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 of the Best Trade Setups on the Street

Stocks remain bullish heading into the new week. But don't jump into just any stock! Check out tasty trade setups in LUV, BBY and CRM.

Apple Inc. Stock Will Correct Ahead of Q2 Earnings (AAPL)

Apple (AAPL) is overbought, and shares are primed for (and need) a correction. Otherwise, AAPL stock will get crushed after its Q2 report.

How to Trade Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock While It Corrects

Alphabet (GOOGL) isn’t out of the woods just yet. Here's how to profit from a corrective move in GOOGL stock.

How to Trade Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Before Earnings

Nvidia (NVDA) has fallen from out of favor for the momentum trading crowd. Here's how to profit from NVDA stock earnings.

Ride the Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Tiger Now!

It’s looking more and more like a bull market in Micron, but look past MU stock and position with a smarter money play.

How to Trade Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL) Stock Before Earnings

Delta Air Lines (DAL) is cheap, but it can always get cheaper. Finance a bearish bet on DAL stock ahead of Wednesday earnings.

Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) Stock Should Have You Salivating

Be skeptical of Walmart (WMT) all you want. But doubting WMT stock at its current technical juncture means missing out on a profitable trade.

Trade of the Day: Citigroup (NYSE:C)

We expect C to drop back down toward its recent lows around $57 as the stock continues to bounce back and forth in its longer-term channel.

Trade of the Day: The Future of Oracle Corporation (ORCL) Stock Looks Bright

Investors who are interested in Oracle can get into ORCL stock around $44, with a target over $50 for traders.

How to Short Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock for Free

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is hard to buy or short with conviction. But trades like this one make it easier to profit in AMD stock.

3 Stocks About to Get Rocket Boosters from Short Sellers

When short sellers get caught out by gains in a stock, it can spell good things for stockholders. CERN, MCHP and LEG shareholders, hold on!

3 Bank Stocks to Trade Without Spending a Dime

Both the bulls and bears have valid arguments in extreme environments. Profit by selling risk for income on a bet on the middle.

Nvidia Stock Is Ready to Bounce (NVDA)

Nvidia (NVDA) shares have been sold off too far and are hovering near support. Here's how to play a rebound in NVDA stock.

Here’s How to Trade the Fear-Induced Bond Price (TLT) Pop

Scared money is running into the iShares Barclays 20+ Yr Treas.Bond (ETF). Here's how to capitalize on the fear trade with the TLT ETF.

Cruise to Free Income from Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock

TSLA stock has had an incredible rally to new highs, but it still has its haters. Let them fight over Tesla. Sell risk against both extremes.

Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) Stock Buyout Hopes Rise as Earnings Loom

Earnings threaten to scuttle the RAD's buyout rally for Rite Aid stock. Here are a couple trading options heading into the April 25 event.

Trade of the Day: Viacom, Inc. (NASDAQ:VIAB)

My feeling is that the market will either move sideways within its current range or rise gradually over the next month.

Take Profits on Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Now

Amazon (AMZN) may just be pausing before a renewed push higher. But it seems AMZN stock is more likely to make a big downside move first.

Trade of the Day: Intercontinental Exchange Inc (ICE) Could Make a Good Long-Term Buy

With ICE stock having pulled back to support once again, you may want to get in around $60 for an 11% gain.