Archives for: January 2008

JPMorgan offsets Intels bad news


16th January 2008
The banking giant doesnt shock Wall Street with awful earnings, and the stock is giving the Dow some strength. Intel is off 12% and dragging tech stocks lower. Consumer inflation in 2007 is the worst in 17 years. Crude oil flirts with $90.This article is… more »

16 Jan 2008 15:19:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual Volume


16th January 2008
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Down Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  SGMS 2554%  19.67% This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeHome-supply glut pu… more »

16 Jan 2008 15:19:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume


16th January 2008
  Intraday Unusual Volume - Top 5 Up Symbol Volume %Change Price %Change News  BEAS 2221%  18.52% This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeWhat recession? This bu… more »

Find tomorrows titans today


16th January 2008
A monstrously successful company or two is all it takes to establish a winning portfolio. The CAPS ratings help investors identify stocks with mammoth potential.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasDow up 143, ends best week since April |… more »

School stocks that win when jobs go bad


16th January 2008
For-profit education companies can do well as the economy weakens and unemployed and underemployed Americans seek training. Here are four plays on that trend.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasBlood bath | Gold stocks start to shine | D… more »

2 ways to invest in commodities


16th January 2008
Even those with relatively small nest eggs can put something in the commodity -- or quasi-commodity -- basket. Research suggests it offers more reward than risk.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasWhos to blame for the mortgage mess? | T… more »

Highflying stocks with room to rise


16th January 2008
I used an investment screen to find proven winners that seem to have upward momentum. If you think nothing succeeds like success, read on.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasReal-estate investors 10 big mistakes | Rate and inflation fear… more »

Citis big loss, weak retail sales batter stocks


16th January 2008
The Dow falls 277 points and will face more pressure Wednesday because of disappointing Intel earnings. Citigroup writes off billions, cuts its dividend and raises new capital. Boeings 787 may face more delays. Apple unveils the worlds thinnest notebook.… more »

Bank of Americas risky bet


16th January 2008
In taking over deeply troubled lender Countrywide Financial, the nations biggest bank is wagering $4 billion that the US housing market is near a turnaround. But on Wall Street, that seems like a roll of the dice.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Inv… more »

The surprise about Apple


16th January 2008
The Macworld Conference & Expo used to be filled with announcements that had observers gasping. But the surprises at this years event were in the details.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasThe stock markets more important record | Grab… more »

Is a gem hiding in your 401(k)?


15th January 2008
American Century Heritage mined midcaps for a 45% gain last year. I found it hidden in a 401(k) under an assumed name; you might, too. But outside a retirement plan, it may be too costly.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE down ag… more »

The Mutual Fund Hall of Shame


15th January 2008
Big losers all, these 10 funds managed meager or negative returns even in the best of times. Heres what went wrong and how you can spot funds likely to perform badly.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasIgnore the chatter; oil is still No… more »

Out of the spotlight, solar will thrive


15th January 2008
A US energy policy that largely ignores solar power will, ironically, help the sector by giving it time to catch up with demand. Thats good for investors, too.This article is courtesy of MSN Money Investing IdeasThe new era of tech investing | Gold stock… more »

Dow jumps 172 on IBMs strong earnings


15th January 2008
Big Blues earnings boost tech stocks and the overall market. Citigroup may write down $24 billion and cut its dividend 50%. Schering-Plough and Merck fall on bad news about cholesterol drugs Vitorin and Zetia. Gold closes above $900 for the first time.Th… more »

Chesapeake Energy among 10 hot stocks


15th January 2008
One of the nations biggest natural-gas producers tops an MSN Money list of stocks poised to appreciate. Here are StockScouters top picks.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE on the up | 17 Oct 2007 16:00:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on U… more »

Gold jumps above $900 again


14th January 2008
The precious metal hits a closing high of $903.40. Economic uncertainty, global demand and inflation fears have been pushing the metal higher. $1,000 an ounce may not be far off.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeHousing worries clobb… more »

Chipotle adds Mexican spice to fast-food formula


14th January 2008
Basic is not boring for customers and shareholders of the fast casual restaurant chain, whose founder says simplicity as the key to its success.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeShares trade higher at midday | Weve run out of bubble… more »

Next up: Look for a tech rally


14th January 2008
This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeRate cuts wont cure ailing market | How do you get respect? Be Buffett | Why golds going straight to $1,000 more »

Weve run out of bubbles


14th January 2008
Booms and busts are natural to capitalism, but for years now an irresponsible Fed has interfered with the down cycle. The only choice now may be to let nature take its course.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual VolumeFTSE higher mid-afternoo… more »

Dow falls 246; worst yearly start since 1991


12th January 2008
Bank of Americas rescue of Countrywide offers no relief to a slumping market. Gold briefly touches $900 an ounce. Citigroup will get $10 billion in new capital. American Express is the second credit card company in two days to warn on profits. Tiffany gi… more »

Toyota Prius sales pass Ford Explorer


11th January 2008
The icon of Americas SUV passion falls victim to stubbornly high gas prices and an increasingly stringent regulatory climate.This article is courtesy of Stocks Up on Unusual Volume30 Oct 2007 16:00:00 - Top 5 Stocks up on Unusual Volume | Tech stocks pai… more »

5 stocks for the US energy crisis


11th January 2008
The nations delay-induced emergency will pump long-term profits into companies that move water, power and oil along the existing infrastructure.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual Volume16 Jan 2008 15:19:00 - Top 5 Stocks down on Unusual V… more »

A dishwasher cleans up in the market


11th January 2008
Its that time of the year when we all like to look back and take stock. And judging from the course of Strategy Lab, its been a tough year for buying stocks.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeOut of the spotlight, solar will thrive… more »

Toyota ousts Ford as No. 2 US automaker


11th January 2008
The Japanese automaker nearly overtakes Chevrolet as the top US brand as most automakers suffer a rough December. Chrysler and Honda show small sales gains. 2008 is shaping up as a rough year.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeWacho… more »

Capital One slashes forecast


11th January 2008
The credit card company blames the mortgage mess for its reduced outlook and sets aside $60 million for possible damages in a Visa lawsuit.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeCan designer homes fix housing woes? | Dow jumps 104 on bi… more »

A Countrywide rescue cheers Wall St.


11th January 2008
The Dow jumps 118 on news that Bank of America may take over troubled Countrywide Financial. Fed boss Bernanke vows substantive action to help the economy. Delta Air Lines seeks a merger partner. Wal-Mart was a rare winner on holiday sales.This article i… more »

Tata unveils Nano, its $2,500 car


10th January 2008
The long-awaited Indian Peoples Car aims to replace the scooter in first-time buyers hearts. Though you wont see it in the West anytime soon, it could signal a wave of lower-priced cars to come.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeChi… more »

3 strategies that beat a bad market


10th January 2008
Think you cant make money while stocks struggle? Heres how three of the top everyday investors did it in the Strategy Lab Open competition â“ without taking wild risks.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeBanks dark off-balance-sheet… more »

How the smart money got it wrong


10th January 2008
Top value funds had a terrible year, but theyre not backing away from the battered financial sector. Heres the logic of managers who are still buying.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeWhat the Boss can teach CEOs | Penny Stock Exch… more »

$21,000 an hour, at your expense


10th January 2008
New rules have lifted the veil on how big companies reward their part-time board members. The average pay is nearly $200,000 a year, and an elite group earns $1 million or more.This article is courtesy of Stocks Down on Unusual VolumeBest Stock Market Si… more »