A straddle is used when you’re not sure which way the market will go, but believe something big will happen in either direction.
Month: May 2020
CNBC’s Jim Cramer said Friday he’s concerned the stock market’s rally from its March lows may run out of steam unless Congress approves additional coronavirus relief measures. “Without another package, I know it’s trillions of dollars, we’re just going to kind of sputter out,” Cramer said on “Squawk Box.” ”I get worried. It’s just too many people that
Check out the companies making headlines before the bell: Big Lots — Big Lots is the latest discount retailer to report a strong quarter amid the pandemic, earning an adjusted $1.26 per share compared with a 40 cent consensus estimate. Revenue exceeded forecasts as well, with same-store sales jumping 10.3% compared with a 1% FactSet
Delta Air Lines (NYSE:DAL) and other carriers aren’t out of the novel coronavirus woods yet, not by a long shot. But a jump of 18.24% last week by DAL stock can’t be glossed over either. Source: NextNewMedia / Shutterstock.com The recent strength of DAL stock epitomizes what’s happening in the equity market today. Stocks, including
[Editor’s note: “7 Top-Tier Dividend Stocks for 2020” was previously published in March 2020. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information available.] The recent downturn is a start reminder that, while it’s great to have strong growth stocks, it’s also important to get some income in the mix. Usually, these stocks
The global economy is beginning to reopen, and that is very good news. Oil stocks were under pressure even before the pandemic hit, but things got worse as lockdowns began. Demand fell of a cliff, and even Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM) stock took a plunge. Source: Michael Gordon / Shutterstock.com At one point, Exxon Mobil stock was trading
Starbucks vs. Dunkin’: An Overview Starbucks Corp. (SBUX) and Dunkin’ Brands (DNKN) are the two largest eatery chains in the U.S. that specialize in coffee. Both companies offer similar coffee options—although different food options—and both have similar overall strategies. Nonetheless, there are key differences in their business models related to scale, store ownership, and branding. Despite
Signage is displayed outside Morgan Stanley & Co. headquarters in the Times Square neighborhood of New York. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg | Getty Images Morgan Stanley is planning to kick off the return of trading personnel to its New York headquarters in mid to late June, according to people with knowledge of the situation. The
A family wearing masks passes the New York Stock Exchange, Tuesday, May 26, 2020. Mark Lennihan | AP The big rotation into unloved stocks, like banks, small caps and airlines, took a break Friday, but it could be a theme that dominates trading again in the week ahead. Investors will be assessing the progress of
Royal Caribbean (NYSE:RCL) just got its head back above water. In fact, since May 11, RCL stock has exploded from $37.78 to about $52. Even now, it’s still a very solid opportunity. And if it can stay afloat, as the economy recovers, I strongly believe it can refill its gap around $108. Source: Laszlo Halasi
Exxon Mobil (NYSE:XOM), the world’s largest energy producer, hasn’t had a great year. Exxon Mobil stock has shed 36.1% of its value since December, and it certainly isn’t alone. Source: Shutterstock The novel coronavirus pandemic has wreaked havoc across all markets, but perhaps the most severely affected sector is the oil industry. Plummeting oil prices
With reopening America on the minds of investors and consumers alike, many beaten down stocks are on the mend. One of the biggest names in that regard has been Carnival Cruise (NYSE:CCL). CCL stock has given investors hope, more than doubling from its March low. Source: Ruth Peterkin / Shutterstock.com But is there a false
After a bumpy couple of days, the S&P 500 traded somewhat quietly on Friday, after bouncing off the 3,000 area and 200-day moving average. With that in mind, let’s look at a few top stock trades for next week. Top Stock Trades for Monday No. 1: Zscaler (ZS) Zscaler (NASDAQ:ZS) shares are ripping higher after
Download Preston’s 1 page checklist for finding great stock picks: http://buffettsbooks.com/checklist Preston Pysh is the #1 selling Amazon author of two books on Warren Buffett. The books can be found at the following location: This video is a practical exercise that shows students of the BuffettsBooks.com website how to find the terms they’ve been learning
Support and Resistance are the building blocks needed in order to read chart patterns properly and to trade effectively. Support: -A psychological level where people believe the demand is strong enough to hold the stock price up -This is similar to a price floor, but it isn’t government-controlled -A healthy support line hits multiple points
Understanding VIX contango and ETF leverage can save you a small fortune.
How many times lately have you seen a news story about the incredible disconnect between the stock market, now up 37% from the March bottom, and the dire reality of unemployment heading to 25%, municipal fiscal woes, and widespread concerns about the next surge of Covid-19? The negative tone of the news is reinforced by
Bloomberg | Bloomberg | Getty Images Check out the companies making headlines after the bell. Salesforce.com — The enterprise software provider’s stock dropped 3% in extended trading after the company provided its first-quarter financial results. Salesforce.com said it had earnings of 70 cents per share excluding some items on revenue of $4.87 billion, while analysts
[Editor’s Note: “5 Bank Stocks to Buy Now Because This Isn’t 2008 Again” was originally published in March 2020. It has since been updated to include the most relevant information.] When the economy slips into a recession and the stock market tanks, investors are naturally inclined to sell bank stocks. After all, during the last
Energy Transfer (NYSE:ET) stock has all the makings of a classic battleground name. The hotly-debated pipeline operator has seen its stock plummet in recent years. However, it has managed to retain its high dividend. As a result, its shares are popular with income investors who are drawn to its mouth-watering current dividend yield of nearly
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