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.

The Bears Hit the Target Corporation Bullseye

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2017

TGT stock is a falling knife this morning and those, especially the retail ones, are scary. Strategically sell risk into the Target fear for income.

Buy General Electric Company Stock While Everyone Hates It

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2017

There is no doubt that General Electric's management messed up. Used the hatred on Wall Street to generate income in GE stock with room to spare.

Another Gift for Qualcomm, Inc. Stock Bulls

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2017

The “best six months” started with a bang in QCOM stock. If you’re sure of more to come in Qualcomm, don’t spend a dime -- literally and figuratively!

The Rally In Roku Inc Stock Has Come to an Ugly End

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2017

The top is in for Roku stock for the foreseeable future thanks to its ridiculous valuation and even more ridiculous price action.

Trade of the Day: Gilead Sciences, Inc. (GILD)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Nov 15, 2017

GILD has been struggling since its earnings announcement in late October. To add insult to injury, the stock just got hit with another downgrade.

Trade of the Day: Regions Financial Corp Looks Set to Charge Higher

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2017

RF stock is higher by about 10% for the year thanks to a strong rally in the broader financial sector since early September.

How to Trade the Snap Inc Oversold Bounce

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

Is SNAP stock a good buy right now? Absolutely not. But you don't have to own Snap Inc shares to profit from the coming oversold bounce.

The Trend in Facebook Inc Is a Beaut, Buy It

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 14, 2017

Technology stocks are all the rage and Facebook Inc is one of the best. Here's how to capitalize on a year-end run with FB options.

Don’t Bother Trading Ford Motor Company Shares Just Yet

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Nov 14, 2017

Ford Motor Company has plenty of fundamental value, but that's not going to do F stock enough good in the near future to matter.

Home Depot Inc Could Help You Build a Stronger Portfolio

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

HD is struggling to rally behind a decent earnings report. The stock could be tired but still I can bet long if I leave room for error.

Press Reset in Take Two Interactive Software Inc

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

The time is right to game TTWO stock with a free options combination that will put traders in a good position no matter what Take Two does.

Grab TJX Companies Inc Stock on Sale for the Holidays

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

Few falling knives are as scary as the retail ones. TJX Companies is falling on a miss in earnings. I could nibble long TJX stock, but with much room for error.

Trade of the Day: Nike Inc Could Be a Runner

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

NKE stock is littered with up and down gaps. But if done properly this type of price action in Nike can reap profits.

Here’s Why Ford Motor Company Stock Could Remain a Value Trap

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2017

Ford has done well over the last few months, but is still flat on the year. Here's how to trade F stock going into year's end.

Save Big and Ring the Register on Target Corporation

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 13, 2017

TGT stock has done a lot of giving back the last couple years, but now bulls are in position to steer the cart in Target.

Applied Optoelectronics Inc Is Only Worth It When You Use This Strategy

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 13, 2017

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) stock has room on the chart to rally strongly, but risks off the chart mandate approaching long positions with a bullish call vertical.