in an Unsure Market

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

Worried that the market can't possibly keep up this rally forever? Options, short selling and ETFs can all help you protect against some of your long positions.

The Preferred Defensive Sector – Utilities, Not Consumer Staples

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

While some investors might be expecting consumer staples to rebound and become the preferred defensive sector of choice, utilities still look like the top dog.

Market Sentiment – How to Profit From Seasonal Volatility

By David Becker, InvestorPlace Contributor

As far as seasonality goes, implied volatility typically climbs in July, which can provide investors with a trading opportunity on VIX products.

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