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Time Is Money: Can You Trade Options After Hours?

Both the New York Stock Exchange and the NASDAQ operate within a set of predefined trading hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. But can you trade options after hours?  While after-hours options trading was once restricted to institutional investors, it’s now possible for anyone to trade options after hours. You just need to have the…

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Moving Average Stock Strategies

Stock traders rely on a series of technical indicators to influence their investment decisions. Among these is the stock moving average (MA), a particularly valuable tool now that the stock market is experiencing inflation-related volatility.  Here’s what investors should know about moving average stock trading — and how to harness this data for more favorable…

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Learning Curve: Why You Should Use a Trading Simulator

Every fighter pilot knows the importance of spending time in a flight simulator. A simulator lets you get used to the mechanics of flying without the real-world peril of a devastating crash.  A trading simulator operates on the same basic principle. The more time you devote to a virtual trading platform, the better equipped you’ll…

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Why Is the Stock Market Going Up?

The past year hasn’t been kind to stock market investors. The S&P 500 index dropped by 19% for the year, while the Nasdaq Composite index fell by a staggering 33%. But the stock market has experienced something of a rally in recent months. Why is the stock market going up? And what can investors expect…

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Where to Invest $1,000 Right Now! Put Your Money to Work

Creating an emergency fund can help you cover unexpected expenses and maintain your peace of mind. But leaving all your cash sitting in a traditional savings account is no way to build wealth.  Once you have built a healthy savings account, you should consider putting your next $1,000 to work.  We get it. If you…

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What Is an IPO? Everything You Need to Know

No matter how long you have been investing, growing your portfolio is undoubtedly at the top of your to-do list. While there are many great ways to maximize your gains, one popular strategy involves investing in companies that have recently gone public.  When researching privately owned businesses that are preparing to list their shares on…

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Meta Analysis: Is Now a Good Time to Buy Facebook Stock?

Facebook has been getting a lot more “likes” from investors recently. The company, which is now generally referred to as “Meta,” has completed a nine-month rally as of July 2023, the longest since its IPO in 2012. Does that mean now is a good time to buy Facebook stock? Here are some things to consider…

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Nextflix: Is The Ship Sinking? | From the Mind of the Gorilla

  There hasn’t been a more rollercoaster of a story than watching the rise and quasi-fall of Netflix. We knew that once all the other providers started seeing the kind of money Netflix was bringing in with streaming – it wouldn’t be long until they all started jumping on the bandwagon. Streaming changed the game……

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Where the Power Lies: Who Owns the Stock Market?

In one sense, the stock market is owned by the individuals who buy shares of publicly traded companies. But these trades most commonly occur on public exchanges such as the New York Stock Exchange or Nasdaq. Who owns the stock market? The answer actually varies between each of the major stock exchanges.  This guide will…

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From Loans to Investments: Should I Buy Stock on Margin?

The math is simple: the more money you invest in the stock market, the more you can potentially earn. Investors can improve their chances of a successful investment by buying stock on margin. When you buy stock on margin, you essentially receive a loan from your broker. The goal is to use that money to…

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