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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Sandisk Stock – Profit From an Imminent Breakdown in SNDK

Trade the bearish trend in Sandisk stock -- one readying for new year-to-date lows. Here's one trade idea on SNDK.

Trade of the Day: S&P 500 ETF (SPY)

The last time a government shutdown occurred was in October 2013, and the stock market actually moved higher.

Trade of the Day: Make Some Space in Your Portfolio for SSS Stock

Sovran Self Storage Inc formed a bullish arch following the recent market sell-off.

3 Tech Stocks With Compelling Charts

The best opportunity for profits comes from stocks that have been unfairly battered and are readying for a rebound.

3D Systems: Print Money With a Bullish DDD Stock Trade

Well-priced options and technical confirmation of a low in DDD stock give bullish investors a trading edge.

Try This Juicy Trade on Shake Shack Stock (SHAK)

Strength is returning to Shake Shack stock. The rocket ship is fueled and ready for lift off, so jump on SHAK before you get left behind.

5 Gold Stocks to Buy Thanks to a Dovish Fed

The U.S. dollar is under pressure while precious metals are getting a lift. In turn, investors should eye these five gold stocks.

Trade of the Day: GameStop (GME)

As we have seen recently, the stock market indicators can turn on a dime.

Trade of the Day: Will This Orphan Drug Stock be at Home in Your Portfolio?

BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc. (BMRN) could land speculators 20% returns.

3 Oil Stocks to Buy for a Sudden Rebound

While we remain in the early innings of the long-awaited recovery for beaten-down oil stocks, opportunities are beginning to materialize.

Trade of the Day: iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT)

The level of interest rates is one of the most important points that help investors decide on price/earnings multiples for stocks.

Trade of the Day: STJ Stock Looks Like a Gem

St. Jude Medical, Inc. is currently trading in a diamond consolidation pattern.

Search for Profits in Google Stock With a Bull Call Spread (GOOGL)

Google stock is leading the tech sector higher. Here's how to capitalize on its continued ascent without shelling out a ton of dough.

3 Lucrative Naked Puts for This Dull, Dull, Dull Season

Yes, earnings season is a couple weeks away, but at least a few naked puts on some big blue chips are managing to offer attractive income.

Trade of the Day: PayPal (PYPL)

PayPal (PYPL) is scheduled to report earnings at the end of October.

Trade of the Day: Buy IBB for a Double-Digit Run Into Year End

The recent correction provides an excellent entry point in iShares NASDAQ Biotechnology Index (ETF).

ADBE Earnings Preview: 2 Trades for Adobe Stock

Adobe Systems' third-quarter report should remind investors why the ADBE stock has been in rally mode for the past three years.

Tesla: Get Triple-Digit Returns From TSLA Stock

Momentum is building in Tesla Motors, making a breakout increasingly likely. This option spread on TSLA stock can double your money.

Fill a Prescription for a Bear Put Spread in Amgen Stock (AMGN)

Bearish technicals, expensive option premiums and limited risk are the right formula for an Amgen stock bear vertical put spread.