Corning, Inc. (GLW) shares have been enjoying a major rally ever since bottoming out just below $11 in November, and now trades for over $15. That is a significant percentage move in just a few months and this performance easily outpaces the gains seen in the broader market. Let's take a look at the chart below and go through some reasons why it could make sense to take profits in Corning now, and wait for better buying opportunities which could come at around $13 or less.

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As the chart above shows, Corning shares have been slowly but surely trending higher through 2013, but in just the past three weeks or so the stock has gone nearly parabolic with a surge from below $13 to well over $15. As indicated by the red trendline, Corning shares are extended past the 50-day moving average of $13.65 and the 200-day

Investors who have been buying dividend stocks on pullbacks have done very well during the past couple of years. With rates likely to remain low for the foreseeable future, this strategy is likely to continue working. In recent days, shares of Invesco Mortgage Capital (IVR) have come under a little pressure which appears to be another solid buying opportunity for a number of reasons. First of all, the stock is down just a little from about $21 to a current $19.82 per share and it appears to be over concerns about the Federal Reserve tapering its asset purchases later this year (which could impact interest rates and bond prices). However, those concerns seem overblown as Invesco has had a business model that has been working for years even before the Federal Reserve stepped in. Let's take a look at the chart below along with some more reasons to consider the

Bank of America (BAC) shares declined after the company reported earnings, however, the stock rebounded and is now back near 52-week highs. The significant market rally has pushed many stocks to new highs, and it might be a good time to take profits in certain stocks, including BofA shares. There are a number of reasons why the market in general and BofA might be poised for a pullback and that means patient investors might have better buying opportunities in the future. The chart below shows how Bank of America shares now appear extended, and there are also a few reasons why the stock seems to be fully valued, if not overvalued at current levels.

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1) First of all, the overall market is up significantly and now trades well beyond key support levels such as the 50- and 200-day moving averages. The same holds true for Bank of

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) shares have been trending slightly higher since bottoming out at around $17.50 per share in November, 2012. However, this stock has been lagging the market rally in a significant way and that could be one sign that this stock could be poised for a meaningful pullback after it announces quarterly results on May 15. Let's take a look at the chart for Cisco and the S&P 500 Index (SPY) which shows how Cisco is lagging, then we will take a closer look at what has happened to some of Cisco's competitors in recent days:

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As the charts above show, Cisco has been underperforming during a significant bull rally. However, it has been outperforming some rival firms but that could be about to change. One difference between Cisco and some of the other companies in the networking sector is that Cisco

Verizon Communications, Inc. (VZ) shares have enjoyed a major rally from about $41 in early 2013 to over $52 today. Just look at the chart below to see a nearly parabolic-like run in this stock which is now very extended and well-beyond key support levels. Taking advantage of pullbacks in stocks with cheap valuations makes sense and this is often labeled and viewed as a "buying opportunity". Conversely, selling stocks that are at rich valuations and extended beyond key support levels can also be a great "selling opportunity", and that is what I believe Verizon shares are offering investors now, a great chance to sell and take profits.

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As the chart above shows, Verizon shares have seen a huge gain this year as investors reach for yield in familiar names. However, this is starting to look like a bubble forming and investors could find themselves losing a

Business development companies or "BDCs" are a great way for investors to reap high yields. The companies in this sector typically invest in a wide range of industries and BDCs are set up to pay shareholders most of what is earned and that is why these companies can offer such great yields. Many stocks have been trending higher as investors continue to seek high yields, however, there have been occasional pullbacks on the way up which have (in many cases) been solid buying opportunities. A new buying opportunity appears to be at hand now:

Golub Capital BDC, Inc., (GBDC) is set up as a business development company that is focused on making debt and equity investments in mid-sized companies. These firms frequently use the capital for growth, acquisitions, recapitalizations, refinancings, and leveraged buyouts. Golub Capital was founded in 1994, and it has $8 billion of capital under management

Safeway Inc. (SWY) shares appear cheap at current levels. Analysts expect the company to earn $2.32 per share in 2013, and $2.42 per share for 2014. That might not be a lot of growth in terms of earnings, but this company has been and could be more of a dividend growth play than many investors realize. The stock now trades for just about 10 times earnings, while the average stock in the S&P 500 Index (SPY) trades for nearly 16 times earnings. At current valuations, the company does not appear to be getting the credit it deserves for having built an extremely successful gift card business, increasing the focus it has put on higher margin organic and other health food products, and being able to grow the dividend at a rapid pace. Let's take a closer look at the dividend and the gift card business at Safeway:

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General Electric Company (GE) shares have been lagging the market rally and that could be a troubling sign that things might not be as good with the overall economy, as the major indexes seem to indicate. Take a look at the charts of General Electric and the S&P 500 Index (SPY) below and the sharp contrast in performance becomes very clear.

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General Electric is in a number of economically sensitive businesses and it also has a significant financial services division, "GE Capital". It makes a wide range of products for industry such as locomotives and jet engines, as well as a number of consumer goods. Since it sells to many countries around the world, it has global economic exposure. With much of Europe in a recession, and China showing signs of slower growth, this creates significant headwinds for companies like GE. Recent U.S. economic

We have reached the point in time when investors must ask themselves if the old adage "Sell in May and go away" is worth following. For the past three years in a row, selling in May and going away, has been a very good move. For many investors and fund managers, cashing in now by taking profits on the very strong gains makes sense from a seasonal and business standpoint.

If you manage money and have already made gains in the first few months that would be on par with what is considered as respectable returns for an entire year, why would you risk that (and your bonus) by holding out for more? Also, many fund managers and investors are prone to selling in May because this allows them to take some time off and go on Summer vacation without the stress that comes with staying fully invested. The S&P

Triangle Capital Corporation (TCAP) is a business development company or "BDC" that is focused on financing and investments in smaller and mid-sized companies. The funds it provides are often used for leveraged buyouts, management buyouts, recapitalizations, and acquisitions. A typical investment could range between $5 million to $25 million and be in the form of subordinated debt with warrants, loans, or equity. Triangle is able to offer shareholders a generous dividend since it borrows at low rates and lends money out at higher rates. As a business development company, it is designed to pay most of what it earns out to investors. Recently, the stock has experienced a pullback which appears to be a solid buying opportunity.

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As the chart above shows, Triangle shares were trading at $30 in March. However, a recent pullback has the stock at about $27. This stock has been in an uptrend,

MetLife, Inc. (MET) is a leading provider of life insurance, annuities, supplemental life insurance and other financial services. While this sector was hit hard during the financial crisis, the insurance sector has bounced back and there are many indicators pointing to additional gains. Low interest rates are a challenge for this company as it needs to generate returns on its investment portfolio. However, insurance companies have benefited from a major rally in the stock market over the past several months and this helps to offsets low rates. Let's take a look at the chart and a few reasons why MetLife shares appear to be heading higher:

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As the chart above shows, MetLife shares were trading for just over
$30 in November, and have been in a solid uptrend ever since. More
recently this stock has traded in a range of around $36 to $40 per
share. However,

Goodyear Tire (GT) is one of the world's largest makers of tires, which are produced and marketed under its famous brand name. It also owns other well-known brands like Dunlop. It manufactures tires for many of the largest automakers and also sells replacement tires through a network of auto service and tire installation centers, which it operates throughout the United States.

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As the chart above shows, Goodyear shares have been in a solid uptrend ever since bottoming out at about $10, last September. This stock was recently trading around $13, but it experienced a pullback after the company reported earnings. This decline, to just over $12 appears to be a solid buying opportunity. Goodyear shares are trading right around the lower end of the recent trading range (which is a key support level), but still right near the light blue uptrend line, which could be poised to

Textron, Inc. (TXT) might not be a household name for many investors, but some of the brand names it manufactures are very well known and very cool. Textron is a leading maker of aircraft, defense and industrial products, and more. This manufacturer of Bell Helicopters and Cessna planes has annual revenues of about $12.2 billion and it employs around 33,000 people around the world. It also owns "E-Z-GO", (golf carts), "Greenlee", (for professional-grade tools and test instruments), "Jacobsen", (turf-care products, including professional turf maintenance equipment and specialized turf care vehicles), "Kautex", (a leading supplier to the automotive industry of windshield and headlamp washer systems, engine camshafts and other products), "Textron Financial", (which provides financing for aviation and other products), and "Textron Systems", (which makes unmanned aircraft systems, advanced marine craft, armored vehicles, intelligent battlefield and surveillance systems, intelligence software solutions, precision smart weapons, and other products).

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With a solid rally in 2013, the market has plenty of fully-valued stocks, but some still offer value now. General Motors (GM) is a stock that appears undervalued and it also has catalysts in the next several months that could take it higher. As the chart below shows, GM shares have jumped from about $20 last August to around $30 per share recently. The uptrend could be poised to continue, so investors should consider a buy on dips strategy.

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In spite of lingering global economic concerns, GM and other automakers are posting strong results in the United States. In March, GM experienced year-over-year gains of 6.4% in the United States. Morningstar analyst, David Whiston believes that GM is worth about $52 per share and he recently stated:

I don't think people realize what GM can do once they get up to speed. GM's key U.S. market

Qualcomm Inc., (QCOM) is a leading manufacturer of integrated circuits for mobile phones. It provides chips for many of the world's most popular smartphones and for other devices. Qualcomm shares experienced a pullback after the company reported earnings, however, this appears to be a solid buying opportunity for longer-term investors. Let's take a look at the chart below, along with reasons why this stock looks like a buy now:

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As the chart shows, Qualcomm shares were trading around $52 in July of last year and it has been in an uptrend ever since. Investors who have bought this stock on pullbacks during the past several months have been rewarded for doing so, and that trend is likely to continue. Qualcomm shares were trading close to $68 recently, but now trade around $62, which is near the 200-day moving average (a key support level). Because the stock is

Bank of America (BAC) shares recently experienced a pullback after the company reported earnings which disappointed some investors. However, it only took a few days for the stock to shake off the weakness and rebound back over $12.

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As the chart above shows, BofA shares briefly dipped below the 50 and 200-day moving averages and even below the upward trend line as indicated by the light blue line. This decline pushed the shares very close to $11, but it rebounded so quickly and sharply that the stock is back over $12 and once again, right around the key support levels (the 50 and 200-day moving averages). This is important if BofA shares can continue to hold this level, because that could mean the uptrend will resume. A couple of analysts have turned very bullish on BofA stock and the rapid and strong rebound from the recent selloff

A recent plunge in the price of gold has led to a steep drop in mining stock valuations. In some cases, these stocks are now at historically low levels which is creating a potential buying opportunity. Gold is likely to remain as a key asset class for many investors with all the money printing that is going on around the world. Gold is also likely to remain in strong demand from consumers in emerging market countries like India, and China. One of the best ways to play a short-term rebound in gold might be a junior miner, but that would come with higher risks. Investors who want to minimize risks should consider a larger company with a solid balance sheet and even a significant dividend. Newmont Mining Corporation (NEM) could be an ideal stock to buy after a recent decline. Let's take a look at the chart below:

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Caterpillar, Inc. (CAT) recently announced earnings and those results included some bullish comments from the CEO, who hinted that the mining sector might be at or near a bottom. A CNBC article details those comments, but also points out with good reason, as to why one analyst says a bullish call on the mining sector seems to be
premature, it states:

Despite a 10 percent decline for the stock year-to-date, for long term investors the question is whether the mining cycle has reached a bottom or whether there are still another couple of years of declines looming, said Ann Duignan, an analyst at JPMorgan,

Caterpillar's Oberhelman is more upbeat. "Our story right now is mining," he told CNBC. "It's very soft around the world. I'm thinking, I'm hoping we are at the floor on mining."

A turnaround may still be some time off, however, Duignan warned: "Mining capex picks

Coca Cola Company (KO) shares have been in a major uptrend, rising from recent lows of about $35 to around $43, in just the past 3 months or so. Coca Cola is a well-managed company with many famous brands such as Sprite, Vitamin Water, Minute Maid Orange Juice, Dasani, and others. However, there are a number of reasons why it might be time to sell the stock and wait for pullbacks.

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1) As the chart shows, Coca-Cola shares have made a nearly parabolic
move to new 52-week highs of $42.77. That is a huge move for a giant
beverage company in just a matter of weeks. The stock is now well
above key support levels and investors should be concerned about the
downside risks of buying at the high end of the recent trading range.
As the chart indicates, the 200-day moving average is just below $38

A recent drop in the price of commodities including oil has put pressure on many stocks in this industry. After a recent pullback, a number of stocks in the oil sector are now trading at undervalued levels, and some of these companies even have takeover potential.

Merger and acquisition activity has been strong in 2013, and many companies either have cash on the balance sheet that is generating almost no returns, or have the ability to easily borrow to fund an acquisition at very low interest rates. Also, there is a general improvement in some key areas of the economy such as housing. Positive signs of an economic recovery are serving as a catalyst for companies to make acquisitions before asset prices rise further, or before a competitor moves first to announce a deal.

The oil sector has seen its share of takeovers and just recently General Electric (GE) agreed