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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Free Profits on the Menu in Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock

CMG stock fundamentals are improving, which gives me levels against which I can sell risk for income in Chipotle even if price action may be bumpy.

Trade of the Day: SPDR KBW Regional Banking (ETF) (NYSEARCA:KRE)

I believe that the banking sector is in better shape than we think. True, no bills are being passed, but the regulatory environment is much improved.

Go Long Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock With Confidence

Micron has been relentless this year. While I wouldn't suggest buying MU stock outright, I would suggest using options to harness its growth.

Ride the Market Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX) Breakout

Gold prices and gold stocks are on the move. And with this week's breakout, the Market Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX) is ripe for the picking.

Trade of the Day: United Technologies Corporation (UTX) Stock Is Flirting With a Breakdown

While still higher by close to 10% for the year, UTX stock is showing signs of consolidation. time to be smart with United Technologies.

3 Key Things Not to Ignore With the Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Breakout

As NVDA stock heads ever higher, traders need to be careful about how far the Nvidia valuation is stretched before getting in.

Under Armour Inc (UAA) Stock Is Out of Room to Run

With earnings gone, Under Armour (UAA) has nothing left in the tank for a bull run. It's time for UAA stock to drift lower.

Cash In On Whole Foods Market, Inc. (WFM) Stock Rumors

While WFM stock fundamentals are less than ideal, you can make money in Whole Foods selling risk against support levels that are likely to hold through 2017.

Trade the SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (GLD) for Greenbacks

Gold prices are soaring on Tuesday, bringing profits to SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) owners. Capitalize on continued strength with this GLD trade.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Will Hit New Heights. Go Long With Low Risk!

I'm happy going long Apple knowing that Warren Buffett will defend my position for me. Here's how to generate income from AAPL stock.

Scorching PayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL) Stock Can Send You Free Money

Fast-moving stocks like PayPal don't leave many entry opportunities. Instead, use options to make PYPL stock pay you in cash.

How to Trade Red-Hot Square Inc (SQ) Stock at All-Time Highs

Square shares scored a record high on Monday. Here's what you need to know about red-hot SQ stock, including the key levels to watch.

Trade of the Day: McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock Is a Sell

The rally in MCD stock has it overbought. McDonald's investors would be wise to trade profits while traders watch for bearish reversals.

Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock Bags New Record Ahead of Model 3 Launch

The bears' case against Tesla - which includes high Model 3 estimates, profit woes and new high claim rates - isn't holding TSLA stock back.

3 Breakout Trades in a Nosebleed Market

Buyers are swarming to these breakout trades. FDX, CRM and BABA are all breaching resistance, bringing profits to shareholders.

Go Long Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Stock for Free

Many investors wait for perfect entry, but this plan in Cisco would let you go long CSCO stock with 90% certainty.

Pandora Media Inc (P) Stock Is Music to Your Wallet

Pandora is increasingly worth a look from the long side. But rather than buy outright, sell downside risk against P stock as long as experts are projecting imminent doom.

Biogen Inc (BIIB) Stock Can Help You Earn Income From Thin Air

BIIB has been falling for two months. I will sell downside risk against fears that are mostly priced into Biogen already.

Long Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Stock? Give Up.

Chesapeake Energy has run out of gas, and neither OPEC nor Russia has kind words to say about energy prices. That means CHK stock is going lower.