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.

Down With the Dow! 5 Blue-Chip Stocks to Ditch

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Jan 28, 2015

Selling pressure that has been building since December is finally pulling down even the most solid of blue-chip Dow stocks.

5 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

By Portfolio Grader Jan 28, 2015

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").

Caterpillar Inc.: Wait for the NEXT Dip in CAT Stock

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 28, 2015

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) sank Tuesday after a disappointing earnings report, but it's not quite time to call CAT stock a rebound buy.

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

By Portfolio Grader Jan 28, 2015

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

3 Commercial Services Stocks to Sell Now

By Portfolio Grader Jan 28, 2015

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

3 Dow Stocks to Sell on Weak Outlooks, Currency Woes

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 27, 2015

A soaring greenback means a world of trouble for some Dow stocks, especially those that have plenty of other problems.

PG Stock: Procter & Gamble is Too Much of a Gamble

By John Persinos, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2015

Procter & Gamble is a global colossus in consumer brands, but therein lies the problem as currency woes cut into earnings. Investors should pass on this stock until market growth and stability returns overseas.

5 Worst Sectors to Avoid This Week

By Portfolio Grader Jan 27, 2015

This week, the energy services, marine, construction and engineering, electrical equipment and oil and gas sectors look weak according to Portfolio Grader.

5 Distributors Stocks to Sell Now

By Portfolio Grader Jan 27, 2015

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

5 Stocks With Awful Earnings Growth — MMLP TCI CGG RDEN BGC

By Portfolio Grader Jan 27, 2015

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

5 Stocks With Ugly Cash Flow — HXM TWGP HELI STP SALT

By Portfolio Grader Jan 27, 2015

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

TM: China and Japan are Barriers for Toyota Stock

By Jason Jenkins, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2015

Economic problems in Japan and obstacles in the Chinese market will cause Toyota to lose its position as the world's No. 1 vehicle producer.

Steer Clear of These 3 Big Financials

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2015

Earnings reports for the big financials are in, but they aren't overwhelming. As long as banks face legal and bureaucratic headwinds, it's best to steer clear of Bank of America, Citigroup and JPMorgan Chase.