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The Bull Bear Trader discusses market events and news with an interest in understanding risk and return in both bull and bear markets. Discussion topics include trading and hedging strategies, derivatives, risk management, hedge funds, quantitative finance, the energy and commodity markets, and private equity, as well as an occasional investment opinion.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
Hedge Fund Managers Are In Pain: Literally
New York Magazine is reporting that cardiologist in New York are receiving 20% more complaints regarding chest pain - the highest levels since 9/11. “One patient said that every time he sits at his desk he feels chest tightness.” Gastrointestinal doctors are also experiencing more business. Given this market, maybe buying stock in Pepto Bismol maker P&G or Prilosec maker AstraZeneca are the smart investment choices as a sympathy volatility play. Can I sell options on heartburn?
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