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.

Once High-Flying Dell Computer Grounded for the Long Term

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 6, 2011

Dell has greatly expanded since its made-to-order computer days, but its stock has dropped in attractiveness.

Don’t Let Ego Keep You From Selling Stumbling JPMorgan

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 5, 2011

JPMorgan has troubling financials and an egomaniac at the helm -- in a bad sector, that's bad news. Consider regionals like KeyBank instead.

Tapping the Brakes on a CarMax Buy

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 5, 2011

Used-car specialist CarMax has done well in the recent past, but obstacles down the road merit investor caution.

6 Stocks to Sell in October

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Oct 4, 2011

From Delta Air Lines to Green Mountain Coffee, these six stocks carry a high degree of risk and should be sold into any market strength. See the full list of stocks to sell.

MGM Resorts a Better Vegas Play than LVS

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 4, 2011

No one is saying Las Vegas Sands isn't a good company, but MGM is regaining its clout and comes at a far better value.

Yum! Brands, Chipotle and Domino’s — A Recipe for Investor Indigestion

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer Oct 4, 2011

YUM, CMG and DPZ are all growing, but none of these restaurant stocks are worth their high P/E's.

Kindle Fire or Not, Amazon’s No Better Value Than Apple

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 3, 2011

Amazon's sales tax fight and a quick glance at both companies' financials make any positioning in the tablet wars a moot point -- Apple's where you should trade.

United Technologies Bit Off More Debt Than It Can Chew

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 30, 2011

UTX is being overly optimistic about how fast it can pay off the debt from buying Goodrich. Down-on-its-luck 3M might be a better play.

9 Airline Stocks to Sell Amid Stormy Skies

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Sep 30, 2011

Tight regulations, low consumer spending and oil prices are bringing airlines down for a rough landing, making these nine stocks a sell.

10 Defense Stocks to Sell

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Sep 29, 2011

Military spending is a hot topic on Capitol Hill, putting big defense contracts in the cross-hairs. Investors would be wise to jettison these defense stocks.

It’s Not Too Late to Sell Netflix

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 27, 2011

The sharks are circling for a potential acquisition snack, but until a buyout, there's still plenty of bottom left in NFLX.

8 Financial Stocks Rated ‘Strong Sell’ ‎

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Sep 23, 2011

Financial stocks have been beaten to a pulp in 2011. Along with the rest of the financial sector, the eight biggest losers aren't instilling confidence in investors.

Duke Realty Is a Cluttered REIT House

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 23, 2011

DRE isn't stinking it up, but other REITs are more appealing.

Blackstone Trades in Poisoned Waters

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 23, 2011

Blackstone Group has a history of cynical deals and poor fiscal management -- if you want to own an asset manager, seek higher ground.

PepsiCo Should Split Up

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 22, 2011

With its food businesses picking up the slack from its sluggish beverage division, it might be time for PepsiCo to split up.

Nothing Subtle About Nuance Communications

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 21, 2011

Voice recognition software specialist Nuance Communications' court battle with Vlingo, place in the pockets of Warburg Pincus should make investors wary.