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.

6 Auto Industry Stocks Heading for a Crash

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Apr 4, 2012

The rise in the automobile industry's fortunes is not lifting all the players at the same time, and these 6 stocks may not be good for your portfolio.

7 Oil Service Stocks Better Left in the Dust

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Apr 4, 2012

The oil and gas sector is undergoing a rapid changes, and these 7 seven stocks are having a hard time making it in out of the fields.

5 Aerospace and Defense Stocks to Sell

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Apr 3, 2012

The defense sector is under attack as the U.S. Government weighs spending cuts to military programs. These five stocks may not perform under those conditions.

Best Buy Might Not Be Your Best Buy

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 30, 2012

Best Buy posted a huge loss that has shaken up investors and Wall Street. The company is shaking up the business model, so patience -- not panic -- is in order.

Don’t Even Bother With Drugstore Stocks

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 30, 2012

At one time, investing in drugstores was a good idea. They sold drugs, everyone needed drugs and you couldn’t get drugs anywhere else. Times have changed.

Run Away From Nike and DSW

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 30, 2012

They're great companies, but their stocks are vastly overvalued. That means it's time to sell.

The Food Biz Has Left General Mills Behind

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 29, 2012

General Mills hasn't kept up with food-market trends. It's the Pac-Man of the food world -- and this writer suggests selling the stock.

Tiffany: Blue Boxes Still Sparkle, But Its Stock Has to Go

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 29, 2012

Tiffany's latest earnings report was good at a glance, but had some red flags deeper in. The luxury stock might be too pricey, even for its premium brand.

7 Consumer Stocks to Ditch Today

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 29, 2012

Not all consumer stocks are created equal, and these 9 should perhaps be culled from your portfolio.

9 Financial Stocks Ready to Sell

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 29, 2012

Financial stocks are under some pressure, with new regulations pending amid a host of other concerns. These nine stocks look ripe for selling in this market.

6 Energy Stocks Out of Steam

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 29, 2012

While much of the energy sector enjoys solid growth and gains, it may be time to sell these 6 laggards from your portfolio

HP Dividend Hike Not Enough to Make This Dud a Buy

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Mar 28, 2012

Hewlett-Packard's announced dividend increase is good news for shareholders, but another in a series of baffling moves at the company.

7 Reasons Why Apple Is the Short of a Lifetime

By Keith Fitz-Gerald Mar 27, 2012

Apple's stock price continues to soar with no end in sight. However, savvy investors might take a look at the opportunity to profit from a short play

3 Popular Stocks to Sell Now

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 26, 2012

Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar stores have plenty of fans, but here's why it's time to bail.

2 Sells and Some Trimming for April

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Mar 26, 2012

It's time to get DirecTV and Silver Wheaton out of your portfolio, and to consider taking some money off the table on stocks with big run-ups.

Don’t Lose Any Sleep Over Regional Banks’ Stress Tests

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Mar 23, 2012

Zions and Regions both passed their stress tests, though other analysts have raised their eyebrows. Investors shouldn't sweat the debate -- or the stocks.