Options Trading

10 Stocks to Generate Income in 2013

By Traders Reserve
The opportunity to bump up yield and generate cash is once again in view, and here are 10 stocks that can make that happen for savvy investors

Bonds’ Weakness Begets More Weakness

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Treasuries were smacked to start 2013, and at least in the short-term, the charts suggest the 10-year -- and the TLT ETF -- will remain sluggish.

Hop On as Alaska Air Rises

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
The West Coast carrier's slow but steady rise positions it well for a covered call strategy that will pay off nicely if ALK keeps ascending.

Take a Long Walk in Decker’s Shoes

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
The maker of UGG shoes could be ripe for a long call strategy because the company appears to have a long-term growth plan in place.

Ring in the New Year With Put Spreads

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
The Russell 2000 was able to escape the fiscal cliff drama with a bullish trend soundly intact. Consider getting bullish through this options trade on the RUT.

The Charts Point to a Rocky Year for the Indices

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The end of 2013 is a long way off, but it's instructive to have a road map for where the major indices are headed.

Warm Up This Winter With a Long Call on Green Mountain Coffee

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Green Mountain Coffee has had a while ride this year and currently has plenty of room to run. Cash in on that reality with a long call on the stock.

Capitalizing on Citi’s Current Climb

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
The banking sector has rebounded big-time, and this covered call trade will pay off if C's momentum, in particular, continues.

Now’s the Time for a Christmas Tree Spread

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
This strategy is very similar to the Butterfly Spread. Both combine a debit (bull) call spread and a credit (bear) call spread sold at a higher strike price.

5 Stocks to Create Your Own Personal Cash Dividend Machine

By Traders Reserve
Profit from these name brand stocks through an options play that enhances returns in addition to the dividends they generate

Qualcomm About to Break Through Major Resistance

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Traders can expect much higher prices in Qualcomm in the year ahead.

2012’s Final Trading Days: What to Watch

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A sharp drop-off in volume and news flow in the coming weeks means individual investors shouldn't sweat the small stuff. Just monitor the bigger market picture.

An Options Play to Ride RIMM’s Rise

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Selling a January put credit spread looks like a good move now. It's a simple trade idea that can take advantage of the stock's dramatic buildup.

Your Best Bet in the Banking Industry

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Bank of America broke from a cup-and-handle formation to new highs. Get the target for BAC.

Dollar General: Ride the Bounce!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The big three in dollar stores are primed for some rebound buying after a Dec. 11 sell-off, but one is the best candidate.

Get a Great Stock Deal at Home Depot

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Home Depot has fallen to a trendline that has moved HD higher on four other occasions. Make a bullish trade with this options play.

AAPL Triggers Long-term Sell Signal

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Apple's breakaway gap is likely to add a new leg to the downtrend. Get the target for AAPL.

Men’s Wearhouse Not a Guarantee After Poor Report

By Traders Reserve
Men's Warehouse just let analysts know it was expecting a lower revenue and growth number in the future, and a call strategy is the best bet for investors

Adobe’s Cloud of Support Could Dissipate

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
A strong fourth quarter seems already baked into Adobe shares, which are currently overbought. Consider this options trade for a 'sell the news' event.
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