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.

It’s Time to Short Newspaper Stocks

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite Warren Buffett's bullishness, newspaper stocks are the furthest thing from a good buy right now. Here's why.

Barclays No Longer a Bank Stock Buy

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Barclays is reeling from financial scandal and just plain poor performance, and the time to sell this banking sector stock is as soon as possible

It’s Time to Get Out of RIMM

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Research in Motion no longer has any buying momentum and their growth prospects are shrinking each quarter, so now is the time to part ways with the stock

Research In Motion Completely Implodes

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Its latest earnings and announcements are all bad news. A big loss, a huge layoff, yet another delay for BlackBerry 10. RIM is going full-speed reverse.

What’s the Real Impact of Generic Drugs?

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The danger of patent expirations for big pharma isn't new, but the amount of market share those brands are losing to generics as a result are not pretty.

8 Reasons to Sell Microsoft and Dump Steve Ballmer

By Keith Fitz-Gerald
Microsoft head Steve Ballmer has not done a very good job as steward at the company, and here are 8 reasons why I would fire him today

The Future of Francesca’s: Too Much Growth?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
The boutique chain is hot right now, especially after its last earnings report -- but the company's huge focus on expansion might backfire.

J.C. Penney’s Makeover Is Far From ‘Genius’

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The "genius" of Ron Johnson's JCPenney makeover plans is starting to look quite the opposite. The struggling retailer must act fast to stop the bleeding.

Dell’s Move for Quest Won’t Help Its PC Woes

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Quest Software would be a good fit for Dell, but tablets are eating into PC sales -- and that shift is likely to intensify.

Was I Wrong About For-Profit Schools?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sure, Apollo beat earnings, but don't get too excited -- the quality of those earnings wasn't so hot and the fundamentals of for-profit schools are still weak.

Who Dies First: Nokia or RIMM?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Both Nokia and RIMM have large cash positions that should keep them afloat for at least a year. But one of the two is more vulnerable.

Our 3 Sells for July

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
With the economy slowing these three stocks are showing signs of dips in revenue and profits, and now is a good time to sell and re-balance portfolios

Abercrombie & Fitch No Bargain Even After Store Closings

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The struggling retailer continued its 40% year-to-date plunge after Friday's news of more store closings, but don't confuse it for a value buy.

For-Profit Colleges Are Doomed

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
The real threat to the sector is that college educations may be the next big bubble.

Is SodaStream the Next Green Mountain?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Short it if you can, or use covered calls or naked puts to play this fad stock.

Is BBBY’s Meltdown a Preview for Dick’s?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amazon has sucked the life out of numerous retailers -- just look at Bed Bath & Beyond -- and Dick’s Sporting Goods could be next.

Now Is the Time to Sell Ford

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
Ford has run its course for the time being, with weaker sales in Europe and North America contributing to lower earnings.

J.C. Penney Stock On Sale to Investors

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
J.C. Penney is struggling to get their new pricing message across, and the end result is an unexpected management shakeup that still may not work. Sell JCP

The Toxic Past Haunting Anadarko’s Future

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Anadarko’s legal headache can be traced back to its 2006 acquisition of Kerr-McGee’s oil and gas assets (along with its toxic legacy). Now APC is facing a $25B lawsuit thanks to that deal.
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