Investing

Oil’s Last Harrah
by Andrew Gordon (05/08/2008)

Oil is still making new highs and supply is still very tight. Wait for the price to head down. Then simply be willing to believe in and act on what you're seeing.

When Sin May Be a Good Thing
by Rick Pendergraft (05/06/2008)

Yes, the economy is in the toilet. Fortunately for you, there are a few easy ways to "recession-proof" your portfolio.

Two Different Approaches, Same Results
by Rick Pendergraft (05/05/2008)

There are many ways to trade. There are many ways to make money in the market. The key is to find the type of trading that works best for you.

The Weak Dollar and Global ETFs
by Rick Pendergraft (05/02/2008)

Can one invest in global or foreign ETFs by using a company like TDAmeritrade - and how do you find the best ones? Are these a good hedge against the falling dollar?

Emerging Markets Not Done Yet
by Andrew Gordon (05/01/2008)

Some say the emerging market countries have great economic growth and fundamentals that are being ignored. Others say their markets are valued almost as high as the U.S. markets. They're not a great buy anymore.

The Last Frontier
by Andrew Gordon (04/28/2008)

To make money on stocks, go where the growth is. Right now, the so-called frontier markets are hogging it.

When Others Are Fleeing the Bear
by Andrew Gordon (04/26/2008)

Maybe you know we're in a bear market. But do you know what stage of the bear we're in?

The Attack of the "Old Maids"
by Andrew Gordon (04/25/2008)

Dozens, if not hundreds, of companies are pretending they're not holding the Old Maid. In other words, they're hiding the full extent of their bad debt, assets, and hedges.

Invest Like a Dealmaker
by Michael Masterson (04/23/2008)

The average investor has the wrong idea about how the stock market works, Mayer says. "He thinks about the price of his stock in terms of its quoted stock price. But even then... he often misunderstands what that price represents."

We Aren’t Watches, So We Shouldn’t Be Timing Things
by Rick Pendergraft (04/18/2008)

Many economists are finally starting to use the "recession" word to describe the U.S. economy. Almost daily, someone is calling the bottom of the market.

A Company’s Misstep Can Lead You to Profits
by Rick Pendergraft (04/16/2008)

Starbucks (SBUX) CEO Howard Schultz recently announced that the company would start offering energy drinks in its stores. He also mentioned that Starbucks would be getting into the "health and wellness business."

What Do Golf and Trading Have in Common?
by Rick Pendergraft (04/14/2008)

Last week was Masters week, and I've got golf on the brain. This got me thinking about the similarities between golf - one of my favorite sports - and trading. (And, no, "They are both frustrating as hell" is not one of them.)

A Rumor I Bought Into
by Rick Pendergraft (04/12/2008)

I have cautioned you before against investing in rumors, regardless of the source. But I recently bought into one myself.

Exporters’ Spins Cover Company Sins
by Andrew Gordon (04/10/2008)

You didn't read it here first. The companies that now look the most attractive are those that can take advantage of the falling dollar...

The Upside to Inflation
by Andrew Gordon (04/08/2008)

Can you make money from inflation? Sure you can. Just figure out where the inflation is coming from.

Worth Their Weight in Gold
by Rick Pendergraft (04/04/2008)

Everyone's heard about oil going over $100 a barrel recently. Getting less publicity is the dramatic bull market in precious metals. Year to date, gold is up almost 17 percent and silver is up almost 37 percent.

Are You Kidding Me?
by Rick Pendergraft (04/02/2008)

You never know when the market will make an unexpected major move, up or down. That's why I recommend being somewhat balanced between bullish and bearish positions.

Spendthrifts Unite!
by Andrew Gordon (03/31/2008)

This quarter, according to a new number from TrimTabs Investment Research, we're poorer than we were a year ago.

Using Your Emotions the Right Way for Investing
by Charles Delvalle (03/29/2008)

Figuring out when to sell a stock is never easy. And most experts wisely recommend keeping your emotions out of the decision. Of course, every rule has its exceptions. So let's revise this one.

Just How Bad Is the Economy?
by Rick Pendergraft (03/28/2008)

Report after report has come out detailing just how bad the economy is. But February's Philly Fed Survey really put it into perspective.

Edging Away From the Cliff
by Andrew Gordon (03/27/2008)

For the economy to turn around, individuals have to stop living off their credit cards. (If you're in debt, how can you save? How can you follow my investment tips? How can you sleep at night?)

The “S” Word
by Rick Pendergraft (03/26/2008)

The financial press is a-buzz with talk about "stagflation." But you won't know how to handle the hype unless you know what stagflation really means for you and your portfolio.

Making Your Own Headlines
by Andrew Gordon (03/24/2008)

I can see it now. The first good week the market has, there will be a slew of headlines using the same words but making very different points.

The Housing Bust Is Still Kicking
by Charles Delvalle (03/22/2008)

The biggest drag on the stock market this year can be summed up in one word: Housing. And though many gurus are trying to call a bottom in the housing market, they're dead wrong.

Learning About Charts
by Rick Pendergraft (03/21/2008)

When it comes to short-term trading, I base most of my decisions on technical analysis, and then use sentiment analysis as a secondary driver.

Get in on the Agriculture Bull Market
by Rick Pendergraft (03/19/2008)

Agriculture is booming and shows no sign of slowing down. So anything agriculture-related should do well in your portfolio for the foreseeable future.

The Best-Laid Plans
by Rick Pendergraft (03/17/2008)

As an investor, you've done your research. You've laid out your plans. But then some outside force comes in and changes everything. What do you do?

ETR Insider Report: My 10 Commandments of Trading
by Rick Pendergraft (03/13/2008)

One thing I realized is that I have developed several "rules" that have helped me make significant gains over the years. For instance, there are 10 trading principles that I use to guide my trading.

Too Cautious Can Be as Bad as Too Reckless
by Andrew Gordon (03/10/2008)

Dollar-cost-averaging sounds like a great way to buy stock. There's just one thing. It doesn't work.

2 Stocks to Put in Your Cupboard
by Rick Pendergraft (03/08/2008)

During times like this, when the economy slows and discretionary spending dries up, there are still some products that people keep on buying.
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