Looking to the Futures
As the markets head into the Thanksgiving holiday, oil traders are closely watching inventories and OPEC's meeting outcome.
Today's Options Market Update
Stocks are lower following a string of up days as all eyes turn to Nvidia's quarterly earnings report after the bell.
The Truth About Corporate Stock Earnings Estimates
Companies often beat their stock earnings estimates. What gives—and how are traders to respond?
Weekly Trader's Outlook
The bulls continue to control momentum, but the technical set-up plus Nvidia earnings may translate into a bifurcated move next week.
3 Bearish Trading Patterns
Bearish trends can become a concern during a slower economy. Learn how to spot patterns and potentially profit from them.
Identifying Head-and-Shoulders Patterns in Stock Charts
Identifying so-called head-and-shoulders patterns can be tricky.
Ex-Dividend Dates: Understanding Dividend Risk
When holding an in-the-money call option on a stock that's about to pay a dividend, be aware of dividend risks and how they can impact an investment.
The Risks of Options Assignment
Before entering an options trade, traders should consider the possibility of early assignment. Learn more about assignment and how to help reduce the risks associated with it.
Investing Basics: Technical Analysis
Looking to understand how to read stock charts? Start learning the basics of using charts, identifying trends, applying price patterns, and using charting indicators.