The ABCs of call and put optionsWhile trading options can be a profitable practice for "vanilla" bulls and bears, these investment vehicles can be traded to fit almost any outlook on a stock. Today, we will discuss the specifics of buying and selling options, and the underlying objective, maximum profit potential, andrisk of each trading strategy.Buying and Selling Put OptionsTypically a trader wh...Read More

Gold COT Report - Futures Large SpeculatorsCommercialTotal LongShortSpreadingLongShortLongShort 205,250126,43175,211192,029300,503472,490502,145 Change from Prior Reporting Period 2,62211,82115,48136,29730,77454,40058,076 Traders 19867845056283176 Small Speculators LongShortOpen Interest 57,54027,885530,030 4,31964358,719 non reportable positionsCha...Read More

The major gold miners are grinding higher in a solid upleg, fueling growing interest in this small contrarian sector. They've mostly finished reporting their fourth-quarter results, revealing how they are really faring fundamentally. Collectively the world's biggest gold miners continue to face serious challenges, which often stem from declining production. That makes stock picking more im...Read More

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Face it, this monster could veer wildly in either direction right now, and even an Einstein could not confidently predict which. My heart's desire is to see the S&Ps plunge into the molten pit of hell by summer. The 2313.00 target shown suggests that, at least from a technical standpoint, this is possible. Presumably, the years-overdue collapse would drive out the crooks who have rigged shares...Read More

There is a sense oftriumphalism in the tag-line, “U.S.A. is now a net oil exporter”. Reminiscentof “Mission Accomplished”; first it’s not true, second; what’s hiding in thewings is sinister.In February, in thePermian,  Initial Production netLegacy-Loss (IPnL), which measures change in production capacity, was down 42%on the peak in May 201898.5% of changes...Read More

Broadcom is giving chip stocks a liftThe Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) is higher at midday, as investors continue to cheer encouraging U.S.-China trade updates. Chip stocks are also notably higher, thanks to strong earnings from Broadcom (AVGO), which has the S&P 500 Index (SPX) and Nasdaq Composite (IXIC) well into positive territory. Meanwhile, the Cboe Volatility Index (VIX) -- or the st...Read More

The FAANG stock has been range-bound since mid-JanuaryOnline powerhouse Amazon.com, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMZN) is up 1% at $1,702.88, after KeyBanc upgraded its coverage to "overweight" and initiated a price target of $2,100 -- a roughly 25% premium to Thursday's close, and in uncharted territory. The brokerage firm applauded "a number of operational moves to improve profitability in core retail," includ...Read More

The FDA just approved Arcadia's Sonova GLA safflower oil in cat foodThe shares of Arcadia Biosciences (NADSAQ:RKDA) are up 17.7% at $8.23 after the agricultural biotech company got approval from the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to use its Sonova GLA safflower oil in cat food. The oil has been used in nutritional supplements for humans since 2009 and in dog food since last year. The stock is...Read More

Goldis turning vigorously lower. And not only gold at that. Red, red, everywhere inprecious metals you look. The silent scream we wrote about yesterday broughtserious repercussions. In this article, we devote extraordinary attention tothe short-term picture throughout the PMs complex. Stay tuned as in the comingday(s) we’ll explain here how it affects the long-term charts and the 2012-2013&n...Read More

Fastmarkets AMM attended the annual convention of the National Association of Steel Pipe Distributors (NASPD) on Thursday March 7 and Friday March 8 in New Orleans. Here are five themes gleaned in the sessions, on the sidelines and at the soirees.The US Gulf Coast is excited about China LNG import rumors. Reports that China may agree to buy an immense amount of liquefied natural gas (LNG) exp...Read More

Take advantage of the first amendment, and participate in a nation-wide poll.With the 2020 election growing ever closer, the country continues to be divided politically.From disputes about the appropriateness of displaying the Confederate flag, to rights for minorities, and the ever-growing concern about security at the U.S. border, the 2020 election promises to be contentious... if not the most c...Read More

A number of analysts have weighed in on ADBE this morningThe shares of Adobe Inc (NASDAQ:ADBE) are struggling today, down 5.2% to trade at $253.78, after the software company's current-quarter forecast came in below analyst estimates. The firm did, however, report fiscal first-quarter earnings and revenue that exceeded expectations, thanks to growth in its digital media business. Analysts have...Read More

The headset maker is headed toward its worst day since January 2018The shares of Turtle Beach Corp (NASDAQ:HEAR) are sinking this morning, after the headset maker said it expects current-quarter adjusted earnings to arrive below the consensus estimate. The company also said it was purchasing high-end computer accessories firm Roccat. This is offsetting fourth-quarter earnings and revenue beats, wi...Read More

Chinese finished steel exports decreased in February on both a yearly and a month-on-month basis amid uncompetitive prices and fewer working days as a result of the Chinese Lunar New Year holiday.The country shipped 4.51 million tonnes of finished steel out of the country last month, down 7% from the 4.85 million tonnes exported in February 2018, according to preliminary Chinese customs data...Read More

New coverage was initiated on AMGN and GILDBrokerage firm BMO just began coverage on Amgen, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMGN) and Gilead Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:GILD), expecting major upside from both stocks. Let's take a closer look at the bull notes, along with other notable options data on AMGN and GILD shares. For AMGN, BMO issued an "outperform" rating and $228 price target. This represents all-time-high ter...Read More

Today is quadruple witching FridayDow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) futures are more than 130 points above fair value this morning, thanks to encouraging U.S-China trade developments. More specifically, following yesterday's reports the two countries postponed a high-level trade meeting originally slated for later this month, Chinese Premier Li Keqiang expressed optimism that a deal will be done...Read More

Aluminium billet premiums in Europe and the United States moved lower on Friday March 15 due to continued weak demand, and the market remained quiet elsewhere. Italian premium drops 4.5%. Long term contracts dominate Brazilian market. US spot market remains quiet. Asia yet to see Russian units. Aluminium billet in Germany continues slide; premiums down throughout EuropePoor fundamentals and b...Read More

Gold seems to be creating the right shoulder of the bearish head-and-shoulders pattern and could drop below the neckline supportconfirming a bearish reversal if the Fed sounds less dovish-than-expected.  The yellow metal is currently trading at $1,301, having clocked a high and low of $1,306 and $1,294 earlier today.  The 4-hour chart shows the metal's attempt to re-enter the flag ha...Read More

Artificial intelligence may revolutionize trading.Sometimes watching the market can feel like riding a roller coaster.Many investors feel glued to the news, watching the market rise and fall hundreds of points, day after day, week after week.But savvy traders know these market conditions mean huge profit potential for anyone that knows how to trade them.And one "secret" that more and more traders...Read More