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The article discusses the feasibility of investing in the stocks of Chipotle Mexican Grill. Topics covered include financial challenges faced by the company because of the food poisoning scandal, JPMorgan analyst John Ivankoe's decision to raise his rating on Chipotle and the prediction that the company's stock will be trading at 510 dollars by December 2016.

The article offers suggestions for investors to invest in stocks such as Ulta Beauty, Applied Materials, and Dow Chemical, and chart on equity options such as CBOE Volatility index, SPX skew, and equity-only put call ratio.

The article discusses the stocks that did not participated in the 20,000 mark of the Dow Jones Industrial Average stock index which can be used by investors including Alexion Pharmaceuticals (ALXN), Gilead Sciences (GILD), and Teva Pharmaceuticals (TEVA).

The article provides an overview of the performance of entertainment company Netflix, with information on its stock earnings and corporate spending.

The article offers information on the plan of coffee company Starbucks to expand its Starbucks Reserve Roastery and Tasting Room brand and mentions its stock trading and profitability in 2017.

The article discusses on the increase in stock investment activities in the U.S. The author highlights the purchase of investors with volatile, high-growth stocks and cites the factor that affect the buying behavior of investors such as the increase in the stocks in the market. Companies benefiting from the sudden interest in stock investments include companies like Apple Inc. Facebook Inc. and Tesla Motors Inc.

The author assesses the implications of the November 2016 presidential election for the stock markets in the U.S. Topics discussed include the investors' concern over the candidacy of former U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton and businessman Donald Trump, the valuation and expected decline of U.S. stocks during the year, and limiting the cost of hedging by buying one put and selling another with a lower strike price.

The article presents an analysis of the stocks of American global retailer Wal-Mart Stores Inc. Topics discussed include an increase in the value of the firm's stock following the release of its first-quarter earnings, the expected earnings of Wal-Mart for the second quarter, and the little volatility in the stock market.

The article discusses the influence of fear among investors on trading activity in the options market as of 2016. Topics covered include the focus of investors on the potential of the stock rally to fail later this year, the concern that the quantitative-easing or asset-buying policy of the U.S. Federal Reserve might fail to reignite economic growth, and the applicability of the risk-reversal or short-put strategy to blue-chip stocks whose dividends exceed that of the 10-year Treasury.

The article focuses on financial sector of the U.S. and attitude of investors towards financial stocks. Topics discussed include Jamie Dimon, chief executive of the financial services firm JP Morgan purchasing the firm's stocks, rumor of Organization of Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) reducing their output and stock pricing of Bank of America (BAC) and Financial Select Sector SPDR attracting bullish trading.

The article offers insights for investors into trading options in the stock market as of February 2016. Topics covered include the recommendation to purchase stocks with reasonable risk by overwriting core positions, the practice of the options market to contort itself around growth fears, and the recommendation to search for blue-chip stocks that pay common stock dividends exceeding the 10-year Treasury rate.

The article discusses the trading options patterns against the stocks according to the views of Chief Executive Officer of technology company Apple Inc,Tim Cook and also discusses the Volatile Index (VIX) options, ups and downs in market prices and its impact on investors.

The article discusses an increase in gun sales of gun maker Smith & Wesson Holding. Topics discussed include announcement of the U.S. President Barack Obama for stricter gun controls, forecast for business revenue of the firm ending January 31, 2016 along with rise in its earnings-per-share and suggestion for investors regarding purchase of the firm's stocks.

The article discusses the decline in long-term investors and its effect in the stock market, including volatility of technology firm Microsoft, impact of hedge funds on stock market, and mentions rise in the stock price of Microsoft by focusing on cloud computing.

The article discusses issues concerning the investment market in the U.S. compiled as of November 2015. Topics covered include an investment strategy involving the buying and selling of Transocean's stocks before December 2015, investors' preparation for the anticipated extreme stock market volatility and the effect of Corning Inc.'s introduction of flexible glass on its stock price.

The article examines downward trend in Yahoo Inc.'s stock as of November 16, 2015. It states that chief executive officer (CEO) Marissa Mayer has asked senior executives to stay for three to five years and hired consultant to explore strategies, including selling of some units. Also mentioned is the possibility that the Federal Reserve System would raise interest rates in December.

The author presents insights on the stock performance of social-media company Twitter. He discusses the earnings of Twitter, the losses regained by the stock, the increase in the number of its monthly active users and expectation from investors in the company's fourth-quarter earnings. Also, he discusses the stock performance of Tyson Foods and Men's Wearhouse.

The article discusses the need for Jack Dorsey, chief executive officer of social media company Twitter, and his leadership team to allow their intellectual intensity to emerge to accomplish their goals. Topics include the failure of Twitter to communicate despite its role to revolutionize communication, and the imperative for Dorsey to choose his words well on the conference call to turn negative investors into a powerful force for Twitter stock.

The article focuses on the CBOE Holdings 's CBOE Volatility Index (VIX), a measure of implied volatility on the Standard & Poor's 500 index that is expected to help investors better assess shareholder sentiment in the U.S. and international markets.

The article reports on the move of some investors to hedge stocks to effectively hand investments to derivative dealers. Topics covered include the continuous improvements in the performance of the Standard & Poor's 500 index in 2015. Also mentioned is the impact of the expiration cycle on those who are involved in options trading.

The article offers information on the Trouble Asset Relief Program (TARP) warrants from the Bank of America (BofA) of interest to investors. It mentions a brief background on the warrants which were issued by banks participating in the U.S. TARP to be able to receive funding from the Treasury, the issuance of the January 2019 TARP warrants by BofA with a 13.30-dollar exercise price and some benefits of purchasing TARP warrants, one is the cost-effective control a major bank stock.

The article reports updates on the U.S. options market as of June 2015. Topics discussed include the implied volatility of the Standard & Poor's (S&P) 500 stock market index (SPX) Skew index, the investment attractiveness of stocks such as Bank of America and American Airlines acknowledged by Deutsche Bank, and highlights of the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) volatility index.

The article discusses the rumors about the possible leveraged buyout (LBO) of retailer Abercrombie & Fitch Co. which resulted to call buying. Topics discussed include the view that the LBO rumor will keep the retailer's stock value from declining, the impact of first quarter earnings on investors' decisions in picking options and the most active equity options as of April 20, 2015.

The article discusses developments in the U.S. options market as of early April 2015. It cites the poor performance of the stocks of Bank of America, as well as the trading slump at the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE), and the possible move by the Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) to bid for CBOE if its stock falls below 50 dollars per share.

In the article, the author examines the stock performance of online social media firm Twitter as of mid-March 2015. He cites the recommendation by JP Morgan technology analyst Doug Anmuth to buy Twitter's stocks as its revenue could surge by 75% in 2015 due to its 30-second video service. Also cited are the acquisition by Twitter of Periscope, a developer of live-streaming video technology, and the inauguration of Twitter of an office in Hong Kong.

The article examines mixed sentiments in the stock market in the U.S. as of February 2015. Equity strategists advise their clients not to fear the first interest-rate hike of the U.S. Federal Reserve as shown on historical data. Also mentioned are stocks that performed well including materials, financials and technology.

The article discusses issues concerning trading and performance of the U.S. options market as of March 2015. Topics explored include the call buying attracted by the stocks of General Electric, the views expressed by options strategist Michael Schwartz regarding buying stocks and options, and updates on the Chicago Board Options Exchange (CBOE) Volatility Index and Equity-Only Put/Call Ratio.

The author talks about the performance of the stocks of glass manufacturer Corning amid confusion over the European and U.S. quantitative-easing (QE) programs. Topics covered include the profit posted by the firm as of February 2015, the conditional dividend strategy employed by the firm and the low volatility of the stock which is reflected in the firm's small options premiums. Also mentioned is the risk associated with the put-sale strategy.

The article focuses on the very forgiving stock market in 2014 and beyond, in which issues and benefits associated with Japan's move to aggressively increase its easy-money policies and the importance and relevance of a forgiving state so that the world would not depend on central bank money are discussed.

The author talks about the advice given to investors to hedge their stock portfolios before the decline in the market. Topics covered include the volatility of the stock market, the recommendation for selling high-priced puts to buy blue-chip shares that pay dividends and the warning issued by retailer Wal-Mart on tough times. Also mentioned is the forecast for erratic trading patterns as traders are pressured to protect income.

The article offers advice to investors on how to make equity declines work for them, especially those who are not hedged against the return of volatility. Topics covered include the advantage of selling 5% to 10% below the stock prices, the benefits of buying call options that expire in a year or more, and the strategy in buying U.S.-focused growth names in health care, technology, and consumer sectors during a market's weakness.

The article discusses the move of investors of actively buying defensive put options, such as stocks and insurance, despite of high stock prices, and mentions topics that include hedging as a sign for bullish market, options volatility, and the consolidation of Wall Street's clearing functions.

The article discusses the decline in trading stocks of computer manufacturer Apple because of the bendgate issue and Apple's move of pulling out a software-update to its brand-new iOS 8 operating system after receiving several complaints of disrupted cellphone service from customers.

Graphs showing the economic condition of equity options in the U.S. market are presented.

The article offers the author's insights on the stock of yoga-inspired athletic apparel company Lululemon Athletica Inc. which was cut in half after the statement of founder Dennis "Chip" Wilson that the yoga pants of the company were suitable for women.

The article focuses on money-transfer company Western Union attracting bullish attention in the stock and options market as of June 2014. Topics covered include the 7% increase in the company's shares outperforming the Standard & Poor's 500, the company options' volatility and the challenges facing the company, such as a money laundering case and increased compliance costs.

The article discusses the trading tricks being shared by Oppenheimer chief option strategist Michael Schwartz with his clients. It describes how the algorithm actions of Schwartz help customers respond to analysts' actions that influence options trading activity. It also cites the risk associated with all options strategies and the capacity of such strategies to provide investors the ability to manage a stock's inevitable rise and fall.

The article provides stock outlook for retailer Wal-Mart Stores and telecommunications company AT&T. Topics discussed include a bullish trading for Wal-Mart despite a 0.2% decline in the company's stocks in 2014, and a decline in AT&T's stocks despite a reliable 5.1% dividend yield the stocks offer to investors.

The article reports on technology firm Vesel Interactive's providing of data on firms that are most active in stock options, exchange-traded funds, and indexes to help investors trade at better prices as of April 21, 2014. Their tools reportedly allow participants including Lakeshore Securities, Stifel and BTIG to source options liquidity. The article notes that brokers shop big in the options market, and that Vesel enables the execution of orders without adverse effect on prices.