Archives for: May 2007

Wachovia to buy A.G. Edwards


31st May 2007
Wachovia will buy the brokerage for $6.8 billion to create the No. 2 retail brokerage in the U.S. Motorola will cut more jobs. Costcos profit falls.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasWeek 1 | Stop the Guessing Game and Start to Make Rea… more »

31 May 2007 10:25:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


31st May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  OPTM 1789%  13.65% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeFTSE Closes Strongl… more »

31 May 2007 10:25:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


31st May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  CIEN 1052%  32.53% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeShares closed higher |… more »

How Boeings jumbo gamble could pay off


31st May 2007
Ive become a believer in Boeing, which has taken $80 billion in orders for its risk-it-all commercial jet, the Dreamliner 787. Boeing stock should fly up to $135 a share over the next 18 months.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE lo… more »

The stock markets more important record


31st May 2007
The S&P 500s all-time high close Wednesday is a vote on the health of the economy and a powerful signal that of the strength of energy, raw materials and related stocks.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE closes strongly | FTSE high… more »

Stocks see a day for the record books


31st May 2007
The Dow and the S&P 500 set new highs as traders expect the Federal Reserve to cut rates this year -- ahead of an economic pickup in 2008. Markets weather a 6.5% decline in Chinas stock market.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasStock Ma… more »

30 May 2007 11:05:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


30th May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  SOLF 532%  10.06% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeThe Portfolio | 30 M… more »

30 May 2007 11:05:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


30th May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  CDWC 1568%  85.64% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeThe new era of tech inv… more »

Keep your eye on airlines, gold


30th May 2007
If youre looking to add some beaten-up stocks to your portfolio, I suggest looking at the airline and gold groups.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE higher at midday | Invest in shipwrecks and dead bodies | FTSE closed lower more »

Happy customers, good stocks


30th May 2007
Companies with the most-satisfied customers have dwarfed the S&P 500 Indexs gains over several years, according to two studies. This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE on a high | 23 May 2007 16:00:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume… more »

In-store clinics boost Wal-Marts health


30th May 2007
Keeping its lower-income clientele out of the emergency room is part of the retail giants prescription for a more wholesome bottom line.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasValueClick 1 of 10 stocks for right now | A Beginners Guide To Tr… more »

Crude oil tumbles, but stocks struggle


30th May 2007
Easing Nigerian tensions push crude lower, and oil shares fall back. The Dow and S&P 500 struggle to small gains despite several deals. Tech shares rise on takeover speculation. Interest rates continue to push higher.This article is courtesy of MSN Money… more »

Wachovia 1 of 10 stocks for right now


30th May 2007
The nations fourth-biggest bank in terms of assets appears on an MSN Money list of stocks poised for gains. Here are StockScouters top investment ideas.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing Ideas3 hot sectors where shares are scarce | Shopping,… more »

Why flights are getting longer


29th May 2007
Congestion at airports and in the sky is causing airlines to incorporate delays into their schedules. The cost to consumers and the carriers is high, and relief is slow in coming.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasNabors Industries amon… more »

Even big-money tigers are scared of stocks


29th May 2007
The little-known Tiger 21 is an exclusive investment club whose 130 members -- average portfolio: $50 million -- are not exactly shunning equities but definitely are proceeding with caution.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasBig caps ar… more »

Chinas Olympian stock-market sprint


29th May 2007
Current thinking is that Chinese markets will rally at a furious pace through the 2008 Summer Olympics -- and then investors should take the money and run. Dont bet your gold medal that strategy will work.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing I… more »

Stocks end higher as Coca-Cola joins deal game


26th May 2007
The soft-drink makers $4.1 billion acquisition of Vitaminwaters parent wins kudos. Stocks recover most -- but not all -- of Thursdays declines. Economic reports will dominate next weeks markets. Markets will be closed Monday for Memorial Day.This article… more »

Put Jubaks Picks to work for you


26th May 2007
Jim Jubaks showcase portfolio has handily beaten the market over time. But how do you start using it now? Heres how to pick your seat when boarding this bandwagon.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing Ideas10 big stocks for the large-cap rally… more »

Men in their 30s lag behind fathers in pay


25th May 2007
Theres been an interruption of the up escalator that traditionally has lifted successive generations to new financial heights, researchers report.   This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE higher helped by CSR | The best ways to inves… more »

Jubaks Picks at 10: New tricks for a new market


25th May 2007
Its the 10th anniversary of Jubaks Picks, and Ive learned a few new tools and tricks along the way.  Heres a look ahead at the challenges of the next decade -- and how Ill use what Ive learned to forge ahead.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investin… more »

10 big stocks for the large-cap rally


25th May 2007
Large-capitalization stocks have been outperforming the market. Heres how I used MSN Moneys stock screener to sort out the best of this breed.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE gains at midday | Margin Trading | Interest rates on h… more »

Biotechs can reward the daring


25th May 2007
This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE down at close | Crude oil futures | Hidden Investment Risks more »

Rate jitters, tech woes slam stocks


25th May 2007
Stocks tumble after a better-than-expected housing report boosts interest rates. Techs swoon on bearish guidance from Network Appliance. Is Micron Technology on the block? Gas prices hit a record high for the 12th day in a row.This article is courtesy of… more »

ValueClick 1 of 10 stocks for right now


25th May 2007
The provider of online marketing services appears on an MSN Money list of stocks poised for gains. Here are StockScouters top investment ideas.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing Ideas23 May 2007 15:35:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume |… more »

24 May 2007 17:20:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


24th May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  SAFM 979%  39.31% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeThe utility rally co… more »

24 May 2007 17:20:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


24th May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  CYPB 515%  17.32% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE Thursday lunchtime… more »

Invest in shipwrecks and dead bodies


24th May 2007
Odyssey Marine and Premier Exhibitions arent household names, but thanks to some macabre moneymakers, these small stocks are soaring.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasMargin Trading (Part 4) | Margin Trading (Part 3) | FTSE 7000? more »

The truth behind those $#@*!# gas prices


24th May 2007
Dont pin it on the oil companies. Heres whats really going on, where to place your outrage and how investors can make a buck.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE on the up | Margin Trading | Best Stock Market Simulation Games by: sco… more »

The cheapest stocks in a decade


24th May 2007
Theres still a ton of money on the sidelines or in overseas investments, but money probably will come back to the U.S. market soon -- first in dribs and drabs, then in a tidal wave.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE lower again | H… more »

Stocks fall back on Greenspans China warning


24th May 2007
The former Fed chairman sees a dramatic contraction coming for Chinas stocks. The S&P 500 fails again to close above its 2000 high. Alcoa and Alcan shares jump on takeover speculation.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE Thursday lun… more »

Summer warning: Gas pains ahead


24th May 2007
Pump prices have been surging to new levels, and although that isnt likely to keep Americans off the roads during the holiday weekend, experts say the economy could start feeling the heat.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasWhy I Like Pe… more »

Nabors Industries among 10 stocks for right now


24th May 2007
The worlds biggest onshore driller for oil and gas appears on an MSN Money list of stocks poised for gains. Here are StockScouters top investment ideas.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE gains ground at midday | FTSE up!!!!! | Shar… more »

23 May 2007 16:00:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


23rd May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  NWEC 937%  32.93% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeFTSE falling | FTSE… more »

23 May 2007 16:00:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


23rd May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  CYPB 4137%  16.37% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeBest Stock Market Simul… more »

23 May 2007 15:35:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


23rd May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  NWEC 918%  33.04% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeWeek 3 | Shares clos… more »

23 May 2007 15:35:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


23rd May 2007
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  CYPB 4056%  16.44% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeShares extended losses… more »

Stocks that protect your money


23rd May 2007
Companies that work to keep cyberthieves away from your digital data -- and your cash -- are growing rapidly. Here are a few of the front-runners.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasBest Stock Market Simulation Games by: scott morri... |… more »

Alcan spurns, and may bid for, Alcoa


23rd May 2007
Alcans rejection of a $27 billion bid from its big rival sets the stage for a messy takeover fight. The S&P 500 fails again to set a new high, and stocks end flat. MGM Mirage shares jump on speculation Kerkorian might sell out.This article is courtesy of… more »

What is Stock Market Investment And How Does It Work?


23rd May 2007
Written by: Bernie Wiemers People hear about the stock market every day. Each time the stock market hits a new high, or… more »

Margin Trading


23rd May 2007
Source: http://www.investopedia.comWhat is Margin Trading?Imagine this:youre sitting at the blackjack table and the dealer throws you an ace. Youd love to increase your bet, but youre a little short on cash. Luckily, your friend offers to spot you $50 an… more »

Stock Market Scams And How To Avoid Them


23rd May 2007
With all the prices going high these days, people would instantly grab the opportunity on anything that will make them earn money. And this is basically where fraudulent people take advantage of.Today, there are many scams as there are starts in the sky.… more »

Great stock market tips


23rd May 2007
Planning to go into stock market investment? Here are some general tips to live by.1. Understand the basics of economics. The stock market follows the laws of economics, particularly the law of supply and demand. If there is a greater demand for the stoc… more »

Margin Trading - part2


23rd May 2007
The AdvantagesWhy use margin?Its all about leverage. Just as companies borrow money to invest in projects, investors can borrow money and leverage the cash they invest. Leverage amplifies every point that a stock goes up. If you pick the right investment… more »

Margin Trading (Part 3)


23rd May 2007
Margin Trading: The RisksIt should be clear by now that margin accounts are risky and not for all investors. Leverage is a double-edged sword, amplifying losses and gains to the same degree. In fact, one of the definitions of risk is the degree that an a… more »

Margin Trading (Part 4)


23rd May 2007
Margin Trading: ConclusionHeres the bottom line on margin trading:You are more likely to lose lots of money (or make lots of money) when you invest on margin. Now lets recap other key points in this tutorial:Buying on margin is borrowing money from a bro… more »

The Different Types of Stock Markets


23rd May 2007
There are many different stock markets in the US. In most circumstances, the main markets that you will hear of are the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) and the NASDAQ.The markets are basically where people and companies… more »

Evaluating Your Financial Position When Preparing To Invest


23rd May 2007
By: Jimmy Cox One point should be made clear at the outset: you dont have to be wealthy to invest. Among outsiders you can hear it said that stock ownership is a rich mans game. This can mean any of several things: that the market is too complicated… more »

A Beginners Guide To Trading Stock Online


23rd May 2007
by: Jason DaviesSo You Want To Buy Or Trade Shares? The first thing you need to do if you are online, is check out online brokers such as TD Waterhouse or E-Trade. Opening an account is normally free, and once it is opened you can deposit money into your… more »

How To Buy Stock Online


23rd May 2007
By: Sammy Kay When it comes to the stock market, anything can happen. An ever-changing and sometimes volatile world of finance, the stock market offers several choices when it comes to investing within its walls - conservative, long term investing in… more »

How To Make Money With A Simple Website About Land Investment


23rd May 2007
By: Tuks Engineer As Mark Twain himself said Buy land â“ theyve stopped making it .Here are some powerful reasons why you should set-up your own land investment website:· In the United Kingdom alone there is a MAJOR shortage of affordable housing a… more »

Online information about stock trading


23rd May 2007
By: KenWilson Stocks and stock trading have been around for many years. There are different methods to enter a stock market and exchange shares. The Internet has allowed the further spreading of this powerful economic sector, helping people to receiv… more »

Build the Nest Early and Retire At 50


23rd May 2007
By: Wain Roy Investments are the rose-beds for old age. So it is imperative that you invest and ensure a comfortable future, after you retire. But investment involves a lot of strategy and planning. A smart investor would know what to invest, where t… more »

Stop the Guessing Game and Start to Make Real Profits


23rd May 2007
By: Peter Woodhead Be one of the few private investors who actually take the trouble to learn how the markets really work.What you always need to remember is that the market is always right. Not sometimes. Not maybe. But ALWAYS.It does not matter wha… more »

Why I Like Penny Stocks


23rd May 2007
By: Jim Pretin Most people consider penny stocks to be a poor investment. I, on the other hand, think that investing in a penny stock before that company becomes profitable company is the best way to invest, because you can make a lot more money with… more »

What is the Difference Between Trading a Stock and...


23rd May 2007
What is the Difference Between Trading a Stock and Trading a Stock Option When buying shares, ask yourself, would you buy the whole company? -Rene RivkinStock and stock options are terms which are commonly used interchangeably. However, they… more »

Best Stock Market Simulation Games by: scott morri...


23rd May 2007
Best Stock Market Simulation Gamesby: scott morrisA stock market simulation game is a great way to practice your investment skills before actually investing any "real" money in the stock market. Simulation games are usually played on the internet, where… more »

Stocks Versus Bonds


23rd May 2007
By: John Morris The main difference between a stock and a bond is that stock gives you part ownership in a company whereas bonds are loans made by an investor. Rather than benefiting from company profits the way that stock holders do, bond holders re… more »

SNV - Santova Logistics Limited - Trading Update...


23rd May 2007
SNV - Santova Logistics Limited - Trading Update SNV - Santova Logistics Limited - Trading Update. Sharenet JSE Stock Exchange News... - http://www.sharenet.co.za/ Sinking Real Estate Means Rising Stocks! by Victor Niederhoffer ... By admin One up, t… more »

Penny Stock Exchanges OTCBB and Pink Sheets


23rd May 2007
By: Christopher Smith Most people think of the major stock exchanges when trading stocks comes to mind. The New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), the National Association of Securities Dealers Automated Quotations (NASDAQ), and the American Stock Exchange… more »

Hidden Investment Risks


23rd May 2007
By: Max NgFinancial education plays an important role in my life. Ever since I have realized that it is important to make money work harder for me, I have been constantly reading and learning about financial education. With the new knowledge that I have… more »

Making sense of the biotech rumor mill


22nd May 2007
Dont be tempted to "lock in profits" on Elans recent bump. There could be bigger gains ahead.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE 7000? | UK interest rates on hold | Week 2 more »

Striving to stay with the sizzle


22nd May 2007
Two new sector-rotation ETFs are designed to always be in whatever is hot. Right now, thats working for them, but only time and the market will tell.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE down again | A stock is chosen | Stock Market S… more »

3 hot sectors where shares are scarce


22nd May 2007
Buyouts and buybacks have limited the number of companies and shares that can be bought and sold. Here are three sectors where that means higher stock prices -- and three picks to profit from it.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE g… more »

S&P 500 just misses a record


22nd May 2007
The broad-based market index nearly breaks its March 2000 high, but stocks end the day basically flat. Alltel will go private for $27.5 billion. Amazon jumps more than 7.5% on an upgrade. China buys into U.S. private-equity firm Blackstone.This article i… more »

Wal-Marts fashion faux pas


21st May 2007
The discount retailer has sustained another setback in its bid to sell higher-end womens apparel. The latest miscue could suppress profits through the summer. This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE falling | Oil hits new highs! | Wol… more »

Ignoring the lessons of 1929


21st May 2007
The similarities of the lead-up to the great market crash to todays economic environment are obvious. Dont say you werent warned.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumePenny Stock Exchanges OTCBB and Pink Sheets | Wal-Marts fashion faux p… more »

The best ways to invest in Europe


21st May 2007
The continent is booming, but European stocks still generally look cheaper than their U.S. counterparts. Plus, for U.S. investors, the dollars decline has amplified European equity returns.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeMonetary P… more »

The utility rally could end soon


21st May 2007
 Always pay attention to the dividends.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE down on Friday | FTSE down again | When a post is not a post more »

Microsofts big deal pushes stocks higher


19th May 2007
Deal frenzy helps the Dow to its first close above 13,500. Microsoft will spent $6 billion to buy digital-media company aQuantive. Big profits are made from trading aQuantive options. General Electric is reportedly close to selling its plastics business.… more »

Profit from the buyout frenzy


18th May 2007
The zeal for acquisitions in the high tech and financial sectors has not waned. Which company will get in on the action next?This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeShares lose early gains | Making sense of the biotech rumor mill | Blood b… more »

Best of the Dow? Wright rides with Merck


18th May 2007
This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE slightly up | Crude futures $75 | Crude oil futures more »

Why investing is safer overseas


18th May 2007
With U.S. markets growing more risky and global markets looking safer every year, savvy investors need to recalibrate their views. Heres how to assess the new world order.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE Thursday lunchtime | A… more »

10 great dividend-paying stocks


17th May 2007
MSN Money identifies companies that pay shareholders a portion of their profits in the form of a regular dividend.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeMargin Trading (Part 3) | FTSE closes strongly | FTSE closes lower again more »

Bernanke: Dont sweat the subprime mess


17th May 2007
The Fed chief sees a stable economy despite rising subprime mortgage defaults. The Dow takes it easy after a big day yesterday. J.C. Penney shares jump on a profit gain. Toyota introduces its first luxury hybrid. Gasoline supply worries push crude oil ov… more »

Time to load up on container ship stocks


17th May 2007
The booming global economy relies on container shipping, which is in high demand and short supply. Here are two shipping stocks that can deliver capital appreciation and dividend income.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeA Beginners… more »

Dow jumps 104 on billionaires buys


17th May 2007
Warren Buffett, George Soros, Carl Icahn and Edward Lampert take positions or add to stakes in big companies. Hewlett-Packard rises after hours on strong earnings. A report on building permits warns more housing weakness is ahead. Bausch & Lomb is going… more »

The Chrysler deal: Why it might work


17th May 2007
The Cerberus offer marks the confluence of a trends that are transforming global capitalism. Here are five takeaways from the deal.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeWhy investing is safer overseas | Why I Like Penny Stocks | FTSE d… more »

A new wave of insider trading


16th May 2007
Some high-profile professionals -- lawyers, investment bankers and traders -- have admitted or are accused of scheming to grab illegal profits. A spike in takeover bids is driving the trend.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeFTSE hi… more »

Dows big gain nearly fizzles out


16th May 2007
The blue-chip index still closes at a new high, but the market is starting to show signs of peaking after its big run-up since March. Home Depot and Wal-Mart profits disappoint. Limited Brands slashes its guidance.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down… more »

Big caps are all the rage


15th May 2007
Shunned for several years, big-capitalization domestic stocks have surged in the past couple of months as investors hedge against a slowing economy by looking for growth investments.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE on a high | FT… more »

The new era of tech investing


15th May 2007
Times have changed, and investors need to change with them. Companies that control the technology needed to produce energy are the Microsofts and Intels of today.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeBest Stock Market Simulation Games… more »

Shopping, loans and booze


15th May 2007
Buy Bon-Ton Stores, First Cash Financial and Central European Distribution.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeThe truth behind those $#@*!# gas prices | UK interest rates on hold | FTSE higher at midday more »

Dont hang up on Motorola yet


15th May 2007
The No. 2 cell-phone maker has stumbled badly, with a race for market share undermining profits. But the stock could be a good deal for aggressive investors.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasFTSE higher helped by CSR | FTSE down and un… more »

GM helps boost the Dow


15th May 2007
But stocks overall are lower despite Daimlers sale of Chrysler to Cerberus Capital. Worries about U.S. growth plus tech weakness and higher oil prices weigh on the market. Mylan Labs is buying the German Mercks generic-drug business. Wal-Mart reports fir… more »

Chrysler sold to Cerberus for $7.4B


15th May 2007
The private-equity firm wins the bidding for the ailing U.S. auto maker.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasShares lose early gains | The Portfolio | Why investing is safer overseas more »

3 investment urges to avoid


14th May 2007
Behavioral-finance studies show how common investor psychology often leads to lousy decisions. Those findings can help you bury the instincts that cost you money.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE Firm at Midday | FTSE down | Mar… more »

See no evil market avoids the facts


14th May 2007
All evidence points to a consumer-driven recession, but the market bulls insist on finding sunshine in the darkest cloud.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE higher helped by CSR | FTSE down at close | Week 3 more »

Dow powers to 111-point gain


12th May 2007
Benign inflation data help traders shrug off Thursdays big loss. Wal-Mart earnings and a Consumer Price Index report will attract big market attention next week, but, as one trader said, "The path to least resistance is up."This article is courtesy of St… more »

Gold stocks start to shine


11th May 2007
There are several signs that investing in gold-related stocks may be a smart move now. Heres why and how to profit from the shifting market.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeStocks that protect your money | Shares lower in midday tra… more »