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: Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ)

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options Mar 7, 2016

I'm hoping that Hertz (HTZ) has turned the corner with its cost-cutting and margin-improvement programs.

How to Buy Market Protection Now (VIX)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 7, 2016

The VIX has come crashing down, offering an opportunity for traders to play implied volatility and protect their holdings.

Trade of the Day: SLB Stock Triggers Reliable Sell Signal

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Mar 7, 2016

Schlumberger Limited also faces significant resistance and declining momentum.

Gilead Sciences, Inc.: Short the Looming Value Trap in GILD Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 4, 2016

GILD stock is looking ripe for the picking in biotech market that appears to be seeing a bounce, but Gilead is a value trap waiting to snap.

Caterpillar Inc.: CAT Stock Is Growling Once More

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Mar 4, 2016

Caterpillar is rising from the abyss delivering bullish opportunities aplenty. These are the CAT stock trades worth your consideration.

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

By Ken Trester Mar 4, 2016

The stock market is extremely over-bought and over-extended at this point in time, but oil patch is offering some opportunities to nibble on longs.

Facebook Inc — Betting on a FANG Comeback: 2 Trades for FB Stock

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 4, 2016

With FB stock leading the way, FANG stocks appear to be making a comeback. Explore two ways to trade Facebook options whether you own FB stock or not.

Trade of the Day: There’s Plenty to Love About LUV Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Mar 4, 2016

Southwest Airlines Co boasts rock-solid fundamentals and is nearing a good technical entry point.

Can Big Hotel Stocks Continue to Deliver?

By Profit Scanner Mar 3, 2016

We take a technical look at three major hotel stocks to determine whether investors should keep reservations in their portfolios for these players.

Twitter Inc: Big Gains Await for Twitter Stock Bulls! (TWTR)

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Mar 3, 2016

Twitter stock is ripping Thursday amid heavy buying: Jump aboard for a flight to profits with this TWTR options trade.

First Solar, Inc.: Capture a Sizzling FSLR Stock With THIS Options Play

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 3, 2016

Best-in-breed solar play FSLR is setting up for a large bullish move, which can be better managed with a long bull call spread.

Eat Your Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG). It’s Good for You.

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 3, 2016

Chipotle (CMG) is making cases for the longs, but it's best to be safe. Here's how to trade CMG stock without putting yourself at too much risk.

Amazon.com, Inc.: Profit From an Overbought AMZN Stock

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 3, 2016

AMZN stock up a stunning 22% in just three weeks, leading me to think it is ripe for a pullback.

Trade of the Day: Mylan (MYL)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Mar 3, 2016

Missed expectations and a risky acquisition announced earlier this month are likely to put pressure on Mylan (MYL) to the downside.

Cash Grab: 3 Covered Calls on International Stocks

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 3, 2016

Selling covered calls against international stocks allows you to hedge your portfolio while earnings income. Here are three cash-generating ideas.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock: A Powerful Breakout Is Nigh

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Mar 3, 2016

Apple (AAPL) stock has managed to lift itself above some technical hurdles, and now is chock full of upcoming catalysts that could help propel shares even higher.