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.

MCD: McDonald’s Needs to Put the Brakes on its Growth Plans

McDonald's should take a page from its competition and slow its expansions plans, and instead focus on the quality of food and working with their franchisees.

14 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the ratings of 14 internet and web service stocks on Portfolio Grader are down. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

11 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the overall grades of 11 oil and gas stocks are lower, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

5 Chemicals Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Stocks With Awful Analyst Earnings Revisions — SOL IFT GLYC RELL VRTX

This week, these five stocks have the worst ratings in Analyst Earnings Revisions, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

6 Machinery Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Sell Now

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

Michael Kors Stock Slumps as Luxe Brand Cools Off (KORS)

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd posted better-than-expected earnings, but growth has now decelerated for four quarters in a row, sinking shares.

14 Software Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the overall grades of 14 software stocks are lower, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

10 Worst “Strong Sell” Stocks This Week — SGY BGC TOO 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.

6 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Stocks With Awful Earnings Surprises — CRR MT PCMI JMBA WPZ

This week, these five stocks have the worst ratings in Earnings Surprises, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

3 Reasons to Avoid MGM Stock Right Now

MGM continues to hold a place at the top of the gaming industry, but 2015 looks to be a challenging year for MGM stock. Competition, an expensive expansion and slowdowns both in the U.S. and China could put a strain on MGM stock.

The Oil Boost Doesn’t Mean You Should Buy Exxon Mobil

Exxon Mobil beat earnings estimates and missed sales projections. Looking ahead, XOM expects to repurchase $1 billion of its stock in the first quarter.

5 Stocks With Poor Earnings Momentum — FNBN GYRO SGY APA HXM

This week, these five stocks have the worst ratings in Earnings Momentum, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

5 Insurance Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Medical Technology Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Diversified Telecommunication Services Stocks to Sell Now

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