I agree that pennies are risky. Nothing in the equity markets are a sure bet. Many here realize the risks but also realize the profit potential of speculation. A savy investor would know her entry point and have a exit strategy. To keep everyone honest, the due diligence speaks for itself objectively and increase the probability of a successful or failed bet. Before placing your bets, always determine if you would proceed long-term or short-term for this stock. For instance, the investor who said she is down 6-cents would perceive her investment as a loss because her mindset is for the short-term while the long-term investor would be elated by the cheaper shares and see the low share prices as an opportunity to average down to maximize her future gains. Taking a long-term approach is indeed flexible and allows time for your bet to play out. Cheers!