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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Constellation Brands, Inc. (STZ): Two Ways to Trade

Constellation Brands (STZ) has pulled back, but has done so into support. From here, you can play STZ in a couple of ways.

Trade of the Day: Set Your Sights on INTC Stock in the Short and Long Term

Intel Corporation is a quality investment that offers value at the current level.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd: 2 Trades for the BABA Breakout

Alibaba stock was ready to breakout heading into April, but was delayed along the way. Now, BABA stock is primed and ready.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc: All the Bad News May Be Priced Into VRX

With VRX at current levels, you don't need much in order to make a better decision than Bill Ackman in Valeant.

Trade of the Day: Chuy’s Holdings Inc (NASDAQ:CHUY)

Chuy's Holdings turned in a solid Q1 earnings report on May 3. Afterwards, CHUY consolidated those gains…then, on Monday, it broke higher again. That move confirmed a bullish Symmetrical Continuation Triangle on CHUY's chart.

Trade of the Day: MS Stock Could Lead Financials Down

Morgan Stanley is on the verge of a breakdown.

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

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?

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

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

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

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)

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!

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

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

3 Fresh Dip-Buying Opportunities (NFLX AMD CME)

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

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!

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)

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

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