Monthly Archives: December 2008

What is Hoyle? Fast Money CNBC?

mcaz0909 asked: I have heard the guys on the CNBC Show, Fast Money, make reference to Hoyle(Not sure of spelling). They seem to mention it as a reference, “According to Hoyle” or “if you go by what hoyle says”. I … Continue reading

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Origins of the Subprime Scandal

Danny Schechter asked: If there’s a word that is universally invoked in the world of finance, it’s “transparency.” The word comes to us from the 16th century with the connotation of “shining through,” The idea is simple. Transparency is about … Continue reading

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CNBC Million Dollar Portfolio Challenge?

Andrew D asked: In the contest, when you buy a stock after hours, when does it show up in your portfolio? If it doesn’t show up the next day, then some of my trading strategies are rendered worthless. Thanks for … Continue reading

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how do day traders profit if brokers charge them 7 bucks for a trade?

Corey asked: just a little confused on how you can make money from day trading or trading penny stocks. if you buy and sell penny stocks isn’t it costing you more money than it is making you? you buy at … Continue reading

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Now that ‘W R Hambrecht’ has initiated coverage on CMGI, will it take over the top spot on CNBC “MILLION $$”?

hELi}{nEbULa*[NGC7293] asked: http://contests.cnbc.com/milliondollar/main.do?__source=GGL|CAMP029CNBC_Million+Dollar+Portfolio|ADGP013CNBC_Specific|KWRD004cnbc&sky=GGL|CAMP029CNBC_Million+Dollar+Portfolio|ADGP013CNBC_Specific|KWRD004cnbc Million Dollar Challenge – Home Thank you ‘phantomtrader2′ !!!Diesel MPG.

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Why won’t CNBC Million Dollar Contest allow me to sell my pretend stock?

skahhh asked: Tried to sell some and buy some today between 3PM and 4PM and the program would not allow me to sell and consequently I could not buy either? What gives? I tried to contact their customer support. They … Continue reading

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Why did the stock market tank after Obama was selected?

Buck Ofama asked: CNBC’s Melissa Lee termed a “tailspin.” Nov. 5 and 6 losses became the worst two-day decline since the 1987 crash,Ferrari

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trouble logging on cnbc contest page?

sb0983 asked: I have been having trouble logging on cnbc contest page to view my portfolio and to answer the daily questions? Is there anybody out there that is having this problem?energy saving water heaters

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Where is Dylan Ratigan? does anyone know if he has left CNBC? What is he working on?

Throwing Stones asked: I guess I missed any official word, does anyone have an idea or news?Mechanics for exotics

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How could a 14 year old make good, fast money?

thenextphaneuf asked: How could a 14 year old make good, fast money? I am 14, and I need 200 bucks in five days. I’ve posted fliers around the neighborhood for yard work, or if people need a job done. If … Continue reading

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