Stocks to Sell

Stocks can plunge for any number of reasons — investors may need to raise cash for large milestone purchases, or algorithms could be triggered by stop losses which create massive selloffs. Whatever the case, InvestorPlace’s journalists weed out the markets’ losers, keeping you informed of which stocks to cash out of before they come crashing down.

Gap Inc Still Not Fashionable After Earnings (GPS)

Declining sales figures prove investors should dump GPS stock before things get worse. Don't risk your money on retail.

Kohl’s: You Can Still Take Profits in KSS Stock

Despite the 12% decline Thursday, it's still not too late for investors to take profits in Kohl's (KSS) stock.

5 Overbought Nasdaq Stocks with Trouble Ahead

If you are still holding on to these five Nasdaq stocks during this month's roller-coaster ride, you've probably become a bit squeamish. It's time to drop these Nasdaq stocks.

Don’t Bet on KSU as Railroad Stocks Tank on the Dollar

Kansas City Southern railroad is reeling because of a higher dollar and lower oil prices, and that makes the outlook for KSU stock bleak.

3 Life Science Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the overall grades of three life science stocks are lower, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

3 Energy Services Stocks to Sell Now

The overall ratings of three energy services stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

5 Construction and Engineering Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of five construction and engineering stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

Shake Shack Stock Is Ridiculously Overvalued (SHAK)

SHAK stock is not an investment. It's a risky momentum trade that will ultimately collapse.

4 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of four restaurant and resort stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

10 Worst “Strong Sell” Stocks This Week — ICA AVP DDD and more

This week, these ten stocks have the worst year-to-date performance. Each of these also rates an "F" ("strong sell") on Portfolio Grader.

5 Communications Equipment Stocks to Sell Now

The ratings of five communications equipment stocks are down this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

6 Software Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of six software stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

Zillow (Z) Earnings: I’ve Had Better

Zillow (Z) stock reported earnings after the bell on Tuesday, and Wall Street is punishing Z stock on Wednesday ... deservedly.

3 Medical Technology Stocks to Sell Now

For the current week, the overall ratings of three medical technology stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Graderdatabase. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

6 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of six semiconductor stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

4 Insurance Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of four insurance stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

AVOID Orexigen (OREX) Stock After Contrave Study SNAFU

The Orexigen (OREX) stock price plummeted Wednesday after the Contrave study was cancelled due to the improper disclosure of data points. Yikes.

Macy’s Stock Drops After Earnings Miss

Macy's stock dips after earnings miss. Stay away from Macy's until management can get revenue climbing in the right direction.

ITT Educational Services (ESI) Just Pushed For-Profit Colleges Over the Cliff

With the industry's problems now upgraded to fraud, ITT Educational Services (ESI) may have dealt itself and its peers a proverbial death blow.