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: Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE:TSN)

By Profit Scanner
From here, the Profit Scanner is predicting that Tyson bulls will enjoy 9%–11% further upside in the intermediate term.

Facebook Inc: FB Stock Can Double Your Money

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
FB stock notched a new all-time closing high Tuesday amid much fanfare. This trade will let you double your money on further upside.

Cisco Systems Inc (CSCO): Get a 17% Return From CSCO Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Cisco (CSCO) is flashing a reversal formation. Don't buy yet -- aim for this target instead, then ride CSCO stock to double-digit returns.

The Best Trade in Commodities Right Now

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
I don't own commodities as an investment, but I will consider them when looking for a trade.

General Electric Company: The Options Pit Is Circling GE Earnings

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
A strong rally and cheap premiums appear to have drawn in bearish options traders in front of General Electric (GE) stock earnings.

HLF Stock: Herbalife Ltd. Has Topped Out

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
With the shorts forced out and good news already priced in, HLF stock will likely languish below the critical $66 resistance level.

Southwest Airlines Co: LUV Stock Set to Climb

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Something is spooking Southwest Air short sellers, and it could have bullish implications for LUV stock.

Twitter Inc (TWTR): Go Long TWTR Stock for Free

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Twitter management will probably fumble the ball, but we can still wait out a buyout for free using this trade on TWTR stock.

Tesla Motors Inc: Here Comes the Breakout in TSLA Stock!

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
TSLA stock led a charge of Nasdaq stocks on Monday, with strong gains across the board. Tesla shares now look primed for a breakout.

Monsanto Company (MON): Buy Monsanto Stock, Takeover or Not

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Bayer (BAYRY) just sweetened the pot on Monsanto (MON), offering a higher buyout price and a reverse-breakup fee. Either way, MON stock looks good.

3 Utility Stock Trades With Solid Dividends

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Income seekers are piling into utility stocks in droves. And with the trends pointing higher, last week's dip is sure to be bought.

Yahoo, Inc.: YHOO Stock Sale Dominates Traders’ Expectations

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yahoo stock volatility is surprisingly low ahead of sale and earnings news -- should bullish traders dive in?

First Solar, Inc.: It’s Finally Time to Buy FSLR Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Best-in-breed solar play FSLR stock is ready to be bought off key support if you're feeling bullish about First Solar.

Trade of the Day: Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
If oil simply remains stable, Halliburton Company (NYSE:HAL) broad industry presence and improving margins should help push the stock higher.

Nike Inc (NKE): Could Nike Stock See Another Shoe Drop?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nike stock just bumped into an area of resistance and chalked up a bearish reversal on its chart. Active investors should "fade" NKE lower.

Starbucks Corporation: SBUX Stock Is Good for Double-Digit Upside

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) is slightly overbought, but SBUX stock still can make it into the $60s.

SPDR Gold Trust (ETF): Gold Prices Have Receded, Time to Profit

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Gold prices have quietly retreated this week offering a lower-risk entry for buyers. This GLD play will double your dough.

Trade of the Day: Kinder Morgan Inc (NYSE:KMI)

By Ken Trester
Kinder Morgan (KMI) has done a full review of its portfolio and is in the process of purging weaker natural gas pipelines and projects.

Amazon.com, Inc.: Has AMZN Stock Reached Its Prime?

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
AMZN is looking tired and toppy, but a careful trader can profit from a stall out in the recent Amazon stock rally.
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