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Investment Tips

By Scott Russell

Investing in stocks that are less than $5 per share is a good way to boost your stock portfolio. Many big investors ignore these stocks because of the potential risks involved, however, these stocks often grow significantly over the course of time. Investing in inexpensive stocks is a wise move, provided that you hold on to them for at least one year to allow enough time for them to develop.

Four stocks that I suggest for less than $5 per share are High Standard Pharmaceuticals Company, Nova Oil, Inc., Direct Access Publishing Group, and Peak Media Holdings. If you are new to the market, you might want to try investing in them through an online brokerage firm that does not charge a high commission for their services, and remember: only invest up to five percent of your entire stock portfolio in any stock, including these.

 

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Nova Oil, Inc. (NOI)

3.93 +0.08 +2.08%

Previous Close 3.85

Open 3.87

High 3.94

Low 3.79

Volume 864,300

Bid 3.91

Bid Size 600

Ask 3.97

Ask Size 3,300

52 Week range 1.64-8.90


1. What type of stocks is the article about?
A. Inexpensive stocks
B. Pharmaceutical stocks
C. Stocks from new companies
D. Oil company stocks
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2. Why does Mr. Russell say big investors ignore these stocks?
A. They are too popular.
B. They are risky.
C. They often lose money rapidly.
D. It is difficult to make money from them.
Explain:


3. What investment strategy does Mr. Russell NOT suggest in the article?
A. Investing in the stock for at least one year
B. Investing up to five percent of a stock portfolio
C. Investing through an online brokerage firm
D. Investing in more than one stock at once
Explain:


4. What company′s stock is profiled?
A. Peak Media Holdings
B. Nova Oil, Inc.
C. Direct Access Publishing Group
D. High Standard Pharmaceuticals Company
Explain:


5. At what price did the company′s stock close on the previous day?
A. $3.91 per share
B. $3.93 per share
C. $3.85 per share
D. $3.79 per share
Explain:
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