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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Profit in United States Steel Corporation (X) Stock on the Dip

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Steel stocks have retreated to a low-risk entry point. Capitalize with this play in X stock for a high-probability payout.

Covered Call Writing – Stock Options Trading for Beginners

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
You can use stock options to rent out your stock for cash flow. The secret lies in covered call writing.

Trade of the Day: Hanesbrands Inc. (NYSE:HBI)

By Ken Trester
I am becoming more cautious at this point because sentiment indicators are at extremes.

Why Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Stock Is on My Buy Radar

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tesla Motors (TSLA) isn't out of the proverbial woods yet. However, TSLA stock is increasingly coiling up for a productive upside move.

Trade of the Day: PowerShares S&P Small-Cap Energy Portfolio (PSCE) Stock Keeps Performing

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The Powershares S&P Small-Cap Energy Portfolio has been performing well in 2016, and PSCE stock should continue to another double-digit gain.

The Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) Death Spiral Continues

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) plunged big-time on Thursday. The resulting break in support warrants a bearish trade or two on VRX stock.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Is a Great Short Right Now

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
If historical tendencies prove true, Apple (AAPL) is a great short here. This is how I would attack Apple stock right now.

3 Naked Puts to Make $1,000 Off Q1 Earnings

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Naked puts can earn you $1,000 if you sell the right ones -- so consider trades in PCLN, GOOGL and EXPE stock.

Twilio Inc (TWLO) Stock Is Hurtling Toward a Lock-Up Lashing

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Twilio's (TWLO) lock-up period ends next Tuesday, and thus Twilio stock is set for another round of selling as shareholders take profits.

Short Market Vector Russia ETF Trust (RSX) and Pummel Putin!

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Russian stocks have far outpaced the gains made by their U.S. brethren. The Market Vector Russia ETF Trust (RSX) is in for a rude awakening.

Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Will Ride in Santa’s Sleigh

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nvidia (NVDA) is absolutely overdue for a corrective move. Nonetheless, NVDA stock could sprint right through 2016's finish line.

Trade of the Day: United States Steel Corporation (X) Stock a Solid Investment

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
With U.S. infrastructure spending in the forecast, U.S. Steel looks ready to go and X stock looks ready to make you money.

Direxion Shares Exchange Traded Fund Trust (DUST): A Free Fed Play

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Gold is a safety trade? Not exactly. But we can make it so by generating income on the Direxion Daily Gold Miners Index Bear 3x Shares (DUST).

3 Small-Cap Biotech Stocks on the Rise in 2017

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Looking to go long AVXL, ONVO or AMRN, but terrified of small-cap stocks? Here's how to do it the savvy way with options.

Trump Isn’t Doing Ford Motor Company (F) Stock Any Favors

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Between Trump, China and the Fed, Ford's recent rally could turn into a full-blown retreat. Here are two ways to trade F stock amid the growing quagmire.

Bet on Tech Stocks With This PowerShares QQQ Trust, Series 1 (ETF) (QQQ) Trade

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Tech stocks are making a comeback. With Tuesday's breakout, the time to buy QQQ call spreads is NOW!

Facebook Inc (FB) Stock Bulls Have to Make a Decision SOON

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook (FB) still has a grasp on long-term chart support, but it's still underperforming its tech peers. This is a pivotal moment for FB stock.

Trade of the Day: McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock Sizzling Toward $140

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
As MCD stock breaks out of a downward channel, things are looking good for a tidy surge for McDonald's investors.

Make 700% on United States Steel Corporation (X) Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
It’s time to short X stock smartly and be in position to buy shares at a steep discount for future U.S. Steel strength.
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