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.

Bank of America: Don’t Confuse ‘Passed the Stress Test’ With ‘Investment Worthy’

The confirmation of Bank of America's ability to survive economic hardship shouldn't necessarily be a green light for investors.

5 Telecom Stocks to Hang Up On

Not all telecoms can take advantage of their markets, and these five foreign-owned players are underperformers that investors should consider selling.

6 Big Brands to Sell Now

In these cash-strapped times, consumers chase two things: the lowest price or the highest quality. These consumer stocks miss out on both ends.

4 Auto Stocks to Trade In

While the auto industry is enjoying a revival, not all companies are profiting. These four may be the weakest.

Sprint Stock: 1 Pro, 5 Cons

Sprint has a host of challenges, including fierce competition and the expense of rolling out a 4G LTE network. But it has one thing going for it.

Rest in Peace, Netflix

Netflix is dogged by two big problems that, as of now, have no good solutions -- and likely will mean the end as Netflix as we know it.

10 Bank Stocks Failing Our Test

The recently completed "stress tests" shows many banks on the comeback trail, but our own testing showed some still have long way to go. You may want to sell.

7 Industrial Stocks to Sell

Manufacturers took a beating in the wake of the financial crisis -- and these haven’t recovered.

10 Metals and Mining Stocks to Sell

These 10 stocks all get a "D" or an "F" using my Portfolio Grader tool.

It’s Time to Stop Chasing Retailers

A large swath of retailers have earnings headed in the right direction, but prices have caught up to the point where caution should be the order of the day.

For Now, Stay Away From MetLife

As long as MetLife's Fed oversight status is up in the air, investors should take a pass.

10 Oil and Gas Stocks to Sell

Gas and oil prices may be on the rise, but these oil and gas stocks are not making the grade, and deserve a look for sale.

Don’t Fall for the Lies About AIG’s ‘Profits’

American International Group's recent hurrahs are built on balsa wood. The company still is on the taxpayers' dime, and some of its profits are an illusion.

3 Momentum Stocks Poised for a Fall

Green Mountain shows the dangers of chasing momentum stocks. Here are three other names that are vulnerable.

5 High-Altitude Stocks Set to Descend

These five stocks have achieved meteoric year-to-date returns, but be careful with fast-rising stocks -- they often fall just as quickly as they soared.

7 Telecom Stocks to Switch Off

Some high-tech communications stocks are just not keeping pace with competitors.

5 Battered Banks to Cash Out of ASAP

Financial and banking stocks have gotten off to a hot start in 2012, but there's a host of bank stocks that are set to crash. Here's five to avoid.

9 Insurance Stocks to Sell

Midwestern tornadoes have hurt many insurers, and as summer hurricane season approaches, the short-term outlook is challenging.

Don’t Put Your Chips on This Casino!

With nearly $20 billion in debt, the only thing that can save this company is legalized online poker. Warning: Don't hold your breath.