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.

Trade of the Day: MS Stock Could Lead Financials Down

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Jun 8, 2016

Morgan Stanley is on the verge of a breakdown.

Market Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX): The Shine Is on Gold Stocks

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jun 7, 2016

Gold stocks are flying on the heels of the dollar drubbing. Grab the bull by the horns and get a piece of the action.

Intel Corporation: Is INTC Stupidly Undervalued in a High-Priced Market?

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 7, 2016

Bull and bear arguments abound in INTC, and there are ways to set yourself up for either eventuality in Intel.

Starbucks Corporation: Take a Long View for an Opportunity in SBUX Stock

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 7, 2016

SBUX stock falls in and out of favor, and recently it has been swept down by the wave of negativity towards retail in general. Fill my cup please.

Nike Inc: Leverage the Haters for Pure Profit in NKE

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 7, 2016

Nike is a worldwide leader with a trusted brand. Get paid to go long Nike, and the worst case scenario is getting NKE stock at a 20% discount.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock: Kiss This Stealth Rally Goodbye

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 7, 2016

Apple (AAPL) has been quietly rallying while options prices have dipped to absurdly cheap levels. Play AAPL stock like a pro here.

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

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Jun 7, 2016

Internet services providers are among the groups that generally should find their place in the sun after a long absence.

Potash Corporation (POT) Stock Is Full of Energy!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 7, 2016

Potash (POT) shares have been choppy for most of the year, but Monday's rally whipped POT stock into shape. Here are the next upside targets.

Trade of the Day: CVX Stock Ready to Spring Higher

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Jun 7, 2016

Chevron Corporation has been coiling up in a tight pattern since late April.

3 Fresh Dip-Buying Opportunities (NFLX AMD CME)

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jun 6, 2016

Stocks survived Friday's poor employment numbers with flying colors. These stock dips (NFLX, CME, AMD) are demanding the bulls' attention.

Bank of America (BAC) Stock Is Just a Roll of the Dice

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 6, 2016

Bank of America (BAC) can make you a lot of money if you're a trader, but we'll show you why BAC stock is essentially dead money to buy-and-holders.

Twitter Inc: Profit From the Trend in TWTR Stock!

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 6, 2016

An intermediate Twitter (TWTR) long call is priced right for a turnaround taking shape on and off the price chart

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

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Jun 6, 2016

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ) has been in a long-term uptrend, and recent bullish price action indicates that the stock is likely to enjoy a continuation of that trend.

Here’s How Your Non-Core Portfolio Should Look

By Jun 6, 2016

I've written about the role of a non-core portfolio, and here's a list of asset classes you can use for that role in your overall strategy

Monday’s Vital Data: Bank of America Corp (BAC), Apple Inc. (AAPL) and Citigroup Inc (C)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 6, 2016

Bank of America (BAC) falters on rate-hike delay concerns, Apple (AAPL) options ramp up on Echo competitor speculation and Citigroup (C) cuts Q2 expectations.

Citigroup Inc – C Stock Is on the Brink of Another Tumble

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 6, 2016

Banks like Citigroup (C) managed to hold on to thinning support last Friday, but overhead resistance is heavy. C stock and other financials are likely headed lower.