Articles for author: Ron Finklestien

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Significant Friday Options Trends: PLTR, UPS, WYNN

Key Options Trading Highlights for Major S&P 500 Companies Looking at options trading activity among components of the S&P 500 index, Palantir Technologies Inc (Symbol: PLTR) is notable today. A total of 608,920 contracts have been traded, which represents approximately 60.9 million underlying shares since each contract corresponds to 100 shares. This volume is equivalent to 57.1% of PLTR’s average daily trading volume of 106.7 million shares over the past month. A significant volume was recorded for the $60 strike put option expiring April 25, 2025, with 31,195 contracts traded today, equating to around 3.1 million underlying shares of PLTR.

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Cocoa Prices Climb as Dollar Weakens

Cocoa Prices Make Gains as Supply Outlook Improves May ICE NY cocoa (CCK25) is currently up +76 (+0.95%), while May ICE London cocoa #7 (CAK25) has increased by +92 (+1.49%). Today’s cocoa prices have bounced back from earlier losses, benefiting from a decline in the dollar (DXY00). Following a drop to 4-1/2 month lows last Friday, cocoa prices have remained stable, consolidating their recent declines. Recent Market Trends Over the last five weeks, cocoa prices have struggled and reached 4-1/2 month lows last Friday, thanks to an improved supply outlook. The International Cocoa Organization (ICCO) reported on February 28 that

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

DFEM Breaks Critical Support at Moving Average Indicator

Dimensional Emerging Markets Core Equity ETF Falls Below 200-Day Average On Friday, shares of the Dimensional Emerging Markets Core Equity 2 ETF (Symbol: DFEM) dipped below their 200-day moving average, which stands at $26.87. The shares traded as low as $26.66 each, marking a decline of approximately 1.5% for the day. The performance chart below illustrates the one-year trajectory of DFEM shares alongside its 200-day moving average: Within the context of its 52-week performance, DFEM has recorded a low of $24.48 per share and a high of $28.865. The most recent trading price was $26.62, situating it toward the lower

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

“Telephone & Data Systems’ Series VV Preferred Stock Achieves Yield Exceeding 8.5%”

Strong Yield Offers Opportunity in Telephone & Data Systems Preferred Stock In trading on Friday, shares of Telephone & Data Systems Inc’s 6.00% Dep Shares Series VV Cumulative Preferred Stock (Symbol: TDS.PRV) yielded above 8.5%. This yield is based on its quarterly dividend, which annualizes to $1.50. On that day, shares were trading as low as $17.52. When compared to the average yield of 6.84% in the “Utilities” preferred stock category, TDS.PRV stands out significantly. Furthermore, TDS.PRV was trading at a remarkable 28.92% discount to its liquidation preference amount, in contrast to the average discount of 20.75% found within the

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Chart Industries’ Series B Preferred Stock Sees Yield Exceeding 6%

Chart Industries’ Preferred Shares Yield Over 6% Amid Market Volatility In trading on Friday, shares of Chart Industries Inc’s 6.75% Series B Mandatory Convertible Preferred Stock (Symbol: GTLS.PRB) yielded over 6% based on its quarterly dividend, which is annualized to $3.375. On that day, shares were seen trading as low as $54.91. According to Preferred Stock Channel, this yield is notably lower than the average yield of 11.58% in the “Industrial Machinery & Equipment” preferred stock category. As of the last close, GTLS.PRB traded at a 16.42% premium to its liquidation preference amount. This contrasts with the average discount of

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

JEMA Stock Slips Below 200-Day Moving Average

JEMA ETF Shares Fall Below 200-Day Moving Average On Friday, trading activity revealed that shares of the JEMA ETF (Symbol: JEMA) dipped below their 200-day moving average, currently set at $38.74. The shares traded as low as $38.60, reflecting a loss of approximately 1.3% for the day. The chart below illustrates the performance of JEMA shares over the past year compared to the 200-day moving average: As depicted in the chart, JEMA’s 52-week trading range shows a low point of $34.80 per share and a high of $42.21, with the most recent trade recorded at $38.60. Click here to find

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

“SPY and JUNP Experience Significant ETF Outflows”

ETF Outflows Analyze: SPY and JUNP See Significant Decreases In examining the latest data on units outstanding from the ETFs monitored by ETF Channel, it was noted that the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) experienced the largest overall outflow. A total of 36,450,000 units vanished, marking a 3.4% decline compared to the previous week. During the morning trading session, major components of SPY, such as Apple and Nvidia, reflected a downturn, with shares of Apple down approximately 1.4% and Nvidia dropping about 1.2%. Furthermore, when considering percentage changes, the ETF witnessing the most drastic outflow was the JUNP ETF.

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Why Now is the Time to Invest in MarketAxess: Key Factors to Consider

MarketAxess Holdings Inc. Thrives Despite Rising Expenses MarketAxess Holdings Inc. (MKTX) is currently benefitting from increasing commissions, strategic acquisitions, and partnerships, along with a solid financial foundation that supports growth and shareholder returns. Current Zacks Rank and Stock Performance MarketAxess holds a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) at this time. Over the last month, the stock has risen by 12.9%, contrasting with the industry average, which has declined by 4.4%. During the same period, the Zacks Finance sector and the S&P 500 index saw decreases of 1.4% and 2.8%, respectively. Image Source: Zacks Investment Research Strong Growth Projection for MarketAxess The

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

DFAE Experiences Significant Drop Below Key Moving Average

Dimensional Emerging Core Equity Market ETF Falls Below Key Average On Friday, shares of the Dimensional Emerging Core Equity Market ETF (Symbol: DFAE) dipped below their 200-day moving average of $26.14, trading as low as $26.06 per share. Currently, shares are down approximately 1.4% for the day. The chart below illustrates the one-year performance of DFAE shares in relation to its 200-day moving average: Examining the chart reveals that DFAE’s lowest point in the past 52 weeks is $23.711 per share, while the highest point is $28.195. The latest trade occurred at $26.02. Click here to discover which 9 other

March 28, 2025

Ron Finklestien

Stock Market Plummets Amidst Economic Concerns

US Stock Markets Dip Amid Economic Worries and Inflation Concerns The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) is down -1.53% today, while the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) has decreased by -1.35%. The Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is showing a steeper decline, down -1.98%. Additionally, June E-mini S&P futures (ESM25) are down -1.59%, and June E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQM25) have dropped -2.02%. Stock indexes are falling due to concerns regarding US trade policies, evidenced by today’s economic data reflecting weaker-than-expected household demand and persistent inflation trends. For February, personal spending rose less than expected while the core PCE price index, which the