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10 stocks that were the most shorted in August
Jan 23, 2023
3 min
Which stocks do investors think will decline in price? Olive Invest compiled a list of the most shorted stocks in August 2022 from MarketWatch.
4 Essential Areas Where Retail Investors Go Wrong
Aug 9, 2022
2 min
When new retail investors enter the market, they inevitably start with a higher risk of losing money. Entering the investment world intelligently requires more than some cash in your bank account, but an understanding of markets and risk factors applicable to your financial needs.
4 Options Trading Strategies Investors Should Know
Sep 21, 2022
3 min
What is your most successful option-trading strategy? What are your favorite 'defined risk' options strategies? Let's take a look at some popular option strategies that many investors use to limit their risk and when you would use them.
These 5 charts show the ups and downs of the US stock market over 10 years
Jan 23, 2023
4 min
Examining historical equities data from S&P Dow Jones, NASDAQ, and others to demonstrate the state of the stock market over the last decade.
Mainstream Marijuana Up for Vote
May 5, 2022
1 min
If the MORE Act legislation passes the Senate, how will cannabis investments be affected?
How to Benefit from High Interest Rates with Treasury Bills
Jan 9, 2023
2 min
As risk-free interest rates rise, the opportunity to generate income on cash can be substantial. Learn how to take advantage of treasury bills and cash rich investment strategies.
Breakout Energy Stocks
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
Three energy companies to watch as they report earnings on April 27-28.
Breakthroughs in Battery Tech
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
Which company will come out on top in solid-state lithium battery production?
Throw Chewy a Bone
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
What makes Chewy a retailer worth remaining loyal to?
Cruise Lines Gain Momentum
May 5, 2022
1 min
For smoother sailing on your reopening investments, check out these defined outcome strategies.
Cyclical Stocks Make a Comeback
May 5, 2022
1 min
For investors seeing a light at the end of the tunnel, it may make sense to consider investing in cyclicals now.
Taming the Complexity: Why Options Investing Has Always Eluded the Average Investor
Aug 9, 2022
5 min
Options have the reputation of being high-risk investments that only experts can understand...
Digital Advertising Age
May 5, 2022
1 min
Pubmatic versus The Trade Desk. Which of these two adtech growth stocks is the best pick for investors?
High Energy Momentum Stocks
May 5, 2022
1 min
Oil and gas continue to beat earnings estimates and are expected to keep the streak alive. See which two companies made our watchlist.
Finally Landing On Even Ground
Aug 9, 2022
3 min
Just like investing, there was a time when only the wealthy could afford to travel by plane. Prior to the days of massive commercial airlines, in an era before planes could even fly above the clouds, air travel was reserved for the elite 1% of society who could afford it.
Finding Value in Foot Locker
May 5, 2022
1 min
Why does Foot Locker make it onto lists as a top value pick? Check out this quick overview.
Freelancers Market Boom
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
Fiverr (FVRR) is well-positioned to capture revenues from the growing popularity expert contract employees. What's next for this company and the gig economy?
All Eyes on General Motors
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
What do Warren Buffett and Cathie Wood have in common? The answer: General Motors.
Signs Global Bond Markets Could Be Bottoming Out After Central Bank Rate Hikes
Jan 23, 2023
5 min
Olive Invest outlines how bonds are performing amid tightening financial conditions in a higher interest rate environment.
How Fintech Is Challenging Wall Street
Aug 9, 2022
3 min
In 2013, Robinhood opened up a whole new market of investors. Now a new wave of fintech is on the scene making it easier than ever before for retail investors to get a leg up.
How Options Can Generate High-Probability Outcomes
Aug 9, 2022
11 min
As an investor, one of your most important objectives is generating income, and let's face it, interest rates have been low for more than a decade now.
How To Get Approved For Options Trading
Aug 9, 2022
2 min
Right now, thousands of retail investors can get approved for options trading. Olive is pioneering better ways to leverage options with safety, certainty, and accessibility.
How to Trade Options 2.0
Jan 23, 2023
3 min
Don't make the common mistake of thinking "simpler" options are "safer." Learn how to use multi-leg options strategies for the edge you need to succeed.
How to Trade Options in a Tax Advantaged IRA
Jan 23, 2023
2 min
Getting hit with short term capital gains tax on your options trades? Here are some strategies that may be suitable for investing in a tax advantaged IRA.
Get Ready: Inflation Is Coming
Aug 9, 2022
2 min
Inflation has been rising since the economy started to open up post-pandemic...
Inverse Recession Picks
May 5, 2022
Investing in an inverse recession indicator could make for a nice hedge. Do you know which sectors go up when the economy is down?
Inflation is Here
Sep 21, 2022
2 min
How does inflation affect your cost of living? Can investing in the stockmarket preserve your wealth?
Is Palantir a good investment now?
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
Is Palantir still a great technology stock? Here is our quick overview with what you need to know.
Lithium the Anti-Oil Investment
May 5, 2022
1 min
Looking for more options on investing in electric vehicles? Check out our strategies on top lithium stocks.
Mining for Investment Opportunities
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
Mining companies get a lift from President Biden. See which companies we're keeping an eye on in the sector.
Netflix Subscriber Growth Chilled
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
Roku (ROKU), the king of connected TV, reports earnings on April 28. Will its fate follow that of Netflix?
Options to Win
Jan 13, 2023
2 min
With OlivePicks, it's easier than ever to build a winning portfolio of options. See how our portfolios outperformed SPY and QQQ even during the drawdown.
Pinning Down Profits
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
Pinterest had lackluster performance in 2021, but the timing may be right to inspire investors once again.
Unique Twist on Options Collar
Jan 23, 2023
2 min
Looking for a strategy to preserve your capital and protect shares of a stock you already own? Learn about this powerful variation of an options collar.
How Fintech Engineered Automatic Transmissions For Investors
Aug 9, 2022
3 min
Most Millennials and Gen Z babies won’t remember the trial and error that was learning how to “drive stick.” Shift forward, backward, throw her into second, and something about riding the clutch. Good fortune and advancements in technology have made these fossil phrases unlikely to grace the vocabularies of student drivers today.
Shipping Stocks for Supply Chain Woes
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
Offset the burden of higher consumer prices by looking up the supply chain to invest.
Silver Lining on Silvergate
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
Silvergate Bank may be a viable and lucrative way to gain exposure to cryptocurrency without having to own any of the volatile assets directly.
The 60/40 Portfolio is Dead
Aug 9, 2022
2 min
“A 60% allocation of stocks and 40% allocation of bonds in a portfolio protects from market volatility and maximizes growth”.
Top 5 Options Calculators Reviewed
Sep 21, 2022
3 min
New to options investing or looking to level up your approach to options trades? Maybe you have been trading single leg calls and puts and want to understand how multi-leg option strategies work. We’ve rounded up the top options calculator tools available online and compared them.
The Ceiling is High for Upstart
Sep 21, 2022
How does Upstart make money? Wall Street analysts believe the financial lending platform is worth up to 84% more.
Don't Sleep on Silica
Jun 17, 2022
1 min
U.S. Silica set to report earnings on April 29. Here's why we're paying attention.
Case for Used Cars
May 5, 2022
AutoNation CEO Mike Manley thinks inflated auto prices are here to stay. Here's how to capitalize on used cars.
Venturing into Vegan Markets
May 5, 2022
Why are investors looking into meat and dairy alternatives?
What Is Defined Outcome Investing?
Aug 10, 2022
3 min
Defined Outcome Investing sounds too good to be true. Where else would you see “defined outcome” and “investing” in the same sentence?...
Should I Buy Stocks Now?
Jan 23, 2023
2 min
Are you frozen in cash that's losing value every day with inflation? Here are some alternatives for investing and protecting the value of your capital.
Why Fantasy Football Managers Make Excellent Options Traders
Aug 9, 2022
5 min
When the fall rolls around and the days cool off, the spirit of competition heats up. Every autumn, millions of people sign up and participate in fantasy football. According to ESPN, about 40 million people in the United States play fantasy football. Entering one of these highly competitive leagues entails a time-sensitive draft, money pools, and careful analysis of what’s going on in the NFL every week.
Winning Workplace Workflow
Sep 21, 2022
1 min
Asana $ASAN recently released its Anatomy of Global Work Index which breaks down how people spend their time at work.