Power Trading Radio - A Trader's Perspective On Investing In Stocks, Futures, Forex, Options Podcast

In response to a listener question about preferred trading strategy, options master Steve Moses joins Merlin Rothfeld for a look at a current trade his is in. This trade incorporates several options strategies including Bull Puts, Bear Calls, and Iron Condors. While this may seem like something out of your local zoo, they are ways to define risk & reward while ultimately anticipating price remains in a specified range. Steve puts an emphasis on spread trading as his primary style, and explains why.

In a quick stop before his London trip to teach a couple trading classes, Steve Misic joins Merlin for a look at what is hot in the global markets. To begin with, he looks at the Japanese Yen and the Nikkei 225 index, commenting on volatility and tight correlation. Later focus shifts to the pound and the impact of the BOE statements this week. After a brief explanation on TIC Long Term Purchases, Steve and Merlin take a look at the US dollar for clues of future market direction.

Market veteran, Tillie Allison talks about her upcoming trip to Dubai to teach the ProTrader class, followed up with a segment on account types and trading styles. Later the duo looks at defining correlation and how it impacts trading decisions. This is done with several examples of trades where the consolidation is beneficial and others where it could be viewed as detrimental.

Having a common denominator is a key factor in tracking asset values over time. Charles Vollum, owner of PricedInGold.com joins Merlin and John to talk about his website which is devoted to tracking a wide variety of assets using gold as the denominator. From housing prices to college education, the trio take a look at some charts which really drive home the erosion of our global purchasing power with the dollar.

News agencies abound are talking about the perils of these heralded retirement vehicles, often pointing out that they may actually be taking your money rather than making you money! Bob Heitner, master instructor at Online Trading Academy discusses what some of the facts are pertaining to these plans, and offers solutions for investors to self direct their money and keep more of it. Bonds are also an area of concern which the duo addresses while looking at alternative ways to generate consistent income. Bob also offers some insight into what his current positions are for the market in the PAI portfolio.

Fresh off an intense teaching tour of Dubai, India, Singapore, Indonesia and more, Professional trader Jose Blasco joins Merlin to talk about his market observations and analysis. This ranges from a comparison of the Indian Option markets vs. US options market, to the benefits of trading commodity futures. Jose also offers some insights into where the Euro may be headed as well as the current position of the S&P500 going forward.

Senior currency strategist at Dailyfx.com, John Kicklighter joins Merlin Rothfeld for a look at some of the major factors impacting the currency markets. To begin with, John looks at a fundamental and technical view of the Euro before offering an explanation of risk assessment and how it impacts his analysis. Later, John offers commentary on the Aussie and Pound for potential trading opportunities.

Master trader and author Debbie Hague joins Merlin for a look at her upcoming Market Timing event in London. This class is designed to make individuals aware of how the markets truly operate, and what individuals can learn from the big institutions to tip the odds in their favor. Merlin and Debbie take a look at a listener question which focuses specifically on market timing and its application to market gaps. Later, Debbie addresses the differences in timing individual securities, and market indexes.

Jim Puplava's professional designations include Certified Financial Planner; FINRA Series 7 and Series 24; and Life, Disability and Variable Insurance licenses. Mr. Puplava has been President of Puplava Financial Services, Inc. (PFS) since 1985. For twelve years, James Puplava held a position as Branch Manager for LPL Financial Services, LLC. In 1996, Mr. Puplava established the broker/dealer firm, Puplava Securities, Inc. (PSI) and is its President.

Mr. Lewitt has over 20 years of investment experience and successfully managed large credit portfolios through the 2001-2002 and 2008 credit crises. Mr. Lewitt co-founded Harch Capital Management, LLC in 1991, where he was the co-lead portfolio manager (1991-2001) and lead portfolio manager (2001-2011) for all of the firm’s credit portfolios including separate accounts, hedge funds (long and short), collateralized debt obligations and mutual funds focused on the less-than-investment grade debt markets for U.S. and non-U.S. clients that included, among others, LACERA (Los Angeles County Retirement Association), Texas Teachers Retirement System, Investec Bank (UK), Goldman Sachs Asset Management, JPMorgan Chase Asset Management, Highbridge Capital Management, Investcorp, Onex Corporation and Omega Advisers, Inc. Since 2001, Mr. Lewitt has edited and authored The Credit Strategist, a newsletter that covers economics, politics and the financial markets and that is widely read around the world. Mr. Lewitt is recog

Tom Sosnoff, CEO of tastytrade and host of “Get Tasted,” is a recognized online brokerage innovator and sought-after financial educator. Tom founded thinkorswim in 1999, before the options market was electronic. Leveraging over 25 years of experience as a market maker for the Chicago Board of Options Exchange (CBOE) and one of the original OEX traders in the S&P 100 Index pit, Tom pursued a vision to educate retail investors in options trading and to build a superior software platform at a brokerage firm that specialized in options. His efforts ultimately changed the way these instruments traded by pioneering single click trading functionality for complex spreads.

Harry S. Dent is a world renowned economist who studies demographic and historic trends to see major events unfolding long before the mainstream media's even has them on their radar. He accurately predicted the 1990-92 recession, foresaw the biggest Bull Market run in US history as well as Japan's Lost Decade and, most recently, sounded the early warnings about the 2008 financial crash.

Michael Atias of OTA Tax Pros joins Merlin for a look at several popular trader questions. To start off with, they discuss the methods which one can trade their retirement accounts and what are the benefits. Later Michael talks about Traders Status; how to declare it and what the impacts can be for an individual. Michael also looks at how one can pull money out of their retirement accounts without incurring penalties.

Professor Patrick Barron joins John and Merlin for a look at the radical idea of making Detroit city, meaning no minimum wage, no government help, guns for everyone, no taxes and much more. Is this some ridiculous idea or a possibility given the fact that nothing has seemed to work so far? Later, John and Merlin take a look at ETF’s for international markets as well as the gold market to announce the latest gold coin winner.

ProActive Investing instructor Paul Orme joins Merlin for a look at some of the leading headlines which point to a greater lack of faith and trust in major financial institutions. Paul, a staunch advocate for self directed investing, explains why this erosion in confidence and what one should do about it. Part of the solution is Market timing and using non-traditional investment techniques. Techniques that major institutions will generally tell you NOT to do. Later, Paul offers his outlook on the markets and what would be the safest course of action for investors.

Options instructor at Online Trading Academy, Matt Gildea, joins Merlin for a look at the current earnings season numbers and offers some insights as to what to make of it all. Later, the duo talk about a couple of different options strategies which may be used for a variety of different market conditions, including directional and spread trading. To wrap things up, Matt offers his analysis of the market levels by year end. Lower or higher? Tune in and find out!

Master trader and Currencies Mentor, Bachir Chaaya joins Merlin from Lebanon to talk about some of his major learning lessons that have taken him from novice trader to Master instructor of Online Trading Academy’s XLT currencies program. This is followed up by an analysis of the Euro and the Pound for potential trade setups on a variety of different time frames. The duo also discuss the amount of time a trader needs to spend in front of a computer to facilitate the learning process.

While teaching a ProTrader class in New Jersey, Scott McCormick takes time out of his day to share his thoughts on trading routine and market behavior. International markets are essential for determining trends, market behavior and patterns. Scott and Merlin take a look at these elements and offer suggestions as to what to watch out for. Scott and Merlin then take a look at several listener questions regarding several specific securities including Penn Virginia and Digital Generation.

With Detroit’s recent bankruptcy filing, John and Merlin take a look at what might be the ramifications for residents and the city as a whole. This spills into a discussion on the riskiness of Municipalities and how investors should approach them with caution, as this once safe investment vehicle is now fraught with problems. To wrap up the show, the duo takes a look at Gold and announces Power Trading Radio’s most recent gold coin winner! Haven’t entered yet? It’s free! Register at PowerTradingRadio.com today!

Detroit files for bankruptcy, many investors stand to lose 90% of their investments, and those reliant on pensions may get just a fraction of what they thought they were getting! Tillie Allison joins Merlin to take a look at what one can do to ProActively plan their financial future. This includes taking a look at several “taken for granted” retirement vehicles which we should remove from our planning. Tillie and Merlin also take a look at Gold and its recent fall from grace, offering listeners insight into how to trade the precious metal.