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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X Stock: U.S. Steel Will Withstand Global Tariffs

The global tariff headline will abate and U.S. Steel shares will revert to trading on its good fundamentals. These artificial corrections will stop and there are better days coming for X stock.

Nvidia Stock: Cash In on NVDA’s Monster Rally

NVDA stock is trading at extremes on both a fundamental and technical basis. Time to take a breather after a 14% five day rally.

Trade of the Day: Guggenheim CurrencyShares British Pound (FXB)

If Britain can't obtain favorable trade arrangements with the EU, the British economy is going to suffer, the Bank of England (BOE) may need to try and stimulate the economy and the value of the British pound is going to fall.

Here’s How to Profit From the Breakout in Arista Networks

ANET stock has a lot going for it off and on the price chart, but investors may want to position using a bull call spread for stronger risk-adjusted returns

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Comcast, Rockwell Collins and Essex Property Trust

The stock charts of CMCSA, COL and ESS are positioned to get the new trading week going with a bang.

The Best Way to Secure Gains in Viacom Stock Now

In an uncertain operating environment, a modified fence options strategy is akin to wedded bliss for Viacom (VIAB) stock bulls.

Volatile Box Stock Is In Earnings Rally Mode

Can Box live up to expectations for a 45% improvement in quarterly losses? If so, volatility could send BOX stock soaring.

How to Trade Alibaba Stock After the Earnings Shock

BABA stock is successfully executing on plans and expanding into the right areas. To do that they have to spend a bit more, so yesterday's scare in Alibaba was misplaced.

Trade of the Day: Starbucks Corporation (SBUX)

The technical picture is very bearish for SBUX. If we have any kind of correction, that thing’s going to fall like a rock.

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Broadcom, Fastenal and Danaher

The stock charts of DHR, FAST and AVGO deserve a little extra attention today, as they've each set up possible trade-worthy moves.

Apple Stock Is Ripe for the Picking

Apple is leading tech stocks higher, and this week's bull flag is providing a low-risk entry. Here's how to capitalize with AAPL stock options.

Headline Fears in Facebook Are Overdone — FB Is Headed Higher

FB stock is cheap. This is a growth company priced like a mega-cap value play. It's headed higher with time. It still has the attention and the potential of over a billion people daily.

How to Trade Best Buy at Record Highs Ahead of Earnings

Retails stocks have pushed FAANG out of the market leadership spot. But can Best Buy continue to bank on the growing consumer momentum and should you bet on BBY stock soaring higher after earnings?

More Reasons to Like Momo Stock Today!

Following a terrific all-around earnings report, it’s time to try a longer-term bull call spread in MOMO stock.

Trade of the Day: J.B. Hunt Transport Services (JBHT)

J.B. Hunt Transport Services (JBHT) broke up through the $123 level on Monday, and we now expect the stock to climb back up toward the daily high of $130 the stock reached briefly on July 16.

3 Big Stock Charts for Thursday: GGP, Analog Devices and Citizens Financial Group

The stock charts of CFG, ADI and GGP are shaping up as the most interesting trading prospects as the week winds down.

Trade of the Day: Amgen Is a Strong Stock in a Giddy Industry

AMGN stock has seen a steady incline since May and one that has good odds of continuing. This is sponsored by a general bid in the healthcare and biotechnology sectors.

Gaming Stocks: How to Trade a Downtrodden EA and ATVI

Both Activision and Electronic Arts have suffered of late from overblown near-term fears. Here's how you can trade ATVI and EA stock with minimal risk and profit from Wall Street's cowardice.

Build Your Profits in Lowe’s Stock

LOW stock is still showing constructive price action. Use this play to capitalize on strength in Lowe's without risking too much.