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.

TM: China and Japan are Barriers for Toyota Stock

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

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.

7 Mortgage Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Stocks to Dump From Your Portfolio Now

Market correlation is signaling that it's time to get away from index investing and move back toward picking stocks. That means picking winners, but also culling losers.

5 Metals and Mining Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Capital Markets Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Stocks With Poor Operating Margin Growth — CTEL WIFI KEG TWGP OESX

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

5 Stocks With Poor Sales Growth — RNA IFT CBMG CCXI EXAS

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

As Oil Crashes, Is It Time to Short Solar Stocks?

Solar stocks are taking it on the chin, along with oil stocks, as oil prices collapse. If you’re thinking of investing in the solar stocks sector, you may want to think twice.

The Clock is Ticking for McDonald’s Stock (MCD)

McDonald's Corporation is getting the benefit of the doubt as it works to turn sales around, but eventually MCD will go from hold to sell.

14 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

The ratings of 14 oil and gas stocks are down this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

12 Machinery Stocks to Sell Now

The overall ratings of 12 machinery stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

8 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Sell Now

The overall ratings of eight internet and web service stocks are down on Portfolio Grader this week. 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").

JCP: The JCPenney of the Past Isn’t Enough

JCPenney is making moves and juicing JCP stock, but investors shouldn't fall back in love with this hardly rebounding retailer.

4 Electrical Equipment Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Big Stocks Hurting From the Strong Dollar – MCD, MMM, AAPL

A strong dollar may be good if you're a U.S. traveler abroad, but for international and commodity-based companies, it's a bottom-line killer.

5 Stocks With Awful Analyst Earnings Revisions — GLYC AMCC SOL MSO IFT

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

Why Owning Utility Stocks Is a Risky Bet

By almost any measure, utilities don’t offer a compelling risk-reward profile for investors right now.