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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Trade of the Day: Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:LSCC)

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options
Lattice Semiconductor (NASDAQ:LSCC) appears to have made a backtest to its 50-day moving average, although this level was stretched.

Friday’s Vital Data: JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM), Citigroup Inc (C) and Transocean LTD (RIG)

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
One trader appears to wagering on a faster and swifter decline in RIG stock.

The Financial Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLF) Is at a Critical Crossroad

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The financials sector, as represented by the XLF ETF, remains in a precarious long-term spot, despite showing positive signs for most of 2016.

Trade of the Day: Buy Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK) … But Not Yet

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
While Merck looks like it will be rewarding shareholders well in the future, the price of MRK stock is just a little too high right now.

Twitter Inc (TWTR) Has Become an Outright Gamble

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Discount opportunities abound for Twitter stock after potential suitors bailed, but the true price for TWTR may be steeper than advertised.

3 Spooky and Scary Puts and Calls for Halloween

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here are some scary puts and calls for big income, but with some spooky risk.

Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock Will Simmer at the $18 Level

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
With a huge rally and an equally huge decline, Twitter stock is due for a breather. Using high IV levels to position for profit in TWTR.

Thursday’s Vital Data: Facebook Inc (FB), Citigroup Inc (C) and Regeneron Pharmaceuticals Inc (REGN)

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
One or more investors hope other investors really, really “like” Facebook come early November’s earnings report.

Trade of the Day: FireEye Inc (NASDAQ:FEYE)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Security and application software companies such as FireEye Inc. (NASDAQ:FEYE) have not had a great quarter.

Can Tiffany & Co. (TIF) Stock Continue to Shine?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
TIF stock is at a key technical inflection point that could lead to a squeeze higher or a 20% drop, depending on where Tiffany & Co goes.

Trade of the Day: U.S. Bancorp (USB) Is Investment-Worthy

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
U.S. Bancorp is looking like it's on the rise, and USB stock is offering a good option whether you want a quick profit or a long-term holding.

You Don’t Have to Like Trump to Love Smith & Wesson Holding Corp (SWHC) Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Smith & Wesson (SWHC) options are a good deal more liquid and offer less risky spread positions ahead of the presidential election.

How to Play a Down and Out Amgen, Inc. (AMGN) Stock

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Biotech stocks suffered during Monday's downdraft. With leaders like Amgen (AMGN) now trending lower, the time for bear plays is at hand.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock Can Create Income for Free

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
I can argue both sides of the fence on CMG stock. This makes for a stalemate within ranges. I can generate profits inside those ranges.

Wednesday’s Vital Data: Alcoa Inc (AA), Illumina, Inc. (ILMN) and The Coca-Cola Co (KO)

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Coca-Cola hasn’t been “it” with investors for much of 2016 and some options traders are betting that’s not about to change anytime soon

Trade of the Day: Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Johnson & Johnson (NYSE:JNJ) is a strong dividend payer (having increased its dividend payment for 54 years in a row.

Trade of the Day: Sanmina Corp (SANM) Poised for Growth

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Sanmina has solid financials and good liquidity, making SANM stock look like a worthwhile buy for either the short or long term.

Is Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Stock FINALLY Nearing a Short-Term Bottom?

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a sharp selloff on fears of more capital raises, Tesla stock finally found its footing. Here's how to profit from TSLA's consolidation.

Trade of the Day: Global X Lithium ETF (NYSEARCA:LIT)

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
Believe it or not, lithium-ion batteries were first produced commercially 25 years ago, but they are hot now.
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