Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM), General Motors Company (GM) & More: 4 Ways You Can Beat the Fed

Note how the stock did not bottom out with the Dow Jones in 2009. For investors looking to capitalize on every investment, the company offers a dividend yield of 2.7%. With a beta of just 0.48, Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) is about 50% less volatile than the market. If traders get crazed, a position with Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) won’t be along for the ride.

4. Start cycling

The effects of the taper will take their toll. Investors will sell, and the markets will adjust. When stocks are oversold, it might be a good time to buy consumer cyclicals at a hefty discount. These stocks rely heavily on economic conditions, and a sell-off might reveal a great stock at a low price.

While there are many great companies in this category, General Motors Company (NYSE:GM) stands out in particular. No one remembers the last recession like General Motors Company (NYSE:GM), which had to take a bailout from the government to stay afloat.

After redesigning its products to realign itself with customer preferences, things have turned around for the automaker. For instance, last month’s sales in China were up 9.4%. With increasing revenues, solid management, and a P/E ratio of 11.70, at a slightly lower price, GM is a very attractive investment.

If you can’t beat em, join em

The Fed is complicated. So is tapering.

If you’re feeling confused, why not join the Fed? Stop buying. 2013’s been a great year. Lock in your profits and wait until the storm blows over.

If you’re looking to maximize profit in uncertain times, you’ve got some solid strategies. Implement them, but be on the lookout. You’re only one Fed announcement away from a market shake-up. Good luck!

This article was written by Joshua Sauer and edited by Chris Marasco. Chris Marasco is Head Editor of ADifferentAngle. Neither has a position in any stocks mentioned. The Motley Fool recommends General Motors Company (NYSE:GM).

The article 4 Ways You Can Beat the Fed originally appeared on Fool.com.

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