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.

10 Worst “Strong Sell” Stocks This Week — AREX APKT APA 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. Since the beginning of the year, the Nasdaq held steady, the Dow was flat, and the S&P held steady.

5 Stocks With Bad Earnings Surprises — WPC CBB ROMA NX HL

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

A Hangover Is Looming for Hard-Partying Booze Stocks

2012 was the party to end all parties for booze stocks. But with prices reflecting buyouts that just aren't coming, 2013 could be rough for BEAM, BF.B and others.

12 Stocks To Avoid In 2013

Preservation of capital is critical in building a solid portfolio, and staying away from these 12 stocks will keep you from seeing that capital vanish

5 Communications Equipment Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

This week, the overall grades of four 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 Crummy Earnings Momentum — FNBN NAV SGK LGCY VNR

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

9 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Commercial Services Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Biotechnology Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Commercial Banking Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Worst Sectors to Avoid This Week

This week, the Communications Equipment, Metals and Mining, Shipping and Logistics, Marine, and Communications Equipment sectors look weak according to Portfolio Grader.

5 Stocks With Bad Earnings Growth — KWK GNK KCG SOL CRK

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 — STP ATPG KWK EDN HSOL

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

Should I Buy LinkedIn? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

The social network for business professionals is doing everything right, but that nosebleed valuation hurts, making it tough to recommend the stock now.

4 Health Care Provider Stocks to Sell Now

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

6 Stocks to Sell in January

These stocks are especially vulnerable in this volatile market. See this month's sell list.

5 Stocks With Poor Operating Margin Growth — UPIP FMBI QTM PQ CIT

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 Ugly Sales Growth — ACHN DSCO FOLD NAVB UPIP

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