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Here are my opinions on the top prospects in the 2014 International class based on the sparse video that is available. There are some assumptions here but we are talking about 16 year olds.
With some players, it is easy to see the talent immediately. I wish I had run times on some of these guys to have a bit more information on whether they can play up the middle or have to move to a corner but I will have to just make judgement calls based off of body style and actions. I did not do an overall rating but I have them in the order I like them by position.
Christopher Acosta, R/R, 6'3", 170, D.R.
Acosta is long and lean. He has a nice loose arm and a clean delivery. His breaking ball has some bite too it and he looks like he should gain a few ticks on his fastball. I'd be surprised if he isn't a 7 figure guy. He seems like a safe pick with high upside and I think he will be generally regarded as the best arm in this class until these guys start making an impact stateside in 2015-2016.
Huascar Ynoa, R/R, 6'2", 190, D.R.
Huascar is Michael's younger brother but isn't quite the prospect the elder Ynoa was or is but he may need 4-5 years to figure it out as well. He is very raw but the stuff may project to be the most dominant in this class, it just lacks consistency and command. If I had to bet on one arm to be a future ace, I would bet on Ynoa but I would need big odds because he could be a guy who never repeats enough to make it work. On the other hand, an ace is worth 100 million+, he'll get 1 million+. 100:1 odds, I can handle that.
Anderson Espinoza, R/R, 5'10", 150, Venezuela
With MLB.com dropping a Pedro Martinez comp on him, expectations are high. The fact he has a simple delivery, can spin a breaking ball and shows a good change, he should get 7 figures. I do not see the next Pedro in him. Martinez was an extraordinary arm with a unique physique who could do things with the baseball that few if anyone has ever done before. That means Espinoza would have to possess everything Pedro did and then some to get to that point and to just name one thing, Espinoza doesn't have the hands that Pedro did. Aim lower on his ceiling but he could still be very good.
Carlos Herrera, R/R, 6'3", 150, D.R.
Herrera is another tall, skinny pitcher with a live arm. His fastball is light compared to what some are said to possess but there is more in there. There is some effort to his delivery, so he will likely be labeled a reliever early on but I love the breaking ball and am impressed by the movement on his pitches.
Juan Meza, R/R, 6', 170, Venezuela
Meza has a nice, smooth delivery and repeats well. He looks like a good athelte and his fastball is in the mid to upper 80's like most of the top arms. His changeup looks excellent but I didn't see a good breaking ball. From his arm slot, a good breaking ball would be difficult. He may end up working on a slider but he's 16 and has a live arm. I bet he's a 7 figure guy as well.
Franklin Perez, R/R, 6', 180, Venezuela
Perez has a strong muscular frame and has good physical maturity already. He has a solid low 90's fastball with the potential to be a guy who can pop 95 in the future if he continues to improve. He is new to the mound and was mostly a 3B until recently. He has shown a breaking ball but it is rudimentary. He gets excellent downhill momentum in his pitches and uses his body well.
Tomas Alastre, R/R, 6'3", 169, Venezuela
Tall and lean, Alastre has a lot of work to do to fill out his big frame. He has a good fastball and can spin a breaking ball as well. His delivery looks awkward and mechanical to me but the arm strength is there.
Miguel Flames, R/R, 6'1", 210, Venezuela
Has a strong sweeping swing. He has a lot of potential with the bat. He is slow and built like a catcher after being a 3B in the recent past.. He's the best catcher on the int'l market and could be strong at the plate and defensively.
Lenin Rodriguez, R/R, 5'10", 176, Venezuela
Not a great athelte and is a little stiff but he has the type of bat that could turn into a superstar. It is smooth and repeatable and stays in the zone a long time. Considering he is short and stocky, he will need to watch his weight to stick at catcher. Since he is short, 1B isn't a good option so he'd be a DH type so the bat has to be really good.
Ricardo Rodriguez, R/R, 5'10", 180, Venezuela
Rodriguez has good footwork and catch and throw skills. He looks to be one of the better defenders in the class. I'm not a fan of the bat but he should hit for some power. He may be a defense first catcher or a backup if he makes it to the big leagues.
Brandon Benavente, R/R, 5'10", 190, Venezuela
Solid footwork. Fluid actions behind the dish. He should be able to stick behind the dish but his body will need to be watched as well. He has a solid, simple swing but he won't be a great hitter. He will struggle with off speed pitch and pitches on the outside half.
Jhandro Alfaro, R/R, 5'8", 200, Colombia
Solid defensively, Alfaro is Jorge's younger brother. He is smaller and doesn't have the loud tools but has a solid swing from both sides of the plate. He is a good defender and should be able to stick behind the dish.
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Gilbert Lara, R/R, 6'3", 203, D.R.
Lara has some of the loudest power in this class. He has incredible torque in his swing. He will likely be listed as a SS when he signs but there is no chance he stays there. 3B may even be a stretch for him but the bat will play. His aggresive swing may cause some swing and miss issues but the power should play and he will be one of the highest payed players in this class.
Nelson Gomez, R/R, 6'2", 219, D.R.
Gomez is almost a bat only prospect. His thick legs and stiff hands don't look like they will let him stay at 3B in the long run. I would expect that he's a 1B/LF type as he moves up the pro ranks. He doesn't square the ball as often as I would expect from a corner bat type. He has big power and will get big money but I wouldn't put too much in on him.
Dermis Garcia, R/R, 6'2", 182, D.R.
Garcia has a long swing that has a bit of a slow trigger at times. I think he will struggle a lot with good pitching without changes to his swing. There is a lot of raw power there but he sells out a lot for power. He will be listed as a shortstop but he's a 3B and should be a solid defender there. If he can put it all together, he could be an elite talent.
Gabriel Corporan, R/R, 6'5", 200, D.R.
Good power potential from a physically mature build. Too much of a pull approach now. Stocky body could be a concern down the line but he has a solid line drive swing and should hit for average power.
Kenny Hernandez, L/R, 6', 160, Venezuela
Simple clean swing. Gets good extension through the ball. Defensively, he may be a 3B but could have to shift to 1B or the OF. I'm not sure how fast he is so I'm not sure if he could handle a corner OF spot. If he's a 1B, he will really have to hit and at this point he's a gap to gap guy. He could be an impressive average hitting prospect with solid power along the lines in a few years or be completely disregarded if he doesn't hit and has to be relegated to 1B.
Pedro Gonzalez, R/R, 6'4", 160, D.R.
There is almost no chance that Gonzalez stays in the infield without ending up at 1B. His long, lean frame that looks more like 6'6" than 6'4" already is kind of scary. He is all projection. He has a bit of a long swing but he has a lot of bat control and quick, strong wrists that guide the bat through the zone. It would not surprise me to see him as a 6'6", 240 LB first baseman in the majors with an average bat and above average power but then again he could keep growing and loose coordination very easily. He is very hard to pin down because of the physicallity.
Ricky Aracena, S/R, 5'8", 155, D.R.
Smooth and direct with his swing. His swing from the left side seems a bit more natural but both are excellent. Short and quick to the ball, he often hits it out front and hits it hard. He is small but he has good range, solid footwork and enough arm for SS.
Hyo-Jun Park, L/R, 6'2", 165, South Korea
The easy comp here is Hak Ju Lee but I don't think that works. From the video, it looks like Park has a lot more power and hits the ball with much more authority. His defensive actions look ok and he may be more well suited at 3B if he has the arm for it. He has somewhat awkward movements and long legs that make me think he won't play well up the middle. Very interesting bat to go with good athleticism though.
Wilkerman Garcia, L/R, 5'11", 168, Venezuela
Garcia has the build of a 2B and will likely move off SS to 2B in the future. He has great barrel awareness and contact ability. His easy swing is a great asset and I think he will be the kind of guy to hit for a high average and rack up doubles while knocking a few over the fence just because he squares it up well enough. He has a controlled approach which is much different than many of the international talents. It's kind of cool to see him stay within himself.
Adrian Rondon, R/R, 6'1", 175, D.R.
Rondon has a pure contact approach with minimal power. He has quick wrists but his swing looks like it can get long. He has good hand eye coordination and should be able to improve enough to have a usable bat. The defensive skills are excellent and he should be a solid defensive short stop. Some say he is the best prospect in the class and maybe with more viewings I would get it but from the videos I have seen, I can't say that.
Amado Nunez, R/R, 6'2", 178, D.R.
Nunez is a long, lean athelte that has a simple, fluid swing. Currently he doesn't have big power but as he grows and fills out, he should add power. He may have to slide over to 3B as he gains weight but he should add power as he does to become an average to above average power hitter as well. His contact ability is impressive.
Arquimedes Gamboa, S/R, 5'11", 158, Venezuela
I haven't seen video of him but he's said to be able to stick up the middle and have a solid bat.
Elwin Tejeda
Will move to 3B in the future but could have the bat to make that work. Simple swing with good contact ability. Uses his wrists well. I really like the polish here.
Miguel Angel Sierra, R/R, 6', 160, Venezuela
Good defender but may have to move to 2B if the arm isn't strong enough. Good footwork. He's a defense first guy as the bat is just a contact oriented approach. He looks like a gamer whose play will exceed his tools.
Diego Castillo, R/R, 5'10", 150, Venezuela
Looks smooth defensively but doesn't look to have a lot of foot speed. He may have to slide over to 2B but he has very good infield actions. His bat is below average but he makes good contact.
Christopher Torres, S/R, 6', 170, D.R.
Torres looks to have very good defensive actions and should be able to stick up the middle but I don't believe in the bat at all.
Juan De Leon, R/R, 6'1", 175, D.R.
De Leon has big time bat speed. He impacts the ball on every swing. He has solid OF actions that will allow him to be an asset wherever he plays in the OF. He has an extremely high ceiling and still looks like a fairly safe bet comparitively. I would expect he gets near the top of the bonus list this year.
Ronny Rafael, R/R, 6', 177, D.R.
Simple swing with fast hands. Muscular durable frame that looks the part of a top prospect. Good speed and solid arm from the OF. He has loud tools from his compact frame.
Antonio Arias, R/R, 6'2", 180, Venezuela
Arias has long limbs and a loose swing. I like the swing and atheticism. He doesn't have huge power but should hit his fair share of extra base hits. Without seeing him run, he looks like a center fielder based on his frame.
Brayan Hernandez, R/R, 6'1", 170, Venezuela
A great example of how difficult projecting these guys is. He has a great swing from the left side but needs about 25 lbs before his power will reach it's potential. I don't like the swing as much from the right side but it is still solid. Defensively, he looks to be a LF or CF if he has the foot speed.
Bryan Emery, S/R, 6'4", 195, Colombia
Really good athelte. Likely a RF but has the bat to make it work. Not a lot of power right now but the swing is great. He has a huge frame and is already pretty physically mature. He could have a really high ceiling.
Bryan Pena, L/?, , , D.R.
Huge power potential. Big uppercut from a strong, handsy swing. The swing doesn't lend itself to contact but all I've seen is BP, so it's hard to tell. The power alone is enough for six figures if not more. I would love to see more of this guy to give a better assessment.
Jonathan Amundaray, R/R, 6'2", 175, Venezuela
More of an athelte than a baseball player. He's an intriguing prospect to most but I don't see the hitting ability of a major leaguer. He looks like he's having a hard time even in BP.
Julio Martinez, R/R, 6'3", 183, D.R.
Good hitter. Keeps his hands inside the ball well. Really slow running. Not very good defensively in the OF. May end up at 1B so the pressure will be on the bat more.
Alexander Paredes, R/R, 6'2", 170, D.R.
Very good arm. Solid looking athlete. Squares the ball. Very pull oriented right now.
Juan Yepez, 3B, Venezuela
OF's A few other names: Daniel Brito, Eriberto Franco, Frailyn Serra, Juan Ventura, Kevin Vicuna, Wilmer Reyes, Israel Feliz
SS's Other Names: Esmerlin Gonzalez, Julio Suarez, Melvin Mendez, Rafioly Urena, Wander Cabrera, Yeremi Rosario
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Bonus Estimates:
|Bonus Est.
|Adrian Rondon
|Gilbert Lara
|Dermis Garcia
|Juan De Leon
|Nelson Gomez
|Brayan Hernandez
|Anderson Espinoza
|Christopher Acosta
|Juan Meza
|Johathan Amundaray
|Wilkerman Garcia
|Pedro Gonzalez
|Hyo-Jun Park
|Arquimedes Gamboa
|Kenny Hernandez
|Antonio Arias
|Bryan Pena
|Ricky Aracena
|Bryan Emery
|Huascar Ynoa
|Franklin Perez
|Christopher Torres
|Miguel Angel Sierra
|Ronny Rafael
|Miguel Flames
|Diego Castillo
|Lenin Rodriguez
|Julio Martinez
|Ricardo Rodriguez
|Amado Nunez
|Yeremi Rosario
|Brandon Benavente
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Senior captain Bryan Koh moved to 6-0 on the year with a win at No. 7 against the Saints (Gil Talbot).
CANTON, N.Y. – The No. 4 Harvard men's squash team earned its seventh-straight victory with a 6-3 win over No. 7 St. Lawrence on Sunday afternoon. Harvard recorded its fifth defeat of a top-10 team during the stretch win the victory over the Saints.
Harvard (7-0, 3-0 Ivy) found itself in a tight contest with St. Lawrence (7-2), as four matches needed a fifth game to decide the winner. The Crimson won two of those, along with four matches by a 3-1 margin, to knock off the hosts.
Senior captains Bryan Koh and Devin McLaughlin, along with freshmen Sean Hughes and Timothy Brownell, continued to lead the way for Harvard, winning in their respective matches to remain undefeated on the year.
Senior Dylan Murray and junior Madhav Dhingra battled to take home the fifth game in their matches, giving Murray his fifth win and Dhingra his fourth victory this season.
The Crimson now looks ahead to Ivy League competition as it hosts Columbia and Cornell at the Murr Center Squash Courts Feb. 4-5.
No. 1 Mohamed El Gawarhy def. Saadeldin Abouaish (H) – (3-2)
No. 2 Ahmed Bayoumy def. Bradley Smith (H) – (3-0)
No. 3. Madhav Dhingra (H) def. Karim Ibrahim – (3-2)
No. 4. Timothy Brownell (H) def. Moustafa Bayoumy – (3-1)
No. 5. Belal Nawar def. David Ryan (H) – (3-2
No. 6. Sean Hughes (H) def. Lenard Puski – (3-1)
No. 7. Bryan Koh (H) def. Lockie Munro – (3-1)
No. 8. Dylan Murray (H) def. Hussein Elrayes – (3-2)
No. 9. Devin McLaughlin (H) def. George Willis – (3-0)
No. 4 Men's Squash Rolls at No. 7 St. Lawrence, 6-3
Senior captain Bryan Koh moved to 6-0 on the year with a win at No. 7 against the Saints (Gil Talbot).


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Monday, September 26, 2011
Gold & Silver Pullback Profit Opportunity
I don't have a stock pick this week because I don't see any low-risk high-reward buys or sells this Monday. If stocks sell off more, short-sell on the breakout to the downside. If 1104.54 on the SP500 gives way, I see major support at 1084.45 to 1075.91, and if that support gives way, I see the next major support at 944.41 to 936.37. If the SP500 can hold at 1114.21 plus, it has some potential upside providing it can move above 1141.73. If it does move above 1141.73, it will be running into stiff resistance at 1233.66 to 1248.99. Instead this week I have some potential profit opportunity on the big sell-off in Gold and Silver you can review below.
A few weeks ago I wrote about how gold was starting to top and that everyone should expect a very sharp drop to the low $1600 area. How I came to this conclusion was though the use of inter-market analysis combining price patterns, gold futures volume, the dollar index and market sentiment. This allowed me to understand what the majority of other traders/investors were thinking and feeling. By knowing each of these market variables and crowd behavior I can accurately see into the future a few days with a high probability of success and most importantly with low downside risk.
At the time when I forecasted gold to reach the low $1600 area gold was still building the top pattern so I could not say how long a recovering would likely take nor did I know exactly when to re-enter a long position. But now that we have seen how gold arrived at my target price I can form a new forecast.
Spot Gold Price Forecast – Daily Chart:
The gold chart below clearly shows rising volatility along with my topping pattern of three surges to new highs. It was August 31st when I warned subscribers and my followers that gold was about to top and that everyone should be taking profits or at least tightening their stops to lock in gains. Only three days later gold topped and it has not stopped falling since.
On August 8th gold had a large opening gap to the upside. This means the price opened the next day much higher from where it closed the previous session. It's important to note that gaps especially for gold almost always get filled within a couple months. Seeing this gave me a solid reason to think that gold should pullback to this level during the next big correction in price.
Also during the month of August gold had to pullbacks only to continue to make the third and final high. This told me that when the top is put in place was a very high probability that we see the price of gold drop below both of Augusts' lows and that would trigger stop orders sending the market sharply lower.
Now that we are seeing the stops being flushed out of the market it means the majority of speculative traders have exited their positions. So speculative traders who caused the large surge in gold to take place are now out. Once all the speculative traders have exited which should take place in the coming weeks or two we can expect some type of bounce or rally. I will keep a close eye on the intraday charts for subscribers as we near a potentially major trade setup.
Where are we in this gold bull market?
Well I feel gold is more fairly priced between $1632- $1660 area. Currently gold is trading at $1660 but if things play out like I have seen in the past we just may get one more dip this week to the $1600 area before gold truly puts in a bottom. Because gold went from a new high all the way down to Friday's panic selling washout instead of a controlled ABC correction I feel a bottom will be more of a one day event. This type of bottom carries more risk and is more difficult to time and trade. So scaling in with a small position at this level and adding on a drop to $1630 then $1600 could prove to be the safest way into a gold position.
Forward looking I see gold bottoming over the next week or two then a nice relief rally to the $1775 area. Depending on how gold arrives there will alter my next gold forecast so let's wait and see how things unfold.
Spot Silver Price Forecast – Weekly Chart:
Silver I call the Un-Safe haven because to me it's not a safe haven in the way everyone's believes it be. I hear and see everyone including friends and family selling all their stocks and putting their money into silver. To me buying large amounts of silver with your retirement money is just ridiculous. I m sure my statement here will trigger an inbox of silver-perma-bulls (silver bugs) to send me hate mail but that's fine as my assistant filters my emails so I don't have to keep being reminded how rude some humans can be over an simple opinion…
Investments that can lose 25% in value within 2 days or lose 40% of it's value in 5 months should not be traded nor invested in with large portions of anyone's life savings, especially if you are over the age of 50 and have not proven to be a constantly profitable trader. No one can stomach losing that much of their nest egg.
That being said I do feel silver is in a similar situation as gold. I do feel a bottom is near. Silver has formed an ABC correction and the price and volume patterns seem to be in line with a typical bottoming pattern. After Friday's massive selloff I feel silver may slide a little lower yet before putting in a bottom.
One thing to keep in mind with silver is that it is very thinly traded; there are a lot of speculative traders involved which push and pull the price to extreme levels on a regular basis. So if the broad stock market continues to sell off sharply then I expect silver to follow suit.
Pre-Week Precious Metals Trend Analysis Trading Conclusion:
The price action we have seen this year for both gold and silver indicate were are just warming up for something really big to happen. It could be a massive parabolic rally to ridiculous new highs in 2012 or it could be a large unwinding of the safe havens as countries sort out their issues and the big money starts moving out of metals and into currencies and stocks.
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Thursday, September 22, 2011
Currency Gold Silver Copper Forecast Outlook
The December Dollar closed higher on Wednesday as it extends this week's
rally. The high-range close sets the stage for a steady to higher opening on
Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI are overbought but are turning neutral to
bullish signaling that sideways to higher prices are possible near-term. If
December renews the rally off August's low, the 62% retracement level of this
year's decline crossing at 79.16 is the next upside target. Closes below the
20-day moving average crossing at 76.21 would confirm that a short-term top has
been posted. First resistance is last Monday's high crossing at 78.30. Second
resistance is the 62% retracement level of this year's decline crossing at
79.16. First support is the 10-day moving average crossing at 77.44. Second
support is the 20-day moving average crossing at 76.21.
The December Euro closed slightly lower on Wednesday and the low-range close
sets the stage for a steady to lower opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the
RSI are neutral to bearish hinting that sideways to lower prices are possible
near-term. If December renews the aforementioned decline, the 62% retracement
level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 132.05 is the next downside target.
Closes above the 20-day moving average crossing at 140.09 are needed to confirm
that a short-term low has been posted. First resistance is last Thursday's high
crossing at 139.25. Second resistance is the 20-day moving average crossing at
140.09. First support is last Monday's low crossing at 135.01. Second support
is the 62% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 132.05.
The December British Pound closed sharply lower on Wednesday as it extends
this week's breakout below the 50% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally
crossing at 1.5732. The low-range close sets the stage for a steady to lower
opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI are oversold but remain neutral to
bearish signaling that sideways to lower prices are possible near-term. If
December extends the aforementioned decline, the 62% retracement level of the
2010-2011-rally crossing at 1.5501 is the next downside target. Closes above
the 20-day moving average crossing at 1.5986 would confirm that a short-term
low has been posted. First resistance is the 10-day moving average crossing at
1.5766. Second resistance is the 20-day moving average crossing at 1.5986.
First support is today's low crossing at 1.5543. Second support is the 62%
retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 1.5501.
The December Swiss Franc closed lower on Wednesday as it renewed the decline
off August's high. The low-range close sets the stage for a steady to lower
opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI are oversold but remain neutral
signaling that sideways to lower prices are possible near-term. If December
extends the decline off August's high, the 62% retracement level of the
2010-2011-rally crossing at .10916 is the next downside target. Closes above
the 20-day moving average crossing at .11863 are needed to confirm that a
short-term low has been posted. First resistance is the 10-day moving average
crossing at .11379. Second resistance is the 20-day moving average crossing at
.11863. First support is today's low crossing at .11155. Second support is the
62% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at .10916.
The December Canadian Dollar closed sharply lower on Wednesday spiking below
the lower boundary of the August-September trading range crossing at 99.51. The
low-range close sets the stage for a steady to lower opening on Thursday.
Stochastics and the RSI have turned bearish signaling that sideways to lower
prices are possible near-term. If December extends the decline off July's high,
the 62% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 97.94 is the next
downside target. Closes above the 20-day moving average crossing at 101.09
would confirm that a short-term low has been posted. First resistance is the
10-day moving average crossing at 100.72. Second resistance is the 20-day
moving average crossing at 101.09. First support is today's low crossing at
99.41. Second support is the 62% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally
crossing at 97.94.
The December Japanese Yen posted a downside reversal on Wednesday as it
consolidated some of the rally off this month's low. The low-range close sets
the stage for a steady to lower opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI
are overbought but remain neutral to bullish signaling that sideways to higher
prices are possible near-term. Closes above August's high crossing at .13173
are needed to renew this year's rally. If December renews the decline off
August's high, the 25% retracement level of the April-August rally crossing at
.12810 is the next downside target. First resistance is August's high crossing
at .13173. First support is this month's low crossing at .12860. Second support
is the 25% retracement level of the April-August rally crossing at .12810.
December Gold closed lower on Wednesday as it consolidates below the 20-day
moving average. The low-range close sets the stage for a steady to lower
opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI are oversold but remain neutral to
bearish signaling that sideways to lower prices are possible near-term. If
December extends this month's decline, the reaction low crossing at 1705.40 is
the next downside target. If December renews this year's rally into uncharted
territory, upside target are hard to project. First resistance is this month's
high crossing at 1920.70. First support is last Friday's low crossing at
1765.40. Second support is the reaction low crossing at 1705.40.
December Silver closed lower on Wednesday as it consolidates below the
July-August uptrend line crossing near 41.185. The low-range close set the
stage for a steady to lower opening on Thursday. Stochastics and the RSI are
oversold but remain neutral to bearish signaling that sideways to lower prices
are possible near-term. If December extends this month's decline, the reaction
low crossing at 38.810 is the next downside target. Closes above the
July-August uptrend line crossing near 41.185 would temper the near-term
bearish outlook. First resistance is the 20-day moving average crossing at
40.932. Second resistance is the July-August uptrend line crossing near 41.185.
First support is the reaction low crossing at 38.810. Second support is
August's low crossing at 37.055.
December Copper closed slightly higher on Wednesday as it consolidates above
the 50% retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 372.15. The
low-range close sets the stage for a steady to lower opening on Thursday.
Stochastics and the RSI are oversold but remain neutral to bearish signaling
that sideways to lower prices are possible near-term. If December extends the
decline off the late-August high, the 62% retracement level of the
2010-2011-rally crossing at 351.22 is the next downside target. Closes above
the 20-day moving average crossing at 401.31 would confirm that a short-term
low has been posted. First resistance is the 10-day moving average crossing at
391.03. Second resistance is the 20-day moving average crossing at 401.31.
First support is Tuesday's low crossing at 370.55. Second support is the 62%
retracement level of the 2010-2011-rally crossing at 351.22.
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Wednesday, September 21, 2011
S&P 500 & the Dollar Ahead of the Fed Statement
The Federal Reserve is holding a two-day meeting Tuesday and Wednesday of this week. Market participants are expecting the Federal Reserve to prop up financial markets yet again with some grand new plan. The fact is the Federal Reserve is running out of bullets.
Interest rates cannot move much lower in terms of the Federal Funds rate, additional quantitative easing seems redundant since Treasury yields are close to all-time lows, and finally a twisting of maturities will do little to alter the current economic conditions. The Federal Reserve is just repeating practices which have proven over a long term do little to create jobs or get the economy moving in the right direction. A stock market rally does not help a person looking for a job!
It is possible that even if the Federal Reserve proposes additional stimulus the market could sell off. I have been trading less in this environment and have been focusing on looking for trade setups that could work regardless of price action. For now I am sitting predominantly in cash waiting to see how price action reacts to the news flow today.
If I had to guess, I continue to believe that the S&P 500 will get back to test the key 1,250 – 1,280 price level. While this resistance level is apparent, Mr. Market will be able to tear up traders if price jams into that resistance zone. Mr. Market loves nothing more than to shake people out of positions. If price works higher I would expect the 1,250 – 1,280 price range to offer just enough risk / reward to get investors and traders involved in a choppy trading environment. The key upside levels on the S&P 500 are shown below on the daily chart of the S&P 500 Index ($SPX):
The flip side of that argument would see the S&P 500 jamming into recent resistance around the 1,230 price level. If prices rolled over and momentum picked up, a test of the recent August lows would likely transpire and could produce a breakdown and a lower low.
When looking at recent price action, the S&P 500 Index has put in a series of higher lows which is a bullish signal, however the S&P 500 has a long road ahead to break out above the 2011 highs. If the S&P 500 carves out a lower high on the S&P 500 Index at 1,230, 1,250, or even 1,280 and subsequently takes out the August lows then the secular bear will be back. The weekly chart of the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) shown below illustrates key support levels:
For now I am just going to sit in cash and wait for Mr. Market to provide me with some better clues. The trading range is pretty wide going from around 1,100 to 1,280. What I will be watching for is a strong move supported with volume that pushes price out of this range. As of the close today, price action was trading around the middle of this range but depending on how price action reacts to the news that comes out this Wednesday it is possible that in coming days we could see a breakout in either direction.
Dow Jones Industrial Average
It will likely surprise long time readers that I am actually going to comment on the Dow. I will keep this brief, but I wanted to point it out to readers as I have not heard much mention of this pattern in the main stream financial media.
Over the weekend I was looking at some longer term charts and I accidentally stumbled across this head and shoulders pattern on a weekly chart of the Dow Jones Industrial Average. I rarely pay much attention to the Dow as I monitor the S&P 500 closely. However, I could not ignore what I was seeing. I also noted that a similar pattern also exists on the S&P 500.
I am generally not the kind of trader who tries to predict where price action will arrive in the distant future. However, I am not going to ignore clear chart patterns that I recognize regardless of the time frame I am looking at.
For those not familiar with a head and shoulders pattern, it is a very ominous signal. Head and shoulders patterns are generally topping formations that if triggered result in violent sell-offs. On this chart the pattern is obvious and if the pattern were triggered the forthcoming price action would be decisively negative for domestic equities. The long term monthly chart of the Dow is shown below:
If the pattern is triggered on an undercut of the March 2009 lows, the head and shoulders formation would produce selling pressure that would target the 3,800 – 4,000 level on the Dow. Yes, you read that right! I want readers to recognize that this pattern is not a given and it could play out over a long period of time. The pattern would suggest that a test of the 2009 lows is possible, but I will leave the likelihood of that test up to Mr. Market.
I view this pattern as a potential warning signal for long term equity positions. Consequently, it is far too early to jump into a plethora of short positions or sell every equity position owned simply because of this pattern. While I do not know where price goes from here or if this pattern will ever trigger, I think market participants should be aware of its existence.
It would take the perfect concatenation of events to push prices down to the March 2009 lows, but unfortunately the condition of social mood paired with all of the risks facing financial markets is notable. The recent sell-off in August came on the heels of a head and shoulders pattern that was triggered. We all know how August played out, but this pattern on the Dow Jones Industrial Average has a long way to go before it can even trigger. Time will tell, but readers should at the very least put this chart pattern on your radar!
U.S. Dollar Index
The U.S. Dollar Index has ripped higher by more than 5% since August 29th. The strength in the Dollar has likely been precipitated by fear based on the European sovereign debt and banking crisis. While the Dollar certainly has long term flaws, it may simply be the best of the worst.
If the situation in Europe begins to break down further based on any number of events it could likely push the U.S. Dollar Index considerably higher. My trading partner Chris Vermeulen has been riding this strong impulse wave with his subscribers Swing trading the UUP etf and thinks there is big potential still if Euro-Land fears continue to rise.
The daily chart of the Dollar Index futures is shown below:
Mid-Week Market Trend Conclusion
Wednesday will be filled with a variety of news and headlines. The Greek government is meeting and a news release regarding the conference will likely come out around the time domestic markets in the United States open. The news has the potential to move markets considerably.
In addition, the Federal Reserve is set to end its September meeting and market participants will be sitting on the edge of their seats waiting to hear from the Federal Reserve about any stimulus the central bank may provide.
Overall, the news and headlines this Wednesday will certainly impact the current conditions of financial markets.
By Market Trend Forecasting
Posted by Invest2Success.com at 9/21/2011 09:18:00 AM
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Tuesday, September 20, 2011
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Monday, September 19, 2011
Clearance Sale at Sears Holdings
I've got a very low-risk and if it works out very high-reward short-sell stock pick on Sears holdings this week. I'm seeing major resistance on the SP500 at 1223.98 to 1235.08 currently and possibly moving up to 1258.00. At these bear-market resistance price levels, I see the potential for a lot of new short positions coming into the market again for another leg down to lower lows or possibly holding at the 1100 in the SP500 for another bounce back up. We will just have to wait and see how it works out, but September historically has always been a negative month for positive returns in equity markets so be careful going long, and my best suggesting is don't be afraid to sell-short this week or next.
Earnings Estimates Miss Big on the Actual Earnings Report
On August 24 Zacks Investment Research reported that Sears Holding Corporation announced second-quarter loss of $1.13 per share on August 18 that missed analysts' earnings estimates expectations by 76.56%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for the current year slipped to a loss of $1.67 per share from $1.02 per share in the last 30 days as next year's estimate dipped 30 cents per share to a loss of 54 cents per share in that time span.
Terrible US Economy and Company Balance Sheet
With the US economy the way it is and Sears D+ balance sheet right now, I don't see any upside there and all downside for the time being, especially if the broad market sells off which I think is coming again very soon. The retailing business is always a difficult business model to be in and with the compounded economic problems for the US consumer sector, the US retail industry is going to have a tough time making money for shareholders for the foreseeable future in my opinion.
Sexy Sales Increases?
Existing Sears's shareholders might have been holding out that its Kardashian Kollection would increase some sales, but in these austacious days now not even hot sexy celebrity clothes collections can seem to arouse profitable sales and new long stock positions.
Selling Kenmore Appliances Wherever It Can
Rumor is that Sears is seeking a chief marketing officer for its appliance line whose responsibilities will include promoting appliance purchases through external groups such as Costco Wholesale Corp., which recently struck a deal to carry the Craftsman line. This possible action by Sears looks to me as an act of desperation to sell its finest brands anywhere it can get the sales which could end up being a disaster for the company in the long run. As we all know in the past, Kenmore is a high quality Sears brand along with Craftsman tools, and Diehard batteries, but with the housing sector in the toilet, and looking like it's going to get flushed again, appliance sales don't look to good for the time being.
Too Little Too Late
If Sears can sell some of its assets, maybe it can it start to straighten out its balance sheet, but who's going to be interested in these types of retail assets in this market environment unless it's a full-blown fire-sale? At fire sale prices, are the proceeds going to be enough to help Sears balance sheet?
Sell Short Sears Holdings – Ticker SHLD
Sell Entry: 60.34
Stop-Loss: 63.22
Take Profit Areas: 46.42 to 44.09, 36.00 to 34.24, 21.63 to 20.67
Company Profile
Sears Holdings Corporation operates as a retailer in the United States and Canada. The company's Kmart segment operates stores that sell merchandise under Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer labels, as well as Sears brand products, such as Kenmore, Craftsman, and DieHard. Its stores offer consumer electronics, seasonal merchandise, outdoor living, toys, lawn and garden equipment, food and consumables, and apparel. The Kmart also sells its products through its kmart.com Website. The company's Sears Domestic segment operates stores that offer home appliances, consumer electronics, tools, sporting goods, outdoor living, lawn and garden equipment, and certain automotive services and products, such as tires and batteries, home fashion products, as well as apparel, footwear, jewelry, and accessories. Its stores also sell health and beauty products, pantry goods, household products, and toys. In addition, this segment provides clothing, accessories, footwear, and soft luggage; appliances and services to commercial customers in the single-family residential construction/remodel, property management, multi-family new construction, and government/military sectors; premium appliance and plumbing fixtures to architects, designers, and new construction or remodeling customers; and parts and repair services for home appliances, lawn and garden equipment, consumer electronics, floor care products, and heating and cooling systems, as well as provides home improvement services. The Sears Canada segment conducts retail operations in Canada, and offers apparel and other softlines. As of January 29, 2011, the company operated approximately 1,307 Kmart stores, 894 full-line stores, 52 Sears Essentials/Grand stores, and 1,354 specialty stores in the United States; and 122 full-line stores, 361 specialty stores, 20 floor covering stores, 1,822 catalog pick-up locations, and 108 travel offices in Canada. Sears Holdings Corporation was founded in 1899 and is based in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.
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Friday, September 16, 2011
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Thursday, September 15, 2011
Stock Crash Profitable Trading Strategies
Here we are again, the market is falling back into crash conditions.
The market is on a upside rebound currently, but don't be fooled, get ready to go short again anytime at these higher rebound levels. Look for SP500 1231 to 1258 to place new short positions.
It's more proof of what I've been saying for the past 3 years: Volatility is the real "new normal" in the stock market. And the most predictable side of that volatility is the down side.
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Wednesday, September 14, 2011
Biotech Breakout Trading Profit Opportunities
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Tuesday, September 13, 2011
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Monday, September 12, 2011
Four Key Attributes of a Good Dividend Stock
God Bless the September 11, 2001 Terror Attack Victims
First, I want to give full respect and honor to all those who died along with their families, loved ones and those who were injured on September 11, 2001 terrorist attack on the New York Twin Towers and at the Pentagon. God Bless all of you and the United States of America.
Weekly Stock Pick
I don't have a buy or sell stock pick this week because I don't see any low-risk high-reward trades or investments this week, unless you want to buy long-term into some dividend paying stocks. So below I have the "Four Key Attributes of a Good Dividend Stock" by Morningstar Investment Research. It will help you in determining which may be a good dividend stock to buy and hold.
Finding Good Dividend Stocks By Josh Peters CFA Senior Equity Strategist Editor Morningstar Dividend Investor
The appeal of dividends has grown a lot in recent years, but by itself, a fat dividend yield isn't enough. To work for you in the long run, these cash payments need to come from fundamentally attractive businesses. That's why at Morningstar DividendInvestor I focus on helping you separate the wheat from the chaff.
Once you find those reliable dividend-payers, hold on tight, because the dividends you earn are real cash in your pocket. You can reinvest them to supercharge your portfolio and watch them rise no matter which way the market goes.
Of course, we're not talking about crazy, speculative investments. I look for solid companies with strong competitive advantages. What kind of companies do I look for? Here are four key attributes I look for before putting my hard-earned capital to work:
1. Resilient earning power. Some businesses, like homebuilders or auto manufacturers, need a booming economy just to be profitable. Others are in better shape, but still ride the economy's roller coaster--as do their shareholders. My favorite businesses, however, are the ones selling products and services their customers need through all kinds of economic conditions, from packaged foods to petroleum pipelines. I may not have as much to "win" in the boom times, but I continue collecting big dividend checks through the inevitable busts.
2. Strong, identifiable competitive advantages. One hallmark of a good business is an ability to fend off rivals and keep profits high. Some have strong brands that command premium prices. Others have patents. Still others benefit from inherently low costs relative to their rivals. Whatever the reasons, these advantages support the profits that in turn fund my dividends, so I require evidence of competitive strength for any stock I would consider.
3. Attractive dividend policies. It's a shame so few large companies pay the dividends they're capable of paying. Many and perhaps even most good businesses divert their cash flow into questionable share buybacks or downright dubious acquisitions. I want my companies to grow, of course, and I like to see some reinvestment in the business. But a dividend policy that shares a large proportion of annual earnings with shareholders is a must.
4. Reasonable valuation. The number-one mistake an investor can make is to pay too much for a stock in relation to the intrinsic value of the underlying business. This can apply to any individual issue, or to the entire market--which goes a long way toward explaining why the past decade has been so disappointing overall. Fortunately, big dividends tend to keep investors rational. I'm not looking at any stocks that can't deliver a yield of at least 2%, and preferably 3%, 5%, or better. And I won't pay more than the business is worth, no matter what the yield may be.
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Friday, September 09, 2011
Bernanke Fired a Blank. How About Obama?
Thursday brought two highly anticipated events. First was a speech from Fed Chairman Bernanke. Those looking for an immediate response from the Fed were certainly disappointed as stocks tumbled into the close. More than likely the Fed is just setting the table to take action as early as their next meeting Sept 20th and 21st. Most assume that will be a reincarnation of "Operation Twist" from 1961 when the Fed pushed down long term rates to encourage investment. (Yet with rates already this low, will it really work???)
Then President Obama took center stage on Thursday night unveiling his jobs and growth plan. On the surface all speeches of this nature sound good as they promote great optimism. However, it may take some time for investors to research the true value of these concepts. And, more importantly, the ability for these ideas to become law given a VERY DIVIDED Congress.
Since it will take a little bit of time for the investment community to fully digest this news, you should not give too much credence to the initial reaction of stocks on Friday morning. Quite likely the final verdict will become clearer over the next couple weeks.
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Thursday, September 08, 2011
Profiting From Gullible Stupid Traders and Investors
Rumors, false hopes, a "good story" . . .
This is what many investors base their stock choices on.
Not exactly a good idea if you ask me. BUT there's a way to profit off of other investors bad decisions.
Mark Messier's new video shows to profit handsomely from gullible stupid traders and investors.
So how does Mark do it? By playing the smart side of one sector's bad decisions. You can see him in action here.
Don't worry, there's nothing for sale — just some ideas you can use to pad your profits in the months ahead.
Reckless, gullible and greedy investors will always be with us, and they routinely transfer their wealth to investors who play it smart, safe and careful. You might as well be on the right side of this equation right?
A lot of people buy stocks for downright STUPID reasons – rumors, false hope and because a stock has a 'good story."
And there's a way for you to profit as long as investors buy stocks for stupid reasons.
Mark Messier' track record is proof of that: Over the last two and a half years, he's taken his meager savings of $7,480 and turned it into $289,635.
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Wednesday, September 07, 2011
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Wall Street opened sharply lower today after a long weekend on renewed fears the euro zone's sovereign debt crisis is worsening.
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Tuesday, September 06, 2011
Short-Sell Real Estate Investment Trust Pick
This week I have a short-sell stock pick on Kimco Real Estate Investment Trust. The bears are in current control of the market in my opinion, and September has never been very nice to the longs in the market. Reviewing the latest index charts, its easy to see that more downside is in the works before any upside can be seen.
Back on July 27 Zacks Investment Research reported that Kimco Realty Ticker KIM a leading real estate investment trust (REIT), stated second quarter 2011 rental revenues of $219.2 million compared with $208.3 million in the year-earlier quarter – an increase of 5.2%. Total revenues for the reported quarter missed the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $221.0 million.
Kimco reported second quarter 2011 fund from operations (FFO)of $118.0 million or 29 cents per share compared with $105.6 million or 26 cents in the year-ago period. Fund from operations, a widely used metric to gauge the performance of REITs, is obtained after adding depreciation and amortization and other non-cash expenses to net income.
Excluding certain non-recurring items, FFO (Funds From Operations) for the reported quarter was $121.4 million or 30 cents per share compared with $115.7 million or 28 cents in the year-earlier quarter. The recurring FFO for the quarter was in line with the Zacks Consensus Estimate.
Overall occupancy in Kimco's combined shopping center portfolio was 93.1% at the end of the quarter, an increase of 30 bps compared with second quarter 2010. In the U.S. portfolio, occupancy was 92.9% as of June 30, 2011, an increase of 50 bps compared with the year-ago period. Same-store net operating income in the combined portfolio increased 3.1% year-over-year.
During the reported quarter, Kimco executed a total of 594 leases spanning 1.9 million square feet. These included 80 new leases in the same-store portfolio totaling 212,000 pro-rata square feet and 212 lease renewals and options for 927,000 pro-rata square feet in the U.S. portfolio. In addition, Kimco executed over 130 new leases totaling 617,000 square feet for spaces vacant for more than one year. Leasing spreads in the U.S. portfolio on a pro-rata basis increased 2.1% (cash basis).
The company acquired 3 shopping centers during the quarter for approximately $75 million. At the same time, Kimco sold 11 non-strategic assets spanning 1.0 million square feet for $48.5 million.
The reported quarter also saw the company recognizing $8.4 million of fee income related to its investment management business, including $7.2 million in management fees, $0.2 million in acquisition fees and $1.0 million in other ongoing fees. Kimco had 285 properties in investment management funds with 24 institutional partners at quarter-end.
During the reported quarter, the company generated $25.3 million of income from its structured investments and other non-retail assets, out of which $14.9 million was recurring in nature. As of June 30, 2011, Kimco reduced its non-retail assets to approximately $612 million compared to $1.2 billion at the end of first quarter 2009.
At quarter-end, Kimco had over $1.7 billion available under its revolving credit facilities. The company's consolidated net debt to recurring EBITDA (earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortization) ratio improved to 6.0x from 6.6x in the year-ago quarter. For fiscal 2011, the company reiterated its earlier recurring FFO guidance in the range of $1.17 – $1.21 per share.
We maintain our 'Neutral' recommendation for the long term on the stock, which presently has a Zacks #4 Rank translating into a short-term 'Sell' rating.
Sell-Short Kimco Realty – Ticker KIM
Sell Entry: 17.23 to 16.59
Stop-Loss: 17.87
Take Profit Areas: 14.28 to 13.76, 12.62 to 12.17, 9.17 to 8.85, and potentially lower if current bear-market trend stays intact.
Kimco Company Profile
Kimco Realty Corporation is a publicly owned real estate investment trust. The firm engages in acquisitions, development, and management of neighborhood and community shopping centers. It also provides property management services relating to the management, leasing, operation, and maintenance of real estate properties. The firm primarily invests in real estate markets across the globe with a focus in North America. It also invests in operating properties. The firm also provides equity and mezzanine debt to developers and owners of commercial properties. It also makes secondary market investments including under performing mortgage loans, secured bank debt, and corporate securities. Kimco was formed in 1960 and is based in New Hyde Park, New York with additional office in Mesa, Arizona; Daly City, California; Granite Bay, California; Irvine, California; Carmichael, California; Vista, California; Walnut Creek, California; West Hartford, Connecticut; Largo, Florida; Margate, Florida; Sanford, Florida; Lisle, Illinois; Rosemont, Illinois; Columbia, Maryland; Lutherville, Maryland; Bellevue, Washington; Mesquite, Texas; Houston, Texas; Dallas, Texas; Austin, Texas; Ardmore, Pennsylvania; Portland, Oregon; Kettering, Ohio; Canfield, Ohio; Raleigh, North Carolina; Charlotte, North Carolina; New York, New York; and Las Vegas, Nevada.
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Friday, September 02, 2011
Can J.P. Morgan Help The Stock Market Today?
Those Steely-Eyes of J.P. Morgan: Could They Help Us Today?
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"The Panic of 1907" vs. the "Debt Crisis" of 2011
If "legendary Wall Street figure" ever described anyone, it was turn-of-the-last-century financier J.P. Morgan. You can throw in "bigger than life" to boot.
Morgan was used to getting his way. His steely eyes cast a "ferocious glare." His bulbous nose added to his imposing presence.
Beyond appearance and persona, Morgan was a one-man central bank. Historians credit him with bringing calm -- and loads of liquidity -- to the "Panic of 1907."
While he "stared down" that financial crisis, even J.P. Morgan would be no match for today's national debt. In 1907, the Wall Street legend gathered New York City's biggest bankers into his office and demanded that they had 10 minutes to collectively pledge $25 million to keep the NYSE open. Morgan got his way.
At the time that was a lot of money. But let's see how far an equivalent sum (constant dollars) would go today.
I used several methods to calculate constant dollars from 1907, and the highest estimate (relative share of GDP) converts $25 million then to some $11 billion today.
Yet $11 billion doesn't even make a dent in our $16 trillion national debt.
Interestingly, the 1907 Panic eventually led to the 1913 creation of the U.S. Federal Reserve. Then as now, the central bank's function is "financial stability."
Specifically, the Federal Reserve serves as a "lender of a last resort" -- the role Morgan and his banker friends played in 1907.
Fast-forward ninety years: In 2002, Robert Prechter published Conquer the Crash (now in its second edition), and said this about the central bank:
"Congress authorized the Fed not only to create money for the government but also to 'smooth out' the economy by manipulating credit (which also happens to be a re-election tool for incumbents). Politics being what they are, this manipulation has been almost exclusively in the direction of making credit easy to obtain."
Sounds a lot like today, doesn't it?
And just a few weeks ago, Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke said he wants to keep interest rates very low:
"Issuing a grim new assessment of the American economy, a divided Federal Reserve said it now expects to hold short-term interest rates near zero for at least two more years." Los Angeles Times, (8/10)
Since the start of the Great Recession, the Fed's easy money policy has not restored health to the economy. Why should the same policy work in the next two years?
Notice how the above quote uses the phrase "a divided Federal Reserve." With that in mind, here's what Prechter published as recently as July 16:
" . . . when the trend in social mood turns down again, dissension will increase. The Fed is fracturing internally . . . " Elliott Wave Theorist, July 2011
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Thursday, September 01, 2011
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When talking about Pull & Bear, the first things that pop into our heads are a gazillion of statement-making and fashion-forward clothes and accessories. Okay, but did you know that the famous Spanish brand has recently launched a new collection of fragrances called 'Shot'? Well, yes, we are excited to announce you that there are three irresistible, unisex scents with a fresh, young and uncomplicated touch.
The simple yet uber-inspiring advertising campaign for Pull & Bear's perfume line features models Amra Cerkezovic, Zuzanna Stankiewicz and Anders Hayward. The campaign was captured through the lens of UK photographer Scott Trindle, whose work could regularly be seen in famous magazines such as i-D, Vogue UK and US, Another Magazine, Vogue Homme Japan or Dazed & Confused.
The design of the bottle represents a camera that aims to transmit young people's love of snapping shots of everything they see and sharing their experiences on the social networks through a fragrance. The brand's project was made in collaboration with students of the Master's Degree in Art School of Engineering and Design, who over the last few months have intensively worked in order to materialize their own unique take on a camera.
Orange Shot
Now, are you curious to find out the main ingredients of these scents? Okay, so first, there is the Orange Shot, a fresh, citric, and incredibly addictive fragrance that alluringly opens with a mix of fresh citrus and continues with its middle part consisting of spicy and subtle velvety notes. The base is formed of amber and wood with a hint of lily of the valley and sandalwood.
Green Shot
Did someone say happy-go-lucky and innocent? Hooray! Check out Pull & Bear's Green Shot, a smooth and clean, just-out-of-the-shower perfume that stands out through its invigorating scents. A green, refreshing burst opens the fragrance which is perfectly completed by middle notes of orange blossom and floral bouquets and herby base notes.
Casual Shot
A little more sensual and aphrodisiac yet with a simple and easy-to-wear feeling is Casual Shot. This fragrance make us dream of an unforgettable journey in the Orient. The scent starts with top notes of cooling petitgrain with a hint of mandarin and grapefruit. The middle notes represent a refreshing combination of algae and aromatic plants, whilst the base is a subtle mix of musk and wood, although the marine notes are clearly perceptible, lingering right through to the finish.
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1: Literary London | May 15-June 3, 2011
2: We stayed at Inverness Terrace in "flats" or efficiency apartments. | The Flats | Though there was no air-conditioning there were large windows in each room that we would open to get a breath of street air.
3: The Flats varied in size as the building was a remodeled Victorian house. Though the structure was broken into rooms there were still signs of its former glory. This door frame shows its original crown molding. This hallwayÂ's rooms had foot wide molding along the outer edge of the combined ceilings. I often imagined it was once a ballroom.
4: Travelling by foot on a three hour walking tour. | a | The statue in front of the palace. | We stopped at Buckingham Palace but the Queen was not in. When the Queen is in a building she has a flag raised with her crest.
5: 2011 | Royalty's initials were in many of the designs. | We also learned that each gate represented a different area of the British Empire.
6: Sights on the tour | Parliament | Westminster Abby | The London Eye | Big Ben
7: We also visited the British Library. They have an exhibit containing everything from Davinich's notes to Beatles lyrics!
8: Austen's House in Chawton
9: Above is Austen's garden. In the upper right is a thatched roof in Chawton. They are said to last as long as shingles. To the right a spot of tea at the café across the street named after Jane's beloved sister Cassandra.
10: When going on historic walks it was difficult to stay together with a group of 13. The lights only stay red so long and the traffic does not wait! Also there are few cheep eating places that could seat us all. | Of note is that the streets can change names randomly. This picture shows Russell Street and Bloomsbury Square.
11: Among the many historic buildings and streets there are plaques. We went on "blue plaque walks" including Russell Square to find them. They are not all blue nor the same shape so it was sometimes tricky. Here are a few we found and some signs.
12: While reading Dickens' Oliver Twist, Dr.Spencer took us to see The George Inn. This classic building was commonplace in Dickens time. Thus, a place like this is mentioned in the text. We used this building as a reference when reading and for discussion.
13: Thomas Carlyle | Carlyle's house and museum was the best in the city! This house was less crowded as we got there early, we had the house to ourselves. The in-house guide was very sweet and informative. She even took a group picture for us. This is the picture at the beginning of this album.
14: Stonehenge | Stonehenge is a beautiful place in the country side. The hills of green go for miles and the wind seemed to never stop. They now have a marked out path around the stones for people to view them at a distance. Previously one could touch and sit on the stones.
15: Lunch at the Stonehenge cafe! This is where I found the best sausage pastry, crisp n flakey exterior. Yummy!
16: On top of | the world! | at Shakespeare's Globe!
17: This is a balcony where we went on the tour of the Globe. Later that night we attended a comedy: Much Ado About Nothing.
18: The subway or "tube" was the best way to get around the city. Some stations were elaborate like here at St Pancras Station. Others were hard to find like Leicester Square station as seen in the lower picture on the right.
19: The Tube | "Mind the Gap" T-shirts! | Every time a train entered the station and opened its doors for loading there would be a recorded voice stating: "Mind the Gap". It was known that people had fallen onto the tracks before so we stayed back behind the yellow line for safety. When in an unfamiliar place always listen, mind signs and stay safe!


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Holiday Safety
It is natural to get caught up in this busy time of the year, but we ask that you take a moment to look around and check that your family and home are safe during the holidays. Here are some tips to help ensure that everyone stays safe.
Supervise Children
- Keep small toys, gifts, and breakables out of reach of infants and toddlers. Children like to place small objects into their mouth which may cause choking and could be fatal. The same also applies to rubber balloons. Balloons may break and the small pieces are enticing for kids to chew on. These pieces are similar in texture to your skin and may also cause a child to choke.
- Be aware that Christmas tree electrical cords may pose a tripping hazard if left on the floor. Keep these and any other electrical cords secure so that a child does not have the opportunity to pull on them.
- Do not leave purses with medications in areas where they can be reached by children. Whether at home or just visiting friends, this is a common way for children to get access to medications.
- Don't leave small children alone in the home – even for a moment.
- Teach children to stay away from candles, fireplaces, trees and space heaters.
- Keep matches and lighters out of children's reach.
- Keep electric toys away from natural or artificial trees and paper decorations.
- When buying presents for children, check for flame retardancy labels.
- You may have visitors who have food allergies, especially nut allergies. You need to inform all guests with allergies to ask what is in the food before they enjoy it.
- When decorating for the holidays, be aware that tinsel is a common cause of choking for infants, toddlers, and animals. Dogs and cats are especially fond of this holiday decoration.
- Keep infants, toddlers, and animals away from Poinsettias. Even though it is not poisonous, eating poinsettia leaves may cause vomiting.
- Holly and mistletoe are considered poisonous and should also be kept away from children. If ingested, contact Poison Control.
- Don't let children hollow out snow banks and play in them. The snow can collapse, trap, and suffocate a child. The same applies to playing on snow banks by the roadside, children could fall in the path of traffic or snow plows.
- Keep all stairs in your home clear of toys and gifts.
- While cooking, try to use the rear burners, this will help to prevent clothing catching on the pots that could cause a spill or burn. Never leave cooking unattended on the stove, children are naturally curious and may injure or burn themselves.
- Always keep the draw strings for blinds and drapes high and out of reach of children. Children can have their necks become entangled and risk suffocation.
Christmas Trees
Natural trees
- Buy the freshest, greenest Christmas tree you can find.
- Trees that are too dry have brittle branches that shed needles easily.
- Test twigs and needles for flexibility. A dry tree will break, not bend.
- Store the tree outdoors, preferably in shade, until you're ready to use it.
- Cut one or two inches diagonally from the base of the tree.
Mount the tree securely in a large reservoir type stand that includes a water receptacle at the base to keep bottom of tree submerged in water.
- Add water each day, always keeping the water level of the reservoir above the cut.
- Keep the tree away from candles, fireplaces, heating vents, radiators, television sets, or other sources of heat.
- Make sure your tree doesn't block fire exits.
- Keep a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher on hand.
- Use decorations that are flame-resistant or non-combustible.
- Turn light strings off before you go to bed and when you leave the house.
- Discard the tree when it begins to turn brown or dry out.
Artificial trees
- Artificial trees must have a fire-retardant label.
- Metal or aluminum trees are conductors of electricity. Don't decorate them with strings of lights or with any electrical product.
Decorative Lighting
Indoor lights
- Examine light strings for wear or damage each year before re-using them. Replace worn sets.
- Before replacing burnt out lights, unplug the light string.
- Unplug all decorative lighting before you go to bed or leave your home.
- Only use light strings, bulb reflectors, electrically lit decorations and extension cords that bear a CSA label and are marked for indoor use.
Outdoor lights
- Only use CSA labelled light strings and cords that are marked for outdoor use.
- Turn off electricity to the outlet before working with outdoor wiring.
- Use insulated tape, not nails or tacks to hold strings of lights in place.
- Don't tape cords over, under, or along metal eavestroughs.
- Run all outdoor cords above ground, keeping them out of puddles and snow.
- To prevent moisture from entering bulb sockets, turn the bulbs to face the ground.
Turn off all holiday lights when you go to bed, or when you leave your home.
- Always stand candles in stable, non-tip candle holders before you light them.
- Keep candles away from combustible decorations and displays.
- Never leave candles burning unattended or within reach of pets or small children.
- Extinguish candles by wetting their wicks before you leave a room or before going to sleep.
Holiday Parties
- Use flame-retardant or non-combustible decorations and costumes.
- Set up a designated smoking area outside with large, deep ashtrays, and soak the butts with water before dumping them in the trash.
- Ask smokers to take it outside to reduce the risk of indoor fires and protect people from being exposed to harmful second-hand smoke.
- Smokers need watchers. Before going to sleep, check under and around sofa cushions and upholstered furniture for smoldering cigarettes.
- Please remember "Don't Drink and Drive", have a designated driver.
- Always have a first aid kit in your home. Be sure it is stocked and everyone knows where it is.


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31. July 2017
In 2009, The Ministry of Food Agriculture and Fisheries introduced labels for the marketing of organic food in large-scale kitchens, restaurants, cafés, hospitals, schools and larger businesses. Today, 2.000 eating places use the Organic Cuisine Label.
The rules of the label provides consumers with relevant and accessible information about the use of organic products in catering kitchens. At the same time, they support the work of large-scale kitchens in using more organic raw produce.
Large-scale kitchens can use one of three Organic Cuisine Labels that shows how much organic raw materials are used in their food production. The share of organic food and food products is given in percentage intervals: 30-60%, 60-90% or 90-100%.
Denmark has a long tradition of having a public food control system - from "farm to fork" - that is important for the high confidence that consumers have in the organic control system and organic products.
A popular and well known organic label
Displayed by 2.000 eating places like cafés, restaurants and public kitchens, the Organic Cuisine Labels are poised to be well known in Denmark, and is expected to be used widely in the coming years. From January 2015 till January 2016, the number of Organic Cuisine Labels rose with more than index 150 indicating a great demand and interest.
The labels are visually related to the Danish organic label used for organic products in the retail sector and recognised by 58% of the Danes.
Source: Ministry of Food, Agriculture and Fisheries of Denmark


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I've had over 8,500 hits on this blog since setting it up. This is far beyond my wildest dreams, and I'd like to thank you, each and every one.
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After being abused and neglected for an undetermined amount of time, this poor dog was placed into a crudely-made doghouse which was then boarded shut. The animal was then abandoned and left to die on a street in Los Angeles. However, what could have been a cruel tragedy turned into story about a few good Samaritans, and the dog's hope for survival.
A homeless man who observed the doghouse for three days decided to rip the door off, only to discover the severely wounded and frightened creature cowering inside. The man alerted the proper authorities, and the dog was eventually rescued, treated, and is being trained in foster care so that he can eventually be adopted.
Hopefully, Walter Worthy Higgins will have a newfound chance at life - and it's all thanks to the homeless man and shelter workers who went out of their way to save him.


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In search of powder
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Glenwood Springs, CO Colorado
FLAT TOPS WILDERNESS, Colorado – Suffering from the low snowpack blues? Look no further than the Flat Tops just off of Buford Road for the cure.
Located about 17 miles from New Castle, there is a large parking lot that is the perfect jump off point for snowmobilers, snowshoers and cross country skiers alike.
However, there are also some fantastic backcountry skiing opportunities in the area as well.
The Buford Road (CR 245) can be accessed from downtown New Castle via Seventh Street/Midland Avenue. Follow the road north from Main Street and turn right just past the sign for West Elk at the junction of the Buford Road and Grass Valley Road. Follow the Buford Road until it ends at its winter stopping point, a large parking lot at more than 9,000 feet. The lot has maps and information about the area's trails as well as a bathroom.
Packed out cross country trails head out to one side of the lot, while groomed snowmobile paths extend out from the other. The two trails, unlike beer and deep-dish pizza, don't mix. Snowmobilers are required to stay in their designated area.
The cross country trails are also an excellent location for skijoring, and dogs can often be seen guiding their human companions along through the winter splendor. If you bring your dogs, remember to clean up after them, too.
The three loops in the system are named James's, Kay's and Eric's, and these trails are marked and maintained by the West Elk Multi-Use Club. The loops add up to approximately 12 miles of frozen trail.
And the snow here is deep.
Plunging a ski pole into the snow, only the tip of the handle remains visible.
The deep snow is also the perfect way to keep your four-legged friends focused on the trail. The dogs need to stay on the path or risk being swallowed up by the white depths below.
A few hundred yards up the trail from the parking lot a path cuts directly to the left and heads toward James's Loop. The natural beauty here is staggering. The thick Aspen groves are still frosted from the last big snowfall.
The trail bends to the right and comes out above an untouched powder field, the chest deep snow shimmers in the bright February sun.
For now, fence posts successfully fight to keep their heads just above the snow; a good thing as another storm may make them an unseen danger to backcountry enthusiasts.
The drainage is at a low angle, so avalanches are not a serious concern. However, you should always be prepared for the worst. Never ski the backcountry alone and always have a shovel, beacon and probe with you at all times. Check the snow and judge the conditions before committing to your run … Mother Nature isn't forgiving.
On this day, the conditions are perfect and the skiing is amazing. Turn after turn the snow holds together and the views are breathtaking. After a few hundred yards of turns, the slope crosses the trail again, creating the perfect opportunity for running laps. Five minutes down and 15 minutes skinning back up. Stripping off climbing skins and packing them away gives you just enough time to catch your breath before your next lap.
Smile, laugh and be one with nature … all the while getting a fantastic workout.
Enjoying the backcountry off the Buford Road in the Flat Tops is a wonderful way to spend a Colorado afternoon with friends, whether they have two legs or four.
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Former Carbondale trustee Katrina Byars said she wants to bring a voice of environmental sustainability to the commission, and believes her opponent has served long enough.


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