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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Make Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock Your Portfolio’s ATM

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bank of America has fallen since March, including Wednesday's turbulence. But support is buoying BAC stock, giving us a solid trade setup.

Go Long Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Stock at a Discount

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Earnings events add an extreme level of uncertainty and if I like COST stock long-term, I can generate income from selling against this volatility.

Applied Materials, Inc. (AMAT) Stock Is the REAL Winner in Semiconductors

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Nvidia-Intel-AMD battle royal is music to the ears of Applied Materials longs. Reap continued rewards in AMAT stock after its Q2 beat.

Trade Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) Stock for Free at All-Time Highs

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Momentum stocks like Alibaba rarely present ideal entry points. That's why this BABA stock trade is a much better option than buying shares.

Trade of the Day: United Parcel Service, Inc. (NYSE:UPS)

By Ken Trester
I am personally maintaining a neutral stance at this point, and I wouldn’t be surprised to see some of this volatility continue further into the summer. For that reason, I am recommending a bearish trade today.

Trade iShares MSCI Brazil Index (ETF) (EWZ) for 20% Returns

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The iShares MSCI Brazil Index ETF (EWZ) sank Thursday amid presidential scandal, but now, traders can clean up on the EWZ fund.

Trade of the Day: E I Du Pont De Nemours And Co (DD) Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
DuPont showed a reversal yesterday, and with the Dow merger coming in the future, it may be the time to get into DD stock.

Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock Still Is a Breakdown Risk

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Bank of America is in recovery mode on Thursday along with the broader market, but BAC stock still is threatening a 20%-plus collapse.

Go Long Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock for Gains of Up To 550%

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tesla is making the right moves, but rather than going straight-up long, consider this high-profit trade on TSLA stock instead.

How to Trade Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Stock After Dismal Earnings

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Cisco Systems shares just got slammed on earnings. Here are the price levels that matter and how to trade CSCO stock moving forward.

Trade Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) Stock Through the Fear Fog

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
When stocks are falling precipitously like Verizon (VZ) has been, most traders are left out waiting for a signal. Sell risk now against the fears in VZ stock.

Buy the Trump Dip in Facebook Inc (FB) Stock

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook was never a Trump-rally stock, and this pullback offers a great opportunity to get in on the long-term FB stock rally.

3 Puts to Trump an Overpriced Market

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's difficult to time market corrections, but with these hedges you can buy puts as "portfolio insurance" against various declines in the market.

How to Catch Falling Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock for Free

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple (AAPL) might be a falling knife, but if it is, it's a butter knife. Here's how to trade AAPL stock for some income amid this dip.

Cliffs Natural Resources Inc (CLF) Stock a Good Buy, Not Goodbye!

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
It has been a bloody couple months for CLF stock, and contrarian investors could find a great opportunity in Cliffs Natural Resources.

Intel Corporation Is Cruisin’ for a Bruisin’ (INTC)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
INTC stock broke a technically crucial area of support during Wednesday's broad selloff. Intel's next stop might be considerably lower.

Trade of the Day: Home Depot Inc (HD) Stock Constructing More Upside

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
If you're looking for a solid growth foundation, HD stock has what you want. Buy Home Depot with a goal of a $20 jump.

What Is Options Implied Volatility?

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Pro option traders use implied volatility to have an edge in their trading. Here's a guide for how to use it in yours.

7 Big Bank Stocks Getting Clocked by Trump Chaos

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Growing White House concerns are crushing the market, and bank stocks in specific. Here are the companies getting hit, and how bad it could get.
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