Trading Advice

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Make Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Pay You a Dividend

Don't moralize over Alphabet's (GOOGL) post-Trump tantrum. Create income from this trade idea on GOOGL stock.

Profit from Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock with Less Sizzle

Growth may not be on the menu for Chipotle stock, but CMG can still offer smart investors some tasty profits.

Trade of the Day: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMD)

Based on what's happened in the past, I expect the market to remain strong until President-elect Donald Trump is inaugurated on Jan. 20. So, today I'm recommending a call option to take advantage of the short-term upside.

This United States Steel Corporation (X) Stock Trade Looks Like a Steal

Shares of U.S. Steel (X) have nearly doubled since the beginning of the month. But the Trump trade on X stock has gotten a little too "yuge."

Buy Macy’s Inc (M) Stock for Some Christmas Cheer

Macy's (M) initial post-election rally increasingly looks overdone. Nonetheless, Macy's stock should see further gains into year's end.

Trade of the Day: General Dynamics Corporation (GD) Stock Looking Bright After the Election

With an increase in defense spending expected, GD stock is poised for greatness, and you could go with General Dynamics short- or long-term.

4 Tech Stocks to Short Before Trump Takes Office

An incoming administration shrouded in uncertainty for the tech industry could spell trouble for AAPL, FB, AMZN and NFLX stock investors.

How to Buy Bank of America Corp (BAC) Stock on the Cheap

Bank of America (BAC) is flying high. So instead of chasing BAC stock, use this trade to get paid for eventually buying shares at a discount.

Trade of the Day: Costco (NASDAQ:COST)

Shifting trading sentiment on Wall Street and shifting consumer confidence in the United States have laid the groundwork for a strong month in the retail sector leading up to Christmas.

Struggling GoPro Inc (GPRO) Stock Can Still Make You Money

Has GoPro stock finally hit bottom, or is there more downside in store for owners of GPRO shares?

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Stock Is Showing Signs of Hope

Tesla Motors (TSLA) has been stuck in a choppy mess, but recent price action has me interested in TSLA stock from the long side.

Trade of the Day: United Technologies Corporation (UTX) Building Higher

UTX stock is aiming for $120 and United Technologies also offers a solid dividend -- this is a good time to get in.

Double Your Money With This Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Stock Spread!

Caterpillar (CAT) is flying high today amid a mad dash into heavy equipment stocks. Here's a CAT stock call spread that can double your money.

It’s Time to Try on Lululemon Athletica inc. (LULU) Stock

A corrective move in Lululemon Athletica (LULU) makes the use of a bullish vertical strategy an attractive one for LULU stock.

Is the IShares Nasdaq Biotechnology Index (ETF) (IBB) Verging on a Breakout?

The IBB ETF remains stuck in a well-defined trading range, but what would constitute to a buy signal and break out of the range?

Trade of the Day: Cirrus Logic, Inc. (CRUS) Signaling Upcoming Gains

Traders looking to get into CRUS stock around $55 could see up to an 18% return in their Cirrus Logic shares.

Palo Alto Networks Inc (PANW) Stock Is in for More Pain

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) is in free fall after disappointing Q1 earnings. PANW stock isn't done suffering, but there's profits in that.

How to Buy Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock at a 21% Discount

Nvidia (NVDA) is the flavor of the month, but it's too pricey. Traders can have their cake and eat NVDA stock at a discount with this idea.

2 Ways to Collect on Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock

Netflix (NFLX) struggled in the post-election tech selloff, but Netflix stock is poised to stream higher as buyers return.