Layoffs are not a laughing matter (especially when you are the one being laid off!), but the author of today’s article notes that “they are an important leading economic indicator that can help investors make money. Lots of money.” How so? The author proceeds to outline how investing in a specific retail-focused exchange-traded fund ahead of monthly layoff reports can make investors a bundle in just one week. For more on this strategy – as well as a second layoff-oriented strategy the author outlines that offers investors the potential for even greater returns – CLICK HERE.