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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It’s Time for Red Hat Stock Bears to Strike Back

For traders appreciative of growing downside risk in RHT stock, Red Hat’s options market enables promising opportunties for profits.

Netflix Stock Is Ready to Rally Higher

Netflix shares are itching for a breakout. Here's how to double your money with a NFLX stock trade.

The Micron Stock Selloff Is Utterly Unreasonable — Buy MU Here

The U.S.-China trade war will end soon and MU stock remains a value play as macroeconomic conditions are still favorable to growth for chipmakers like Micron.

Bunge Stock Is Ready to Make a Big Leap Forward in 2018

Bunge stock has had a difficult 2018, but it could offer some sizable gains later down the road. Here's what you need to know about BG.

Trade of the Day: Etsy, Inc. (ETSY)

Both the S&P 500 and the Dow Jones set new all-time highs yesterday, and the S&P 500 Volatility Index (VIX) closed below the 12 level at 11.80, which is a positive sign. That tells me that traders are feeling comfortable at current levels, so I am going to recommend a bullish trade today on Etsy, Inc. (NASDAQ:ETSY) to play the current rally in stocks.

The Recent Rally in Caterpillar Stock Has Reached an Extreme

Caterpillar shares have come too far, too fast. Look for the red hot rally in CAT stock to cool in the coming weeks.

Square Up and Buy SQ Stock

Traders finally have a chance to buy Square shares at a discount. Here's how to game the pullback with SQ stock options.

The Sequel to Disney Stock’s Breakout Will Be Huge!

The House of Mouse has been quiet, but 2019 should see a bullish sequel and a great environment for DIS stock.

But Don’t Miss This Buying Opportunity in Red Hat Stock

Red Hat stock is tanking on earnings, but short-term hiccups are to be expected while Red Hat's management continues to execute on long-term plans. Go long RHT stock here.

Keep Making Money in Advanced Micro Devices

The rise in Advanced Micro Devices is pausing, but that doesn't mean you can't still profit. Here's how to approach AMD stock.

Trade of the Day: Home Depot, Inc. (HD)

We are opening a new bullish trade on Home Depot (NYSE:HD). The economics of business success always boil down to the simple concepts of supply and demand and, right now, HD is providing the supply of home-repair products and services while Hurricane Florence is providing the demand for those products and services.

Trade of the Day: Bank of America Offers a Bullish Trade

On Wednesday BAC stock rallied 2.6% as the banks received a bid. A trade higher now seems to be in the cards.

Safely Trade Bank of America Stock in These Uncertain Times

Bank of America is a premier bank and BAC stock will lead the pack as interest rates continue to rise.

Apache Corporation Stock Is Set for a Strong Comeback

APA stock has had a choppy 2018, but it could offer some sizable gains later down the road. Here's what Apache investors need to know.

The Shine Is Starting to Come Back on Apple Stock

After a sharp selloff, Apple stock is looking more attractive both fundamentally and technically. Be ready to buy AAPL on any further dips.

2 Bank Stocks to Trade: Buy JPMorgan, Short Goldman Sachs

Use the options market and a long/short strategy in bank stocks JPM and GS to better grow or preserve your bank roll.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: DISH Network, BorgWarner and Procter & Gamble

The stocks charts of PG, BWA and DISH are your best bets, setting up trends many people are overlooking. Here's a closer look at each.

Trade of the Day: Apple Stock Is in Mean-Reversion Mode

Apple stock now looks ripe to move toward a next lower price target that has plenty of relevance through the lens of technical analysis.

Build Yourself a Trade in Home Depot Stock

A momentum-fueled rally has descended on Home Depot stock. Here's how to capitalize with HD stock options.