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.

Make a Cool Buck on JPMorgan Earnings

By Joseph Hargett, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 10, 2013

JPMorgan stock shouldn't move too much on earnings, but a hedged bullish bet using JPM options should still be worth your time.

Ruby Tuesday Is a Sell After Weak Earnings

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 10, 2013

Ruby Tuesday earnings disappointed investors and the stock looks to be breaking out of a bearish pattern -- meaning more downside is likely.

Take Credit for the ‘Diamonds’ (DIA)

By John Kmiecik, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 10, 2013

If you're optimistic about our government's ability to end its squabble in time, play credit spreads on DIA, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF.

Trade of the Day: Keycorp (KEY)

By Wade Hansen, Editor, Strategic Trader Oct 10, 2013

This regional bank stock has been in a downward slide since the Fed announced it was not going to taper.

Fade the Fear With VXX Puts

By Tyler Craig, Tales of a Technician Oct 9, 2013

The case for capitulation in the current selloff is starting to be made. Months-ahead puts on the VXX are one way to take advantage of an eventual ease in fear.

Use Options for Income on Gulfport Energy (GPOR)

By Michael Shulman, Editor, Options Income Blueprint Oct 9, 2013

Fracking plays are still an area of strength -- and the best way I see to play it is by selling puts.

Starbucks Stock Fails at Fresh All-Time Highs

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 9, 2013

Starbucks stock tried to break to new highs Tuesday, but that effort ended poorly. SBUX is now better left alone until it can display better strength.

Trade of the Day: iShares High-Yield Bond ETF (HYG)

By John Jagerson, Editor, Strategic Trader Oct 9, 2013

Many traders don't really understand bonds. But a bearish opportunity in the iShares High Yield Bond ETF (HYG) is emerging, and is worth the explanation.

Yum Brands’ Charts Don’t Look Too Tasty

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 9, 2013

Yum Brands missed earnings estimates by a good margin when it reported on Tuesday afternoon. Now, YUM stock is at risk of breaking a major trendline.

Don’t Pass Up the Chance to Buy This Top Biotech at a Discount

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Oct 9, 2013

The recent pullback is offering an opportunity to get Gilead Sciences (GILD) at a bargain price.

3 Stocks Pulling Down the Dow Jones

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Oct 8, 2013

As the government shutdown continues and the debt ceiling approaches, here are three Dow Jones stocks that are rolling over.

Procter & Gamble Primed for a Sizable Move

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 8, 2013

Procter & Gamble doesn't often appear on traders' radars, but the past five days of near-flat-lining is increasing the odds of a meaningful move, and soon.

Bide Your Time on Ugg-ly Deckers Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 8, 2013

The selloff in Deckers pushed the stock into the middle of a trading range, where neither bulls nor bears have a clear advantage. Let the stock consolidate.

Trade of the Day: Boston Scientific (BSX)

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Oct 8, 2013

Medical devices from this company will start to be available to many more Americans as a result of the Affordable Care Act.

Humana’s Technical Diagnosis Is Not Good – Sell Now

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Oct 8, 2013

Humana's (HUM) intermediate support line has been broken and the 50-day moving average is under attack.

3 Stocks to Short for the Shutdown

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Oct 7, 2013

The budget argument continues, the debt ceiling deadline nears ... and the shorts are finally asserting themselves. Consider these three stocks to short.