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

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
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
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.

Tesla Motors Inc: TSLA Stock Is Put to the Test

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
Tesla (TSLA) is making plenty of headlines, but TSLA stock is standing still. Here's the battle being waged on Tesla's charts right now.

Devon Energy Corp: How to Trade a Breakout-Ready DVN

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Energy stocks are holding fast amid today's rout. Devon Energy (DVN) is beckoning to bulls with an attractive breakout play.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc: Take a Valiant Stand Ahead of Earnings (VRX)

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
With Valeant's financial issues already priced in, VRX stock could be in for a post-earnings rally as negative sentiment unwinds.

Netflix, Inc.: NFLX Stock Is Clawing at a Cement Ceiling

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
With Netflix (NFLX) looking toppy right now, traders would be best served going bearish on NFLX for short-term profits.

Target Corporation: Hit the Bull’s-Eye With This Bearish Trade (TGT)

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Given the volatile consumer environment, prepare for limited near-term downside in Target (TGT) stock with a bearish butterfly spread.

Visa Inc (V): This Is How Much Higher Visa Stock Will Climb

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Traders should play the uptrend in Visa (V) for the time being. Here's a look at the levels to watch in Visa stock, as well as the potential upside.

Trade of the Day: Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM)

By Ken Trester
Stronger job-growth figures may tip the Fed into raising rates at its June meeting, hurting Exxon Mobil Corporation (NYSE:XOM) in the process.

Trade of the Day: MOS Stock Sprouting Bullish Technicals

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Traders seem to be recognizing the potential value in Mosaic Co.

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.: Strangle Profits From the CMG Recovery

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc.(NYSE:CMG) is a fallen star, but could it get back in investor favor? Here's how to play it.

3 Retail Stocks Going Out of Style (UA NKE M)

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Retail stocks the land over are steeped in a downtrend and bearish opportunities are multiplying. Consider these three beauts for put plays.

SolarCity Corp: Profit Off the Short in SCTY Stock

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Low levels of concern in the options market point to a high level of concern for SolarCity (SCTY) stock holders.

Alphabet Inc: Be a Smarter Bull in GOOGL Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Anticipated but limited gains in GOOGL stock still offer a trader a way to make some money in Alphabet.

3 Covered Calls to Earn a Safe $1,000 (MSFT NKE T)

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Selling covered calls against safety stocks can generate modest income at a time in-between dividend payments.

Qualcomm, Inc.: Join the Semiconductor Rally With QCOM Stock

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Bulls have descended into the semiconductor industry. Join in the revelry in QCOM stock for BIG profits.

Trade of the Day: Silver Wheaton Corp. (USA) (NYSE:SLW)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
Silver Wheaton has lagged the decline in silver prices, which happened last June as well. We expect SLW to break support and head lower as the interest rate environment continues to weigh on metals.

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd: Trade the KORS Stock Rally

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Michael Kors (KORS) has seen some wild price movement in 2016. Now, Wednesday's rally might have set the stage for a move higher in KORS stock.

Trade of the Day: CUBE Stock is a Good Space for Long-Term Investors

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
CubeSmart could offer double-digit capital gains in addition to income.
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