Nicholas Vardy
Keeping an Eye on Emerging Markets
Last week was a big one for global stock markets, with the Dow Jones up 2.20%, the S&P 500 gaining 2.67% and the NASDAQ jumping 2.76%. The MCSI Emerging Markets Index had one of its best weeks in recent memory as it soared 9.18%. Big gainers in your Bull Market Alert portfolio included Skyworks Solutions […]
Booking 76% Gain in Oil Options
With your Phillips 66 (PSX) March $80 calls (PSX160318C00080000) trading up at $6.00, sell your options at market today to lock in these 76% gains.
Buying a Seven-Strategy Alpha Algorithm All-Star
It is rare that any stock attracts the attention of seven different Alpha Algorithm strategies. But this week’s Alpha Algorithm recommendation fits just that bill. Memphis-based AutoZone, Inc. (AZO) sells and distributes automotive replacement parts and accessories. AutoZone’s earnings per share (EPS) have grown by double-digit percentages for 38 consecutive quarters. EPS has been driven […]
Markets Bounce Strongly as Sentiment Improves
It was a strong week in stock markets this week, with the Dow Jones up 2.64%, the S&P 500 jumping 2.97% and NASDAQ rising 4.13%. The MCSI Emerging Markets Index soared 3.53%. Big gainers in your Alpha Investor Letter portfolio included PayPal Holdings (PYPL), which rocketed 10.63%, PureFunds ISE Cyber Security ETF (HACK), which rose […]
Why Most Statistics Are Misguided, Misapplied or Outright Lies
Global investing expert Nicholas Vardy discusses the effects of misleading and poorly used statistics.
Lock in a Double-Digit Percentage Profit as Markets Consolidate Gains
It was yet another solid week in the markets, with the Dow Jones up 1.51%, the S&P 500 rising 1.58% and the NASDAQ gaining 1.91%. The MCSI Emerging Markets Index, however, fell 0.60%. Big gainers in your portfolio included Skyworks Solutions (SWKS), which rose 2.97%, Kinder Morgan (KMI), which gained 2.25%, and the Direxion Daily […]