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September Seasonality: ANOTHER Reason to Sell Stocks

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The last thing this market needs is another reason to sell off, but we've got one: A history of weak seasonality only adds to the pressure facing stocks right now.

How (And When) to Buy this Market Volatility

By Tom Essaye, Editor, The 7:00's Report
Here are some of the pins that need to fall before you should put your cash to work, and a couple stocks to buy once you do.

How to Keep a Cool Head in a Market Correction

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don't panic during a stock market correction. Here's a solid strategy, as well as a few deep discounts to be on the watch for.

Interpreting Economic and Housing Data for Investors

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Do you think that economic news and housing data has been encouraging or discouraging? It's all a matter of an investor's perspective.

Will We Get a Fed Rate Hike? Here’s What to Know.

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
We look at both compelling sides of the argument over whether we'll get a Fed rate hike in September.

The Dow Jones’ Death Cross: Here’s Why I Love It

By Charles Payne
A death cross for the Dow Jones Industrial Average is rare, but when it happens it doesn't necessarily prescribe bad fortune for the market.

How Important Is the Dow Jones Death Cross?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Dow Jones Industrial Average just filled out a so-called "death cross" -- a technical signal that we ignore at our own peril.

What the Dip in Commodity Stocks Means for the U.S. and China

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
The move to the downside for commodity stocks is a big problem for the broader economies of the U.S., China and Europe for a few reasons.

For Investors, Bad News Is Once Again Good News

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Policy “doves” fear that if the FOMC raises rates, it will put undue pressure on a U.S. economy that is already struggling with lackluster wage growth and a widening trade gap.

How to Use Sector Funds to Juice Your Returns

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
If used properly, sector funds are the best way to enhance portfolio returns while keeping a lid on risk. Here's how to do it.

The Housing Sector Looks Just a Little Bit Better

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Between data and earnings, the housing sector is looking pretty good, and should outperform the market on a relative basis.

What to Make of Gold’s Free Fall (GLD)

By Charles Payne
If you're looking for a dip-buying opportunity in gold (GLD) ... well, stay your hand and keep your eyes open a little longer. There's no urgency to buy yet.

How Changes in the Yield Curve Could Affect Bank Stocks

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Here's how banks -- and bank stocks -- will be affected by implementation of the “Volcker Rule” -- part of the Dodd-Frank financial reforms that ban taxpayer insured banks from making bets with their own money.

Chinese Stocks vs. the Chinese Economy

By Tom Essaye, Editor, The 7:00's Report
The collapsing Chinese stock market has taken over Greece as the No. 1 macro concern. But why is the Chinese stock market in freefall?

China: Our Latest Reminder That Emerging Markets Are Still Risky as Hell

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
As advanced as some emerging markets have become, when push comes to shove, there's still no assurance that the playing field will remain level.

XHB: The Housing Market Could Be a Great “Fishing Hole” for New Bulls

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Positive labor news bodes well for not just the housing market, but the broader stock market as well. Keep your eye on the XHB.

Buy These 3 Dips as the Market Slips

By Johnson Research Group
Thanks to short sellers, these three funds are likely "presold" -- in other words, they should have shallower pullbacks, and see more buying interest on a recovery.

Why You Should Avoid the So-Called Cheap Stocks (WTW)

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
Sometimes those so-called cheap stocks are really value traps that can pull your portfolio into the red. When you see cheap stocks with a P/E ratio less than 9, be careful.

5 Stock Market Sectors You Should Avoid Now

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
For a variety of reasons, a growing number of stock market sectors are rolling over into downtrends ... suggesting a correction for the broader market.
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