About Andrew Hecht
Andrew Hecht is a sought-after commodity and futures trader, an options expert and analyst. He is a top ranked author on Seeking Alpha in various categories. Andy spent nearly 35 years on Wall Street, including two decades on the trading desk of Phillip Brothers, which became Salomon Brothers and ultimately part of Citigroup. Over the past decades, he has researched, structured and executed some of the largest trades ever made, involving massive quantities of precious metals and bulk commodities. Aside from contributing to a variety of sites, Andy is the Editor-in-Chief at Option Hotline.
Recent Articles By Andrew Hecht
Alibaba: Ugly Price Action and A Fundamental Flaw
Alibaba Group (BABA) hit an all-time high in October, the stock has been in a bearish trend since then due to China regulatory issues. Should you consider buying the stock on a dip? Read more to find out.
Buy This ETF to Protect Your Portfolio Against Rising Inflation in 2021
Inflation expectations are starting to rise higher. A major factor is the heavy doses of fiscal stimulus and pent-up demand that will be unleashed as the economy returns to normal. Andy Hecht explains why GLTR is a good ETF in inflationary conditions.
Another Way to Play the Bull Market in Commodities For 2021: Koppers Holdings
Unemployment remains high as we are still in the midst of the pandemic. But one way to generate economic growth is through infrastructure rebuilding. That would benefit a stock such as Koppers Holdings (KOP).
Have Zoom and Salesforce Seen Better Days?
The lockdowns during the pandemic led to strong gains for technology stocks as their products helped people connect while staying at home. The vaccine rollout has led to strong optimism for a return to normal. Can stocks like Zoom Video Communications (ZM) and Salesforce (CRM) repeat their 2020 performance this year? Read more to find out.
Is the Energy Rally Running Out of Steam?
Energy has been one of the best-performers in the first week of 2021. However, there are some concerns such as decreasing economic activity due to the coronavirus and vaccine administration taking longer than expected. Andy Hecht breaks down the sector, and how investors should position themselves.
Expect This Stock to Outperform with Increasing Odds of an Infrastructure Package
With control over Congress and the executive branch, Democrats are expected to pass a slew of packages including infrastructure. Biden campaigned on an ambitious agenda to spend more than a $1 trillion rebuilding roads and bridges. Here's the one stock Andy Hecht believes will outpeform.
Two High-Growth Tech Stocks With Major Potential in 2021
Tech stocks have dominated the investing landscape over the past decade. A common factor among the big winners is strong business momentum in an expanding market. Draftkings (DKNG) and Enphase Energy (ENPH) have these qualities which mean they could have the potential for similar gains.
Will Stocks Profit from U.S. Infrastructure Rebuilding In 2021?
One of President-elect Biden's priorities once he takes office is to build up America's infrastructure. In addition to the vaccine rollout, this is a bi-partisan issue which could lead to gains in metals ETFs such as the iShares MSCI Global Metals & Mining Producers ETF (PICK) and constructions stocks such as Fluor Corporation (FLR).
Alternative Energy Should Continue to Shine In 2021
While the energy industry (XLE) as whole lagged the market last year, alternative energy names surged. This is likely to continue for stocks such as JinkoSolar (JKS), Renewable Energy Group (REGI), and NextEra Energy (NEE) as Biden's administration takes over.