Options Trading

2 Options Plays Going Into Apple Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amid a dearth of product launches, Apple's Q3 earnings report could end up being a yawner. Consider these options plays for just such an event -- and an AAPL slide.

5 Ways to Know a Stock Is Headed Up

By John Lansing
Everyone wants their stocks to go up, right? The good news: These five bullish chart patterns indicate when a pick is poised to do just that.

GE’s Chart Says It Should Continue Making New Highs

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
General Electric (GE) has room to run before hitting the next major resistance area.

Rest Your Wallet on Chipotle’s Laurels

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chipotle's recent sunny earnings news and technical support should keep CMG afloat long enough to make this bullish put spread profit.

Netflix Could Soar If Earnings Surprise the Sourpuss Crowd

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
The sentiment backdrop to Netflix's Monday afternoon earnings report is awash with negativity -- but a surprise would be the spark this options trade needs.

Luxury Stock Could be a Source of Wealth for Short-Term Traders

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Coach (COH) is readying for a breakout of a tight consolidation pattern.

Google Gap Spells Opportunity for Dip-Buyers

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Google stock's post-earnings reaving might be short-lived, if Friday's quick bounceback is any indication. Consider this options spread trade for a further rebound.

Oil’s Surge Has Spilt Into Energy Stocks

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Oil’s newfound strength is helping to boost the energy sector, which hasn’t exactly scored stellar gains of late. Take advantage via options on the OIH.

McDonald’s Earnings: Make Money With Just a Little Wiggle

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
I wouldn't expect McDonald's to move much around its upcoming earnings report ... but it doesn't need to for these options plays to put coin in your pocket.

Ebay’s Choppy Trading Could Continue

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Ebay's quick selloff Thursday might spook investors into a little more fleeing, but longer-term, this correction should prove a healthy one.

A Low-Risk Entry Beckons in Bonds

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
With TLT resting so close to resistance, a low-risk entry point has presented itself to those looking to exploit a continued slide in bonds. Here's one options trade to explore.

Get Ready to Ride the Google Rocket

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
A positive earnings report tonight could send Google shares into uncharted territory. Consider these two options plays -- one aggressive, and one conservative.

Game Over for Toy Stocks?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Mattel's post-earnings drop yesterday took out horizontal support; technical pressure should continue to loom for MAT and rival Hasbro.

Expect Goldman Sachs to Stay Rock-Solid

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Goldman Sachs is hardly new to adversity, and Tuesday's hiccup should be no exception. This credit spread banks on GS shaking off a little negativity.

GLDD Is Back on the Right Track — ‘Best Stocks’ Update

By Greg Harmon, Founder and President, Dragonfly Capital Management
Great Lakes Dredge & Dock ran aground amid worries of an accounting scandal. But the company is afloat once more and headed for smoother waters.

The End of the Road for Tesla’s Run?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Goldman's swift kick took the wind out of Tesla Motors' 2013 run and finally pleased the shorts ... but it didn't necessarily knock TSLA out cold.

Chancing It With IBM? Try This Trade

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
IBM's pre-earnings picture is plenty murky, but there are some high-risk/high-reward options opportunities if you're game.

ConocoPhillips: Too Hot to Touch

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
ConocoPhillips has extended its run to 14 consecutive up-days and still looks good through a long-term lens, but a cold bath might be in order.

Spread Out to Play a Continued Yahoo Comeback

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yahoo hits the earnings confessional tonight to let shareholders know whether the turnaround is still a go. Here's how to play YHOO before earnings.
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