Trading Advice

Many investors have no idea how options works. At InvestorPlace, we believe that you should know the difference between a put and a call. Our financial analysts will show you which stocks are ripe for swing trades, how to position your portfolio to minimize your risk, and what are the top stocks to trade this week.

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Can You Still Profit From Boston Scientific’s Tremendous Run?

I am bullish on BSX stock for the long-term. However, I don’t know that right now is the right time to buy Boston Scientific.

Get on Board the Amazon Rocket Ride to $3,000

AMZN stock is not cheap but it's justified. The company growth rate will continue. Amazon's bottom line will surprise us all in 2019.

What Is a 10-K and Why Investors Should Understand It

Learning what is a 10-K and how to read a 10-K can greatly enhance an investor's understanding of a company and its underlying stock.

Papa John’s Stock Ready to Serve Piping-Hot Profits?

PZZA stock has had a difficult 2018, but Papa Johns could offer sizable gains later down the road. Here are 3 trade ideas to consider.

Buy Facebook Stock as It Finds Its Footing

Facebook stock is misbehaving, but with support major looming a turnaround could be imminent. Or not! Here's how to trade it either way.

These Two Semiconductor Stocks Will Lead to Great Profits

Both of these semiconductor stocks offer good value off and on the price chart. Here's why investors shouldn't be too quick to write them off.

The Rally In ConocoPhillips Stock Is Starting to Run Out of Gas

COP stock had an inside day yesterday, meaning that the entire price range fell within the price range of the previous day. This is many times a reliable indication that the trend may be coming to an end.

Trade of the Day: More Downside Ahead for the Russell 2000 IWM ETF

This recent weakness in the IWM ETF has it targeting a next well-defined downside level for active investors and traders to focus around.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: KeyCorp, Copart and Akamai Technologies

The stock charts of AKAM, CPRT and KEY are shaping up as your top trading prospects on hump-day, despite confusion in the broader market.

Is It Time for a Safe Landing in Southwest Airlines Stock?

Southwest Airlines stock has had strong three months, but it might be time to take some money off the table.

An Early Christmas Gift in Nvidia Stock for Bulls

Don’t let the market spook you, take advantage of continued upside and other seasonal niceties with a well-placed options spread as NVDA stock breaks out.

Stitch Fix Stock Is Unravelling — Buy It While It’s Cheap!

Stitch Fix management only guided lower in the first quarter of 2019, but the market is overreacting. This is an opportunity to go long SFIX stock.

Trade of the Day: Emerson Electric Co. (EMR)

We are opening a new bullish trade on Emerson Electric Co. (NYSE:EMR). The trade deal with Canada announced today may not be materially different than NAFTA, but relieving that uncertainty is likely to have a positive impact on the market anyway.

3 Stock Charts for Tuesday: Twitter, Wells Fargo and Marathon Oil

The stock charts of PEP, WFC and TWTR are your best trading bets as Tuesday's action gets going. Here's what you need to know.

3 Dow Jones Stocks to Buy Today

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is flying high this morning and large-caps are loving it. Here are three of the best Dow Jones stocks to buy.

Take a Risk On Fallen Angel General Electric

There are plenty of experts who can argue the fundamentals on GE from both sides of the fence. Somewhere in the middle lies upside potential.

3 Downtrodden Chinese Stocks to Profit From In October

Chinese stocks will likely continue to their volatility and downside in October, but investors can use these trading strategies to profit.

Trade of the Day: Lennar Corporation (LEN)

Today, I’m recommending a bearish trade on Lennar Corporation (NYSE:LEN), a real estate financial services provider. Two areas of the market that have been hit hard lately are the auto sector, including the big names such as Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) and General Motors Company (NYSE:GM), and the real estate sector, largely due to rising interest rates.

Order a Meal in Chipotle Stock for $1.50

Don’t just get long CMG stock. Instead, order a well-placed bullish spread combination from Chipotle’s options menu.