Options Trading
What Does The Fed Have To Do With Options Trading?
If you’re a regular reader of this site, you may be wondering why I often write about the Fed. After all, this is an options research site, not an economics policy blog. However, understanding the Fed is in fact, a very important tool for options trader to have. Here’s the thing… What the Fed does […]
A Better Way To Trade Gold And Silver
It’s been a rough year for precious metal investors. Both silver and gold have fallen nearly back to their late 2010 levels. In fact, gold’s down nearly 23% year-to-date. And, silver’s been hit even harder… down over 34% for the year. I’m not going to get into why the metals are selling off. That’s not […]
Call Options Or Put Options On SolarCity (SCTY)?
SolarCity (SCTY) sells or leases solar energy systems to residential and commercial customers in the US. As I’ve mentioned before, SCTY is another Elon Musk company (like Tesla (TSLA) and others) – and Musk always seems to be involved with buzz-worthy companies. As of this writing, SCTY is trading for $36.01. The shares are up […]
You’ll Never Guess Which Asset Has Been The Top Performer Over The Last Year
Imagine a basket of major assets. In this basket are all the major stock indices, all the big commodities, and even all the major currencies (versus the Dollar). Over the last 12 months, which of these assets do you think has performed the best? The S&P 500 is up nearly 24% over the period. Not […]
This New Index Is Worth Keeping An Eye On
What once was just an obscure variable for options traders, volatility is now a mainstream financial topic, followed by all types of investors. If you’ve spent any time watching CNBC or reading the financials news, you’ve undoubtedly seen or heard discussions of market volatility. In fact, the most popular method of trading volatility, the VIX, […]
Call Options Or Put Options On Netflix (NFLX)?
Netflix (NFLX) provides Internet television services such as enabling subscribers to stream TV shows and movies directly to computers. Most of you have probably heard of or used NFLX’s services. The stock is also typically quite volatile. NFLX is currently trading for $219.06. The stock is down 10% over the past week but is up […]
Speculator’s Corner: Is Tesla (TSLA) For Real?
If you’ve been following stocks at all recently, then you’ve likely heard of Tesla Motors (TSLA). It’s the “it” company right now. Tesla, of course, develops electric vehicles. The Model S is the company’s only current automobile for sale, but another vehicle (Model X) will be available in 2014. What makes the Model S unique […]
Two Options Products That Could Be Right For You
One of the amazing benefits of options is the variety of ways they can be used. All different types of strategies and goals can be achieved by mixing and matching options contracts. What’s more, exchanges continue to release more and more types of options products. New products come in all shapes and sizes and are […]
Call Options Or Put Options On Yahoo (YHOO)?
Yahoo (YHOO) provides search, content, and communication tools on the Web and for mobile devices. We’ve all seen the Yahoo homepage, it’s one of the most regularly visited sites in the world. The company receives most of its revenue from advertising and advertising services. YHOO currently trades for $23.79 per share, and has risen 20% […]
Call Options Or Put Options On First Solar (FSLR)?
First Solar (FSLR) provides solar energy solutions in two segments, components and systems. The components segment develops solar modules that convert sunlight to electricity. The systems division provides turnkey photovoltaic solar power systems to utilities, power developers, and commercial and industrial companies. FSLR currently trades for $39.35 per share after a massive 45% one-day jump. […]
