Joseph Hargett

Joseph Hargett

InvestorPlace Contributor

Despite hailing from the Greater Cincinnati, Ohio area, Joseph Hargett has spent nearly the past decade elbow-deep in Wall Street.  Specializing in financial writing, options strategies and stock-market analysis, Joseph cut his teeth in the research department of Cincinnati-based Schaeffer’s Investment Research.

While at Schaeffer’s, Joseph wrote market, stock and options commentary for SchaeffersResearch.com, and was lead editor for The Options Advisor (the nation’s leading options newsletter).

Joseph has since moved on to become a prolific Forbes contributor in the options realm, as well as a lead copy editor and contributor for a well respected investment newsletter publisher.  Joseph’s commentary has appeared in a plethora of media outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Money Show Digest, Reuters, CBE MarketWatch and Sentiment Magazine.

Recent Articles

Monday’s Vital Data: Intel, Advanced Micro Devices and Weatherford International

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Options traders focused on Intel (INTC) and Advanced Micro (AMD) as the war for market share heated up. Meanwhile, Weatherford (WFT) was hammered by puts despite stronger-than-expected earnings.

Position for Shopify Earnings With 2 Options Trades

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Shopify is cornering the market on online Canadian cannabis sales, which could help boost revenue growth and SHOP stock.

Friday’s Vital Data: Facebook, Twitter and Ford

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Options traders took aim at the social media sector yesterday following dismal reports from both Facebook (FB) and Twitter (TWTR). Ford (F) was also a target after lowering its 2018 guidance.

Seagate Stock Set to Plunge on Earnings With No Solid Sate Solution

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Seagate may meet or beat earnings, but with no solution to its solid-state drive problems, STX stock is poised to plunge on weak guidance.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Advanced Micro Devices, NXP Semiconductors and General Motors

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Options traders flooded AMD with calls ahead of earnings. NXPI was also heavy with call options despite QCOM dropping its bid, and GM options were mixed.

Intel Is in the Hot Seat as AMD Steals Market Share

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Intel is facing increased competition from AMD in many key markets. Can INTC stock stand up to the pressure or has sentiment grown too bearish?

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Facebook, AT&T and Advanced Micro Devices

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Corporate earnings continue to dominate activity in the options pits this week. On Tuesday, it was heavy hitters like FB, T and AMD.

Boeing Stock Is Set to Soar Above Trade War Fears

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Boeing dominates orders at Farnborough International Air Show, proving that BA stock should continue to soar on strong quarterly guidance.

Monday’s Vital Data: General Electric Company, Apple and Tesla

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

Earnings once again topped the list for options traders on Friday. GE puts soared after the company’s CEO negated strong earnings. Apple calls continue to climb and Tesla is in the hot seat following a report on suppliers.

How to Prepare for Devastating Alphabet Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor

All eyes are on Alphabet heading into Monday's earnings, but a $5 billion E.U. antitrust fine could cut profits well below expectations. GOOGL stock could be in for a rough ride.

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