Stocks are falling and Oil is spiking after Saudi Arabia was attacked

Stock Market Update Monday, September 16th, 2019 Over the weekend oil refineries in Saudi Arabia were hit by drones. The attack knocked out as much as 5.7 million barrels a day in oil production. This amounts to roughly half of Saudi Arabia’s daily production which represents 5% of the world’s production.

Stocks almost at record highs, but watch out for Crude Oil tomorrow

Stock Market Update Sunday, September 15th, 2019 Stocks closed in on record highs last week. On Monday, stocks opened higher then pulled right back to where the day started. On Tuesday, it was the opposite – stocks opened lower, dropped, then rallied to get back to breakeven. Then on Wednesday stocks were off to the […]

When Did We Become So Skeptical? #HOCO

As a German and a trader, I thought HOCO is a new stock to trade! I was wrong. It’s HOMECOMING! We don’t have Homecoming in Germany. I have never attended a Homecoming Dance.And I have never attended a Homecoming Parade – until yesterday! As you know, both my kids are active sailors, and my son […]

Dow higher for 7 days straight as China deal could happen “any moment”

Stock Market Update Thursday, September 12th, 2019 Stocks were higher today on positive trade news. The major indices were higher at the open after President Trump agreed to delay tariff increases on Chinese goods by two weeks. And on CNBC, Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin said that Trump could make a deal any moment.

Dow jumps 220 points and closes above 27,000 for the first time since July

Stock Market Update Wednesday, September 11th, 2019 Stocks rallied for the 2nd day in a row today. After opening the day higher, stocks continued to rally and never really looked back.

Apple up, Disney, Netflix and Roku down – Not much else going on

Stock Market Update Tuesday, September 10th, 2019 DJI Quotes by TradingView It was another lackluster trading day today. All indices were slightly lower, but a late rally pushed the DOW into positive territory – but barely! There was no news today that moved the markets:

Stocks unchanged – Waiting for Fed?

Stock Market Update Monday, September 9th, 2019 Not much going on today. After 2-week rally, stocks took a breather today and finished pretty much unchanged. Last week, we heard that trade talks with China will continue in October. So right now, traders are not too concerned about the trade war – for now.

“No recession” ?? – Here’s what traders are focusing on right now…

Stock Market Update Sunday, September 8th, 2019 Stocks closed higher for the 2nd week in a row. The main reason for the rally this week was  – you guessed it – positive trade talks. Apparently the US and China will resume trade talks in October.

The 5 Most Powerful Life Lessons

Last night I learned the 5 most powerful life lessons – at my daughter’s school! Here’s what happened: My daughter Vivian started Highschool a few weeks ago. And last night was the “Open House” where I could meet the teachers. And it was not at all what I expected! The “Open House” was scheduled from […]

Dow jumps more than 370 points after China and US agree to talk

Stock Market Update Thursday, September 5th, 2019 Stocks jumped for the 2nd day straight, closing at their best levels in over a month. Trade news continues to move stocks. And today was no different. This morning China said that talks with the U.S are planned for October, and traders loved the idea!

A Beginners Guide To Buying Options vs Selling Options

One thing I continuously see with beginners, or even those who’ve been trading for over a year, is that they struggle to understand when they should be buying options vs selling options. In this article, I’ll break down and guide you through the key differences between buying options and selling them in an easy to […]

Stocks higher after Global Rally

Stock Market Update Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 Stocks rallied today, and the S&P finished with its best close since August 1st. News from Asia helped today’s rally. But this time it was news out of Hong Kong…Hong Kong agreed to withdraw a controversial extradition bill that resulted in months of protests. The news helped the […]

What Is An Option Strike Price | A Complete Beginners Guide

If you’re coming from the world of stock trading, or even cryptocurrencies, the idea of a ‘Strike Price’ is probably foreign to you. Unlike buying or selling stocks, you’re able to get long or short the underlying security from a certain price, the strike price. Whether the strike price is above or below the current […]

Stocks down, and September is usually the worst trading month of the year

Stock Market Update Monday, September 3rd, 2019 Stocks kicked off the short trading week with a loss today. Over the weekend, the latest round of U.S.-China tariffs went into effect. And China went a step further, filing a complaint over U.S. import duties with the World Trade Organization (WTO). The major indices opened lower and […]

The 2nd worst month of the year is over – Here’s what traders are focusing on right now…

Stock Market Update Sunday, September 1st, 2019 Stocks wrapped up a volatile August with a win last week. Trading was back and forth on Monday and Tuesday, with the major indices up on Monday then down the next day. But on Wednesday, stocks rallied after making lows for the week.

How To Have A Super Productive Weekend

Making a plan for the weekend: You can use the weekend to sleep in and be lazy… … or you can use the weekend to spend time with family and friends… … or you can choose to have a super productive weekend! If you choose the latter, the question is: HOW do you plan the […]

What Going To The Dentist Has Taught Me About Taking Action

Today, I’m going to the dentist. And I am NOT looking forward to it. I know: I shouldn’t complain. Life is good. I am in good health, and I have most of my teeth.  My grandmother always said: Take care of your teeth!  It’s why we should floss, it’s why we should brush, and it’s why […]

There’s NO reason why stocks should move higher – but they did!

Stock Market Update Wednesday, August 28th, 2019 Stocks got off to a lower start this morning. But after the first 30 minutes of trading, the major indices turned positive and continued to move higher throughout the session.

Recession worries send stocks lower

Stock Market Update Tuesday, August 27th, 2019 Stocks got off to a great start. And at one point, the S&P was up 0.7%. But after nice gains at the open, the major indices dropped all morning and were negative by lunch. Once again recession concerns were a weight on the markets.

Dow moves 650 points after Trump says China wants a deal

Stock Market Update Monday, August 26th, 2019 Well that was quick. The DOW was looking at a big loss overnight, with DOW Futures down more than 400 points on Sunday night. But on Monday, after President Trump said that China wants to restart talks, the DOW reversed course and saw a 650 point swing!