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Watch for a Breakout Blockbuster for DIS Stock in 2019

Don’t expect any quiet sequels in 2019 as conditions off and on the price chart look great for a big-time breakout in DIS stock

SLV Just Broke Out to the Upside

This morning I am recommending a bullish trade on the iShares Silver Trust (NYSEARCA:SLV), an exchange-traded fund that tracks the performance of silver.

Short JD Stock Now and Buy It When JD.Com Starts Moving up Again

There are no more necklines, but hemlines, and with a trade war and a bearish continuation price chart pattern, it’s time to short JD stock.

3 Bank Stocks That Look Like Death

Bank stocks cratered this winter amid economic slowdown fears. Here are three of the hardest-hit financials.

A 5.1% Holiday Spending Increase is Good for XRT

This morning I am recommending a bullish trade on the SPDR S&P Retail ETF (NYSEARCA:XRT). We may be in a bear market, but that doesn't mean we are bearish about every sector.

Why Now Is the Best Time to Begin Accumulating Apple Stock

An aggressive decline in AAPL stock into key technical support and overly fearful market sentiment mean starting a position today in Apple is smart business.

A Golden Opportunity in GLD

While I do think we are due for a bounce from oversold conditions, the trend is certainly to the downside right now. Therefore, I am recommending a play on a defensive commodity that investors often turn to as a safe-haven during volatile times: Gold.

ABM’s Dividend Increase Won’t Keep it Above $30

This morning I am recommending a bearish trade on ABM Industries, Inc. (NYSE:ABM), a provider of facility services like parking, janitorial services and building and energy solutions.

3 Covered Calls to Make for a Healthy Start to 2019

These are the three best covered calls to make as we head into 2019. Here's what traders need to know about each.

ENBL Could Rally to $15 in the Short Term

There's a bullish trade to be made on Enable Midstream Partners, which gathers crude oil and natural gas, and processes natural gas. ENBL also runs transportation and storage operations.

Why You Should Still Short Amazon Stock

You're probably shopping on Amazon these days, but don't make the mistake of buying Amazon stock as the return policy could prove costly in this market

3 Tech Stocks on the Brink of Breakdowns

Low-risk entries await in these three tech stocks. And with support breaks looming, the rewards for traders could be substantial.

Can Chipotle Stock Be An Investor Safe Haven During This Correction?

Shares of Chipotle have held up well, but can they continue to amid the correction? Here's a low-risk buy on CMG stock.

Trade of the Day: FedEx Stock Is So Bad It’s Good

FDX stock has dropped about 40% since January and more than 20% since November. Traders should watch for a sharp countertrend bounce.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: McCormick & Co, Verizon and Alexandria Real Estate Equities

The stock charts of ARE, VZ and MKC get put under the trading microscope following Wednesday's wild action. Here's what to watch.

Why Bank of America Stock Is a Strong Play for Contrarians Today

Today, BAC stock looks bearishly compelling, but all signs point to even more favor for bullish Bank of America investors with a contrarian lean.

NKE Broke Below Key Support This Week

This morning I am recommending a bearish trade on NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE). While NKE bounced with the rest of the market yesterday, the stock also crossed below its old support level of $71 this week.

Trade of the Day: Goldman Sachs Stock Is Ripe for a Contrarian Trade

Financial stocks have been beaten down, and GS stock has been hit hard, but the time may be here for a contrarian play.

Investors Will Love CME’s $1.75 Special Dividend

We are opening a new bullish trade on CME Group (NASDAQ:CME). While volatility in the financial markets can be a burden for many stocks, it tends to be a boon for CME. Increased volatility tends to lead to more trading, and more trading means more revenue for CME.