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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Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD): It’s Do or Die Time for AMD Stock

After a volatile month, shares of AMD have left the door open for both bulls and bears. The question is, who will seize the opportunity?

Trade Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock for a Stream of Profits

You can watch a lot of Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) movies in a week, but this NFLX stock option strategy will profit in the same amount of time.

Go Long Barrick Gold Corp (USA) (ABX) Stock For Free With Confidence

I like ABX stock's prospects for the fall season but I don't want to risk $16.50 to buy the Barrick shares. So I generate income from thin air.

Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock Has Mouth-Watering Potential

Momentum rockstar Micron Technology (MU) is ready for another breakout. Buy this MU stock calendar spread to capitalize.

This Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Stock Trade Is Portfolio Caffeine

Starbucks (SBUX) is piping hot both on and off the price chart and using a bull call spread can give SBUX stock traders a portfolio jolt.

Go Long Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Even Near $1,000 Per Share

AMZN stock is a beast which leaves little room for perfect entry points. So I have to sell risk against proven support to profit in Amazon.

Go Long Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Stock Near All-Time Highs

Costco's solid earnings report has shares back on the right track. I'm not one to chase spikes, but I like what COST stock is doing right now.

Capitalize on Volatility in the iShares MSCI Brazil Index (ETF) (EWZ)

Volatility is exploding in the iShares MSCI Brazil Index (ETF). And therein lies opportunity. Try this trade for the EWZ ETF on for size.

Trade of the Day: Harsco Corporation (NYSE:HSC)

Basically the hope for corporate tax reform is the new "put” under the market, acting as protection against any large declines.

Will Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Be Denied $1,000?

Alphabet (GOOGL) is nearing $1,000, but valuation concerns and overbought shares may stall this GOOGL stock rally before it hits the mark.

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock Is Still the One

Netflix rallied on Thursday, and both the charts and current low-vol market environment point to more near-term upside in NFLX stock.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock Is About to Lose Support

AMD stock is an outstanding trading vehicle, but it would take something unexpected for Advanced Micro Devices to be worth its current price.

Trade of the Day: Cummins Inc. (CMI) Stock Rising on Infrastructure Plans

With Trump's plans to expand infrastructure spending, Cummins is positioned to benefit, and CMI stock is positioned to keep rising.

Print Free Money in Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock

Bank of America (BAC) should benefit from Trump's promises, but timing is iffy. In the meantime, sell downside risk on BAC stock for income.

More Free Profits from Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock While We Wait For the Headline

TWTR stock broke many hopeful hearts who chased a headline. I can profit in Twitter by understanding that action.

Buy Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock for 35 Cents Now!

Nvidia (NVDA) looks good both on and off the chart, but a modified spread allows traders to get long NVDA stock now, or at a 9% discount.

How to Bank Coin on the Baker Hughes Incorporated (BHI) Stock Breakdown

Baker Hughes Incorporated shares are breaching a major support level. Here's how to profit from the next drop in BHI stock.

Ride the Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock Bucking Bull

MU stock has more and more going for it these days, but volatile price action is better suited for this plan than trying to ride Micron shares.

How to Trade Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock on This Pop

Netflix (NFLX) leaves little room for entry into long position. Rallies are perpetual, so sell risk against support for income in NFLX stock.