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Smaller Players May Outperform Leaders as A “Catch-Up” Trade
In any industry, there’s one leader. Even if there are two big players that seemingly duke it out, one of them is still king of the hill. In the tech space, today’s leaders can become tomorrow’s…
May 28, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Globe Life (GL)
Frank Svoboda, CEO ofGlobe Life (GL), recently bought 5,000 shares across two days. The buys increased his position by 4%, and came to a total cost just over $420,000. He was joined by the company’s…
May 28, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Block (SQ)
Digital payment system operatorBlock (SQ) is up 14% over the past year, far lagging the overall market, and now in a downtrend. One trader sees shares continuing lower in the months ahead. That’s…
May 28, 2024
This Industry Laggard May Get a Strong Shakeup
Defensive stocks tend to hold up well in just about any market. This recent market rally has been an exception. Tech stocks have handily beaten other sectors. And high interest rates have made…
May 27, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Caterpillar (CAT)
Gerald Johnson, a director atCaterpillar (CAT), recently bought 100 shares. The buy increased his position by 5%, and came to a total cost of $35,640. Johnson is the second director to buy this…
May 27, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Papa John’s International (PZZA)
Shares of pizza chainPapa John’s International (PZZA) are down 33% over the past year. One trader is betting on a further decline into the autumn. That’s based on the October $57.50 puts. With 144…
May 27, 2024
Profit With the Shift to Cost-Conscious Consumers
Consumer spending has been declining. That bodes poorly for most retail stocks from here. However, not all retail stocks are created equal. Some retailers can thrive in a challenging environment.…
May 24, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Cummins (CMI)
Marvin Boakye, Chief HR Officer atCummins (CMI), recently bought 1,745 shares. The buy is a new position for the director, who paid $499,133 for the stake. This is the second insider buy of the year,…
May 24, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Bloom Energy (BE)
Fuel cell system producerBloom Energy (BE) is up 10% over the past year, far lagging the overall stock market. One trader is betting that shares will trend higher in the coming weeks. That’s based on…
May 24, 2024
Inflation-Busting Companies May Get Rewarded With Bigger Market Shares
In any industry, market share is a key metric. How much of the total market one company gets can result in bigger profits, and also open up opportunities to take advantage of a larger size. Investors…
May 23, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Hamilton Insurance Group (HG)
Alan Patterson, a director atHamilton Insurance Group (HG), recently bought 21,135 shares. The buy is an initial stake for the director, and came to a total cost of $352,109. This is the first…
May 23, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Peloton Interactive (PTON)
Consumer tech companyPelton Interactive (PTON) is down 46% over the past year. Shares dropped 15% alone on Tuesday, as the company looked to issue a $1 billion loan. One trader sees shares bouncing…
May 23, 2024
Look for Market-Beating Profits In Great Companies Getting a Shake Up
While the market trends higher over time, some companies can be out of favor with the market. If they’re capable of finding ways to improve their business and profitability, they’ll likely have a…
May 22, 2024
Insider Activity Report: iRobot Corp (IRBT)
Gary Cohen, President and CEO ofiRobot Corp (IRBT), recently bought 2,050 shares. The buy increased his stake by over 1,000%, and came to a total cost of $25,189. This is the first insider buy in…
May 22, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Astrana Health (ASTH)
Healthcare services operatorAstrana Health (ASTH) is up 30% over the past year, despite a recent pullback. One trader sees further gains in the weeks ahead. That’s based on the June $45 calls. With…
May 22, 2024
Delays Only Mean Bigger Profits Later for a Company Selling Quality Products
There’s a saying in the video game industry that a delayed game can become good. But a game that’s rushed out with flaws will never be great. Some video game companies have taken that philosophy to…
May 21, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Warner Bros Discovery (WBD)
Gerhard Zeiler, International President atWarner Bros Discovery (WBD), recently bought 100,000 shares. The buy increased his stake by 12%, and came to a total cost of $830,000. This marks the first…
May 21, 2024
Unusual Options Activity: Starbucks (SBUX)
Coffee chainStarbucks (SBUX) is down nearly 30% over the past year, and shares have been trending down since reporting earnings. One trader expects a rebound in the coming weeks. That’s based on the…
May 21, 2024
This Stealth AI Play Will Keep Trending Higher
The AI rally of the past 18 months has largely focused on big-tech names and semiconductor manufacturers. But AI’s applications can encompass and benefit every company, no matter what industry it’s…
May 20, 2024
Insider Activity Report: Public Storage (PSA)
Kristy Pipes, a director atPublic Storage (PSA), recently bought 2,149 shares. The buy is a new stake for the director, and came to a total price of $599,485. This marks the first insider buy since…
May 20, 2024