Beat the Bell

It’s easy to become overwhelmed by the swirl of headlines in the financial world. But stocks often move on those headlines — sometimes a lot — and knowing what to make of the price action will set you on the right path for winning trades.

That’s why we’ve put together our free Beat the Bell series. This free daily feature provides insightful advice from renowned technical analyst Serge Berger right in your mailbox — and in plenty of time to take action on the trade.

How to Trade Red-Hot Square Inc (SQ) Stock at All-Time Highs

Square shares scored a record high on Monday. Here's what you need to know about red-hot SQ stock, including the key levels to watch.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Tesla Inc (TSLA) and Direxion Daily Gold Miners Bull 3X ETF (NUGT)

Apple (AAPL) stock continues to face resistance Tuesday, Tesla (TSLA) gets a PT upgrade and Direxion's 3x gold miners ETF NUGT pushes higher.

Facebook Inc (FB) Stock Is Breaking Out. Climb Aboard!

Facebook shares soared to new all-time highs Friday, but it's not too late to join the party. This trade will let you safely capitalize on additional strength.

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Apple Inc. (AAPL), Pandora Media Inc (P) and Herbalife Ltd. (HLF)

Apple (AAPL) is off this morning on an analyst downgrade, Pandora (P) is generating Big Telco interest and Herbalife (HLF) just cut its outlook.

iShares Russell 2000 Index (ETF) (IWM): Small Caps Are Breaking Out!

The iShares Russell 2000 ETF caught fire Thursday. And if the charts are any indication, the IWM could just be getting started.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: Alphabet Inc (GOOGL), Workday Inc (WDAY) and Broadcom Ltd (AVGO)

Alphabet (GOOGL) is ready to make another run on $1,000, while Broadcom (AVGO) and Workday (WDAY) head in opposite directions after earnings.

How to Expertly Bottom-Fish Energy Stocks Now

Energy stocks are oversold and testing support. That has the SPDR S&P Oil & Gas Exploration & Production ETF (XOP) flashing an opportunity.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Dollar General Corp. (DG), Box Inc (BOX) and Express, Inc. (EXPR)

Dollar General (DG) and Box (BOX) are heading higher Thursday on their Q1 results, but Express (EXPR) is getting pounded into the ground.

Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock Will Keep Clawing Higher

Micron Technology is providing investors with an excellent trend following opportunity at the moment. Get my target on MU stock.

The Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock Bull Case Takes a Hit

Advanced Micro Devices had a rough May, and it wasn't just a "breather." The bears are mounting a legitimate case against AMD stock.

Tiffany & Co. (TIF) Stock Has Little Shine, But Lots of Opportunity

Last week's selloff in Tiffany resulted in a technical breakdown. Now, TIF stock is set up perfectly for a bearish-leaning trade

3 Resilient Retail Stocks to Buy Now

These three retail stocks to buy are showing that they can hang with Amazon. You can go long with a safety valve using these trade ideas.

Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock Is Still the One

Netflix rallied on Thursday, and both the charts and current low-vol market environment point to more near-term upside in NFLX stock.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock Is About to Lose Support

AMD stock is an outstanding trading vehicle, but it would take something unexpected for Advanced Micro Devices to be worth its current price.

The iShares Russell 2000 Index (ETF) (IWM) Snoozefest Is Perking Up

The iShares Russell 2000 Index ETF (IWM) has traded in a boring sideways range thus far in 2017, but this low volatility also breeds opportunity.

FedEx Corporation (FDX) Stock Is a Breakout Candidate

FedEx has been trading sideways for a while, but FDX stock is starting to show the signs of a breakout in the making. Here's my analysis.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Intuit Inc. (INTU), Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW) and Tiffany & Co. (TIF)

QuickBooks parent Intuit (INTU) is soaring Wednesday on a quarterly beat, but Lowe's (LOW) and Tiffany & Co. (TIF) aren't so fortunate.

Trade Facebook Inc (FB) Stock for Quick, Easy Profits

A recent pullback in Facebook has given traders a new opportunity with clearly defined risk. Here's how to profit on FB stock.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Nokia Oyj (ADR) (NOK), Momo Inc (ADR) (MOMO) and Tesla Inc (TSLA)

Nokia (NOK) rockets higher on Apple deal, Momo (MOMO) clobbers earnings and Tesla (TSLA) CEO Elon Musk doesn't think much of his smarts.