
Options Basics: Understanding Debit Spreads
It's important to understand and recognize the different families of options trades. Today we look at debit spreads.
11:31AM 03/29/12

Could Oil Prices Intensify a Stock Selloff?
Investors are bullish on stocks, but geopolitical events could cause oil prices to spike, hurting the economy and equities.
10:17AM 01/09/12

Gold, Stocks: Tough Markets to Trade Now
Recent price action in stocks and gold has been difficult to trade. Here's why.
09:28AM 10/12/11

S&P 500, Gold Play a Crazy Game of Poker
The macroeconomic situation could trigger a selloff in Treasuries and the dollar, with equities and gold punishing the bearish. Wait for the breakout before jumping aboard.
12:34PM 07/25/11
Using Vertical Spread Options Trades
Options traders often overlook basic trading strategies like a vertical credit spread, but this type of spread can be very useful.
07:43PM 05/28/11
Russell Points to Higher Prices: Opinion
The Russell 2000 has been screaming that higher stock prices in general are on the way.
07:40PM 05/28/11
Stocks, Gold, Bonds: Time for Caution
Since 2009, stocks, precious metals, and bonds have performed tremendously. That means traders need to remain cautious as the new year begins.
09:14AM 01/06/11
How to Create Synthetic SPX Equity Positions Using Options
This is not a strategy for beginners nor is it a strategy that should be employed for long periods of time, but in the right circumstances it can produce outsized profits with a fixed amount of risk.
05:59PM 09/03/10


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