Options Trading

Sell GOOG, AAPL, C Options to Make a Fast Buck

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Pocket some quick cash on Google, Apple and Citi earnings this season -- even if they come in sour. Here's how.

Overbought Caterpillar Set to Sell Off … Again

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
CAT is trading at the most overbought level on a 9-day Relative Strength Index (RSI) since last April.

Grab Nike Premium Before the Stock Takes Off

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
The overhead $100 psychological barrier might be tough for NKE to break through.

Can Microsoft Sustain its Recent Surge?

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
MSFT is up an impressive 7.8% alone this year, but the odds of it beginning a rip-roaring uptrend are slim. Get the trade.

Jump on the Gold Bandwagon With the ‘Smart Money’

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
It appears the deep correction in gold and our favorite miner, Yamana Gold, may have run its course. Get the target for AUY.

This Stock Could Get a Consumer Electronics Show Boost

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Global technology-based company Corning Inc. (NYSE:GLW) produces optical fiber, cable, and photonic components for the telecom industry. It also makes glass panels, funnels, liquid crystal…

Bear Spreads on Bonds Worth Another Shot

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
In the world of charts and fundamental data about stocks and companies, you have access to numerous methods of identifying actionable trade opportunities. You might…

Jazz Pharma’s Bullish Run Looks Tapped Out

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
This is a speculative play but, if this trade idea is triggered, the stock might be able to drop to $42 in a hurry.

Profits Flowing to Pipeline Stockholders

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
After breaking from a wide support zone, we’re raising our technical target for Enterprise Products Partners. Get the new target for EPD.

Start Building a Position in This Building Supplier

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Take a half position in Masco Corp. now and a full position on a pullback. Get the target for MAS.

McDonald’s Shares Ready to Lose Some Weight

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
MCD was the best-performing stock of 2011, rising over 30% in 2011. But early this week saw positions being unwound.

Profit Without Puts on Gold Miners Losing Their Luster

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Despite the snapback rally in GDX over the past few days, it continues to look vulnerable.

Resolve to Collect More Option Premium This Year

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
With a ton of overhead resistance, it may be hard for UTHR to go on a bullish run, which makes a covered call a practical trade.

4 Long-Term Option Plays for 2012

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Longer-dated options afford you the luxury of extra time to capture a move early. Here are four LEAP trades to consider.

Watch S&P’s 200-Day Moving Average Like a Hawk

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Watch this signal like a hawk. How this line breaks could determine whether bear or bull comes next.

Get Paid to Play an S&P Breakout

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
If the week leading into year-end is any indication, the SPY's symmetrical triangle looks poised to break out to the upside.

Hershey Is a Sweet Buy for 2012

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A recent breakout from an eight-month trading rectangle makes Hershey Company a buy. Get the target for HSY.

Lamar Advertising Ramps up for a Banner Q4

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
With LAMR trading here at $27.50, here’s how you can turn Lamar’s financial success into your own.

A Bearish Play on the Volatility ETF to Start the New Year

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Market conditions should continue to put downward pressure on VXX, making bearish plays all the more appealing.
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