November 2009
New Trade Alerts: Valassis (VCI), Advance Auto Parts (AAP)
November 20, 2009
Since we didn't have any new trades last week, we definitely want to add a couple this week to refill some of the ones we carved out a couple of weeks ago. As usual, we've got one bullish pick, and one bearish pick. Advance Auto Parts Inc. (AAP) - Bullish Surprised? Don't be. Advance Auto Parts Inc...
Since we didn't have any new trades last week, we definitely want to add a couple this week to refill some of the ones we carved out a couple of weeks ago. As usual, we've got one bullish pick, and one bearish pick. Advance Auto Parts Inc. (AAP) - Bullish Surprised? Don't be. Advance Auto Parts Inc...
Market Update: Losing Steam (plus looks at UTHR, LEN)
November 13, 2009
Assuming today's trading is uneventful and we don't make an unexpected move within the next few hours, we're probably going to end the session a little higher than Thursday's closing levels. And, that'll mean a decent 2.0% gain for the week. The situation is not nearly as bearish as the numbers would...
Assuming today's trading is uneventful and we don't make an unexpected move within the next few hours, we're probably going to end the session a little higher than Thursday's closing levels. And, that'll mean a decent 2.0% gain for the week. The situation is not nearly as bearish as the numbers would...
New Trade Alerts: Tootsie Roll (TR), National Fuel Gas (NFG)
November 06, 2009
Though stocks slipped back into the red pretty quickly this morning after disappointing employment news was digested, the market should end the day with a decent gain for the week. I still have my doubts about this week's rally though. The buying volume was never all that strong, and we're still overbought...
Though stocks slipped back into the red pretty quickly this morning after disappointing employment news was digested, the market should end the day with a decent gain for the week. I still have my doubts about this week's rally though. The buying volume was never all that strong, and we're still overbought...
October 2009
New Trade Alerts: Expedia (EXPE), Teleflex (TFX)
October 30, 2009
We'll get to the discussion of new trades on Expedia and Teleflex in a moment. I think the bigger-picture look at the market is the more pressing issue today..... What a difference a week makes, huh? Though we took a small loss two weeks ago, the market was still on the verge of new 52-week highs. Now...
We'll get to the discussion of new trades on Expedia and Teleflex in a moment. I think the bigger-picture look at the market is the more pressing issue today..... What a difference a week makes, huh? Though we took a small loss two weeks ago, the market was still on the verge of new 52-week highs. Now...
Market Update: Microsoft (MSFT) Isn't Enough, Stocks Set to Struggle
October 23, 2009
Barring some sort of surprise implosion within the next couple of hours, the market is on pace to close out the week barely in the black - the third straight week of gains following a two-week stumble back in late September. Before anybody gets giddy though, let's devote at least a couple of minutes...
Barring some sort of surprise implosion within the next couple of hours, the market is on pace to close out the week barely in the black - the third straight week of gains following a two-week stumble back in late September. Before anybody gets giddy though, let's devote at least a couple of minutes...
New Trade Alerts: GenVec (GNVC), Alnylam Pharmaceuticals (ALNY)
October 16, 2009
You didn't think we were going to let a whole week slip by and not get any new trading ideas out there, did you? Here they are, with a few hours to spare if you want to get in before the weekend. GenVec Inc. (GNVC) - long/bullish Though we talk about low-priced (sub $1.00) stocks constantly at the site...
You didn't think we were going to let a whole week slip by and not get any new trading ideas out there, did you? Here they are, with a few hours to spare if you want to get in before the weekend. GenVec Inc. (GNVC) - long/bullish Though we talk about low-priced (sub $1.00) stocks constantly at the site...
New Trade Alerts: Legg Mason (LM), Lennar (LEN)
October 07, 2009
The market has bounced back sharply this week after two consecutive losing weeks, but I'm still not convinced we're going to be able to bypass the usual late-September and early-October slump. On the flip side, it's always better to trade what you see than it is trade what you think. So, once again we're...
The market has bounced back sharply this week after two consecutive losing weeks, but I'm still not convinced we're going to be able to bypass the usual late-September and early-October slump. On the flip side, it's always better to trade what you see than it is trade what you think. So, once again we're...
September 2009
Market Update: Monday's Flawed Rally, Which Sectors Are Hot?
September 29, 2009
Before anybody gets giddy about yesterday's 1.7% rally that unwound a chunk of last week's losses, let me burst your bubble... it wasn't nearly as healthy as it may have appeared to be on paper. Yes, stocks closed much higher yesterday, but there were very few people buying them. In fact, it was the...
Before anybody gets giddy about yesterday's 1.7% rally that unwound a chunk of last week's losses, let me burst your bubble... it wasn't nearly as healthy as it may have appeared to be on paper. Yes, stocks closed much higher yesterday, but there were very few people buying them. In fact, it was the...
Trade Alerts: Anthracite Capital (AHR), United Therapeutics (UTHR)
September 23, 2009
New Trade Alerts: Anthracite Capital (AHR), United Therapeutics (UTHR) Trade Updates: Exit EnerNOC (ENOC), Thor Industries (THO) short trades From the Community Trade Alerts Anthracite Capital, Inc. (AHR) - long/bullish This trade is a little more aggressive than our average pick, but considering we've...
New Trade Alerts: Anthracite Capital (AHR), United Therapeutics (UTHR) Trade Updates: Exit EnerNOC (ENOC), Thor Industries (THO) short trades From the Community Trade Alerts Anthracite Capital, Inc. (AHR) - long/bullish This trade is a little more aggressive than our average pick, but considering we've...
Trade Alerts: FormFactor (FORM), Flotek (FTK)
September 16, 2009
For those of you who were wondering if we ever officially recommend any of the stocks we review in our non-newsletter articles, the answer is....yep. Both of our picks today - Flotek Industries and FormFactor - have already been featured. Obviously they continued to move in a direction we liked. Flotek...
For those of you who were wondering if we ever officially recommend any of the stocks we review in our non-newsletter articles, the answer is....yep. Both of our picks today - Flotek Industries and FormFactor - have already been featured. Obviously they continued to move in a direction we liked. Flotek...
Trade Alerts: Leap Wireless (LEAP) and EDAP TMS (EDAP)
September 11, 2009
New Trades: Leap Wireless (LEAP), EDAP TMS (EDAP) Open Trade Updates: Cover Western Alliance (WAL), Review ZQK, ENOC, WBMD, others By the way... what you missed from the community pages New Trades Another surprisingly strong week so far from Wall Street has left another batch of good-looking trading...
New Trades: Leap Wireless (LEAP), EDAP TMS (EDAP) Open Trade Updates: Cover Western Alliance (WAL), Review ZQK, ENOC, WBMD, others By the way... what you missed from the community pages New Trades Another surprisingly strong week so far from Wall Street has left another batch of good-looking trading...
Market Update: The Damage Has Been Done, New Trades
September 02, 2009
Stocks are back in the black today after a very tough start to the week, but is the rally too little, too late? We believe it is, though we don't necessarily feel it's the end of the world for investors. We'll detail the idea below, but we first want to let you know where the analysis is going... the...
Stocks are back in the black today after a very tough start to the week, but is the rally too little, too late? We believe it is, though we don't necessarily feel it's the end of the world for investors. We'll detail the idea below, but we first want to let you know where the analysis is going... the...
August 2009
Trade Alerts: Quicksilver (ZQK) & Thor Industries (THO)
August 25, 2009
As usual, we've got a bullish and bearish play for you. However, we've added a couple of unofficial bullish items to think about. Quicksilver Inc. (ZQK) - Bullish/Long It looks like Quicksilver may have finally shrugged off its problems for good.... the company as well as the stock. Despite lots of volatility...
As usual, we've got a bullish and bearish play for you. However, we've added a couple of unofficial bullish items to think about. Quicksilver Inc. (ZQK) - Bullish/Long It looks like Quicksilver may have finally shrugged off its problems for good.... the company as well as the stock. Despite lots of volatility...
Market Update: Outlook for September, Rest of August
August 19, 2009
The saga of the S&P 500's ceiling at 1014 continues. You can trace our coverage of it going back to August 6th, but the significance of resistance at that level didn't become evident until a few days later... after the market made several failed attempts to get over the hump. Now, with the SPX at...
The saga of the S&P 500's ceiling at 1014 continues. You can trace our coverage of it going back to August 6th, but the significance of resistance at that level didn't become evident until a few days later... after the market made several failed attempts to get over the hump. Now, with the SPX at...
Trade Alerts: EnerNOC (short) & NCI Building (long)
August 12, 2009
In our last edition we posed a simple question.... will the S&P 500 need to run all the way up to its Fibonacci retracement line at 1016 to fully burn off this round of bullishness before heading lower, or was that day's high of 1008 going to be a 'good enough' peak? As it turns out, the question...
In our last edition we posed a simple question.... will the S&P 500 need to run all the way up to its Fibonacci retracement line at 1016 to fully burn off this round of bullishness before heading lower, or was that day's high of 1008 going to be a 'good enough' peak? As it turns out, the question...
Market Update: Almost at the Hurdle, Sell or Hold Citi?
August 06, 2009
I really hope you took action on our Citigroup (C) recommendation from last Tuesday. At the time, shares were priced at $2.88. Now they're trading at $3.70....translating into a 28% gain. That's not bad for a week and a half's worth of work. On the flip side, it poses a question - does one lock in a...
I really hope you took action on our Citigroup (C) recommendation from last Tuesday. At the time, shares were priced at $2.88. Now they're trading at $3.70....translating into a 28% gain. That's not bad for a week and a half's worth of work. On the flip side, it poses a question - does one lock in a...
July 2009
Trade Alert: A Tale of Two Citis
July 28, 2009
If you've been kicking yourself because you missed out on the 100%+ rally we've seen from financial stocks since early March, don't worry - I think I've got a way for you to turn back the clock and get in a certain financial stock at March's prices. There's no two ways about it - Citigroup Inc. (C) has...
If you've been kicking yourself because you missed out on the 100%+ rally we've seen from financial stocks since early March, don't worry - I think I've got a way for you to turn back the clock and get in a certain financial stock at March's prices. There's no two ways about it - Citigroup Inc. (C) has...
Market Update: Exhausted
July 22, 2009
How 'bout them bulls, huh? Over the last week and a half, the S&P 500 has rallied - to my surprise - a hefty 8.6%, not to mention that it toyed with new multi-month highs for a while today. And, therein lies my concern. As we've approached current levels, we've also seen a clear slow-down in the...
How 'bout them bulls, huh? Over the last week and a half, the S&P 500 has rallied - to my surprise - a hefty 8.6%, not to mention that it toyed with new multi-month highs for a while today. And, therein lies my concern. As we've approached current levels, we've also seen a clear slow-down in the...
Market Update: Saying One Thing, Doing Another
July 15, 2009
Well, so much for the slightly-bearish theory. The S&P 500 has gained about 6.1% over the last three days after being in dire straits for the prior four weeks. Wow. Of course, the question (as always) is what's next? My answer ...I suspect the market's going to be reeled in quite a bit. The last...
Well, so much for the slightly-bearish theory. The S&P 500 has gained about 6.1% over the last three days after being in dire straits for the prior four weeks. Wow. Of course, the question (as always) is what's next? My answer ...I suspect the market's going to be reeled in quite a bit. The last...
Market Update: Approaching a Bottom Level
July 10, 2009
I'll say this much for the bulls.... they're working hard to hold the line at May's lows. For the S&P 500, that's around 880. The all-important 200 day moving average line is lending a hand in the effort too; the SPX has held tightly to it since Tuesday. I'll acknowledge there's a possibility the...
I'll say this much for the bulls.... they're working hard to hold the line at May's lows. For the S&P 500, that's around 880. The all-important 200 day moving average line is lending a hand in the effort too; the SPX has held tightly to it since Tuesday. I'll acknowledge there's a possibility the...
Market Update: The Bulls' Temporary Reprieve
July 07, 2009
After Thursday's pre-holiday decimation I wasn't surprised to see spooked investors still heading for the door on Monday morning. Simultaneously, I wasn't surprised to see a bit of a bullish pushback later in the afternoon. Bigger picture, I'm not surprised to see a big chunk of the March/June rally...
After Thursday's pre-holiday decimation I wasn't surprised to see spooked investors still heading for the door on Monday morning. Simultaneously, I wasn't surprised to see a bit of a bullish pushback later in the afternoon. Bigger picture, I'm not surprised to see a big chunk of the March/June rally...
June 2009
Market Update: Industry Picks for 2nd Half of 2009
June 30, 2009
Today's the last day of not just a fiscal quarter, but also a fiscal half-year. Given how well stocks have done during Q2 (and despite the deep dive into the red I'm seeing as I write this), I'm still seeing a decent dose of window-dressing for a few select stocks today. What's 'window dressing'? It's...
Today's the last day of not just a fiscal quarter, but also a fiscal half-year. Given how well stocks have done during Q2 (and despite the deep dive into the red I'm seeing as I write this), I'm still seeing a decent dose of window-dressing for a few select stocks today. What's 'window dressing'? It's...
Technical Trade Alerts: ICO (ICOC), Teekay (TK)
June 25, 2009
The bulls are still working hard to nip a downturn in the bud; it remains to be seen whether they'll be successful or not. In the meantime, our strategy of splitting our trades up evenly between short and long picks continues to work well. So, we've got one of each for you today. ICO Inc. (ICOC) - Bearish...
The bulls are still working hard to nip a downturn in the bud; it remains to be seen whether they'll be successful or not. In the meantime, our strategy of splitting our trades up evenly between short and long picks continues to work well. So, we've got one of each for you today. ICO Inc. (ICOC) - Bearish...
Market Update: Digging a Deeper Hole
June 23, 2009
Like I said on Thursday (and despite Thursday's and Friday's market gains), the damage has already been done. Monday's tumble to new multi-week lows is simply the fruition of a pullback that's been long overdue. More importantly though, what can we expect now? In the very near-term, I have a sneaking...
Like I said on Thursday (and despite Thursday's and Friday's market gains), the damage has already been done. Monday's tumble to new multi-week lows is simply the fruition of a pullback that's been long overdue. More importantly though, what can we expect now? In the very near-term, I have a sneaking...
Market Update: Too Late, Already Broken
June 18, 2009
You probably don't need me to tell you the breakdown I was worried about happening has indeed actually happened. In Monday's edition I suggested we were on the verge of a major break in not just a key moving average line, but also a long-standing support line. Tuesday's low of 911.60 clinched it. Wednesday...
You probably don't need me to tell you the breakdown I was worried about happening has indeed actually happened. In Monday's edition I suggested we were on the verge of a major break in not just a key moving average line, but also a long-standing support line. Tuesday's low of 911.60 clinched it. Wednesday...
Market Update: At a Fork in the Road
June 15, 2009
Last week I took a pretty detailed look at how the market - the S&P 500 in this case - wasn't exactly as bearish as everyone thought it might be, but was instead simply trapped in a range... between 926 and 950. Though I was generally bearish, I had no real 'supporting evidence' for my thesis. I...
Last week I took a pretty detailed look at how the market - the S&P 500 in this case - wasn't exactly as bearish as everyone thought it might be, but was instead simply trapped in a range... between 926 and 950. Though I was generally bearish, I had no real 'supporting evidence' for my thesis. I...
Market Update: Short Term Ceiling in Place, Working on the Floor
June 10, 2009
Did you know despite all the gyrations we've seen over the last seven trading days (counting today), the net change during that time is basically nil? That's right... after surging to new multi-week highs two Mondays ago, we've basically gone nowhere since. That's not to say the last week and a half...
Did you know despite all the gyrations we've seen over the last seven trading days (counting today), the net change during that time is basically nil? That's right... after surging to new multi-week highs two Mondays ago, we've basically gone nowhere since. That's not to say the last week and a half...
Technical Trade Alerts: International Royalty (ROY), Acura
June 08, 2009
Despite today's pullback - not to mention our generally bearish short-term stance - we're not going jump to any conclusions about what's in store for stocks in the near future. The fact is, today's dip isn't even really threatening last week's gains yet, nor are any major support levels under fire. Instead...
Despite today's pullback - not to mention our generally bearish short-term stance - we're not going jump to any conclusions about what's in store for stocks in the near future. The fact is, today's dip isn't even really threatening last week's gains yet, nor are any major support levels under fire. Instead...
Technical Trade Alerts: Bank of the Ozarks (OZRK), RealNetworks (RNWK)
June 02, 2009
I'm still inclined to keep trading on both sides of the market, as opposed to just going long and riding the wave - the waves have to stop sometime, and I don't want to be positioned wrong when it does. So, I've got another pair of trade ideas for you... one bullish, one bearish. Bank of the Ozarks Inc...
I'm still inclined to keep trading on both sides of the market, as opposed to just going long and riding the wave - the waves have to stop sometime, and I don't want to be positioned wrong when it does. So, I've got another pair of trade ideas for you... one bullish, one bearish. Bank of the Ozarks Inc...
May 2009
Market Update: The Scale Just Tipped in Favor of the Bears
May 28, 2009
The saga continues, though the plot thickens. Guess what - I'm still bearish. That shouldn't be a terribly big surprise to any of you who've been around at least the last couple of weeks, as I officially went bearish on stocks (short term only) on May 13th, and detailed the opinion on May 20th. Today...
The saga continues, though the plot thickens. Guess what - I'm still bearish. That shouldn't be a terribly big surprise to any of you who've been around at least the last couple of weeks, as I officially went bearish on stocks (short term only) on May 13th, and detailed the opinion on May 20th. Today...
Market Update: Is Today an Exit Opportunity, or an Entry Excuse?
May 26, 2009
I hate to rain on a perfectly good parade, but I can't stress enough how I don't think the next three months are going to be anywhere near as bullish as the last three months have been, nor do I think they'll be as bullish as most other investors seem to think they'll be based on today's gains. That's...
I hate to rain on a perfectly good parade, but I can't stress enough how I don't think the next three months are going to be anywhere near as bullish as the last three months have been, nor do I think they'll be as bullish as most other investors seem to think they'll be based on today's gains. That's...
Technical Trade Alerts: Harvard Bioscience, Encore Capital Group
May 20, 2009
Market Update: Still Due For a Correction Technical Trade Alerts: Harvard Bioscience, Encore Capital Group Market Update: Still Due For a Correction One of the few things more bearish than an already-falling market is a market that's failed to follow-through on a rally attempt. What's that got to do...
Market Update: Still Due For a Correction Technical Trade Alerts: Harvard Bioscience, Encore Capital Group Market Update: Still Due For a Correction One of the few things more bearish than an already-falling market is a market that's failed to follow-through on a rally attempt. What's that got to do...
Technical Trade Alerts: American Vanguard (AVD), Liberty Media (LCAPA)
May 15, 2009
Since we still contend the tide is leaning on the bearish side of the fence, we really want to tack on a few more short/bearish trades than usual... to go with the flow. If the market somehow manages to rebound, as long as we've picked 'em well those charts will continue to fall anyway. Thus, we can...
Since we still contend the tide is leaning on the bearish side of the fence, we really want to tack on a few more short/bearish trades than usual... to go with the flow. If the market somehow manages to rebound, as long as we've picked 'em well those charts will continue to fall anyway. Thus, we can...
Market Update: 'Bear Market Rally' Litmus Test Now Being Given
May 13, 2009
So was the last eight weeks just a bear market rally, or was it really the beginning of a new bull market? We're about to find out. Believe it or not, the last three days are the first time the S&P 500 has taken three consecutive losses since the rally began back on March 10th. It's also the biggest...
So was the last eight weeks just a bear market rally, or was it really the beginning of a new bull market? We're about to find out. Believe it or not, the last three days are the first time the S&P 500 has taken three consecutive losses since the rally began back on March 10th. It's also the biggest...
Technical Trade Alerts: China Agritech Inc. (CAGC), EnergySolutions Inc.
May 11, 2009
[We'll repeat it again below, but just to be sure, we suggest you lock in the 105% win on Angiotech Pharmaceuticals. The stock took off today, and we don't want to let this one slip away while we're in triple-digit territory. See below.] You wanted it - you got it. Though we still intend to use the newsletter...
[We'll repeat it again below, but just to be sure, we suggest you lock in the 105% win on Angiotech Pharmaceuticals. The stock took off today, and we don't want to let this one slip away while we're in triple-digit territory. See below.] You wanted it - you got it. Though we still intend to use the newsletter...
Trade Updates: Take Profits on DXYN, VRS, Raise Stops on GNW, HUN
May 07, 2009
As much as I'd like to talk about the market today, I just don't have room or time. There are too many stock picks we've recommended recently that require immediate attention... though all of it is the good kind of attention. I promise to get a market-oriented edition out ASAP. For right now though...
As much as I'd like to talk about the market today, I just don't have room or time. There are too many stock picks we've recommended recently that require immediate attention... though all of it is the good kind of attention. I promise to get a market-oriented edition out ASAP. For right now though...
Market & Trade Updates: Take Profits, Prep for Pullback
May 04, 2009
Normally I'd wait until after the close of the market today to send out the newsletter, but if I did so today, the potential gains I'd like to see locked down may be wiped away by the time you got a chance to act. So, we're publishing pre-close today. The full details of the call are immediately below...
Normally I'd wait until after the close of the market today to send out the newsletter, but if I did so today, the potential gains I'd like to see locked down may be wiped away by the time you got a chance to act. So, we're publishing pre-close today. The full details of the call are immediately below...
April 2009
Trade Updates: Procera Networks, Hansen Natural, Briggs & Stratton
April 29, 2009
Not that there's nothing else to talk about (like swine flu, GDP, depleted inventories, etc.), but while we're able to carve out the time today, I need to update you on - and cancel - some of the trade suggestions we've issued lately. Now, I don't have the room to review all ten trades we've got posted...
Not that there's nothing else to talk about (like swine flu, GDP, depleted inventories, etc.), but while we're able to carve out the time today, I need to update you on - and cancel - some of the trade suggestions we've issued lately. Now, I don't have the room to review all ten trades we've got posted...
Market Update: Swine Flu Threat is a Hollow Opportunity
April 27, 2009
Certainly by now you've heard something about the swine flu outbreak that started in Mexico, but has now been diagnosed in several countries and on more than one continent. Tragically, more than 100 people have died in Mexico from swine flu infections, and at least 40 more are infected outside Mexico...
Certainly by now you've heard something about the swine flu outbreak that started in Mexico, but has now been diagnosed in several countries and on more than one continent. Tragically, more than 100 people have died in Mexico from swine flu infections, and at least 40 more are infected outside Mexico...
Market Update: Winning Streak Ends, How Long's the Losing Streak?
April 24, 2009
Well, the six-week winning streak for the market came to a close, barely. The S&P 500 closed about 3 points under last week's close, but it likely would have been much worse had most banks not passed the government's ridiculous 'stress test'. Though the weekly loss is 100% attributable to Monday's...
Well, the six-week winning streak for the market came to a close, barely. The S&P 500 closed about 3 points under last week's close, but it likely would have been much worse had most banks not passed the government's ridiculous 'stress test'. Though the weekly loss is 100% attributable to Monday's...
Market Update: Down 4%, Almost Just What The Doctor Ordered
April 20, 2009
It doesn't take too long to give up ground, does it? The market basically fell 4% on Monday, adding to an ongoing saga, and raising the question of whether or not the prior six weeks was an accident, or a real recovery. We've got some perspective on the whole shebang today, and where it all may be going...
It doesn't take too long to give up ground, does it? The market basically fell 4% on Monday, adding to an ongoing saga, and raising the question of whether or not the prior six weeks was an accident, or a real recovery. We've got some perspective on the whole shebang today, and where it all may be going...
Procera Networks Inc. (PKT) - Coverage Initiated
April 16, 2009
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible for a company to thrive in a recession - the company just has to deliver something its customers want (and need) so badly that the economy's condition isn't a concern. Well, I've got one for you today. This company has been quietly been progressing towards profitability...
Contrary to popular belief, it is possible for a company to thrive in a recession - the company just has to deliver something its customers want (and need) so badly that the economy's condition isn't a concern. Well, I've got one for you today. This company has been quietly been progressing towards profitability...
Market Update: The S&P 500's P/E Ratio, Past and Future
April 15, 2009
Happy Tax Day! Don't forget your IRS paperwork has to be postmarked by today. I suspect most of you have already taken care of your tax filing though, so you'll be able to turn your attention to other things.... like figuring out the market's true value. As the subject line indicated, I want to look...
Happy Tax Day! Don't forget your IRS paperwork has to be postmarked by today. I suspect most of you have already taken care of your tax filing though, so you'll be able to turn your attention to other things.... like figuring out the market's true value. As the subject line indicated, I want to look...
Market Update: Small Cap Sector & Industry Forecast
April 10, 2009
Don't get me wrong - I love Thursday's whopping gain as much as anybody else does. However, I think the Jekyll-and-Hyde (all or nothing) market is rearing its volatile head again. How so? The Wells Fargo-induced 2% jump yesterday morning put some big numbers on the board, but the gaps left behind by...
Don't get me wrong - I love Thursday's whopping gain as much as anybody else does. However, I think the Jekyll-and-Hyde (all or nothing) market is rearing its volatile head again. How so? The Wells Fargo-induced 2% jump yesterday morning put some big numbers on the board, but the gaps left behind by...
Market Update: Lower Before Higher, But A Survivable Dip
April 06, 2009
After a relatively rocky start, the market rebounded somewhat on Monday; the S&P closed only 0.8% lower after being in the hole by more than 2.0% at one point in the day. That's a good showing from the bulls despite the net loss at the end of the day. The bigger question, however, is whether or not...
After a relatively rocky start, the market rebounded somewhat on Monday; the S&P closed only 0.8% lower after being in the hole by more than 2.0% at one point in the day. That's a good showing from the bulls despite the net loss at the end of the day. The bigger question, however, is whether or not...
March 2009
Market Update: Support and Resistance Defined
March 31, 2009
In the blog yesterday morning I mentioned the drastic selloff on top of the bearish opening gap presented a fantastic entry opportunity... for the bold and the bullish (a tumultuous combination of characteristics right now). I also strongly suggested using a five-minute chart to look for what was possibly...
In the blog yesterday morning I mentioned the drastic selloff on top of the bearish opening gap presented a fantastic entry opportunity... for the bold and the bullish (a tumultuous combination of characteristics right now). I also strongly suggested using a five-minute chart to look for what was possibly...
Coverage Initiated: UFood Grill (UFFC)
March 20, 2009
For those of you who were reading our newsletter for a while, you'll also remember how Spicy Pickle (OTCBB: SPKL) shot up from our pick price of 69 cents to our target price of $1.40. The most impressive part about that rally, however, was that it took just three weeks to accomplish. Who would have thought...
For those of you who were reading our newsletter for a while, you'll also remember how Spicy Pickle (OTCBB: SPKL) shot up from our pick price of 69 cents to our target price of $1.40. The most impressive part about that rally, however, was that it took just three weeks to accomplish. Who would have thought...
Coverage Initiated: BioCurex Inc. (BOCX)
March 17, 2009
For those of you who've been reading the Small Cap Network newsletter for a while, you'll easily remember BioCurex Inc. (OTCBB: BOCX). For those of you who are newer, BioCurex is a company worth getting to know. For both of those groups, today's your chance to acquaint yourself with the company's recent...
For those of you who've been reading the Small Cap Network newsletter for a while, you'll easily remember BioCurex Inc. (OTCBB: BOCX). For those of you who are newer, BioCurex is a company worth getting to know. For both of those groups, today's your chance to acquaint yourself with the company's recent...
Market Update: Good, But Not Yet Good Enough
March 15, 2009
Early last week we mentioned we had a new company profile on the way, to come out later in the week. Needless to say, you didn't get it. I wanted to hold off a few more days, because if what I think is going to happen actually does happen, we'll all be better off for waiting. Don't worry though - it's...
Early last week we mentioned we had a new company profile on the way, to come out later in the week. Needless to say, you didn't get it. I wanted to hold off a few more days, because if what I think is going to happen actually does happen, we'll all be better off for waiting. Don't worry though - it's...
Market Update: Was Tuesday An Omen, or an Oddity?
March 10, 2009
What a day on Tuesday, huh? The biggest one-day gain since November. We've got some thoughts on what it all means, but first, I want to plant a seed. Sometime later this week we'll be sending out a new small cap trading idea. I can't tell you a whole lot about it right now, but I can tell you it's a...
What a day on Tuesday, huh? The biggest one-day gain since November. We've got some thoughts on what it all means, but first, I want to plant a seed. Sometime later this week we'll be sending out a new small cap trading idea. I can't tell you a whole lot about it right now, but I can tell you it's a...
Market Update: Does Fear Turn to Apathy at the Bottom?
March 06, 2009
What a week! TGIF, right? After basically 15 days of slaughter, on Wednesday we saw a glimmer of hope....only to get smacked again on Thursday. Then this morning, unemployment comes in at 8.1%, which is the highest reading since 1983. So what happens? Stocks edged higher, initially, before heading south...
What a week! TGIF, right? After basically 15 days of slaughter, on Wednesday we saw a glimmer of hope....only to get smacked again on Thursday. Then this morning, unemployment comes in at 8.1%, which is the highest reading since 1983. So what happens? Stocks edged higher, initially, before heading south...
Five Bear Market Realities You Can't Afford to Forget
March 03, 2009
Isn't it amazing how much bearishness the market can dish out in such a short span of time? Geez. But, that doesn't mean there's not money to be made in this environment. It just means you have to play the game a little differently. I didn't come here (ok, I didn't sit down at my desk) to talk about...
Isn't it amazing how much bearishness the market can dish out in such a short span of time? Geez. But, that doesn't mean there's not money to be made in this environment. It just means you have to play the game a little differently. I didn't come here (ok, I didn't sit down at my desk) to talk about...
February 2009
Technical Trade Alerts: Molina Healthcare (MOH), Phase Forward (PFWD)
February 24, 2009
It's a bit speculative to be buying stocks in front of any Presidential address, but hey - given the current situation (oversold stocks and lots of stimulus chatter), the rewards could be well worth the risk. Stocks have been sent lower in eight of the last ten sessions... a lot lower. The plunge could...
It's a bit speculative to be buying stocks in front of any Presidential address, but hey - given the current situation (oversold stocks and lots of stimulus chatter), the rewards could be well worth the risk. Stocks have been sent lower in eight of the last ten sessions... a lot lower. The plunge could...
Market Trend Update: Market in Neutral, Some Sectors in Overdrive
February 16, 2009
If you're frustrated about the indices being right back where they were in November, that's understandable. A couple of weeks ago the market looked like it was going to break out of its rut. Then, it didn't. It's just moved sideways for weeks now. However, not every stock is flat - that sideways movement...
If you're frustrated about the indices being right back where they were in November, that's understandable. A couple of weeks ago the market looked like it was going to break out of its rut. Then, it didn't. It's just moved sideways for weeks now. However, not every stock is flat - that sideways movement...
Company Update: Spicy Pickle (SPKL) is Still Tasty
February 11, 2009
If you didn't see it already, you may want to take a look at the latest update from our favorite eatery, Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc. (OTC:SPKL). The company's been laying low as the recession's kinks have been worked out. 'Laying low', however, is nowhere near the same thing as laying down or giving...
If you didn't see it already, you may want to take a look at the latest update from our favorite eatery, Spicy Pickle Franchising Inc. (OTC:SPKL). The company's been laying low as the recession's kinks have been worked out. 'Laying low', however, is nowhere near the same thing as laying down or giving...
Technical Trade Alerts: Ann Taylor Stores (ANN) and XOMA Ltd. (XOMA)
February 09, 2009
With the economy starting to find a foothold, and with a stimulus package of some sort on the way, we continue to find interesting trade ideas rising up from the market's ashes. One of our picks today is a high-end retailer stock. Yes, the organization struggled last year like any retailer did, but the...
With the economy starting to find a foothold, and with a stimulus package of some sort on the way, we continue to find interesting trade ideas rising up from the market's ashes. One of our picks today is a high-end retailer stock. Yes, the organization struggled last year like any retailer did, but the...
Coverage Initiated: Hansen Natural Corporation (HANS)
February 06, 2009
Though the recession may have meant forgoing the purchase of that sports car, consumers generally don't give up the little, affordable pleasures in life - at least according to the way Hansen Natural Corporation's (NASDAQ:HANS) shares have been acting of late. After taking an undeserved 70% hit between...
Though the recession may have meant forgoing the purchase of that sports car, consumers generally don't give up the little, affordable pleasures in life - at least according to the way Hansen Natural Corporation's (NASDAQ:HANS) shares have been acting of late. After taking an undeserved 70% hit between...
Company Update: Bio-Matrix Scientific Group (OTC:BMSN) Now Banks Revenue
February 02, 2009
The anticipated entry into the world of revenue is now a reality for Bio-Matrix Scientific Group, Inc. (OTC:BMSN). Three weeks ago the company filed a routine disclosure document saying they had been in discussions with NeoCell Inc. as well as with its parent company, ViviCell International Inc. Since...
The anticipated entry into the world of revenue is now a reality for Bio-Matrix Scientific Group, Inc. (OTC:BMSN). Three weeks ago the company filed a routine disclosure document saying they had been in discussions with NeoCell Inc. as well as with its parent company, ViviCell International Inc. Since...
January 2009
Company Update: China Energy Recovery (CGYV) Lands Huge Contract
January 27, 2009
With everything that's happened to the economy and stocks over the last six months, it could have been easy to forget one of the most simple measures of what makes a company successful. Fortunately, we've got one of our small cap followings to remind us of how the basics come first. What's the basic...
With everything that's happened to the economy and stocks over the last six months, it could have been easy to forget one of the most simple measures of what makes a company successful. Fortunately, we've got one of our small cap followings to remind us of how the basics come first. What's the basic...
Technical Trade Alert: ICU Medical (ICUI)
January 23, 2009
On the surface, ICU Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: ICUI) may appear to be a perfectly fine company. And, we don't disagree - they're profitable, and shares aren't unreasonably priced. Company Name: ICU Medical Inc. Rating: Technical Trade Alert (Bearish) Stock Symbol : ICUI Trade Initiated: Jan. 23rd, 2009 Current...
On the surface, ICU Medical Inc. (NASDAQ: ICUI) may appear to be a perfectly fine company. And, we don't disagree - they're profitable, and shares aren't unreasonably priced. Company Name: ICU Medical Inc. Rating: Technical Trade Alert (Bearish) Stock Symbol : ICUI Trade Initiated: Jan. 23rd, 2009 Current...
Coverage Initiated: InterDigital (IDCC) and Briggs & Stratton (BGG)
January 21, 2009
InterDigital Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) - Buy Briggs & Stratton Corp. (NYSE: BGG) - Buy Profile: InterDigital Inc. While InterDigital Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) does a lot of things well, the most exciting aspect of this company is the fact that its stock is up 78% since October's low. We think more of the same...
InterDigital Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) - Buy Briggs & Stratton Corp. (NYSE: BGG) - Buy Profile: InterDigital Inc. While InterDigital Inc. (NASDAQ: IDCC) does a lot of things well, the most exciting aspect of this company is the fact that its stock is up 78% since October's low. We think more of the same...
Two Charts Poised to Pop: Playing a Market Reversal
January 16, 2009
Wow. I'm guessing you already saw Wednesday's final volume tally for China Energy Recovery (OTCBB: CGYV), but of you didn't, let me sum it up for you.... Wow. It was about eight times the norm, and the second-highest volume day ever for the stock - almost entirely on the buy side. Nice, but the net result...
Wow. I'm guessing you already saw Wednesday's final volume tally for China Energy Recovery (OTCBB: CGYV), but of you didn't, let me sum it up for you.... Wow. It was about eight times the norm, and the second-highest volume day ever for the stock - almost entirely on the buy side. Nice, but the net result...
Voyant Ventures Into the Final Frontier
January 13, 2009
Bio-Matrix Acquisition Questions Answered (Like "Who's Acquiring Who?") Voyant Ventures Into the Final Frontier... Mobile Data Transfer If you're a current user of Internet-enabled cell phones, or if you connect your laptop to the web through a cellular service, then you're likely to be pretty impressed...
Bio-Matrix Acquisition Questions Answered (Like "Who's Acquiring Who?") Voyant Ventures Into the Final Frontier... Mobile Data Transfer If you're a current user of Internet-enabled cell phones, or if you connect your laptop to the web through a cellular service, then you're likely to be pretty impressed...
Obama & Co. to Turn Pharma Switch 'On'?
January 10, 2009
When we published our recommendation of CEL-SCI (AMEX: CVM) shares on Wednesday morning of this week, we really had no idea some of you would be able to exit at our target price of 40 cents by Thursday afternoon. I've triple-checked it since then though, and it's true - there were a few transactions...
When we published our recommendation of CEL-SCI (AMEX: CVM) shares on Wednesday morning of this week, we really had no idea some of you would be able to exit at our target price of 40 cents by Thursday afternoon. I've triple-checked it since then though, and it's true - there were a few transactions...
Big Pharma's Paradigm Shift = Biotech Investment Opportunity
January 07, 2009
With both the market and the economy apparently poised to begin improving, I know we're all interested in trading ideas that will start the portfolio-recovery process. What's interesting about today's idea, though, is how the bear market may have actually obscured the opportunity's development. Today...
With both the market and the economy apparently poised to begin improving, I know we're all interested in trading ideas that will start the portfolio-recovery process. What's interesting about today's idea, though, is how the bear market may have actually obscured the opportunity's development. Today...
The 'Average' January Market - Cause For a Pause
January 02, 2009
I don't know if you've noticed this or not, but the month of January over the last several years has been, shall we say an 'interesting' month? Aside from the so-called 'January Effect' vigil (which isn't necessarily a water-tight concept), the first month of the year has also been quite violent on most...
I don't know if you've noticed this or not, but the month of January over the last several years has been, shall we say an 'interesting' month? Aside from the so-called 'January Effect' vigil (which isn't necessarily a water-tight concept), the first month of the year has also been quite violent on most...
