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.

SolarCity Corp (SCTY) Stock Might Not Shine So Bright in 2016

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 31, 2015

SolarCity (SCTY) shares look like they'll have trouble breaking out at least in the early part of the year. Be prepared with this trade on SCTY stock.

Trade of the Day: FCX Stock is a Bottom-Fisher Buy

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Dec 31, 2015

Freeport-McMoRan Inc is trading near the lower end of its bear channel.

3 Investing Lessons from “The Big Short”

By Dec 30, 2015

This is THE movie of the season for investors and traders. Here's how to profit from lessons learned from the film "The Big Short"

Under Armour: It’s Game Time for Bulls in UA

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 30, 2015

A slimmed down and more fit Under Armour is ready for UA bulls to try on with a vertical call spread.

Trade of the Day: Yum! Brands (YUM)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Dec 30, 2015

YUM still has risk-overhang from food safety issues that will be in and out of the news this coming month.

IBB: Biotech Stocks Find Their Magic Once More

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Dec 30, 2015

Biotech stocks are percolating yet again. Embrace the newfound strength with this IBB ETF call spread.

Trade of the Day: QCOM Stock Looks Like a Big Tech Bargain

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Dec 30, 2015

After a tough year, Qualcomm, Inc. appears to have put in a bottom.

4 Dow Jones Dynamos Leading the Charge!

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Dec 29, 2015

The Dow Jones Industrial Average is making another run at the psychologically important 18,000 level. These four stocks are leading the way.

AAPL Stock – Go Long Apple Inc. for FREE

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 29, 2015

Apple stock will finish with an underwhelming 2015, but those bullish on AAPL's prospects in 2016 can go long for a song.

Facebook Inc: FB Stock Is Poised for a Breakout!

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Dec 29, 2015

Facebook stock is poised to pop. Grab FB call spreads before it makes its move to prep for profits.

Trade of the Day: Nvidia (NVDA)

By Mike Turner, Editor, Turner Analytics & Signal Investor Dec 29, 2015

Investors are pouring into the stock, and the price is very likely to continue to rise.

TSLA Stock – Tesla Motors Inc Is Aching to Accelerate

By Tim Biggam, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 29, 2015

Tesla stock is fighting off overhead resistance and persistently low oil, making a break past $235 in the near future awfully unlikely. Here's how to trade.

Trade of the Day: GILD Stock is My No. 1 Pick for 2016

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Dec 29, 2015

Gilead Sciences, Inc. looks significantly undervalued and sports a bullish chart pattern.

Start 2016 With a BANG! 3 Short Squeeze Plays

By Johnson Research Group Dec 28, 2015

Kick off 2016 with a few quick-hit winners: These three stocks have serious short squeeze potential that could drive double-digit gains in a couple months.