Options Action: XLF

Following commentary from Ben Bernanke before Congress, investors bid the financials higher only to sell later in the session.

Here’s the comment that really stirred up the Street.

”The possibility remains that the recent economic weakness may be more persistent than expected and that deflationary risks might re-emerge implying need for additional policy support,” said Ben Bernanke.

Investors interpreted the comment as code for QE3 was on the table, and believing it would stimulate the economy, bid banks higher.

However, as they thought on it more, investors started to worry QE3 might keeps rates artificially low – and as a result restrict bank profits.

So how should you trade the XLF, now? Find out from Brian Stutland of Stutland Equities.

Watch the video now!



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