Tariff uncertainty has created a buying opportunity. How to use options to capitalize
Investor sentiment has drastically changed in recent weeks as tariffs — or the threat of tariffs — have been introduced to the markets. Last month’s discussion of awakening animal spirits and multiple analysts racing to readjust their 2025 S & P 500 targets served as a warning, as the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) crashed under […]
How to invest $50,000 in 2025 for biggest returns with some risk
Investors looking to get the biggest returns without taking outsized risks have a few options for next year, according to pros on Wall Street. Market strategists expect stocks to move higher in 2025, but anticipate a turbulent year, according to the CNBC Market Strategist Survey released Dec. 13. The S & P 500 is projected […]
Small caps are outperforming large caps. How to use charts to find buy candidates in the group
There has been a lot of discussion about the recent outperformance of the Russell 2000 Index , the small-cap benchmark, to the broader market Let’s take a look back at what the Russell 2000 has actually done and what specific areas of the index to look for opportunities. The outperformance of the iShares Russell 2000 […]
How to determine if this comeback rally is for real, according to the charts
Stocks have made a nice comeback after testing support last week in the wake of a violent summer swoon tied to the yen carry trade. We now have overhead resistance to contend with that must be exceeded before we can all take a big exhale and maybe enjoy the last few weeks of summer. I […]
Worried about a frothy market? Here's how to start building a long-term stake anyways
The CNBC Investing Club gives investors a behind-the-scenes look at how Jim Cramer manages an investment portfolio so you can manage your own money … Source link
How to buy a put spread on the Nasdaq as a portfolio hedge
The major averages all printed new all-time highs this week, driven by renewed optimism after a slightly cooler-than-expected inflationary report. Despite the continuation of Federal Reserve policy uncertainty, investors remain positive and seemingly still believe that a “soft-landing” is still achievable. I am somewhat in that “believer” camp too. However, I also believe now is […]
How to profit from the market and tech stock pullback using options
As we head into the early innings of earnings season, this year has been off to a shaky start. With technology companies lead by an AI rally last year, they are staring down the barrel of earnings that could disappoint. Let’s discuss how traders can hedge themselves ahead of that using options. After significant multiple […]