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Weekly Trader’s Outlook

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Randy Frederick

January 07, 2022

Fed Chair Powell turned hawkish back on 11/30, but caution in the equity markets didn’t really arrive until the new year began. The indicators point to more volatility and potentially more downside for next week.

Trading Up-Close: How to Sell Stock

November 18, 2021 12:44 PM EST

When traders buy stock, they also need to think about their exit strategy. Kevin Horner describes the different sell orders you can use to exit a position.

Trading Up-Close: Making a Trading Plan

November 03, 2021 5:56 PM EDT

What goes into a trade plan? Kevin Horner discusses the key elements in a plan and how they should inform every trade you make.

Trading Up-Close: Getting Started as a Trader

October 22, 2021 5:15 PM EDT

If you think you’d like to start trading stocks, what do you need to know? Kevin Horner explains what it takes to be a trader and how it differs from long-term investing.

Managing Cash-Secured Equity Puts

by

Randy Frederick

September 30, 2021

CSEPs may generate short-term income or enable purchase of desired stocks at a favorable price. Know what to do if the CSEP doesn't work out as planned.

The Ins and Outs of Short Selling

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September 10, 2021

Make sure you understand the risks of short selling before taking the plunge.

VIX ETFs: The Facts and Risks

August 24, 2021

Investors are fascinated by the VIX Index due to its tendency to spike during market turmoil. VIX ETFs exist but they track VIX index futures, instead of the index directly. Find out why this can be an issue.

Tipos y condiciones de órdenes de acciones: Descripción general

November 11, 2020

Muchos factores pueden afectar las ejecuciones de las operaciones.

Stock order types and conditions: An overview

November 09, 2020

Many factors can affect trade executions. It's the knowledgeable investor—making decisions with a full understanding of the implications of various stock order types and conditions—who can make the most of the stock market's potential.

Trading Up-Close: Short Selling Strategies

September 01, 2020 2:50 PM EDT

Find out how you can use Simple Moving Averages to identify potential short selling opportunities.

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