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A Roaring Stock Market Means Big Profits In Select Financial Plays
The stock market is trending higher, once again nearing all-time highs. Investors are bullish on the economy, as taxes are unlikely to rise, and regulations are likely to see hefty cuts. While that…
Jan 23, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Constellation Brands (STZ)
William Giles, a director at Constellation Brands (STZ), recently bought 1,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by a massive 216%, and came to a total cost of $186,390. This marks the first…
Jan 23, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL)
Regional bank Western Alliance Bancorporation (WAL) is up 37% over the past year, far outperforming the overall stock market. One trader sees further upside in the first half of 2025. That’s based on…
Jan 23, 2025
Don’t Count Out Industrial Plays Amid Today’s Tech Boom
The market still loves tech plays, whether AI or not. However, the rest of the economy still continues to show signs of booming. That means that other sectors can also perform well. And they may even…
Jan 22, 2025
Insider Activity Report: United Fire Group (UFCS)
Micah Woolstenhulme, a SVP at United Fire Group (USFC), recently bought 2,500 shares. The buy came to a total cost of $48,003, and increased his stake by 7%. Woolstenhulme was a buyer last year for…
Jan 22, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM)
Semiconductor manufacturer Taiwan Semiconductor (TSM) is up 88% over the past year, and just provided strong guidance in the quarters ahead. One trader is betting on a further rally. That’s based on…
Jan 22, 2025
Beaten-Down Consumer Food Brands Could Rebound This Year
It’s been a challenging year for packaged food companies. Consumers have cut back on favorite name brands following years of above-average inflation. And the rise of new weight loss drugs have curbed…
Jan 21, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Lamb Weston Holdings (LW)
Robert Niblock, a director at Lamb Weston Holdings (LW), recently bought 3,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by 13%, and came to a total cost of $182,819. This marks the first buy of 2025. In…
Jan 21, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Peabody Energy (BTU)
Coal miner Peabody Energy (BTU) shed over 25% last year amid a weak energy market and a continued shift away from the use of coal. One trader sees shares rebounding a bit over the coming weeks.…
Jan 21, 2025
The Robot Revolution Hasn’t Been Derailed by the Rise of AI
AI has been the market’s hottest trend for over two years. It’s still in its early stages, with more room to run. More importantly, it hasn’t derailed other parts of the tech trend either. That…
Jan 20, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Upbound Group (UPBD)
Jeffrey Brown, a director at Upbound Group (UPBD), recently bought 1,146 shares. The buy increased his stake by 1%, and came to a total cost of $33,245. Brown was the last buyer of shares with a…
Jan 20, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Antero Midstream Corporation (AM)
Oil & gas company Antero Midstream Corporation (AM) is up 32% over the past year. One trader expects further gains into next year. That’s based on the January 2026 $20 calls. With 351 days until…
Jan 20, 2025
This Financial Niche Should Continue to Perform Well
Over time, markets tend to trend higher, much like how the overall economy continues to move higher. And that should bode well for financial services, which help cater to a growing economy. That can…
Jan 17, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Potbelly Corp (PBPB)
David Nierenberg, a major holder at Potbelly Corp (PBPB), recently bought 7,600 shares. The buy came to a total of $70,149, and increased his position by less than 1%. Other company insiders,…
Jan 17, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Macy’s (M)
Department store chain Macy’s (M) sank to a new 52-week low, with shares down 22% over the past year. One trader sees further weakness into the summer. That’s based on the August $12 puts. With 210…
Jan 17, 2025
This Rallying Asset Class Has Room to Run in 2025
Markets are off to a challenging start for 2025. Yet some asset classes are faring better than others. The commodity space, which fared relatively well in some respects, continues to thrive. For…
Jan 16, 2025
Insider Activity Report: Petmed Express (PETS)
Nina Capital Holdings, a major holder of Petmed Express (PETS), recently bought 25,000 shares. The buy increased the fund’s position by 1%, and came to a total cost of $124,375. The fund also made…
Jan 16, 2025
Unusual Options Activity: Bank of America (BAC)
Wall Street megabank Bank of America (BAC) is up 40% over the past year, far beating the overall market. One trader sees the stock trending even higher in the weeks ahead. That’s based on the…
Jan 16, 2025
Acquisitions Point to a Healthy Long-Term Buy
In any industry, some consolidation is normal over time. It’s also healthy when the largest players in the industry make notable acquisitions. That’s because acquiring smaller companies can be a good…
Jan 15, 2025
Insider Activity Report: ASA Gold & Precious Metals (ASA)
Alexander Merk, COO of ASA Gold & Precious Metals (ASA), recently bought 28,860 shares. The buy increased his stake by 13%, and came to a total cost of $634,720. The buy comes following several…
Jan 15, 2025