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There has been a whole lot of hullablloo on investing talk boards about the profit potential of the graphene revolution. Graphene is set to transform the manufacturing world and is expected to be the material of choice for a whole range of products, from solar panels to fabrics to computer chips. The expectations are high and the profit potential substantial, but behind all the chat and idle speculation remains the little discussed question of production.

Graphene production is perhaps THE place to direct ones attention if one is planning to invest in this world changing material. It is the one essential part of the process yet it is the one thing most people know little about. The big secret that remains unspoken is that whichever technique wins out in terms of quality and commercial viability will be the place to invest. With the graphene revolution thought to last another 20 odd years before the market slows there is plenty of time to get in early and scoop up some profit.

There are four basic production techniques that are regularly employed in the manufacture of graphene. Each one has its advantages and disadvantages and each presents an array of challenges that must be overcome before the material can be produced on an industrial scale. One company in particular, CVD Equipment Corporation, has stolen the march in this respect when it brought to market the first graphene products made from its chemical vapour deposition method of production. However, three other methods remain that could outclass this production method and leave early investors out of pocket. Mechanical exfoliation, chemical exfoliation and bottom-up production from nanoscale carbon molecules are all potential rivals in the graphene production stakes and any duly diligent investor would be well advised to look further into these processes.

Much has been made of high mineralisation graphite mines from which can only be obtained the high grade graphite flakes required of some process. Yet with alternative methods of production and new technologies arising regularly the requirement of such high grade primary material may be an anachronism in several years time. Investors are therefore advised to keep a close eye on developments in the field lest their sure bet graphite mine investment becomes a poor relation to more technologically astute investments.

Two caveats bare repetition, as always do your own research before investing and never invest more than you are prepared to lose. The graphene industry is sure to be here for many years to come, all that remains is ensuring that you are on the right side of the market.

I think 2012 will be an OK year for stock investors.  Politics has a way of keeping things rosy through an election.  I’m fine with that, as long as we all know it we can make some money from it.  I won’t be blindly holding all of my stock investments forever.  However, I don’t see a better place to invest overall than the US stock market this year.   This article will cover my long and short top stock picks for 2012.

My Long Top Stock Pick

My top stock pick for 2012 is Pepsi (PEP).  It’s one of those staples that will plow right through a bad economy.  It’s not going out of business, it’s sales won’t dry up to nothing if things stay rough, it can be afforded on a unemployment check budget, and most importantly it has a 3.2% dividend yield right now while I wait for appreciation.  Beat that 30 year treasury yield (what crazy times we live in.)  Look at the chart for Pepsi:

Pepsi (PEP) Jan 2012

Even in rough times Pepsi is a cash producer, dividend yielding, and has upside potential.  I’m even a Coke (KO) drinker personally, but I have to choose Pepsi for my stock of choice right now. It’s been a fairly tight trading range for awhile now, so I wouldn’t worry about timining too much because the yield justifies the time.

Top Stock Picks 2012 Short

My top stock pick that is a short play is Union Pacific (UNP).  This is my speculative play.  I have a feeling the oil line from Canada will get through.  As the election moves forward energy independence will be a hot topic and this will push for more drilling which will push lower oil prices which has been UNP (railways) best friend.  This stock has historically grown at around 9%, but has been on a trajectory more like 12% recently.  It doesn’t have the types of earning growth potential that a new hot tech stock does and I don’t believe it deserves this valuation.  If the stock price turns and the 50 day crosses back under the 200 day moving average I would short UNP.

UNP Jan 2012

Those are my two big choices at the beginning of investing year 2012. I certainly don’t recommend just having two stocks in a portfolio, these are intended to be talking points on my thoughts on investing this year.  However, it will be fun to look back this time next year and see how I did.

I’m trying to get the value back into Easy Learn Stock Market this year.  If you have any comments or questions feel free to contact me or comment on this page.

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These are only my thoughts and opinions.  However, since they are not influenced by any major government, political, or commercial interest they are at least honest.  (I know I’m a bit jaded).  Here are a few of my stock market predictions over a few different time periods.

Stock Market Predictions from now until 2012

The US equity market will continue to be highly volatile between now and the end of 2012.  The US is heading into a recession, but so are much of the 1^st world nations.  As bad unemployment and other economic indicators continue to roll out the stock market will continue to fall.  However, money will continue to flow to the US equity markets from other nations as they struggle and their currencies fall.  Interest rates will remain low, and quite possibly go lower so the savers will continue to be hurt.  Nowhere to hide your money.  My best bet is cash and the highest stock dividends in US staples.  (Food, Medical)

US Stock Market Predictions for 2012

The stock market throughout 2012 will remain choppy and overall flat to slightly down.  The government will be unable to accomplish anything as they are way too concerned with their reelection campaigns and with the republicans controlling the house, democrats controlling the senate, and a democratic president no real bills will get passed.  The state of affairs as they are now is the law of the land until after the election.  Since the majority of the country is very unhappy with economic affairs in the United States then market sentiment will continue to be bad.  I intend on keeping tight stop losses, even on my 401k, to prevent large losses, buying in after big market drops, and practicing my day trading skills.  Good traders will make great money.  Bad money managers and gamblers will go broke.

US Stock Market Predictions for after 2012

After the elections the market will improve if either party takes control.   Doing something will seem better than doing nothing.  My personal feelings are if the direction is towards debt reduction then 2012 will remain flat, but will become very strong going forward.  If the direction is towards stimulus then 2012 could be strong, but after that we could begin to see stagflation as the interest on debt due to increased debt with increased market rates will become too large to handle.

US Stock Market Predictions for the Long Term

The US is still the most successful nation and there is no better nation to grow going forward.  The Europeans are trapped in socialism with Portugal, Italy, Greece, and Spain holding them down, the Chinese are trapped by their communism where eventually the billions of poor will revolt, and the commodity rich Africans have no political strength.  The US will succeed and is the best bet for running a small business from, owning any asset class, and long term stock market investments.

A lot of people are interested in knowing more about the best investments for 2011. The preceding year has been difficult one as people were not too successful by making investment in the areas they thought would provide great results. Before thinking on how to invest in 2011, you should first sit and identify your goals for this year. Aside from this, you should do adequate research to ensure that you place odds in your favor.

Proper investment management

If you are unable to handle this yourself, you can hire the services of an reputable investment service. This will not only save you lots of time, but you will be able to earn handsome profits by investing your money in the promising areas.

How to invest in a proper way?

You should never make a big investment in any one investment vehicle but spread your risk by making smaller investments in various schemes.

So what are the Best investments in the year 2011?

1. Mutual Funds -They offer one of the best investment options to you in 2001. Mutual funds have maintained good track record since decades and you can easily diversify your investment in numerous investment vehicles. This way, you are not placing all your eggs in just one basket and are minimizing your risks.

2. Gold & Silver - These precious metals provide stable returns over a period of time. Usually, they are volatile in price and you should avoid investing in the paper contracts or the futures. Instead, you should study the spot prices of these metals and purchase the physical silver and the gold bullion.

3. Real Estate – Both, residential and commercial real estate will shine in 2011. If you can negotiate well, you can definitely get some of the best deals in the real estate. With the current prices on the lower side, you can easily spot the bargain and make deals. Target evolving cities where massive development is taking place and negotiate on the properties that are close to the shopping centers and schools.

4. Commodities –They have performed well in 2010 and will excel in 2011 as well.

How to find some of the best places to invest:

It would be better if you work as per the advice of an experienced broker as they are aware of the current trends and can guide you on the best places where you can invest your hard earned money in a proper way.