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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Get Long GW Pharmaceuticals PLC- ADR (GWPH) Stock for Free

The pharma sector is more volatile than normal due to political influence. I will capitalize on that by selling puts in GWPH stock for income.

Ulta Beauty Inc (ULTA) Stock’s Easy Profits Are Gone, But Not For Long

ULTA is a momentum stock that inspired awe on the way up. Now it's causing panic on the way down. I want to bet that the fears will abate.

This Is Why Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock Will Fail

Tesla (TSLA) is bouncing back, but overhead resistance should keep a lid on its recovery. Profit with Tesla stock bear call spreads.

Don’t Be Scared of Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Stock!

Look past the bearish warnings and Chesapeake Energy (CHK) is hinting at a different and more bullish narrative to come for CHK stock.

Square Inc (SQ) Stock Is On a Tear, But You Can Still Go Long

Companies like Square always seem like they came too far too fast. I can sell downside risk in SQ stock to profit from this.

Trade of the Day: Macy’s Inc (M)

I think Macy’s is probably undervalued at this point…it’s been hit so hard. And it’s one of the few retailers that I think will survive. So I’m looking for a snapback.

How to Trade Facebook Inc (FB) Stock’s Climb to Record Highs

Facebook just closed at a record high. Here's how to capitalize on further strength in FB stock with a high probability of success.

Trade of the Day: Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock Is Itching for a Rally

TWTR stock through a multimonth lens remains in a consolidation phase but Twitter increasingly looks to be attracting buyers for a potential next leg higher.

Apple Inc. Is Stuck in a Rut. Profit on AAPL Stock Anyway!

Apple shares are taking a nap. But we don't need AAPL stock to move to make a profit. Here's how to generate income out of thin air.

Capture Up to 250% in Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock

There’s enough evidence a low has been made in Alphabet (GOOGL), but capturing upside is better served using GOOGL stock options.

Scorching-Hot Square Inc (SQ) Stock Is a Big-League Buy

Square shares are breaking out, and options are juiced. Make this trade on SQ stock to score a high return on investment.

Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) Stock Is On Life Support

Rite Aid Corporation could be quite a steal for a daring private equity firm, but will one step in to save flat-lining RAD stock?

Catch the Falling Snap Inc (SNAP) Stock Machete With THIS Glove

Falling knives like Snap Inc. are scariest when they seem to have no bottom. SNAP stock is in free fall, so take advantage of elevated fear.

Don’t Be Afraid of Freeport-McMoRan Inc (FCX) Stock

Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) is a violent stock, so profit from selling against what others fear -- below support levels in FCX stock.

Go Long Baidu Inc (ADR) (BIDU) Stock With Muted Risk

Names like BIDU stock don't give us many opportunities to grab a move before it happens. Get long Baidu for free before it's too late.

Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock Looks Tired, Toppy and Downright Terrible

The shorts look to have assumed control in Tesla, as the faith is finally broken. Sell any rally in TSLA stock using this trade idea.

Best Buy Co Inc (BBY) Stock and Retail Got Whacked. Here’s How to Trade.

Retail stocks like Best Buy are getting smoked. Here's how to take pain in BBY and broader retail, and make it your gain.

Trade of the Day: Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Stock

After a 15% drop, COST stock has reached a critical long-term support level on the Costco charts, where bounces or even reversals could occur.

3 Transportation Stocks That Are Ready to Truck Higher

Transportation stocks are sitting at record highs. Embrace the space with these three trades on big transports such as FedEx (FDX).