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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AAPL Stock Acting Better After a Week of Consolidation

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
AAPL stock after the run-up from November 26th last week slowed down the up-trend, allowing it to build a technically better base from which to move up from

Trade of the Day: Randgold Resources (GOLD)

By Ken Trester
One of the best of the worst in gold stocks is Randgold Resources (GOLD).

Government Exit Sends GM Stock to Fresh All-Time Highs

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The U.S. government's sale of its final General Motors stake sent GM stock to new highs, which is positive in the long term. However, in the near term ...

Qualcomm’s Consolidation Should Lead to More New Highs

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Qualcomm's (QCOM) recent consolidations have resulted in breakouts.

BIDU, Chinese Internet Stocks Ready for Another Pop

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
With stocks getting another bid post the November jobs report, some Chinese internet stocks such as BIDU are rallying again

Straddle Hard-to-Read GRPN Stock, Then Hang On!

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Unsure about which direction GRPN stock will head in coming weeks? Us, too. But thanks to the options straddle, we don't need to know to profit.

BKS Stock Waves a Big, Red Flag

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
An SEC investigation into Barnes & Noble's accounting practices has dented the chart of BKS stock and has set up a possible short selling opportunity.

Celgene on the Verge of a Bull Channel Breakout

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Celgene (CELG) is in a powerful bull channel with support at its 50-day moving average.

Can Google Stock Regain Upside Momentum?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The technology sector has displayed some relative strength in recent weeks, making Google stock look more and more like an easy year-end long play.

Trade of the Day: Immuomedics (IMMU)

By Ken Trester
Try this options trade under $1 to benefit from the continued bullish market trend.

DG Stock Should Keep Rallying Like a Chief

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After consolidating for three months, Dollar General staged a marginal chart breakout following its earnings report. Upside momentum for DG stock looks good.

BA – Spread Your Options Wings on Boeing Stock

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Since the beginning of November, Boeing stock has never closed below $130. For this trade idea to profit, BA's streak needs to continue.

Get Your Bond Protection in Place Now With FRA

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Blackrock Floating Rate Income (FRA) could provide a hedge for bondholders from a rise in interest rates.

GLD – Don’t Even Bother With Gold Right Now

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yes, gold is sitting at a higher low vs. its summer lows, but the GLD ETF still looks shaky and can't seem to hold a bid. For now, the longs should avoid GLD.

AAPL – Use Credit Spreads for a Sweet Bite of Apple Stock

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple stock has gotten a lot of attention -- and a lot of trades -- in 2013. This credit spread will get you a sweet taste of AAPL.

Trade of the Day: HCA Corp. (HCA)

By Bryan Perry
HCA Corp. is the nation's largest hospital holding company, and a great way to harness healthcare strength.

FB Stock Gets Back on Its Feet

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
FB stock fell out of favor with investors in late October as momentum began to wane. But the stock is getting back on its feet after forming a bottom.

LVS – Upgrade Turns Las Vegas Sands’ Charts Loose

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a nearly six-week consolidation phase LVS stock staged a high-volume breakout on the back of an upgrade to Las Vegas Sands' credit rating.

It’s Up, Up and Away for This Cloud Stock

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Western Digital (WDC) broke to an all-time high from a series of consolidations following an upgrade.
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