Month in Review February 2017
Friday, February 17, 2017, was the expiration date for standard monthly options. For anyone who has a position that is about to expire, they need to make some decisions. They…
Walmart 2016 Earnings Report
Walmart (WMT) reported earnings this morning and the stock is trading up over $2.00 on the news. For a full copy of press release, click here. The company reported EPS…
The Week Ahead
The Week Ahead February 20th – 24th, 2017 February 20th starts a holiday-shortened week as US markets will be closed Monday, February 19th in observance of Presidents Day. Federal Reserve Bank…
The Real Reason for the Collapse in Volatility
The average observer would say that volatility of returns on the major stock averages is low because stocks are sticking close to their trend. Those that are rising, do not…
The Dollar Versus the Euro
We are starting to hear some chatter now that the dollar is over valued and one should start thinking about buying the Euro and selling the US Dollar. When there…
How Big Can This Box Retailer Get?
Wednesday February 15th on Fast Money we discussed some unusual Options Action in Home Depot (HD) which hit a new high of 142.66 today. An opening buyer paid .42 for 1,332…
HP Inc. Will Investors Enjoy the Benefits of a More Focused Company?
HP, Inc. (HPQ) is essentially the personal computer and devices division of the old Hewlett-Packard Company. It is what is leftover after the company spun off its enterprise business, which…
Long Live King Copper?
Tuesday, February 14th on CNBC’s Fast Money I highlighted some substantial bearish activity in Freeport-McMoRan (FCX). Specifically short-dated puts traded over 81,000 contracts, well above the 31,600 20 day average…
For Gap, Inc. Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Gap, Inc. (GPS) is a worldwide apparel retailer. Most if not all of us have shopped at one of their stores at one time or another. The company has a…
Is the Optimism in Emerging Market Equities Justified?
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