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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GMCR Stock Is Hopped Up on Headlines!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Keurig Green Mountain took a much-needed breather in recent weeks, but a gush of news should have investors and traders re-evaluating GMCR stock.

Actavis Prescribes Profits via M&A and Generic Drugs

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
This specialty pharmaceutical company is consolidating its way into becoming a post-Affordable Care Act powerhouse.

ORCL Stock: A Trade for the Oracle Bulls

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
News on the cloud front could determine whether Oracle earnings get cheers or jeers. Those leaning bullish on ORCL stock should consider this trade.

Trade of the Day: McDermott (MDR)

By Ken Trester
With our indicators continuing to reside in bullish territory but weakening, traders should begin to add more puts, as it never hurts to have some insurance.

Gold Mining Stocks ABX, NEM Are Coiling Up. Here’s Where They’ll Pounce.

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
With gold up roughly 14% year-to-date, it should be no secret nor surprise that gold mining stocks are also looking good. Here are two to watch.

Buy Yamana Gold as the Sector’s Glitter Returns

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen
This low-cost producer is completing an inverted head-and-shoulders reversal pattern.

2 Pre-Earnings Options Trades on Solar Stocks: YGE, JASO

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Solar stocks Yingli Green Energy (YGE) and JA Solar (JASO) report earnings next week, and these options trades could help you profit off a pop in either.

Trade of the Day: Apple (AAPL)

By Profit Scanner
Profit Scanner powered by Recognia identified two short-term bullish patterns in the daily AAPL stock chart.

AAPL: Watch for This Key Price in Apple Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
It has been a while since Apple (AAPL) has piqued my interest for a trade, but the movement of Apple stock over the past two weeks looks much rosier.

The Dangers of Shorting SHLD and BBY Stock

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
You can get burned with short selling, so always use stop losses, especially on popular names like BBY stock and SHLD stock.

Target’s Short-Term Rally Coming to an End – Sell Now

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
A tarnished reputation, severe weather and chart weakness all spell trouble for Target (TGT).

Trade of the Day: iRobot (IRBT)

By John Jagerson, Editor, Strategic Trader
I have found an interesting clue for uncovering a winning product – Amazon (AMZN) ratings.

Make This Trade on DG Stock Before Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor
Traders looking to get in on a post-earnings rally for DG stock might want to consider these options before Dollar General makes its report.

McDonald’s: MCD Stock Breaks Out for a Juicy Opportunity

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Until yesterday, MCD stock had been stuck in a boring downtrend for the past 11 months. However, Tuesday's breakout has brought upside momentum back to McDonald's.

Trade of the Day: Methode Electronics (MEI)

By Bryan Perry
Continue holding the quality names I recommend, while also incorporating short-term covered calls as a way to safely get exposure to stocks on the run.

BWLD Stock Ready to Break Major Resistance

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Buffalo Wild Wings has overcome a decidedly negative post-earnings reaction. Now, BWLD stock is itching to move past technical resistance.

Trade of the Day: General Electric (GE)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
Transports are winging higher, led by airlines and railroads, and financials also put in a great week. The trade I have for you today is a Dow Jones component with strong exposure to these very industries.

3 Naked Puts for $1,000 in Monthly Income

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Using options, you can generate $1,000 or more in monthly premium. I prefer to use naked puts; here are three trades to put them to use.

Williams-Sonoma: WSM Stock Trading Tips Before Earnings

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Williams-Sonoma is scheduled to report fourth-quarter earnings this Wednesday. Here are the price levels in WSM stock that I am watching.
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