Archive for October, 2008

Moving Averages

Moving Averages Follow the Money
Moving averages are a form of technical analysis which averages the price of a stock (or any other security for that matter) to help see the direction or momentum.  Sometimes these averages can be used to set resistance or support for the price of the stock.  Also the use of crossovers [...]

Lowes is Too Low

Buying the Stock to Make Money Sounds a Whole Lot Easier than Fixing My House
Lowes at $17.90 appears to be a good buy too me.  Following my recent post on CAGR Lowes has returned its shareholders approximately 17% per year since 1988.  If it just continues this pace then I’m happy I’ll call it a day.  [...]

CAGR

My Cash Deposit Earns 5% How Are Your Stocks Doing?
CAGR stands for Compound Annual Growth Rate.  Essentially it’s taking your returns (or losses) and leveling them over a percentage (%) per year much as savings account or credit card does.
How Do I Calculate CAGR?

 
 
 
You could also use this spreadsheet if it helps: CAGR Spreadsheet
How Does [...]

Spread

How is it That Someone Always Buys Or Sells My Shares of Stock?
If you’ve ever bought or sold stocks or currency you’ve probably noticed a bunch of different prices on the screen or from your broker. 
 
The spread is the difference between what the “market maker” is willing to pay for the stock and what they [...]