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.

Wal-Mart Stores Inc (WMT) Stock Should Have You Salivating

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Be skeptical of Walmart (WMT) all you want. But doubting WMT stock at its current technical juncture means missing out on a profitable trade.

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Tesla Inc (TSLA), Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) and Delta Air Lines, Inc. (DAL)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla (TSLA) earns a bizarre upgrade, Alphabet (GOOGL) is in DoL trouble and Delta Air Lines (DAL) is shoveling out of a disastrous week

Take Profits on Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Now

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Amazon (AMZN) may just be pausing before a renewed push higher. But it seems AMZN stock is more likely to make a big downside move first.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: Twilio Inc (TWLO), Direxion Shares Exchange Traded Fund Trust (JNUG) and Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (RT)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Twilio (TWLO) is rebounding thanks to analyst love, Ruby Tuesday (RT) continues to spiral and Direxion's 3x junior miners fund (JNUG) surges amid the U.S. strike on Syria.

Should You Short the PowerShares QQQ Trust (QQQ)?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Nasdaq-100 and PowerShares QQQ Trust (QQQ) has hit key resistance. The trend is pointed up, but profit opportunities are pointed down.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD), Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (BBBY) and Yum China Holdings Inc (YUMC)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) got a snub from Goldman Sachs, while Bed Bath & Beyond (BBBY) and Yum China (YUMC) got a boost from earnings.

Buy Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock Once You See This Signal

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chipotle (CMG) is in the early innings of what may be a critical turning point. Here's where CMG stock should become a buy.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: Panera Bread Co (PNRA), Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc (WBA) and A Schulman Inc (SHLM)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Panera (PNRA) finally gets its buyout bid, Walgreens (WBA) reports a lackluster quarter and little-known A Schulman (SHLM) is an earnings popper.

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Stock CAN Be Reheated!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
McDonald's (MCD) has largely flatlined in recent weeks. However, a little push by the broader market could do wonders for MCD stock.

3 Stocks to Watch on Tuesday: Nvidia Corporation (NVDA), Ford Motor Company (F) and Paratek Pharmaceuticals Inc (PRTK)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Nvidia (NVDA) is about to fall into the red for 2017, Fprd (F) is recovering after a woeful Monday and Paratek Pharmaceuticals (PRTK) is putting up a 40%-plus morning.

Pfizer Inc. (PFE) Stock Could Be a Second-Quarter Star

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Pfizer (PFE) looks like it could resume its year-to-date rally soon. If so, it would offer plenty of upside in addition to its 3.8% yield.

3 Stocks to Watch on Monday: Tesla Inc (TSLA), Sanofi SA (ADR) (SNY) and Imagination Technologies Group plc (IMG)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Tesla (TSLA) beats estimates for Q1 deliveries, a Sanofi (SNY) drug delivers and Imagination Technologies (IMG) craters more than 60%.

Chevron Corporation (CVX) Stock: When to Buy This 4% Yielder

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chevron (CVX) has reached a major area of chart support. Now, CVX stock is setting up for a trade with a strong risk-reward profile.

3 Stocks to Watch on Friday: BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY), Akari Therapeutics PLC (ADR) (AKTX) and Voxeljet AG (ADR) (VJET)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
BlackBerry (BBRY) and VoxelJet (VJET) were moving Friday on earnings, while Akari Therapeutics (AKTX) received some positive medical news.

Embrace Facebook Inc (FB) Stock, Just Don’t Chase It!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook (FB) is a great long-term play and a strongly trending stock, but it's overbought at the moment. Watch this price level in FB stock.

3 Stocks to Watch on Thursday: Apple Inc. (AAPL), ConocoPhillips (COP) and Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
ConocoPhillips (COP) is up big on an asset sale, Android apps overtake Apple (AAPL) and Ackman apologizes for his Valeant (VRX) investment.

Buy Wells Fargo & Co (WFC) Stock on Any Dips

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Wells Fargo (WFC) and many other bank stocks look technically and structurally sound. I especially like WFC stock as a better buy here.

3 Stocks to Watch on Wednesday: RH (RH), Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) and Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings Inc (OLLI)

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
RH (RH) and Ollie's Bargain Outlet (OLLI) are headed higher on earnings, while Vertex Pharmaceuticals (VRTX) is rocketing on trial results.

Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Is a Comeback Buy

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nvidia (NVDA) has been playing coy for too long. Now, the chart setup in NVDA stock is screaming for a real move to the upside.
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