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.

2 Trades to Go Long Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) With Gusto!

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 26, 2016

Perfect entry points are rare. So selling risk against proven levels is a smart way to generate income from a volatile stock like VRX

3 Home Construction Stocks Falling Out of Bed

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Sep 26, 2016

Investors are souring on some home construction stocks. Here's how to profit from the pain in HD, LOW and DHI.

WATT Is Up in Energous Corp Stock?

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 26, 2016

It’s far from a free lunch, but if you’re bullish on Energous, this may be the way to position in WATT stock with less risk.

Take Profits in Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 26, 2016

I love the longer-term picture for Alibaba (BABA). However, several signals point to a short-term pause in BABA stock.

Trade of the Day: Apache Corporation (APA) Is a Gusher

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Sep 26, 2016

Apache's new find in the Permian Basin has been a huge boon for APA stock, making it a great trade or long-term buy.

Can Nike Inc (NKE) Buck the Athleisure Downtrend?

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 23, 2016

Athleticwear spending appears to be faltering ... can Nike stock regain its winning ways with next week's NKE earnings report?

Trade of the Day: AbbVie Inc. (NYSE:ABBV)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Sep 23, 2016

AbbVie has a great opportunity for growth in developing and commercialize BioArctic’s treatment platform for neurodegenerative diseases.

SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (GLD) Is a Better Buy Than Stocks

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 23, 2016

Gold and the SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (GLD) are still a buy thanks to central banks. Here are the price targets investors and traders should focus on.

Trade of the Day: Powershares QQQ Trust, Series 1 (ETF) (QQQ) a Big Buy

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Sep 23, 2016

QQQ could make a great trade to $130 ... or could be a cornerstone long-term holding for your portfolio.

United States Steel Corporation (NYSE:X) Sets Up Bull Trade

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Sep 22, 2016

Steel stocks are flying once more, and United States Steel Corporation is leading the ascent. Time for a trade on X stock for high-odds profits.

3 Plays That Let You Generate Income for Free

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 22, 2016

Equity markets continue to have the support of the Fed, so I can generate income from selling risk in quality stocks like DIS, WFC and COST.

Don’t Underestimate GoPro Inc’s (GPRO) Upside

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 22, 2016

It’s time to position for additional gains in GPRO stock following good news on and off the GoPro price chart.

Trade of the Day: Dollar General Corp. (NYSE:DG)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Sep 22, 2016

Dollar General got clobbered this year along with its peers but appears to have found traction around $70.

Fitbit Inc (FIT) Stock Is in Tip-Top Shape

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Sep 22, 2016

Fitbit stock has been working higher since mid-summer. FIT shares could be one of the best swing trading opportunities remaining this month.

Trade of the Day: Kohl’s Corporation (KSS) Has Good Things in Store

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Sep 22, 2016

Kohl's is rolling out a new beauty assortment and customer loyalty program, both of which could boost KSS stock.

SPDR Gold Trust (ETF) (GLD) Is Ripping Ahead of the Fed

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Sep 21, 2016

GLD and all other things gold are rallying today ahead of this afternoon's FOMC meeting. Capitalize on further strength with this trade on the gold ETF.