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A Better Way To Run Bootstrap Return Tests: Block Resampling
Article By:
James Picerno
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Tuesday, April 19, 2016 8:53 AM EDT
Developing confidence about a portfolio strategy’s track record (or throwing it onto the garbage heap), whether it’s your own design or a third party’s model, is a tricky but essential chore.
In this article: SPX
Gold And Silver Ratio
Video By:
Robert Tovell
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Sunday, April 17, 2016 5:43 PM EDT
A quick look at the Gold and Silver Ratio and its implications.
Want To Retire At Age 90?
Article By:
Wade Slome
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Saturday, April 16, 2016 6:26 PM EDT
If you like the idea of eating catfood or being a Wal-Mart greeter in your golden years, here are some surefire ways to guarantee a no-yield investment strategy.
AskSlim Market Week 04/15/16
Video By:
Steve Miller
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Friday, April 15, 2016 2:00 PM EDT
Trader, analyst and mentor, Steve Miller brings his commentary on the financial markets. Watch Slim as he discusses what influenced the equity markets in the past week, and what might happen in the next week. Video length: 01:08:51.
In this video: OIL, GLD, BHP, CLF, FCX, RIO, VALE, AKS, ATI, NUE, X, SCHN, STLD, JNPR, CIEN, CSCO, USO, DG, DLTR, SPX
5 Careful Ways To Win With Options
Article By:
Kevin Matras
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Friday, April 15, 2016 6:00 AM EDT
Did you know that in spite of all the volatility in the markets as of late (or maybe partly because of it), the growth in options trading has continued to rise?
The Most Memorable Rogue Traders In Recent History
Article By:
EasyMarkets
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Friday, April 15, 2016 5:00 AM EDT
Rogue trading hasn’t been in the spotlight lately, but continues to stir up intrigue and fear in a market where a few individuals can so easily wipe out billions of dollars in the blink of an eye.
Why The Disposition Effect Can Make You Sell The Wrong Stock
Article By:
Douglas Goldstein
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Thursday, April 14, 2016 10:00 PM EDT
If you are thinking of selling an investment, beware of the disposition effect. This occurs when investors hold onto their losing investments for too long and sell their winners too soon.
True Value Wins In The End
Article By:
Kendall J. Anderson
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Thursday, April 14, 2016 2:45 PM EDT
As long as individuals are making the decisions on prices, value investing will still be a valid approach to the selection of securities and portfolio management.
In this article: TGT
Inside The Bubble: The Investment Habits Of The Wealthy Investor
Article By:
AllAboutAlpha
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Thursday, April 14, 2016 1:48 AM EDT
The wealthy have always worn a mantle of mystery. Their investment management activities are no different; most high-net-worth investors employ a professional advisor to stand between them and those who clamor to serve them.
“Supersize” Your Rewards Using This Unique Buy-And-Hold Strategy
Article By:
Money Morning
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Wednesday, April 13, 2016 5:49 AM EDT
Options were created to minimize risk and maximize reward. But options can be tricky due to their short-term nature. Long-Term Equity Anticipation Securities (LEAPS) offer more time (up to two years) until expiration...
Trading 101: How To Short A Stock
Podcast By:
Tracey Ryniec
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Wednesday, April 13, 2016 4:47 AM EDT
I have never shorted an individual stock before so i brought in Jeremy Mullin to discuss the various scenarios that he looks for to create the most favorable short selling conditions. (Audio Length: 00:23:29)
Why Stock Warrants - Why Now?
Article By:
Dudley Pierce Baker
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Wednesday, April 13, 2016 12:31 AM EDT
Stock warrants, what are they? Why would you want to buy stock warrants? How to buy stock warrants?
What Separates Extraordinary Investors From All The Rest?
Article By:
Jesse Felder
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Monday, April 11, 2016 5:07 PM EDT
What separates truly extraordinary investors from all the rest? It’s simple: They are extraordinarily discriminating.
Hedge Funds Miss The Boat Again
Article By:
Charles Mizrahi
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Monday, April 11, 2016 12:26 PM EDT
Hedge funds had another miserable year in 2015. While the S&P 500 index was up 1.2%, the average hedge fund lost 3%.
Understanding Negative Interest Rates
Article By:
Norman Mogil
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Monday, April 11, 2016 11:14 AM EDT
When the central banks of three European countries and the European Central Bank (ECB) itself introduced negative interest rates (NIR) in mid -2014, many considered it be a temporary measure, a new experiment in monetary policy.