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 Rallies to Short While They’re Ahead

These three stock rallies have persisted for weeks and even months, but they're all destined for failure. Prepare to profit with short trades.

Trade GoPro Inc (GPRO) Stock at the Peak of the Rally

GPRO stock has momentum. Although I don't trust its management, I am willing to bet on GoPro's price action in the options market.

Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Will Hit $180 After Earnings

Just like AMD, Nvidia's rally is no fad. NVDA stock will soar after Thursday's report as Wall Street continues to recognize its potential.

Make Money in Walt Disney Co (DIS) Stock Into Earnings

Quality names like DIS stock will eventually revert to trading fundamentals. So I focus on support areas in Disney for income.

Ride the Bullish Trend in Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock

It remains the right time and right price for a Microsoft collar position within a friendly business and MSFT stock environment.

Trade of the Day: Tanger Factory Outlet Centers (SKT)

Retail REITs are finishing up their end of earnings reports, and the news isn’t great.

Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) Stock Is a Top Breakout Pick

A breakout in Goldman Sachs is imminent. Capitalize with this trade on GS stock as this Wall Street bank plays catch-up with the sector.

The Stock Rally Continues as Money Rotates to Financial Stocks

The headline stock indices like the SPY have been choppy of late, but financial stocks are showing signs of life both in relative and absolute terms.

Trade of the Day: Bet on Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock

The recent resurgence of financial stocks has BAC stock looking promising for a potential breakout trade. Keep an eye on Bank of America.

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Stock Is a Dead Cat Bouncing

This week's rebound in Starbucks is destined for failure. Make its pain your gain with this trade idea on SBUX stock.

A Fresh Breakout Looms for Lululemon Athletica Inc. (LULU) Stock

Lululemon Athletica Inc. shares are on the mend, and Friday's rally is ushering it right into resistance. Buy LULU stock for a breakout.

How to Buy a Real GoPro Inc (GPRO) Stock Recovery

GoPro's second-quarter earnings report has many bulls thinking "comeback!" Still, the smart play is to trade GPRO stock long, not buy it.

7 Reasons to Invest in Emerging Markets Now

Many investors are nervous about the odds of additional upside in emerging-market equities. The upward surge is far from over, though.

Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd (ADR) (TEVA) Stock Is Not a Falling Knife, It’s a Guillotine

TEVA looks less like a falling knife than like a full-blown guillotine. Still, I will stick my neck in it for a peek at Teva.

This Dinner Party for Yelp Inc (YELP) Stock Isn’t Over

Grabbing for shooting star like YELP stock is just as scary as catching falling knives except the fear in something like Yelp is for being late.

Trade of the Day: Regal Entertainment Group (RGC)

Our indicators are giving neutral-to-bearish readings this week, a downgrade from bullish-to-neutral readings last week, so caution is advised over the near term. A group I’m definitely negative on right now is the movie theaters.

Trade of the Day: Electronic Arts Inc. (EA) Stock Is a Tale of Two Timeframes

EA stock has rallied to the upper end of its longer-term price range, but Electronic Arts also is flagging a breakout on the near-term charts.

3 Tech Stocks on the Dip That Are Ready to Rip

Earnings season is winding down, but the post-report pullbacks in three tech stocks are generating juicy trading setups.

Opportunity Is Knocking in Square Inc (SQ) Stock

Catching falling knives is scary, but it can be profitable in stocks that are deserving, like Square. Bet on SQ stock and profit.