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Unusual Options Activity: Ford Motor Company (F)
AutomakerFord Motor Company (F) has seen shares decline about 15 percent over the past year. One trader sees a further decline ahead. That’s based on the June 9 $11 puts. With 21 days until…
May 18, 2023
Industry Consolidation Bodes Well for This Sector
Most industries tend to consolidate over time. That’s because they start out with a large number of players. As those who are overleveraged or poorly managed go bust, the better-run companies start…
May 17, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Topgolf Callaway Brands (MODG)
Oliver Brewer, President and CEO atTopgolf Callaway Brands (MODG), recently added 5,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by just under 1 percent, and came to a total cost of $85,596. The buy came…
May 17, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: Hasbro (HAS)
ToymakerHasbro (HAS) has seen its shares drop nearly one-third over the past year. While the stock has rallied in recent weeks, one trader sees a further decline ahead. That’s based on the August $55…
May 17, 2023
Prepare to Buy an Industry Leader on an Earnings Drop
While the stock market has fared well so far this year, investors have been more cautious going into earnings. And most companies have reported a slowdown, but overall it hasn’t been as bad as…
May 16, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Six Flags Entertainment (SIX)
Gary Mick, CFO atSix Flags Entertainment (SIX), recently added 5,000 shares. The buy increased his holdings by 6 percent, and came to a total cost of $133,125. This marks the first insider activity…
May 16, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: Mercer International (MERC)
Paper materials companyMercer International (MERC) is down nearly 40 percent over the past year. One trader is betting on a sharp rebound in the coming months. That’s based on the August $12.50…
May 16, 2023
Strong Brands Can Endure More than a Weak Quarter… Or Even a Weak Year
One of the most powerful long-term investment trends is to invest in a company with a durable competitive advantage. For most companies today, that usually means offering a unique product that’s…
May 15, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Tyson Foods (TSN)
Wes Morris, a Group President atTyson Foods (TSN), recently bought 10,362 shares. The buy increased his holdings by 31 percent, and came to a total cost of $499,431. He was joined by another Group…
May 15, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: Google (GOOGL)
Search engine giantGoogle (GOOGL) popped higher last week following an announcement on the company’s investments in artificial intelligence. One trader is betting that shares will come down following…
May 15, 2023
Stick With Income Payers in Today’s Markets
2023 has been a strong year for stocks so far. Even if the market flattens out from here, it will still be a much better year than 2022. Those looking to buy today won’t get the extreme lows from…
May 12, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Pfizer (PFE)
Scott Gottlieb, a director atPfizer (PFE), recently bought 2,000 shares. The buy increased his holdings by 50 percent, and came to a total cost of $77,005. This marks the first insider buy at the…
May 12, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: PayPal (PYPL)
Digital payment platformPayPal (PYPL) is down about 12 percent over the past year, although shares have been trending higher in the past few months. One trader sees that trend continuing in the…
May 12, 2023
Look for Companies Likely to Revert to the Mean
While the overall market has its ups and downs, individual stocks can have more extreme moves. When a company has an extreme rally higher, its shares may be more susceptible to a pullback. The…
May 11, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Albemarle (ALB)
Kristin Coleman, General Council atAlbemarle Corp (ALB), recently added 1,373 shares. The buy is a new stake for the executive, and came to a total cost of $249,886. She was joined by the company…
May 11, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: C3.ai (AI)
Artificial intelligence software companyC3.ai (AI) has had a strong year, with shares up nearly 29 percent as interest in the space has exploded higher. One trader sees shares moving lower in the…
May 11, 2023
Companies That Use Debt Responsibly Can Offer Growth and Stability
Years of ultra-low interest rates made it easy for companies to issue debt at a low cost. As a bonus, companies could even deduct their interest payments for tax purposes. Today, with interest rates…
May 10, 2023
Insider Trading Report: Akami Technologies (AKAM)
Thomson Leighton, CEO atAkami Technologies (AKAM), recently bought 642 shares. The buy increased his stake by less than 1 percent, and came to a total cost of $50,061. The buy follows up on a 934…
May 10, 2023
Unusual Options Activity: Rapid7 Inc (RPD)
Cybersecurity software companyRapid7 Inc (RPD) has seen shares rally more than 50 percent off of their lows set back in November. One trader sees a further rally in the months ahead. That’s based on…
May 10, 2023
Slow and Steady Companies Can Deliver Great Long-Term Results
While traders are often looking for a quick trade, many so-called investors are often looking for a stock that can move higher quickly. By focusing instead on companies that can deliver steady,…
May 9, 2023