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: SolarCity Corp (NASDAQ:SCTY)

SolarCity is riding high after Tesla announced last week it plans to buy it out. Now, will that move continue?

Bank of America Corp: Get Ready to Short BAC Stock

BAC stock has bounced for two days, and Thursday will see more gains for Bank of America. A shorting opportunity of 20%-plus is brewing.

Trade of the Day: MSFT Stock in Danger of a 15% Drop

All signs point to this being a good time to sell Microsoft Corporation.

Bank of America Corp (BAC): Create Income Out of Thin Air

Bank of America (BAC) hasn't had it easy, but you can. This trade on BAC stock generates income out of thin air, and with a huge margin of error.

Advanced Micro Devices Inc.: Buy the Brexit Bounce in AMD Stock

AMD is up big this year, and the Brexit pullback is a buying opportunity ahead of Advanced Micro Devices' earnings report.

Trade of the Day: QTS Realty Trust Inc (NYSE:QTS)

“Brexit” still faces enormous uncertainty. Some potential winners and losers are coming to the foreground, however — including REITs, which is where we'll focus today.

Sprint Corp (S): Keep Doubling Down on Sprint Stock!

While Sprint stock has already showed us a good-sized move this year, the charts indicated even more strength ahead for S shares.

Micron Technology Inc.: Brexit Shapes an Opportunity in MU Stock

Micron (MU) stock is poised for a post-earnings rally, as long as Brexit headwinds don't spoil Micron Technology's party.

Apple Inc.: AAPL Stock Is Dancing on a Cliff

AAPL stock has once again fallen to a vital zone of technical support. The risk of an eventual breakdown in Apple shares is increasing.

Trade of the Day: XLU Still the Top Safety Pick

Short- and long-term investors should have Utilities SPDR (ETF) on their buy list.

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Stock Suddenly Pops Against the Grain

Tesla Motors (TSLA) surprised traders with a quick surge from 2%-3% losses for TSLA stock on Monday morning to black ink in the afternoon.

Amgen, Inc. (AMGN) Stock: Good Fundamentals, Good Yield, Good Opportunity

A combination of dividend, fundamental, technical and implied volatility analysis has uncovered a solid opportunity in AMGN.

3 Utility Stocks to Buy for Brexit Protection

The hunt for yield and safety is lifting utility stocks. Here are the top three setups in the sector beckoning to bulls.

Bank of America Corp: Can a Dividend Double Save BAC Stock?

Bank of America (BAC) could be returning more cash to shareholders. But will it be enough to get BAC stock past its Brexit misery?

Trade of the Day: Brexit Makes BP Stock a Better Buy

The sell-off may give traders a chance to purchase BP plc (ADR) below my buy under price.

Apple Inc: Buy AAPL Stock at an Even Bigger Discount

This way to invest in AAPL stock delivers an enviable margin of safety for bullish investors

Market Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH): Another Brexit Victim

The Market Vectors Semiconductor ETF (SMH) dropped close to 6% on Friday after giving bulls a hopeful day. Traders should look to short the SMH ETF now.

3 Bank Stocks to Short After the Brexit

European bank stocks aren't the only ones in trouble after the Brexit. JPMorgan (JPM), Bank of America (BAC) and Citigroup (C) are also looking vulnerable.

Apple Inc.: BREXIT Chaos Creating a Tasty Discount on AAPL Stock

2016 equity markets have shown tremendous resilience. I prefer catching knives with short blades and long handles like AAPL stock.