Posts Tagged MRK
A reasonable gauge of market sentiment is the Put/Call Ratio. This is the ratio of the volume of put options to the volume of call options. Alternatively, open interest can be used in the calculation, as opposed to volume. The ratio has become a commonly used indicator to determine if investors a
06.7.2010| Market Sentiment | Tech Talk
Companies have been increasing their dividends as of recent. With earnings improving and prospects for growth optimistic, corporations are feeling generous enough to offer incentives to purchase their stock. Many stocks are still revealing valuations that are below where they should be u
05.13.2010| Fundamentals | Tech Talk
Highlighting: Merck & Co., Inc. (Public, NYSE:MRK) It appears healthcare has received a tranquilizer boost, posting nice gains across the sector on Friday. Healthcare stocks customarily show positive seasonal tendencies beginning around this timeframe. However, guidance by s
04.25.2010| Technical Analysis | Tech Talk
A reasonable gauge of market sentiment is the Put/Call Ratio. This is the ratio of the volume of put options to the volume of call options. Alternatively, open interest can be used in the calculation, as opposed to volume. The ratio has become a commonly used indicator to determine if investors a
04.14.2010| Market Sentiment | Tech Talk