Video on Technical Indicator: Williams %R

I recently learned a new technical indicator called Williams %R.  It is very interesting as it can give information on when to buy and when to sell securities.  MarketClub released a video explaining how to use Williams %R to your advantage and uses Crude Oil historical chart as an example.

How to Analyze Stocks Using Symmetrical Triangles

There are three types of triangle patterns: symmetrical, ascending and descending.  Symmetrical triangles are generally considered neutral, ascending triangles are bullish, and descending triangles are bearish.  Today, symmetrical triangles will be discussed and will defer the other two types of

Advanced Technical Indicators of Trend Lines

Last week, I had discussed how traders can utilize even the simplest form of technical analysis to their advantage.  I used examples as AAPL and CAGC to draw uptrend and downtrend lines and when to take positions in these stocks.  Today, I will share two advanced technical indicators of trends to

Using Downtrend Line to Trade Stock like CAGC

Previously on Long & Short Investment, I discussed the importance of technical analysis and applied uptrend line on AAPL.  Today, I will discuss another type of trend line and postpone sharing of several other advanced technical indicators of trends in the upcoming post.

Using Uptrend Line to Trade Stocks Like AAPL

I believe technical analysis is important for any trader out there and not understanding the basics could be detrimental to their success.  Trend Lines are one of the most important tools used in technical analysis.  It is also one of the simplest form of technical

Is it True Restaurant Stocks at All-Time High? Part II

Last week, I had posted an article on Long & Short Investment covering how the American consumers are still eating out and willing to continue to spend despite the high unemployment rate.  It looks like this trend will not be ending anytime near future. 

Add Healthcare Before Too Late

Many stock analysts are recommending adding healthcare stocks to your portfolio and many mutual funds have been increasing their positions in healthcare sector.  Why are the investors attracted to healthcare sector?  Currently, many large healthcare companies

2 China Companies with Minimal Debt

I have posted an article on how there is a high potential in China Market and followed it with a caution by posting another article on bubble forming in China Economy. Today, I would like to discuss about two Chinese companies with no outstanding debt on Long & Short Investment.

Is it True Restaurant Stocks at All-Time High? Part I

Restaurant sector has been performing exceptionally well past year but has not been getting much interest from the news press.  Like all other sectors, restaurant stocks had a sharp decline during the bear market, but have made a strong come back so far with some companies even reaching all time highs.  Two restaurant

AAPL: Key Support at $185

Recently, it has been a roller coaster type of ride for Apple (AAPL) as it experienced a big sell-off last week going down from its high at $215 to $190.  However, it has made a positive move today with its close at $195 level.  In looking at one year chart, it looks

Is FXI China ETF on the Decline?

I would like to take a look at FXI, which is an ETF representing the performance of the China equity market for international investors.  Looking at a 2 year chart, the top resistance level occurs around $47.  In November of last year, FXI formed a top at this level before the sell-off began.  It came all the way down to $38 level and currently at a decision point because the

Going LONG or SHORT in Rail Companies? Series III: UNP

This week on Long & Short Investment, we examined two Rail companies so far: CSX and NSC.  We found that both companies revealed very similar characteristics as both are headed much lower.  Today, we will apply technical analysis on UNP to see if it

Going LONG or SHORT in Rail Companies? Series II: NSC

Previously on Long & Short Investment, we applied technical analysis on CSX to determine where this stock is headed and when investors should be going LONG.  In looking at the technical analysis on Norfolk Southern Corporation, we see very similar

Going LONG or SHORT in Rail Companies? Series I: CSX

I will be writing another series on Long & Short Investment covering Rail companies.  Generally, there could be some sell-off occurring in these Rail companies.  If we add these Rail companies to our portfolio at a right time, we could make some profit from

Is Walgreen (WAG) Undervalued?

Walgreen’s strategy is to maintain constant and reliable growth by adding new stores, renovate existing stores, cut operating costs, and improve on their customer service.  Their sales has been on increase in 2009 and should continue into 2010.  Also, their

S&P 500 Retracement AND Buying Opportunity for GOLD

Previously on Long & Short Investment there was an article on S&P 500 Next Resistance Level and discussed how difficult it will be for S&P 500 to break $1150 level. Since 2010 S&P 500 has been pretty much trading in between $1135 and $1150. This trading pattern could come to an end with today’s big decline

Investment in Casino Stocks Series IV: Wynn Resorts

The final series of the Investment in Casino Stocks on Long & Short Investment is regarding Wynn Resorts.  In previous series, we applied technical analysis and presented concrete data on the potential direction of three stocks: Las Vegas Sands, MGM Mirage, and Vail Resorts.   Although these three casino stocks can soon present great buying opportunities, I would argue Wynn Resorts

Investment in Casino Stocks Series III: Vail Resorts

This article is series number 3 of 4 covering Investment in Casino Stocks on Long & Short Investment.  Both the Investment in Casino Stocks Series I: Las Vegas Sands and the Investment in Casino Stocks Series II: MGM Mirage presented a good opportunity to go LONG based on fundamental and technical analysis.

Investment in Casino Stocks Series II: MGM Mirage

Last week's post “Investment in Casino Stocks Series I: Las Vegas Sands” on Long & Short Investment presented a good strategy for entry point for LVS.  Similarly in Series II of Investment in Casino Stocks, MGM Mirage also presents a good buying opportunity.  Looking at one year chart of MGM, there is a clear descending trend line that has been consolidating for the past several months

Investment in Casino Stocks Series I: Las Vegas Sands

Las Vegas Sands Casino stock has been doing very well past year. It has been making newer highs with higher lows, which is a very positive trend for any stocks. See the one year chart with several trend lines based on the technical analysis. The descending trend