Options Trading

Bullish Bets on Saks and TJX Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 12, 2012

If Wall Street sellers have finally exhausted themselves, investors could be in for a treat. Here's a way to play each retailer's earnings ahead the reports.

Crown Castle Won’t Drop Your Calls

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 12, 2012

When the markets are in flux, people want strong, reliable stocks -- making calls on this wireless infrastructure stock an attractive proposition.

How to Profit From Next Week’s Earnings Disasters

By Traders Reserve Nov 11, 2012

Earnings releases from 5 companies next week will offer savvy investors the opportunity to profit on what is bound to be bad news that hurts the stock price.

Sell Puts to Profit in Gold

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 9, 2012

Look for gold to continue its ascent -- this options trade could work out nicely for some holiday cash.

Move Into an Options Duplex Before Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 9, 2012

Beazer Homes and D.R. Horton aren't the hottest stars in the housing sector, but they still present an opportunity for options traders ahead of earnings.

Spread Out and Catch the Falling AAPL Knife

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 9, 2012

A couple clues have popped up that shine light on a potential tradable bottom in AAPL. Traders can tackle it with this options spread trade.

Watch the 200-Day Moving Average — Or Else

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 9, 2012

Even if you're not technically inclined, it's useful to know what other traders are looking at. And this indicator has a good track record as a pivotal level.

Use Options to Pile Up Yields on BDCs

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 8, 2012

Covered calls can increase your take on these high-yielding stocks. Here are three good places to start making such a play.

This IS the Disney Trade You’re Looking For

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 8, 2012

Analysts and options traders are optimistic going into Disney's earnings report. Get in on the newest name behind Star Wars with this bullish options spread.

Profiting From the Return of Risk Aversion

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 8, 2012

For those looking to acquire additional bullish exposure to TLT, one play worth considering is initiating a bull put spread.

Make a Call on This Financial Planner

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 8, 2012

Ameriprise Financial is set up to make a move higher by December. Make a move on AMP through this covered call trade.

Close Short Positions in AAPL, but Do Not Buy Yet

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Nov 7, 2012

It's time for shorts to cover, but Apple has yet to give a clear buy signal.

A Bruised Chipmaker Ready to Rebound?

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Nov 6, 2012

MLNX dropped 20% after earnings, but you shouldn't dismiss it. Just one week later, it's already gaining traction again.

Make a Bet on Calmer Post-Election Waters

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 5, 2012

Rather than wager on the presidential election and its implications on stock direction, though, bet on a variable that arguably is much easier to predict: volatility.

Believe in a Research In Motion Resurrection

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 5, 2012

Research In Motion has room to head higher after announcing the BlackBerry 10 launch date. RIMM bulls should consider this options trade.

China Strength Buoying the Coal Sector

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 5, 2012

Now is a good time to sell puts in the Market Vectors Coal ETF. An inverted head and shoulders pattern reveals a shift in momentum from the bears to the bulls.