Posts by Rick Pendergraft
Too Many Witches
If you’ve spent some time in the investing world, you have probably heard the terms “triple witching” and “quadruple witching.” But that doesn’t mean you know what they are or why they should concern you as an investor.
Read MoreThere Is More to Brazil Than Carnival
As the U.S. economy continues to struggle, investors are looking abroad for investment opportunities. While most of the attention is on China and its growing economy, one of the best opportunities is in the Western Hemisphere.
Read MoreHow to Calculate the Risk/Reward Relationship of a Trade
One of the basics investors need to know when making an investment decision is the risk/reward relationship of the trade. But just because it’s basic and necessary doesn’t mean you know how to calculate one. Today, I’ll show you.
Read MoreIt’s All About Quality Not Quantity
I recently attended an investment conference in California, and it seems I always come back from these things with new ideas to share with you. At this particular event, one of the questions I kept getting was “How often do you trade?”
Read MoreNo Relief in Sight for Rising Food Prices
Food prices are rising as fast as, if not faster than, energy prices. And it doesn’t look like consumers will get relief anytime soon. But if you know where to look, this can be a moneymaking opportunity for you.
Read MoreAn Unhealthy Sector That Could Make Your Portfolio Sick
As a result of the legal issues big-name companies like Pfizer (PFE) and Merck (MRK) have been dealing with, the pharmaceutical sector is among the worst performing sectors so far in 2008.
Read MoreYour Investing Plan for the Next 3 Months
Before you jump into summer trading with both feet, be aware.
Read MoreWhat Does $4 Gas Mean for Your Investments?
According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there were 135,399,945 passenger cars in the United States as of 2006. The owners of all those vehicles have had less money to spend as the price of gas has soared. What impact does this have on the economy – and on your investments? Let’s do the math and find out.
Read MoreCola Wars?
Over the last few months, I have been giving you advice to help you rearrange your portfolio to protect it during these difficult economic times. There is a small sector that I have yet to mention, and that is the soft-drink makers.
Read MoreRunning Out of Bullets
If you hope to make money off the flailing economy, you need to keep your eye on the Fed. Last month, the Fed made another quarter of a point rate cut, bringing the target Fed Funds rate down to 2.25 percent. This makes 3.25 percent the Fed has shaved off the rate since last summer.
Read MoreTwo Different Approaches, Same Results
There are many ways to trade. There are many ways to make money in the market. The key is to find the type of trading that works best for you.
Read MoreThe Weak Dollar and Global ETFs
Can one invest in global or foreign ETFs by using a company like TDAmeritrade – and how do you find the best ones? Are these a good hedge against the falling dollar?
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