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.

4 Mortgage Stocks to Sell Now

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

Three Simple Words: No More Cupcakes

The cupcake fad itself is annoying. The idea of investing your money in it is just plain dumb.

5 Stocks With Bad Analyst Earnings Revisions — CENX CIT THLD ACLS CWST

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

Sell JCP on Strength — While You Still Can

Friday's share-price rally after a horrid earnings report offers a rare chance for investors to escape. No matter what CEO Johnson says, JCP is a disaster.

13 “Triple F” Stocks to Sell

This week, 13 stocks get F's ("strong strong") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

7 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell Now

For the current week, the overall ratings of seven Oil and Gas stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

4 Stocks With Ugly Earnings Surprises — DRL MT GLF CQB

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

10 Worst “Strong Sell” Stocks This Week — ROVI WBMD RIMM 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 is up 15.6%, the Dow rose 7.8%, and the S&P has increased 11.5%.

3 Energy Services Stocks to Sell Now

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

7 Software Stocks to Sell Now

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

4 Communications Equipment Stocks to Sell Now

The ratings of four Communications Equipment 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 to Take Profits on Now

It's easy to get caught up watching one of your stocks rocket into orbit, but you might want to grab some of your profits now before the fuel runs out.

3 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Sell Now

For the current week, the overall ratings of three Restaurant and Resort stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

Don’t Risk an A123 Test Drive

Electric vehicle battery maker A123 Systems got a lifeline from China on Wednesday, but it'll need more than that to be a worthwhile investment.

11 Semiconductor Stocks to Sell Now

For the current week, the overall ratings of 11 Semiconductor stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

5 Stocks With Crummy Earnings Momentum — PCBC VC AEE PCO OPY

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

3 Insurance Stocks to Sell Now

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

3 Commercial Services Stocks to Sell Now

For the current week, the overall ratings of three Commercial Services stocks are worse, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Each of these rates a "D" ("sell") or "F" overall ("strong sell").

9 American Companies That Are Doomed

These companies were once leaders in their industries but have fallen hopelessly behind their competitors.