Category Archives: Educational

The current markets are a gold opportunity.

Posted on August 4, 2011 by admin

To most average investors, the current markets may be scary.  One word comes to my mind that many investment authors may use to describe the current market condition: “capitulation”.  Capitulation basically described the knee jerk reaction that most average investors … Continue reading →

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How my other positions are faring in this volatile market.

Posted on June 19, 2011 by admin

I have BIDU, CRM, FFIV, PCLN, LVS, OPEN, SLW and MCP in my holdings.  I already discussed about OPEN, SLW and a portion of my FFIV holdings.  Here is how my other positions are doing.  BIDU, CRM and PCLN and … Continue reading →

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CRM: I rolled up my short options for more time value.

Posted on May 20, 2011 by admin

CRM reported good earnings.  My covered call (short May 21 $125 call) is due today.  CRM is a good stock with good time value and I want to keep it.  So I bought back the call (strike 125) and sold … Continue reading →

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Option Basics

Posted on April 27, 2011 by admin

To learn the basics about option trading, read the following sites: www.Investopedia.com (1st choice for definition of various terms and concepts). www.Schaeffersresearch.com www.CBOE.com

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How to Monitor Market Conditions

Posted on April 27, 2011 by admin

MUST Read: ChartAdvisor.com.  This site publishes a weekly Market Summary on Friday.  An excellent chart pattern analysis site, it gives a good reading on the market condition.  I use this to help gauge my trades.  If one reviews the Market … Continue reading →

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