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: CELG Stock Proves Just How Strong It Really Is

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
I repeat my "buy" on Celgene Corporation due to its ability to withstand recent selling pressure.

HAL: Halliburton Looking Shaky Amid Oil Plunge

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options
At current levels, it is still too early to say if Halliburton Company (HAL) stock has “bottomed” or if it's a “buy.”

Trade of the Day: Whole Foods (WFM)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
Whole Foods has cut some costs and reshaped parts of the business that were hampering growth. The shares have been flat-lining but appear ready for a new phase of their recovery.

Use the GDX ETF to Turn Gold Into Cash

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Gold mining stocks could tread water for some time, so use this opportunity to make income via the GDX ETF.

Play Energy Stocks, Transports With Puts and Calls (XLE, IYT)

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you hold energy stocks, now might be a good time to hedge your bets with puts and calls on the XLE, as well as transports via the IYT.

GDX: Gold Miners Are Unearthing a Rally

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Most stocks sold off Monday, but not gold mining stocks. Now, the Market Vectors Gold Miners ETF (GDX) looks ready to rally even more.

Trade of the Day: Chart Says TSLA Stock Could Plunge 30%

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The technical breakdown in Tesla Motors Inc confirms a downside target of $150.

Trade of the Day: Wendy’s (WEN)

By Ken Trester
Wendy’s has moved into a bullish trend relative to its key moving averages and should continue moving higher.

XHB: A Breakout Is Looming in Homebuilders

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Homebuilders are poised to breakout of a long-term base. Play their next advance with this option play on the XHB ETF.

Keurig Green Mountain: GMCR Is a Single-Serve Short

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Shares of Keurig Green Mountain after a big rally in 2014 closed out the year on a weak note. The stock looks to have plenty more downside

Trade of the Day: DIS Stock Should Continue to Shine in 2015

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Following a 23% rise last year, Walt Disney Co remains a solid technical recommendation. Get my target for DIS stock in the Trade of the Day.

Trade of the Day: LinnCo (LNCO)

By Profit Scanner
LNCO has already risen about 10% on the day – but the pattern has an upside target of $15.00 to $16.00 if it resolves as expected.

BSX Stock Could Come Uncorked

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Boston Scientific Corporation (BSX) has taken on a more bullish posture in recent months, and BSX stock is building toward a bigger breakout.

Trade of the Day: DAL Stock Could Fly at Least 20% Higher

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Delta Air Lines, Inc. is advancing in a bull channel with no discernible top.

Trade of the Day: General Motors (GM)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
If you followed me and focused on the important things, then you scored some great stock returns.

Is Best Buy (BBY) a ‘Best Buy’ Heading Into the New Year?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Best Buy (BBY) rallied nicely this holiday shopping season, but unlike most other discretionary stocks, BBY stock still has some gas in the tank.

XLF: Financial Stocks Maintaining Momentum

By Rick Rouse, Editor, Momentum Options
If the financial sector can stay strong, I like both of these XLF call options at current levels.

Trade of the Day: GM Stock Finally Turned a Corner

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The chart indicates General Motors Company is capable of solid returns.

Whole Foods: WFM Stock Looks Healthy Again

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician
Traders can expect more upside from Whole Foods in coming months. Here's why, and how to position yourself in WFM stock for now.
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