Friday WaveWrap

September 5, 2008

Many investors are bargain-hunting in beaten-down sectors, but these days the great secular growth stocks are few and far between, making this strategy tricky. And, while I hate to be the bearer of bad news, we've received confirmation from the ChangeWave Alliance that this recession and bear market are hanging on strong -- at least for the time being. So you can expect more downside action before things start to turn around.

That's why now is the perfect time to revisit two Rants from earlier this summer that give you a safer -- and much more profitable -- way to beat this bear. There are profits to be made on the long side, but if you're looking for truly spectacular gains in this kind of market, you have to consider shorts. And before you get started playing the short side, make sure to check out ChangeWave Shorts Editor Michael Shulman's article on his top five rules for playing the "dark side."

Hit ’em straight,

Toby

Cashing in on Bad News: The headlines are full of doom and gloom, but if investors adjust their strategies, profits can still be made. ChangeWave's Toby Smith outlines the troubles we face and how to make money when the news is bad. Watch Video … Listen to Audio …

Double Your Money in an Ugly Market: Don't let this lousy market get you down. There are huge profits to be made from falling stocks regardless of the overall market's direction. ChangeWave Shorts Editor Michael Shulman tells you how. Watch Video … Listen to Audio …

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