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.

3 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Sell Now

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

9 “Triple F” Stocks to Sell

This week, 9 stocks get F's ("strong strong") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

5 Stocks With Awful Analyst Earnings Revisions — AIXG VTNC WSTL EQU RENT

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

Sell These Tech Stocks Before It’s Too Late

The charts are pointing to downside for these beloved issues -- get out now while you can.

For-Profit Colleges Fail on All Counts

The whole industry is reeling from a combination of body blows. None of the big names seems better suited to weather the downturn than any other.

10 Worst “Strong Sell” Stocks This Week — NOK RIMM ACI 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 increased 18.5%, the Dow is up 11%, and the S&P has increased 16.2%.

5 Stocks With Crummy Earnings Surprises — RCL MERC CIA IIIN UCBI

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

The Big Problem With Coca-Cola Stock

Investors continue to bid up this stock -- but why?

2 Security Software Stocks That Are Infected

Check Point and Fortinet are facing some big threats, so investors are wise to steer clear at least for a while.

6 Software Stocks to Sell Now

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

Don’t Expect a Strong Month for Tech

Tech usually enjoys a seasonal bump, but that seems unlikely this year. Here's one tech name in particular investors should go short on.

4 Biotechnology Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Stocks With Awful Earnings Momentum — NAV HBM UCBI LEAP TC

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

4 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

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

Should I Buy Halliburton? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

The company is facing big challenges, but its shares are trading at an attractive valuation. Is there opportunity for investors to get a bargain? Here's our verdict.

5 Commercial Banking Stocks to Sell Now

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

5 Stocks With Ugly Cash Flow — LDK STP ATPG YGE EDN

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

5 Stocks With Poor Earnings Growth — TAC JRCC BSX PERF SOL

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

20 Stocks That Could Be Vulnerable to Year-End Selling

Underperforming stocks tend to lag even more in October thanks to tax-loss selling by mutual funds. Does this signal opportunity in November, or is it a trap?