ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The market is anemic at best, so shorting stocks makes sense. But when there is blood in the streets, there is an even greater opportunity if you know what to look for.
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...Large companies break away nonperforming businesses into spinoffs while also burdening them with huge debts at the same time. However, for short-sellers, this represents the closest thing to a sure winner as they come.
ARTICLE SYNOPSIS...The VIX--often referred to as the fear index--can be harnessed for a defensive strategy. You may be able to hedge your portfolio using short-selling signals based on the VIX. Here's how