Active Trading Articles

Make sure you know the difference between a change in market outlook and short-term recovery.

Find out how this indicator may help improve the average investor's entry and exit points.

The efficient market hypothesis (EMH) suggests that stock prices fully reflect all available information in the market. Is this possible?

Three empirical findings on futures data can help currency traders determine buy and sell points.

Market volatility causes investors to lose confidence, yet history shows that market exposure is the path to returns.

Take advantage of foreign currency markets without stepping out of your house.

The benefits of these securities abound, but high leverage also magnifies potential losses.

Understanding risk tolerance is crucial to the advisor/client relationship and any good investment policy statement.

Comparing stock and bond prices, it's clear that the market is ready for a major pullback.

Options can be an excellent addition to a portfolio. Find out how to get started.

At times of market stress, investors flee from risky assets to investments the safest ones available.

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Avoid unnecesary risks involved in CAPM calculations by also incorporating ICAPM into the mix.

The bear market of 2008 was a game-changer for many investors. Find out what lessons you can take away from it.

Being able to accurately spot the beginning of a bull market can be one of the most lucrative skills around.

It sounds like a great deal for a house, but you may have to sacrifice some of the items on your wish list to get it.

Learn to pounce on the opportunity that arises when other traders run and hide.

Borrowing to increase profits isn't for the faint of heart, but margin trading can mean big returns.

Even if the market is in a decline your portfolio doesn't have to be.

Find out which type of volatility stop fits your trading objectives.

Handy tips to cut the cost of hospital bills, co-pays, prescription drugs and more.

Contrarian investors find value in the worst market conditions. Find out how they do it.

This method can help refine probability estimates using an intuitive process.

Understanding your risk tolerance level can save you a lot of grief and financial instability in the future.

This phenomenon can cause a trader to abandon a proven strategy or risk everything on chance. Find out how to avoid it.

These investments may pose a greater risk, but for brave investors, they're worth the stress.

With regulatory oversight under fire, the smart money might place an inverse bet on the future of these products.

HMOs? PPOs? CDHPs? We'll clear up the confusion so you can find the right coverage.

Get a deeper understanding of the importance of interest rates and what makes them change.

Finding the right position size can minimize loss for a trader. Find out how.

Standing out from the crowd is a must, especially when high unemployment rates make competition fierce.

Are you a bull or a bear? Here are the top five arguments for each side.

Smart investors don't give away more money than necessary in commissions and fees. Find out how to save.

This "set it and forget it" approach to investing is appealing, but it's not the best protection against a bear market.

In an economy rocked by the latest recession, is buy and hold investing still the best strategy?

Learn how to confirm your analysis based on intermarket trends by watching global markets and particular stocks to pinpoint reversals.

This practice puts brokers ahead of their clients, but it doesn't have to be a negative for traders.

Trading through a separate business structure allows active traders access to all of the tax mitigation and asset protection strategies available.

Find out what you can do to prepare and cope in tough economic times.

On July 24, 1970, the United States Congress established Freddie Mac.

Beta is a useful tool for calculating risk, but the formulas provided online aren't specific to you. Learn how to make your own.

Physics uses math to define the laws of the universe; here, we look at what laws explain the financial universe.

These essential tips will get you through the earnings season.

Follow these five tips to get a leg up on rival bargain hunters.

If you do a little sleuthing and stay flexible on which teams to follow, you can still enjoy all the excitement of live sporting events.

The unemployment rate may be high, but that doesn't mean you need to sit on the sidelines. Find out which fields have the most potential.

How much is your morning jolt hurting your wallet? More than half of Americans drink coffee every day, and the costs add up.

This esteemed investor rarely changes his long-term investing strategy, no matter what the market does.

U.S. bailouts date all the way back to 1792. Learn how the biggest ones affected the economy.

The top-down investment strategy depends on economy and market strength. Find out what you should know before jumping in.

Bear markets can terrify even seasoned investors. Learn how to invest safely.

Hyperinflation can make a $1,000 bill look like chump change.

On July, 3, 1884, Dow Jones & Company published its first stock market index.

Understanding the right way to execute an iron condor can increase potential returns and limit risk.

in 1997, the Asian financial crisis gains traction as the Thai baht begins to float.

Playing follow-the-leader in investing can quickly become a dangerous game. Learn how to invest independently and still come out on top.

On this day in 1957, the RFC officially closed its doors.

The iPhone becomes a reality.

Are the markets random or cyclical? It depends on who you ask. Here, we go over both sides of the argument.

On June 26, 1934, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed into law The Federal Credit Union Act

Here we look at some of the landmark incidents of insider trading.

Michael Jackson carried an air of aristocracy even among the most elite celebrities, but although he lived like a king, he died in debt.

Microsoft reorganizes into a privately-held corporation, renaming itself Microsoft Inc.

Knowing when trends are about to reverse is tricky business, but the MACD can help.

Find out where to turn when looking to invest in a tumultuous market.

The futures markets can seem daunting, but these explanations and strategies will help you trade like a pro.

Starting a new job is stressful but you don't need to sweat about setting up a benefits package.

This option trading strategy allows for unlimited profit potential in a given direction while still providing security.

It's hard to keep your emotions in check while you play the stock market, but it will help you make better decisions in the long run.

Troubled economic times, loss of trust in financial institutions, high unemployment, and the need to stimulate the economy, sound familiar?

Use debt securities to attack bankrupt companies and scavenge them for profits.

By making these small changes in your life, you can feel better about your financial situation no matter what the economy does.

The unemployment rate is climbing, but what does it mean?

With the threat of currency devaluation due to government borrowing, the volatility in the value of currencies will continue. How can you take advantage of this?

An underused opportunity provided in an SEC rule can enhance returns and lower risk for spread traders.

With the Senate passing tougher credit card rules, the House likely to follow, and President Obama expected to sign it into law by the end of the month, the pile of credit card debt sitting on your balance sheet might not seem so bad and could possibly be getting better.

From the president to market pundits, everyone is trying to convince investors that all signs are green and it’s time to buy. Is it?

Knowing whether to sell or to hold is tough. And no rule fits all. Find out what to consider.

Take your game theory knowledge to the next level by learning about simultaneous games and the Nash Equilibrium.

Recognizing a market bottom can lead to huge opportunities for an investor. We go over how you can spot the bottom so that you can reap the rewards.

These guiding principles will help you avoid common folly during the decision-making process.

The OTM butterfly spread offers traders three unique advantages, and can lead to consistent profits. Find out how.

This strategy has become one of the most useful tools for spotlighting extreme short-term price moves.

High-dividend stocks make excellent bear market investments, but the payouts aren't a sure thing.

How can you get back into the market to avoid missing market recovery gains? Find out here.

It ensures that you have a realistic outlook, and a solid strategy. We show you why and how.

Increase your annual returns by rebalancing your investments now.

Stay calm, play dead and keep your eyes open for attractive valuations.

Just because a stock is in a slump doesn't mean it's time to sell. Some value managers make a living by investing in "dogs."

The reverse calendar spreads offers a low-risk trading setup that has profit potential in both directions.

Rating systems are a helpful - but not perfect - tool to help you find a winning fund.

There are several simple strategies you can use to protect yourself from downside risk.

Riding the bubble takes timing, a clear understanding of the market and, most of all, a lot of luck.

If your investment strategy is avoidance, the consequences can be scary.

How did America's strong economy tumble so quickly? Find out here.

Flexible and cost efficient, options are more popular than ever. Find out why.

With options, the direction of a stock's next major move becomes less important than its magnitude.