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: Opko Health (OPK)

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options Jan 28, 2016

Opko Health (OPK) is a biotech name that could make a significant backtest to multi-year lows.

Trade of the Day: ED Stock is a Bright Spot in a Murky Market

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 28, 2016

Consolidated Edison, Inc. offers above-average income, as well as upside potential.

3 Naked Puts for Long-Term Profits – AAPL DIS PCLN

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2016

Selling naked puts can generate income for you while also giving you a shot at value buys. Here are three ideas on AAPL, PCLN and DIS.

2 Solar Plays: First Solar, Inc. Still Outshining SolarCity

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2016

Fundamentals and price charts still point at two different stories in a bullish FSLR and bearish SCTY.

GLD ETF: Gold Prices Are in Vogue Once More

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jan 27, 2016

The stock market slowdown is driving demand for gold; and with GLD approaching a bottom, this option spread is offering shiny profits.

Trade of the Day: Michael Kors (KORS)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Jan 27, 2016

KORS is scheduled to release its quarterly earnings on Tuesday, Feb. 2, and the company is facing some stiff headwinds.

Trade of the Day: All Aboard CCL Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 27, 2016

The latest test of the bull channel in Carnival Corp looks like a classic selling climax.

Going Long Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) Stock Is as Easy as 1-2-3

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2016

Alphabet Inc (GOOG, GOOGL) is struggling after a great 2015, but investors should take the opportunity to get bullish Google stock now.

How to Buy Alibaba Stock at a 15% Discount

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2016

Alibaba stock is starting to outperform again. Traders can pick it up on the cheap by selling put options.

McDonald’s Earnings Send MCD Stock to New Heights

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jan 26, 2016

McDonald's earnings beat sends shares to all-time highs. Profit from continued strength with this MCD option trade.

Facebook Inc (FB) Earnings: 2 Trades to Make

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2016

Facebook bulls are out in force, and guidance could be reinforced by the red-hot Oculus Rift. These FB trades are your best bets ahead of the report.

Biogen Inc. Earnings Preview: What Option Traders Are Expecting From BIIB Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2016

With a potential bottom coming in Biogen stock, the situation looks well-suited to using a March vertical spread.

Trade Ahead: How to Play Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) Stock Around Earnings

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2016

A potential bullish trend change is setting up in Qualcomm stock -- just in time for earnings. Here's how to play QCOM.

Trade of the Day: Constellation Brands (STZ)

By Mike Turner, Editor, Turner Analytics & Signal Investor Jan 26, 2016

In a market sell-off like the one we’ve been experiencing, I take particular notice of any stock that’s bucking the market trend and appreciating despite a field of declines. That’s exactly what today’s recommendation is doing.