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 Stock — Stagnant Job Growth Hurts McDonald’s More Than Others

It will be hard for McDonald's to find sales growth with so many would-be customers under- or unemployed -- and that points to more weakness for MCD stock.

5 Worst Sectors to Avoid This Week

This week, the independent utilities, metals and mining, reit, construction materials and energy services sectors look weak according to Portfolio Grader.

3 Stocks That Could Break Your Heart in 2014

These three stocks can make for exciting flings, but don't fall in love with them -- they'll eventually break your heart.

3 Reasons the Keurig Cold Won’t Rejuvenate KO Stock

GMCR was catapulted when Coca-Cola inked a deal with Green Mountain, but that doesn't mean a Keurig Cold machine will do wonders for KO stock.

12 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Sell Now

The overall ratings of four 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 Machinery Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Chemicals Stocks to Sell Now

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

11 “Triple F” Stocks to Sell

This week, 11 stocks get F's ("strong sell") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade and Quantitative Grade.

What Does the Cigarette Ban Mean for CVS?

Charles Sizemore talks on Varney & Co. about CVS' decision to ban cigarette/tobacco sales, and how CVS might be understating the potential damage.

4 Software Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Communications Equipment Stocks to Sell Now

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

Healthcare Stocks: No Longer a Sure Thing

Healthcare stocks have outperformed in recent years, but investors need to be selective with valuations that now are at richer levels.

SNE – Sony Stock Should Ditch TVs, Not Just PCs

Getting out of the PC business is a good start for Sony stock, but the company needs to jettison TVs, smartphones and more to make SNE worth holding.

Is It Finally Time to Dump Royal Dutch Shell Stock?

Integrated oil giant Royal Dutch Shell hasn't exactly lived up to its promise. It could be time for investors to sell RDS.A stock and move on.

7 Insurance Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Specialty Retail Stocks to Sell Now

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

7 Biotechnology Stocks to Sell Now

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