Trading Advice

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Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Targeting a Triple-Digit Return

A move for GOOGL stock to about $860 could net investors who try out this Alphabet trade plenty of profits.

Hate Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock, But Love This Trade

While Wall Street debates the next big thing from Apple Inc., I continue to create free profits from trading the price action in Apple stock.

Trade of the Day: Newmont Mining Corp (NYSE:NEM)

In my opinion, the market is still on a bit of a sugar high following the election, and investors may be banking on policy decisions that simply haven’t happened yet. Meanwhile, I’m becoming more bullish on gold once again.

How to Trade the Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Q4 Beat

Nvidia (NVDA) fourth-quarter earnings sailed past expectations, and NVDA has breached new all-time highs. Here's how to profit.

Regions Financial Corp (RF) Stock Is Leading the Bank Charge!

Respect Thursday's breakout in Regions Financial (RF). And, more importantly, give RF stock a chance from the long side.

Trade of the Day: Nike Inc (NKE) Stock Is Just Doin’ It

Look for NKE stock to start climbing in the coming months, especially if Nike's earnings in March show positive results.

3 Covered Calls to Cash in on Blue-Chip Stocks

You can buy a stock and sell covered calls to generate income if you think the stock might fall in the near future.

A Win-Win Trade for Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Bulls

Apple stock is nearing its all-time highs, but overbought conditions dictate using a smarter play in AAPL stock to position more effectively.

Ride the Energy Select Sector SPDR (ETF) (XLE) Higher With This Trade

Buyers are finally fighting back in the energy patch. With a bounce looming for XLE, it's time to sell a bull put spread.

Order Free Profits from Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock — Again!

Due to its low margin, high growth strategy, AMZN attracts short investors. I have great success selling them their losing Amazon lotto tickets.

Burned by FireEye Inc (FEYE) Stock? Try These Rebound Trades

After getting torched by earnings, FireEye (FEYE) stock traders abandoned ship. But an oversold bounce may be in the cards for FEYE stock.

Go Long Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock For Free

The run in financials like Bank of America (BAC) isn't over. This strategy allows you to trade BAC stock with the bulls at little risk.

Schlumberger Limited (SLB) Stock Could Be a Gusher. Tap It!

Schlumberger (SLB) and other oil services companies have been pressured for weeks. Now, SLB stock looks primed for a bounce.

Trade of the Day: Is The Coca-Cola Co (KO) Stock Ready to Bubble Up?

After a lengthy downtrend, it looks as though Coca-Cola is ready to reverse things, which is great news for holders of KO stock.

Boeing Co (BA) Stock Gives Savvy Investors a Good Payout

BA stock traders get a dividend next month, but some traders collected similar profits in Boeing from strategic positioning and luck.

Under Armour Inc (UAA) Stock Looks Terrible — Time to Buy!

Under Armour shares have been brought low during their post-earnings plunge. With UAA stock deeply oversold, it's time for a contrarian trade.

Take a Free Ride on Lockheed Martin Corporation (LMT) Stock

Lockheed Martin's (LMT) long-term uptrend looks solid enough that I can go long it for free LMT stock by selling risk against the downside scenario.

Make Free Profits From Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock

Most traders now perceive Tesla as a tech company. So plan to make money in TSLA stock as a technology company instead.

Is Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Due for a Correction?

Apple (AAPL) has come a long way thanks in part to its vindicating Q1 earnings report. But AAPL stock looks ready for a short-term breather.