Alcoa: A Buy or Sell?

With the big aluminum giant ready to report earnings on the 10th of October, Alcoa (AA) hopes to bring favorable numbers to a company that should indicate how the Dow Jones should be behaving and whether the recent rally is true or not. The problem concerning Alcoa however is how the futures market has been reacting over the previous month or so. Possibly, the commodity of aluminum is not affected as other future trading products such as oil or natural gas, but nonetheless aluminum over the past six months has been falling relative to its high prices a few months ago.

Why Do People Trade Options?

If you've been looking at different ways of making money from the stock market, than at some point you'll come across the idea of options. Many people trade options successfully, and it can be a great way to increase your returns once you have some experience in the stock market. But let's look a little more closely at why people find trading options so profitable.

SPX: Pullback and Consolidation

Short-term S&P 500 forecast.

Practical Tips For Successful Stock Trading

The first message a successful businessman will tell you is that any stock trading venture carries potential risk along with potential reward. The trick is to establish if the profit is worth the risk. If it is, it is now time to consider if you are prepared to take the risk. There are some tips you may want to use to assess your trading approach, in order not to fail in stock trading.

Successful Options Trading Strategies

When it comes to giving people the hope of becoming a millionaire overnight, the stock market excels. Every day we see evidence of stocks that have flown upwards as if they had wings, providing investors with a windfall of profits. It's inevitable that catching one of those stocks just before it takes off is an exciting possibility, inspiring the beginning trader to take the plunge.

Tracking Daily Stock Price Volatility

Stock price volatility is one of the most important aspects of studying the market. This article starts a series that will examine theories and assumptions about price volatility.

Predicting Activity After Stock Price Declines

An analysis of how stocks react to large decreases in price of varying degrees. The objective is to determine if there are patterns that can be predicted for investors and traders.

8 Penny Stock Strategies Separating the Gated Community Dweller from a Cardboard Box Beggar

Successful traders know how to invest in penny stocks. Here are 8 penny stock strategies that separate the successful (and rich) traders from the ones who jump in without a clue. Are you using all of these techniques?

An Interesting Approach to the Stock Market

The Investment Club Network truly have an interesting approach to investing in the stock market. They combine the power of clarity that comes from knowledge based decisions with an ability to generate an income regardless of the direction of the market or the companies that they invest in.

How To Win On The Stock Market

I am somebody who loves to invest money on the stock market. Some might see this as a bit of a gamble which in a way it is, there are however certain steps people can take to limit this risk which may well help them to make money.

Ka-ching! Ka-ching!

Putting your 401k in auto-pilot could be the right choice for your retirement. Studies have shown and you can probably attest to the report that most families can’t, don’t, or won’t put enough monies back for their retirement. The sad truth is, two thirds of American workers over 50, have less than $50,000 set aside in their retirement accounts.

Understanding Mutual Funds: Part I

What is a mutual fund? How do they work? How do you choose the best one? This article is the first in a series that will concentrate on what a mutual fund is and the basic types there are to choose from. The following articles will assist you in understanding how they work so you are armed with the knowledge to ask the right questions and make the right decisions.

How Do I Find the Top Mutual Funds?

This article discusses how to choose mutual funds, including how to ensure you're choosing top mutual funds, as well as listing three of the most reputable mutual fund companies.

High Barrier with Low Profit

Conventional wisdom says that when you create a high barrier of entry for your business, it will be harder for new competitors to enter. As a result, your profitability will be high, right? Ehm, you are wrong on this one.

Google: Is it Too Late to Buy?

Google is turning out to be an amazing investment for investors. However, has Google already hit its peak? Read to find out if it is worth investing this late in the game.