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Options Update: Baidu Volatility Low as Shares Near Record High

Baidu (BIDU) closed at $549.16. March put option implied volatility is at 29, April is at 33, June at 40 and September is at 41, versus its 26-week average of 42, according to Track Data, suggesting decreasing near-term price movement.

Financial Select Sector (XLF) closed at $15.35. March put option implied volatility is at 25, April is at 26, June is at 29, versus its 26-week average of 26, according to Track Data.

Three stocks with IV rise on March 9; American Intl Group (AIG) 17%, CMC Metals (CMC) +13%, Southwestern Energy (SWN) +4% according to IVolatility.


Update is by Stock Specialist Paul Foster of theflyonthewall.com
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Southwestern Energy: A low-profile gem

Natural gas/oil play Southwestern Energy's (SWN) uptrend has been milder-than-expected, but investors should view it as an opportunity to scoop-up shares, so I'm reiterating my buy rating for the company, first recommended on June 5, 2009 at a price of $42.38. Here's why:

Southwestern is a cream-of-the-crop play, due to its projected, large increases in production for the immediate years ahead, and its low-cost producer status. Hence, when combined with likely rising natural gas prices, Southwestern should experience large increases cash flow and earnings: SWN is one of the best, low-profile energy companies in the U.S.

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