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.

Avoid CROX While It Wheels and Deals

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2013

Crocs stock rallied after reports that the company's buyout talks had faltered and it's now exploring alternatives. For now, stay away from CROX.

Trade of the Day: Avianca Holdings (AVH)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Nov 14, 2013

Formerly plagued by lawsuits and bankruptcy, this airline is under new management and just started trading on the NYSE with positive prospects.

Micron’s Breakout Ups Trading Target 20%

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Nov 14, 2013

Micron Technology (MU) broke from a double-top and triggered an MACD buy signal.

Dish Network: Can It Beat the Triple Top?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 13, 2013

Dish Network reported good earnings Tuesday, and DISH stock responded with a classic chart breakout that speaks to a future rally.

Watch for an Upside Breakout in AAPL

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 13, 2013

News around Apple has slowed down for the moment. The stock price is forming a bullish pattern -- but hold off on buying just yet.

Trade of the Day: Craft Brew Alliance (BREW)

By John Jagerson, Editor, Strategic Trader Nov 13, 2013

Craft Brew Alliance is undervalued due to a temporary disinterest in small-cap stocks, but should benefit from Buffalo Wild Wings expansion.

This 3D Printing Stock Could Double in the Next Year

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Nov 13, 2013

Proto Labs (PRLB) is on the rise, and investors should get on board now.

Play the Next Big Move in Japan With DXJ

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 12, 2013

Japanese stocks are trading like a coiled spring right now -- but rather than guess what way they'll bounce, traders can play DXJ options.

BAC, Financial Stocks Building Toward a Breakout

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 12, 2013

Banks and financial stocks, after a respectable rally on Friday post the October jobs report look ready to move to fresh year-to-date highs

Bitcoin – Should You Use Charts in Bitcoin Investing?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 12, 2013

As Bitcoin continues to pique investors' interests, it's time to start looking at whether technical analysis can be useful in Bitcoin investing.

RIG – Wait on Transocean Stock and the Icahn Rally

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 12, 2013

After a good RIG earnings report and the partial approval of activist investor Carl Icahn's proposed plan for the company, Transocean stock charts still look good.

Behold, the TSLA Knife Catch!

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Nov 11, 2013

Tesla stock has reached extremely undersold conditions and clearly has been setting up for a bounce, which began Monday. Here's how to play a TSLA rebound.

Aim for the Stars With Constellation Brands (STZ)

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 11, 2013

This option strategy looks to take advantage of the long-term uptrend in STZ.

PCLN Holds Its Uptrend, Retains a Bullish Stance

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 11, 2013

After a quick selloff Thursday, Priceline stock rallied strongly Friday thanks to a strong earnings report. Now, PCLN looks poised for a chart breakout.

Trade of the Day: Boston Scientific (BSX)

By John Jagerson, Editor, Strategic Trader Nov 11, 2013

Wall Street has been selling Boston Scientific (BSX) since it reported earnings, yet put options are still reasonably priced.

Microsoft Stock Meets Resistance – 13 Years’ Worth of It

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 8, 2013

After the latest MSFT earnings report, Microsoft stock has moved higher in good fashion and awoken bullish spirits that have been asleep for way too long.