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Green Mountain Drops Into Value Range
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Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Green Mountain (GMCR) recently got knocked back into more reasonable valuations. Put these option strategies into play going forward.
Market Correction Sows Seeds for Short Volatility Plays
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Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Rather than fearing the 'V' word, look for opportunities. For instance, a little volatility will help create short put plays in the U.S. Oil Fund ETF.
Insure Yourself With Allstate Calls
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John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Play a bullish outlook on U.S. home and auto insurer Allstate (ALL) with this options trade.
Betting Against First Solar Bears Ahead of Earnings
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Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
If its earnings have even a hint of good news, a rally in the beaten-down shares is possible. If you're willing, now's the time to make that bet.
Paint Your Portfolio Green With Sherwin-Williams
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John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here's how to set up a covered call strategy that can pay off if SHW keeps moving higher, which it has been doing steadily of late.
Goldcorp: A Value Play in Gold?
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Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Goldcorp has been battered by recent news and is trading at an all-time low to spot gold. Now's the time to choose between several bullish option strategies.
Tractor Supply Set to Plow Higher
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Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Traders looking for a cost-effective way of gaining bullish exposure to Trailer Supply (TSCO) should consider this play.
Options Trading: 3 Common Rookie Mistakes
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Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Sure, errors are inevitable -- and every trader makes some. But beginners need to be aware of these three, which are easily avoidable.
Option Plays Ahead of Retail Earnings
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Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Earnings reports are just around the corner, so here are some potentially profitable and low-risk option plays surrounding these reports.
Call Volume Gushes Ahead of Transocean Earnings
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Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Transocean has been behind the 8-ball on its past few earnings report, and could surprise on low expectations. Play the potential upside with this trade.
A Good Deal from Chipotle Weekly Options
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Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
I can't help but laugh at criticisms of Chipotle Mexican Grill. With weekly CMG options, you can laugh with me -- all the way to the bank.
Is Whole Foods Market at Risk of a Post-Earnings Sell-Off?
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Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Whole Foods is attracting bullish attention despite stalled price action, and could face a negative post-earnings reaction. Consider this play before earnings.
Monster Beverage Options Spike on Takeover Buzz
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Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Option players opt for Monster call options and Coca-Cola put options as rumors spin of a massive beverage buyout.
Amazon Spikes After Earnings, But Details Breed Caution
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Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amazon earnings surprised the Street, but further upside may be hard to come by.
Trading the Golden Coil with Straddles
By
Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
A straddle trade benefits from increased volatility or a sharp move, both of which seem increasingly likely from gold.
3 Relative-Strength Leaders to Buy on the Dip
By
Chris Johnson, CEO, Johnson Research Group
The combination of relative strength and technical indicators offers three candidates for bullish options traders.
3 Ways to Play Gaming Sector Earnings
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Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Three options trading ideas to consider as earnings season ramps up for the gaming sector.
Is it Time to Buy Chesapeake Energy?
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Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Option strategies to consider if Chesapeake Energy (CHK) has reached a bottom.
Make Your Own Dividend with Bank of America
By
Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
Sell a put or trade a buy-write to collect quick premium on Back of America shares.
