The whole world turns their eyes to China, but can our friends in the Far East really tug the whole world out of a depression?

A bear market is one of the surest phenomena investors can count on.

Given that none of the problems in the U.S. economy have been resolved, how far will the rally go?

Trading around market cycle theory is something more day traders are watching and implementing. Once the exclusive realm of long term investors, tracking market cycles on a variety of timeframes, including 10-minute charts, is becoming more commonplace among traders looking for quick moves in a chaotic market.

Investing frauds are on the rise all over the world.

So far, the Dow has wiped out 43 years of gains. Adjusted for inflation, it was at this level back when the Beach Boys and the Beatles were just starting out.

Wall Street isn't expecting any good news in the coming week.  The best the market can hope for is a bounce off grossly oversold levels.

Today's column looks at some obscure rules which are having major unintended and negative consequences, and what can be done.

Mr. Market will have the final say.

Lawrence G. McMillan reviews the options market in his weekly column for March 6.