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.

Buy First Solar Stock? That’s a Bright Idea! (FSLR)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 25, 2015

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) stock -- one of many battered solar stocks -- rallied Tuesday to break out of a bullish technical formation. Higher prices are ahead.

Trade of the Day: PHM Stock is a Bargain Hunter’s Dream

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Mar 25, 2015

PulteGroup, Inc. looks ready to break from a consolidation and run to new highs.

GLD: Gold Rebound Is Running Out of Steam

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Mar 24, 2015

Despite the recent rally, it's unlikely that the price of gold will reach $1,200. Here's a bear call spread on GLD where you can exploit the next downturn in the price of gold.

FSLR: First Solar Stock Is Heating Up

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Mar 24, 2015

Solar stocks have delivered scorching returns so far this year, so traders looking to get in on the action should take a look at First Solar, Inc. (FSLR).

Honeywell Stock – Here Are the Latest HON Options

By Mar 24, 2015

Investors in Honeywell International Inc. (NYSE:HON) saw new options become available yesterday for the May 15 expiration.

FireEye Inc: Buy FEYE Stock the Secure Way

By Chris Tyler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 24, 2015

A bullish position in FireEye (FEYE) deserves a little extra protection. Consider going long FEYE stock with some options protection.

Trade of the Day: SunPower (SPWR)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Mar 24, 2015

Renewable energy producers are cheap and will help keep countries from having to send so much revenue to the Persian Gulf or Venezuela.

3 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy Bank of America Stock (BAC)

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Mar 24, 2015

Bank of America Corp is one of the worst performers in financials. Here's why you avoid BAC stock for now.

GPRO: Is the GoPro Stock Rally for Real?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 24, 2015

GoPro Inc rallied meaningfully Monday, breaking GPRO stock out of what is a bullish bigger-picture technical pattern. Traders should take notice.

Trade of the Day: Put COST Stock on Your Shopping List

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Mar 24, 2015

Upside volume in Costco Wholesale Corporation has been strong, supporting a bullish saucer.

Trade of the Day: Hovnanian Enterprises (HOV)

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers Mar 23, 2015

Hovnanian is a well-managed company with a stock chart that looks ready to make its next run.

Aflac Incorporated: Quack! Quack! AFL Stock Is Racing Back!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 23, 2015

After a lackluster performance year in 2014, Aflac is starting to shine again in 2015. A solid technical pattern supports AFL stock.

Trade of the Day: ITB Could Pop on Pent-up Housing Demand

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Mar 23, 2015

iShares Dow Jones US Home Const. (ETF) (ITB) is trading in a well-defined bull channel with solid support.

Trade of the Day: Macy’s (M)

By Ken Trester Mar 20, 2015

Fed-generated momentum could continue to push stocks higher, but slowing growth could cause the market to make an about-face very quickly. Here's a trade for the bullish side of the equation.