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.

Shorts Target JC Penny, LinkedIn, Weatherford

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
: Short interest rose last month and sellers focused on J.C. Penney (NYSE: JCP), LinkedIn (NYSE: LNKD), Weatherford International (NYSE: WFT).

Chesapeake Energy Isn’t Worth Chasing

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Questions regarding gas reserves are just the beginning.

Acme Packet’s Stock Looks Pricey

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
The company's CEO seems to agree, as he sheds shares.

6 Brand Name Consumer Stocks to Trash

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
With consumer confidence waning, there may be more tough times ahead for these struggling stocks.

4 Kings of Media to Sell

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
These media conglomerates may rule over popular culture, but when it comes to their stocks, investors would be wise to stage a revolt.

Shorts Target Sprint, Masco and Office Depot

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Short sellers are targets the shares of Sprint Nextel (NYSE: S), Masco (NYSE:MAS) and Office Depot (NYSE: ODP).

Sina Shares Serve Up Too Much Risk

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
This stock is too pricey to weather this much volatility.

J.C. Penney Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Strong headwinds face the incoming CEO.

RIMM Shares Still Screaming Short

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Friday's tumble isn't the end of this stock's fall.

Wal-Mart Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Competition may continue to keep a lid on the mega-retailer's growth.

Huntsman Shares Have Too Many Hurdles, For Now

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
The stock is reasonably priced, but election season could bring more bad publicity.

RIMM Revival Hopes Hitting the Skids

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
The stock's bulls have mostly headed for the hills.

6 Famous Retail Stocks to Sell in the Next Rally

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
These famous names have delivered lackluster performance lately. Use any market strength to unload them.

Shorts Target Supervalu, Best Buy and Pulte

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Short sale opportunities include Supervalu (NYSE: SVU), Best Buy (NYSE: BBY), Pulte (NYSE: PHM).

Pandora Media – 3 Pros, 3 Cons After Stock IPO

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
An avid user base may not be enough to beat the competition.

7 Big-Name Stocks That Are a Sucker’s Bet

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Bargain hunters are chomping at the bit, but these mega caps should be avoided, even at their newly discounted prices.

Run Away from RenRen Shares

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Accounting issues at the newly-minted stock raise questions, and slam shares -40% in the weeks after a May IPO.

Shorts Target AIG, Gamestop, Frontier Communications

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tech changes and stock overhang has short sellers circling this insurer, phone company, and game retailer. Here's how you can play the downside.

Beware These 8 False Bargain Stocks

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Don't be tricked into thinking that these falling stocks present great buying opportunities. These so-called bargains from some of the hottest sectors are anything but.
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