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.

Apple Inc.: Trade AAPL Stock From Both Sides

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 29, 2015

AAPL stock rallied after earnings on Tuesday. AAPL looks to push higher in the medium term while traders can find two-way opportunities.

Trade of the Day: UUP Has Nowhere to Go but Up

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Jan 29, 2015

Jump on the accelerating bullish trend in PowerShares DB US Dollar Index Bullish ETF.

Market Nears Last-Ditch Support Levels

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 29, 2015

As the bears continue to chip away, the pressure is on the bulls to undo the damage.

AMZN: 2 Trades for Amazon Stock Ahead of Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 28, 2015

Wall Street experts don't seem to know what to expect from AMZN's earnings report this week. Here's two options for trading Amazon stock before Thursday afternoon.

BABA Stock – 2 Ways to Bet on Alibaba Earnings

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jan 28, 2015

Alibaba Earnings are due out Thursday morning. Pick a direction on BABA stock and profit with these two option plays.

Trade of the Day: JDS Uniphase (JDSU)

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options Jan 28, 2015

JDSU is part of the Nasdaq, and Apple's (AAPL) blowout earnings results should provide a nice rebound for the index.

Pfizer Inc.: PFE Stock Should Finally Punch Its Way Higher

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 28, 2015

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) did provide disappointing 2015 guidance, but PFE stock still is constructively positioned for a breakout in coming months.

Trade of the Day: Low-Cost Airline Could Become a Highflier

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 28, 2015

Virgin America Inc has the potential for huge appreciation.

FB: 2 Ways to Trade Facebook Stock Ahead of Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2015

Facebook stock traders will be looking for strong revenue daily active user growth to make up for growing acquisition costs

Profit From the Golden Resurrection With GDX

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Jan 27, 2015

Gold mining stocks are mounting a comeback. Profit with these option plays on GDX.

Trade of the Day: iPath Sugar ETN (SGG)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Jan 27, 2015

Sugar prices have been falling for three years, but have started to perk up at the start of 2015, much as they did at the start of 2014.

FFIV: It’s Time to Deep-Six F5 Networks

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2015

The post-earnings weakness in F5 Networks damaged the intermediate charts. Now, FFIV stock offers traders a shorting opportunity.

Trade of the Day: LUV Stock Could Soar 23% After a Dip

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 27, 2015

A pullback may offer a better entry point in Southwest Airlines Co.

AAPL: 2 Bullish Trades for Apple Stock Ahead of Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 26, 2015

Apple Inc. (AAPL) heads up a jam-packed earnings calendar this week, and iPhone unit sales data is at the top of Wall Street's want list.

Trade of the Day: Avon (AVP)

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Jan 26, 2015

Avon has had its share of issues over the past few years. We think the stock will lose the gains from Thursday and fall through support before earnings next month.