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Financial stocks
Don’t Fight Uncle Sam: Short Payday Lenders
The federal government is increasingly putting pressure on payday lenders and their business lifelines, putting the whole industry at risk.
Fortegra Stock Is a Winner For Patient Investors
I chose Fortegra as a best stock pick for 2014, and despite recent setbacks, here's whey I'm still bullish on Fortegra stock for the rest of the year
Bull Looks Aggressive With This Sector Breaking Out
Sector rotation is a hallmark of a healthy bull market, and the financials are making up for lost time.
Financials BAC, GS and WFC Are Looking Up
The most bullish thing on my screens right now is the strength in financials, which finally have shown signs of life. Right now, BAC, WFC and GS stock all look better.
Trade of the Day: Springleaf Financial (LEAF)
Even beyond the excitement about the earnings calendar, I’m seeing a lot of names to like in the finance space right now.
FRF – Dealmaking Should Help Launch Fortegra Financial in 2014
Fortegra Financial (FRF) has a predictable earnings model and could even be a takeover target. Here are all the reasons I think FRF stock will excel in 2014.
XLF – Attack 2014 by Piling Into Financials
General economic growth and improvements in net interest margins mean good things for financial stocks in 2014. Jump in broadly via the XLF.
Volcker Rule – Banks’ Days of Crazy Profit Growth Are OVER
The Volcker Rule prohibits proprietary trading, and that could cost the eight biggest bank stocks anywhere from $8 billion to $10 billion in yearly pretax profits.
Are You Prepared for a Stronger Dollar?
What happens to the stock market if the U.S. dollar rallies? This question isn’t getting much press, but dollar strength could surprise the markets in 2014.
Financial Stocks: A Winning Bet for Fed Tapering
Financial stocks have performed very well during periods of rising bond yields thus far in 2013. What does this tell us about financials' 2014 outlook?
12 Stock Charts to Watch Right Now
A look at several stock charts right now shows eight potential breakout buys, as well four stocks that could be vulnerable in coming weeks.
BAC, Financial Stocks Building Toward a Breakout
Banks and financial stocks, after a respectable rally on Friday post the October jobs report look ready to move to fresh year-to-date highs
For the Rally to Continue, These 3 Sectors Need to Rebound — and Soon
The broader market remains near record territory, but the XLF, XLU and XLP are making lower highs. Here's what that means for the rally's sustainability.
Will JPM and WFC Slip on Earnings Reports?
Lower profits at JPMorgan (JPM) and softer revenue at Wells Fargo (WFC) could spark buying opportunities in the pair of bank stocks.
The 5 Best Large-Cap Stocks Under $10
If you're looking to get into quality large-cap stocks at a low nominal share price, consider this list of five that's heavy on international flavor.
The Only Way You Should Bank on KRE
Regional banks and KRE remain unattractive in the face of relative weakness, unless you want to try this bearish trade.
Should I Buy Citigroup Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons
Citigroup may stumble when it reports quarterly earnings next month, but that doesn't change the story on this resurgent bank stock.
Bank Stock Showdown: JPM vs. WFC
Which bank stock is better -- the biggest by market cap, or the biggest by assets? We break down whether JPMorgan or Wells Fargo (or both) is worth a buy.
3 Top Retail Broker Stocks: Buy, Sell or Hold?
Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade and E*Trade are crushing the market for the year-to-date, but the easy money might have already been made.
