Kroger Is Recession-Proof: Buy High-Demand, High-Value Stock Now
If you’re thinking of buying a recession-proof stock, look no further than Kroger Co. (NYSE: ). Companies that specialize in items such as food and utilities will always be in demand, no matter how high the prices of those goods get. I’m...
Boris Johnson’s “Drinks Party” Looks Bullish
While U.S. voters complain about vaccine mandates and inflation, voters in the U.K. complain about their prime minister’s partying. U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson stands accused of “breaking COVID laws amid numerous allegations of parties and gatherings that were...
Higher Interest Rates = Bank Stock Buying Opportunity
A perfect storm is brewing for bank stocks. The threat of higher interest rates is hammering growth stocks. The tech- and growth-heavy Nasdaq lost 2.5% on Thursday after Federal Reserve officials hinted that the first of many rate hikes could come in March. We haven’t...
Trade Value’s Big Comeback With One Bullish Energy Co.
I’m a child of the ‘80s. I still remember the iconic Miller Lite beer commercials in which rival crowds would insist the beer either “tastes great!” or is “less filling!” They looked like two armies ready to go to war! The investing world can feel like that sometimes....
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Don’t Let Inflation Crush Your Retirement
You can almost ignore inflation when it runs at 2%. Sure, it’s insidious. It will sneak up on you and, over time, that 2% will compound and erode your purchasing power. But 2% inflation is what the Federal Reserve wants. It’s most consistent with the Fed’s other goals...
Kroger Is Recession-Proof: Buy High-Demand, High-Value Stock Now
If you’re thinking of buying a recession-proof stock, look no further than Kroger Co. (NYSE: ). Companies that specialize in items such as food and utilities will always be in demand, no matter how high the prices of those goods get. I’m...
Higher Interest Rates = Bank Stock Buying Opportunity
A perfect storm is brewing for bank stocks. The threat of higher interest rates is hammering growth stocks. The tech- and growth-heavy Nasdaq lost 2.5% on Thursday after Federal Reserve officials hinted that the first of many rate hikes could come in March. We haven’t...
Trade Value’s Big Comeback With One Bullish Energy Co.
I’m a child of the ‘80s. I still remember the iconic Miller Lite beer commercials in which rival crowds would insist the beer either “tastes great!” or is “less filling!” They looked like two armies ready to go to war! The investing world can feel like that sometimes....
2 Trending Stocks Brace for Earnings (AA & CSX Analysis)
This week, we have two stocks that are in uptrends, but earnings can always be the disruptor. Aluminum giant Alcoa Corp. (NYSE: ) and leading rail company CSX Corp. (Nasdaq: ) are set to report quarterly...
Bitcoin’s 35% Rout Triggers Top DeFi Play
It’s tough to stomach a 35% drop in any asset. In the fourth quarter of 2021, bitcoin — the most popular cryptocurrency — hit a record value of more than $68,000 per coin. It rocketed to that valuation in just 12 years. That’s impressive! But the last two months...
Need an Inflation Trade After 7% Shock? One Fund Likes Rising Prices
Inflation news is unsettling for any American — even more so for those living off their investments. The topic dominated the financial news last year, and I see no immediate signs that it won’t do the same in 2022. Just this week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics...
Money Moves Confessional: Why I Own A Toyota
I have a confession to make… As both a proud Michigander and a loyal American, I might have committed a sin so horrifying that I need to confess it to someone. I own a Toyota. I know, the horror! Toyota is a foreign car company, and last year it beat out General...
What To Expect After A NASDAQ Correction
The NASDAQ Composite just logged its 66th correction in 50 years. History shows us that changes always happen soon after...so here’s what to expect. Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!! Do you hear that growl? I sure do…and it’s not a dog or even an angry honey badger. It’s a...
Ethereum Vs. Solana: A Crypto War Is Brewing
Considered the #2 cryptocurrency on the planet, Ethereum has been making a killing in the NFT market…but Solana is starting to catch up! You ever noticed how the people that say, “I hate drama” are the very ones who attract and create drama? I guarantee you, if you...
Ford Makes A KILLING From EVs
With electric vehicle companies like Rivian starting to carve out a chunk of the automotive industry, the Big Boys are getting in on the action–but not in the way you might think! Do you own an electric vehicle? If you don’t, would you ever buy one? See, I really...
“Batten Down The Hatches!” How To Prepare For A Recession
Like a building storm, a massive recession may be gathering on the horizon–and this is how a savvy investor can prepare for it! When you live in Florida for long enough, you get a feeling about when the weather's going to change. Here in the Sunshine State, it could...
Oil Prices Spike To Highest Level In Seven Years! Take Advantage With THIS Stock
If you hadn't noticed, oil prices are high. “No duh, Ryan,” you are likely saying to yourself. This is the top-notch economic analysis I get paid for. You’re welcome. As of this writing, oil is up to $85, due in part to a bombing in the United Arab Emirates, but...
A “Green” 28,000% Crypto Play?
Believe it or not - one of the unspoken secrets about Blockchain is that it’s absolutely TERRIBLE for the environment. This play could change that! When I was a kid - there was a commercial that used to play all the time… It showed a Native American canoeing through...
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In Volatile Markets, Use Volatile Tools
Stocks are off to a rocky start this year. The general trend points down. While that can be discouraging, it’s important to recognize that down markets tend to be volatile. The upside of volatility is that there are short-term trading opportunities. Trading is...
Virginia Traffic Jam — A Cautionary Tale on Infrastructure
As snow fell in Virginia last week, traffic slowed. That’s not unusual. If you’ve ever driven in Virginia, you know traffic slows when it snows, rains or if the sun is in the wrong spot. But this time was different. Traffic soon stopped along a 50-mile stretch of...
Ignore the Experts on Emerging Markets
Economists suffer from physics envy. They build complex mathematical models to explain how the economy works rather than seek to understand how real people react to the economy. This creates opportunities for investors. Economists at the International Monetary Fund...
Supply Chain Relief Is Bullish for Stocks
Every month, the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) provides a glimpse into the manufacturing front line. ISM surveys supply managers — one of the most important positions in manufacturing. Their job ensures there are enough raw materials to meet customer demand....
Italian Rates Show That Nothing Matters to Traders
Inflation is almost 7%, while 10-year Treasury notes yield 1.5%. That implies investors are losing more than 5% a year to inflation. Many argue that’s an oversimplification. It’s technically true if inflation stays at 6.9% for 10 years. But, the argument goes,...
A Top Economic Trend for 2022 + How to Trade Around It
As we approach the new year, economists question whether the trend in economic growth can continue. Many have stopped questioning whether the trend in inflation can continue. After all, the Federal Reserve assured us earlier this month there’s a plan for inflation....
Will the Fed’s Interest Rate Hikes Fight Off Another Recession?
The big news last week was that the Federal Reserve plans to raise interest rates next year. There may be three or four rate hikes by the end of 2022. As Fed Chair Jerome Powell talked about the rate hikes last Wednesday, the yield on 10-year Treasury notes was about...
Boris Johnson’s “Drinks Party” Looks Bullish
While U.S. voters complain about vaccine mandates and inflation, voters in the U.K. complain about their prime minister’s partying. U.K. Prime Minister Boris Johnson stands accused of “breaking COVID laws amid numerous allegations of parties and gatherings that were...
The Truth About the Devastating Nasdaq Rout
“Number of Nasdaq Stocks Down 50% or More Is Almost at a Record.” That’s the headline Yahoo went with for a recent Bloomberg chart and article. About 40% of the stocks included in the Nasdaq Composite are trading at least 50% below their 52-week high — similar to the...
Green Energy Is Too Big to Ignore in 2022
I’m a trader. I’m all about building systems and then watching them work in the wild. I love the intellectual rigor and — naturally — the profits that result. Not every trade works out, of course, just as even Steph Curry misses the occasional 3-pointer! But trading…...
Top-Rated Smart Tech Stock to Buy for 2022
Adam, Charles and I are big on smart technology. Adam and I even talked about artificial intelligence and smart tech in a recent Ask Adam Anything video, where Adam outlined his five megatrends for next year and beyond. (You can check out that video here.) Smart tech...
Now It’s Time for the Fed to Follow Through
Finally, the Federal Reserve is taking inflation seriously. Policymakers announced last week that they expect to raise interest rates at least three times next year. This is a major change from September’s meeting, when a majority of the officials didn’t expect to...
There’s a Stealth Bear Market Underway
Managing Editor’s Note: Amber Hestla is the new senior analyst on the True Options Masters team. Each week, she will highlight moves that we should all be paying attention to as investors. If you’d like more insights from Amber, click here to sign up for the free True...
2022 Market Prediction: Inflation’s Next Big Move
Inflation was the wrecking ball in 2021. Will it continue in 2022? It has a lot of people worried. It dominates headlines. You feel it in your wallet. It’s kept the Federal Reserve and politicians on edge. We see it everywhere. And it’s driving my big market...