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Unusual Options Activity: Abbott Laboratories (ABT)
Shares of medical diagnostic device companyAbbott Laboratories (ABT) are down just under 10 percent in the past year. One trader is betting that shares will trend lower in the coming months. That’s…
Jul 27, 2022
For the Best Profits Now, Look for Low-Cost Providers
The past few years has been great for some sectors. For others, it’s been tough. The restaurant space has had to rapidly change to pandemic protocols, a rise in takeout orders, and increased outdoor…
Jul 26, 2022
Insider Trading Report: CrossFirst Bankshares (CFB)
Benjamin Clouse, CFO atCrossFirst Bankshares (CFB), recently added 7,500 shares to his holdings. The buy increased his stake by just over 101 percent, and came to a total cost just over $97,400.…
Jul 26, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: Alphabet Inc (GOOGL)
Shares of search engine giantAlphabet (GOOGL) have shed nearly 20 percent of their value in the past year. One trader sees the potential for a further decline in shares in the next 14 months. That’s…
Jul 26, 2022
This Top Tech Name Looks Attractive Ahead of Earnings
It’s still the early stages for earnings season. But we’ve seen companies perform above expectations, even as overall performance has started to slow in the past year. With some big tech names about…
Jul 25, 2022
Insider Trading Report: Comtech Telecommunications Corp (CMTL)
Lisa Lesavoy, a director atComtech Telecommunications Corp (CMTL), recently added 10,000 shares. The buy increased her stake by 118 percent, and came to a total price just over $102,000. The buy…
Jul 25, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: United Parcel Service (UPS)
Shares of shipping and logistics companyUnited Parcel Service (UPS) are down about 12 percent over the past year. One trader is betting on a rally in the next few weeks. That’s based on the August…
Jul 25, 2022
As Liquidation Fears Wane, This Oversold Sector Could Slowly Recover from Here
The past few months have seen stocks move off their lows. Despite the daily swings in the market, the potential for a recession has been priced in. Some sectors have fared better than others during…
Jul 22, 2022
Insider Trading Report: Occidental Petroleum (OXY)
Berkshire Hathaway (BRK-B), a major holder ofOccidental Petroleum (OXY), continues to add to its stake in the company. The most recent pickup was a 242,241 share buy on Tuesday, representing a 0.13…
Jul 22, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: Las Vegas Sands (LVS)
Shares of casino giantLas Vegas Sands (LVS) are down about 28 percent in the past year. One trader is betting on a potential rebound in the coming months. That’s based on the October $40 calls. With…
Jul 22, 2022
Don’t Overlook Steady Income Plays in an Unsteady Market
The market may have hit a recent low in the past few weeks. Time will tell. Until we know more, uncertainty continues to reign. And many companies are now starting to report on the unusual conditions…
Jul 21, 2022
Insider Trading Report: Energy Transfer LP (ET)
Richard Brannon, a director atEnergy Transfer LP (ET), recently picked up 137,860 shares. The buy increased his holdings by just over 27 percent, and came to a total purchase price just over $1.3…
Jul 21, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: Bristol Myers Squibb (BMY)
Shares of pharmaceutical giantBristol Myers Squibb (BMY) are up about 10 percent over the past year. One trader is betting that shares will continue higher in the next month. That’s based on the…
Jul 21, 2022
Continued Chip Demand Makes for Long-Term Buying Opportunities Now
Congress is weighing on legislation to support domestic semiconductor production before it goes on recess. The goal is to counter the global chip shortage. If passed, it will make it easier for…
Jul 20, 2022
Insider Trading Report: Delta Airlines (DAL)
David Taylor, a director atDelta Airlines (DAL), recently added 10,000 shares. The buy increased his holdings by just over 21 percent, and came to a total price of just over $293,000. This marks the…
Jul 20, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: Apple (AAPL)
Shares of consumer tech giantApple (AAPL) sank 2 percent on Monday on news that hiring would slow at the company. One trader sees shares shaking off the news and moving higher in the next few weeks.…
Jul 20, 2022
Stick With Proven Winners as Retail Spending Slows
While the latest data shows that retail spending is up – rising 1 percent in the past month—the rate of spending has slowed. That’s an indicator that consumers will likely cut back on luxury goods,…
Jul 19, 2022
Insider Trading Report: Rent-A-Center Inc (RCII)
Jeffrey Brown, a director atRent-A-Center Inc (RCII), recently added 1,223 shares to his holdings. The buy increased his stake by just over 1.6 percent, and came to a total cost of just over $25,000.…
Jul 19, 2022
Unusual Options Activity: EQT Corporation (EQT)
Shares of oil and gas exploration companyEQT Corporation (EQT) are up 90 percent over the past year. One trader is betting that shares will rebound back to their 52-week highs in the coming months.…
Jul 19, 2022
Don’t Bet Against Today’s Tech Winners in Today’s Fearful Markets
The stock market is in a downtrend, and that will likely continue until the Federal Reserve stops its current policy of raising interest rates. This downtrend is throwing out great companies along…
Jul 18, 2022