Calls, Puts & Options Trades

Juice Your Returns with a GNC Covered Call

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
The covered-call strategy is one way to capitalize on continued strength in GNC shares.

VIX Futures’ Record-Setting Surge

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Even while the VIX hovers at historical lows, speculative activity is at historical highs.

4 Low-Cost Speculation Trades Using Options

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bullish options strategies can help you capitalize on strength in McDonald's, Citigroup, and other names with strong momentum.

3 Options Trades to Play Soaring Fuel Prices

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bullish option strategies are one way investors can benefit from rising gas and oil prices. Here are three to consider.

Play the Gold Market with Weekly Options

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
Trade short-term gold options for a quick hedge against inflation fears.

Will the Demise of Priceline’s Negotiator Spur a Sell-Off?

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Priceline.com has been on a recent tear but several signs point to an impending pullback. Here's how to prepare for downside.

Options Buyers Lick Their Chops Ahead of ‘Hunger Games’ Opening

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Option bulls expect big box-office receipts to lift Lion’s Gate shares.

Nothing to Fear but the VIX of the VIX Itself

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
A new index will track the volatility of the CBOE’s Volatility Index (VIX), which is more commonly known as the stock market’s fear gauge. Say what?

Options Volume Spikes on High-Fashion Names

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Options traders are bullish on Michael Kors, but bearish on Ralph Lauren. Both saw unusually heavy action on Monday.

Bank of America Calls Soar as Shares Battle for Double Digits

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Options traders hedge their bets with call spreads as BAC tries to breach double digits.

One Way to Make Money on Airlines

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The disaster that is the airline sector might be playable via put options.

Is PetSmart an Option Trader’s Best Friend?

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
A short-term options opportunity with limited risk and unlimited opportunity.

Dig up Profits in Newmont Mining Options

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
As gold finds support, look for mining stocks like Newmont Mining (NEM) to rebound.

Staples Bulls See Long-Term Upside

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Option players buy long-dated call options in hopes of a prolonged rally in Staples shares.

A Covered-Call Idea in International Paper (IP)

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
A covered-call strategy is one way to generate short-term income on uptrending stocks.

3 March Madness Option Trades

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
This trio of bullish option trades could benefit from March-Madness-related buying.

Playing the Green Mountain Bounce with Weekly Options

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint
Consider selling puts in Green Mountain to generate income over a half-week period.

Office Depot Options Activity Spikes

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Option traders bet on Office Depot’s long-term upside potential, with unusually heavy volumes of long calls and long straddles.

Urban Outfitters Post-Earnings Options Strategy

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Use Urban Outfitters (URBN) options to bet on a bounce higher in the shares.
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