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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3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Activision Blizzard, S&P Global and Interpublic Group of Companies

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The stock charts of SPGI, ATVI and IPG are positioned to set off trading fireworks as the new trading week begins.

Take the Long View on Canopy Growth’s Potential

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Canopy Growth is mellowing out after Constellation's $4 billion buy-in. But cannabis stocks are still volatile, so here are two ways to trade CGC stock.

Short Alibaba Stock for High Probability Profits

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Chinese stocks are faltering, and that makes Alibaba a prime bear candidate. Profit from its downfall with BABA stock options.

TSLA Stock: The Biggest Opportunities Come From the Loudest Headlines

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
The TSLA stock thesis is not dead yet. Elon Musk is integral but the law SEC suit is not the death of the company. This too can pass.

After Taking Off, Time for BA Stock to Start to Descend

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
While certainly some of the rally is attributable to an easing of the Chinese tariff fears, the latest move has come a little too far, too fast.  Look for BA to run into some turbulence if it tries to fly higher.

Is It Time for a Preemptive Bearish Play on Hasbro Stock?

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hasbro stock has had a strong September, but it might be time to take some money off the table. Here are two trades to consider.

Is CBS Stock Ready to Produce Profits for Investors Again?

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
CBS stock has had a volatile 2018, but it could offer sizable gains later down the road. The following are three ways to trade CBS.

Trade of the Day: Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO)

By Ken Trester
Today I’m recommending a bullish trade on Marathon Oil Corporation (NYSE:MRO). Commodities are actually one area of the market that is presenting a real bargain right now, and as we enter October, a month in which several significant market crashes have occurred in the past, there is the potential that we could see some negative action.

How to Buy Lululemon Stock Without Sweating It

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don’t sweat a stretched LULU stock snapping at some bulls -- try on this smartly designed play to profit with confidence.

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Netflix, International Paper and Raytheon Company

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The stock charts of RTN, IP and NFLX merit a closer inspection as the trading week comes to a close.

Thank Wall Street Later, Buy Arista Stock Today

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
ANET stock has a lot going for it off and on the price chart, but investors may still want to position with an Arista bull call spread for stronger risk-adjusted returns.

Applied Optoelectronics Stock Is a Falling Machete That’s Worth Catching

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fundamentally, AAOI stock is reasonable. The downgrade in Applied Optoelectronics is more for future hurdles that may not materialize. Go long.

Under Armour Stock Is Sprinting Higher — Trade the Breakout

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Under Armour stock is sprinting higher on rising consumer demand and an improving economy. It's time to bet bullish on UAA ahead of earnings.

Is Bank of New York Mellon Stock Worth Banking on Today?

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
BK stock has had a volatile 2018, but it could offer sizable gains later down the road. Here's why you should consider Bank of New York.

Trade of the Day: Eli Lilly (LLY)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
We are opening a new bullish trade on Eli Lilly (NYSE:LLY), the $106 billion manufacturer of pharmaceutical products. LLY skyrocketed higher after its last earnings announcement, in which the company not only beat revenue and earnings expectations but also announced it would be spinning out part of its Elanco Animal Health division in an initial public offering (IPO).

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: Western Union, Boston Scientific and Zions Bancorp

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The stock charts of ZION, BSX and WU are your top prospects headed into today's trading action.

Trade of the Day: Pfizer Stock Rallies Too Far, Too Fast

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
PFE stock gave us a bearish reversal. Active investors could look to play it with well-defined risk parameters. Those are exactly the kinds of trades we like!

Nike Stock Stands on Solid Footing Despite Earnings Dip

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nike stock is backed by a proven team that continues to deliver on its promises. The NKE brand is global and competition has failed to upstage it ... don't fade the stock.

Boeing Stock Is Taking Flight — Buy It!

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Boeing is emerging as a new market leader. This bull call spread is a good bet to bank on continued strength in BA stock.
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