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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Trade of the Day: James River Group Holdings (JRVR)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
James River Group is a growing specialty insurance company operating in a profitable niche with attractive long-term growth prospects.

Trade of the Day: KMI Stock Could Post a Total Return of 40%

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Investors have a chance to pick up shares of Kinder Morgan Inc near their four-year low.

ZNGA Stock: How to Trade Zynga Earnings

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
As Zynga's earnings approach, volatility is rich. Consider this trade idea on ZNGA stock to profit.

3 Naked Puts With Generous Premiums

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
A little bit of volatility can go a long way. Sell naked puts against these quick-to-move stocks, and rake in the income.

Tesla Earnings Preview: 2 Trades for TSLA Stock

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's all about deliveries and guidance as Tesla stock prepares to spring following second-quarter earnings. Here are two trades in TSLA to prepare.

Trade of the Day: Extra Space Storage (EXR)

By Mike Turner, Editor, Turner Analytics & Signal Investor
This REIT is up 10% over the past few weeks and is forecasted to move higher.

Trade of the Day: Start Building a Position in MLM Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Martin Marietta Materials, Inc. (MLM) -- This company is the second largest producer of construction aggregates in the United States. It receives about half of…

PCLN Stock: Play the Odds With This Priceline Earnings Trade

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Priceline earnings will be out Wednesday morning, and we've got a high-odds play to exploit rich premiums on PCLN options.

FSLR Stock: A Pair of Trade Ideas for First Solar Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
First Solar earnings come out Tuesday, and with plenty of lingering bearish sentiment on FSLR stock to unwind, a contrarian play has a great deal of potential.

Taser International: Get a Stunning Value in TASR Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
This particular trade in Taser International (TASR) looks attractively priced given the technical situation in TASR stock, as well as mixed volatility.

Trade of the Day: iRobot Corp. (IRBT)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
We like calls on iRobot while it is at long-term support.

Trade of the Day: AMGN Stock Could Jump 20%-Plus in 3 Months

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A post-earnings breakout in Amgen, Inc. was assisted by very high buy-side volume.

3 Biotech Stocks That Are Flashing Warning Signs

By Profit Scanner
Biotech stocks will continue to perform well over the longer term, but the sector is far from a bear-free zone. Here are three traps to avoid.

Trade of the Day: Dow Chemical (DOW)

By Ken Trester
NYSE name Dow Chemical (DOW) is a stock I've traded many times in my four decades as a professional.

Ctrip: Get Ready for Something BIG From CTRP Stock

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sky-high options prices in Ctrip.com suggest an outsized move in CTRP stock following its upcoming earnings report.

MGM Resorts International Earnings Preview: 2 Trades for MGM Stock

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
MGM Resorts International (MGM) soars on reports of potential Mirage sale, but earnings loom large next week

3 Covered Calls for a Cool Grand in Income

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Use covered calls the way they were meant to be used -- by generating substantial income from fairly safe blue-chip stocks!

Trade of the Day: Buy RJF Stock on Near-Term Vulnerability

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A pullback in Raymond James Financial, Inc. could provide an excellent entry point.

Sprint Earnings Preview: 2 Trades for Sprint Stock

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sprint is facing a wall of worry as it prepares to release its second-quarter earnings report. Here's what S stock needs to advance.
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