Mid Month Musings: Rates (TLT) and Small Cap Stocks (IWM)
Asset prices are starting to get more volatile. Interest rates are rising, causing bond prices to fall. Equity pricing is resisting. How long will that last? This article is for…
Options Expiration
Standard monthly options expire this Friday. As a result, we need to address two trades with options expiring on the 18th. This article is for registered members - please login…
Spotify: SPOT
Spotify is a company that wants to be the Netflix of music. This is a great ambition, but will the company ever turn the corner to profitability? This article is…
The Week Ahead | 8/14/2023
Welcome back to The Week Ahead, if you’ve been following our recent discussions, you’ll know there’s a whirlwind of excitement brewing. Let’s touch on the S&P 500 for a moment.…
Kellogg… What’s for Breakfast: K
Some people we talk to are looking for a slowdown in the economy's growth rate but not a recession. Some seek a corrective selloff of 8 to 10% share prices.…
Carvana: CVNA
Carvana is one of those "meme" stocks we read about in the financial media. It was on death's door when someone suddenly decided to buy the stock, increasing the price.…
What’s Next
The stock market had a scary fall in 2022 as interest rates rose in response to the inflation ignited by helicopter drops of money funded by the printing press. A…
Expedia: EXPE
Expedia Group reported Q2 earnings last week, and the stock sold off on the news. This article is for paid members - please login or subscribe for access.
The Week Ahead | 8/07/2023
Welcome back to “The Week Ahead,” your trusted source for insights into the ever-evolving economic landscape. As we navigate the intricate web of financial forecasts and data releases, it’s crucial…
Mattel & Barbie Fever: MAT
The retro movie is having a great deal of success. This is a big deal for the entertainment industry as they have produced dud after dud. The endless failures are…
BAIDU Update: BIDU
In October 2021, we were very bullish on Bidu. The company was growing revenue and profits rapidly, and the stock was down sharply from a peak of $360 to $169.…
Close a few Trades
When we suggest trades, we have a defined time horizon. It coincides with the expiration dates of the options we use. However, sometimes the trades meet their objective and should…