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.

Image representing category: Trading Advice

2 Great Ways to Trade Zoom Stock Ahead of Q2 Earnings

Zoom shares are sitting at a new record ahead of earnings. Here's how much movement is expected, and two ZM stock options trades to play.

Twilio Stock: Why It’s Not Too Late — or Early — to Buy Into the Momentum

Following a recent earnings report, TWLO stock is looking better than ever for investors both off and on the price chart.

3 Financial Stocks to Buy After Powell’s Speech

Financial stocks were flying after the Federal Reserve Chairman's speech. Here are the top three charts in the sector to buy for profits.

How to Trade Nio Stock After Its 36% Jump

Analysts are warming up to Nio stock, and so are buyers. But beware chasing at these lofty levels. A brief pullback or pause is likely.

3 Breakout Stocks to Buy Right Now

Tuesday's rapid-reversal after the weak open had Nasdaq stocks itching for more upside. Here are my three favorite breakout stocks to buy.

AMD Stock Is the S&P 500 Champion. Here’s How to Play It.

Advanced Micro Devices is a proven champ I do not like to bet against. But after a long rally, here is how you should trade AMD stock.

Why You Should Avoid Slack Stock Ahead of Earnings

Slack Technologies has had a rough first year as a public company. Here's why I think you should avoid Slack stock ahead of earnings.

Southwest Airlines Is a Buy on Dips Near $32

While we wait for Southwest Airlines and its airline peers to fully recover, take advantage of dips in LUV stock to make a nice profit.

Bank of America Stock Is a Buy Today

Paying slightly more for tangible margin of safety is a smarter investment and money well-spent in BAC stock

Twitter Stock Is a Must-Buy after Monday’s Breakout

Twitter shares are beginning to play catch-up with the Nasdaq. Here are two tantalizing TWTR stock options trades to profit.

Reaching Record Highs, Alibaba Stock Remains A Strong Buy

Spurred by better-than-expected earnings, Alibaba stock jumped to a new record today. Here's how bulls can trade it moving forward.

How to Trade Penn National Gaming Stock Without Crapping Out

The current risk within PENN stock demands a strong defense first, and solid offense second using the options market.

3 Streaming Stocks Leading the Pack and Ready To Be Bought

The market is overbought. But three streaming stocks are making a strong case investors maintain exposure to less-risky looking, risk assets

3 Beaming Stocks to Buy

Bulls swarmed to defend the uptrend after Thursday's gap lower. Here are my top stocks to buy on the current action.

DraftKings Stock Is Primed For A Big Bullish Break

DraftKings stock is holding firm after earnings report. Either play the range with naked puts or game the looming breakout with call spreads.

Marathon Oil Stock Remains Stuck in a Range Moored by Dead-Money Drift

Marathon Oil is stuck in a dead-money drift. And that makes naked puts the only game in town for MRO stock.

How and Why Fastly Stock Looks Ready to Buy

Quick-to-turn sentiment amid growing uncertainty is offering investors a more secure, risk-adjusted means to buying FSLY stock

3 Reasons the Rally in Apple Stock Is Over as It Hits $2 Trillion

AAPL stock is getting overbought, overvalued. and overextended. Be patient and wait for better prices before being a buyer.

3 Great Stocks to Buy After the Next Crash

The S&P 500 may be looking past the coronavirus, but a little touch of realism would help. Here are three stocks to buy for the next crash.