Feb 15, 2009 | Investment Basics
Triple Witching Friday…..what a scary term! Is it the day after Halloween? NO. Is it a hazing ritual for a college fraternity? Not even close. Well then, what is it ? It is an event that takes place when stock index futures, stock index options and stock options...
Dec 7, 2008 | Investment Basics
If we were to ask the average investor this question: What does the ticker NYX stand for? The most likely answer would be: The New York Stock Exchange. We would respond: Good answer, but you only get partial credit! The reason for this is that in this global economy...
Nov 23, 2008 | Investment Basics
Generally speaking, the main focus of this column is for Blue Collar Investors to share information that will be useful in generating substantial income into our investment portfolios. In normal market conditions we locate the greatest performing stocks in the...
Nov 1, 2008 | Investment Basics
You’ve screened your stocks both fundamentally and technically. You been diligent to only select equities in the greatest performing industries. Even subtle decisions like factoring in earnings reports and companies that report same store monthly retail sales...
Oct 19, 2008 | Investment Basics
Since I posted the fact that I stopped selling options in this turbulent market but remained invested in stocks, I have received several emails asking about the efficacy of getting into mutual funds until things normalize. The rationale behind these inquiries were...
Oct 12, 2008 | Investment Basics
Once upon a time, there was a great and powerful country called Freemerica. Its people were decent and hardworking and dreamed of one day owning their own home in this leader of all other nations. The people of Freemerica depended on its leaders, President Bungler and...