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.

Michael Kors Holdings Ltd: Trade the KORS Stock Rally

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Michael Kors (KORS) has seen some wild price movement in 2016. Now, Wednesday's rally might have set the stage for a move higher in KORS stock.

Starbucks Corporation: SBUX Stock NEEDS Some Nitro

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Starbucks (SBUX) looks lifeless despite a new infusion of summer drinks. Expect a lackluster economy to hold SBUX stock back.

CVX Stock – Chevron Corporation Is Calling All Bulls

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chevron (CVX) shares might not do a ton over the next few months, but traders could latch onto CVX stock for a shorter-term pop.

Bank of America Corp: BofA Runs Into Strong Technical Headwinds (BAC)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a notable multi-day rally in Bank of America on Wednesday and Thursday signal a bearish theme ahead. A well defined trade sets up BAC for the shorts.

Nvidia Corporation: NVDA Stock Is Running Out of Gas

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nvidia (NVDA) clearly is in an uptrend mode, but the rally's pace is simply unsustainable. For now, short positions on NVDA stock have the best chance for success.

Alibaba Group Holding Ltd: BABA Stock Is at a Major Crossroads

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Alibaba (BABA) stock just put up a quick rally that increased the likelihood of a technical rally. However, an SEC investigation will test shares' mettle.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (NASDAQ:COST): Watch Out for That Cliff!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Costco (COST) earnings are just around the bend -- at the same time that COST stock is sitting at a major technical inflection point.

VMware, Inc. (VMW) Stock Has Double-Digit Upside

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
If the current bullish pattern in VMware (VMW) stock begins to work out, then shares have a first upside target of more than 10% higher than last Friday's close.

iShares Russell 2000 Index (ETF) (IWM) – Small-Caps Could Drop 20% More

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Russell 2000 is printing a very bearish pattern that indicates a possible 20% drop for the iShares Russell 2000 Index (ETF) (IWM).

Hormel Foods Corp (HRL): Stay Away From the Spam!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hormel (HRL) has topped out thanks to Wednesday's selling pressure, and Hormel stock could have another 15% of downside.

Home Depot Inc (HD) Stock: The Bears Are in Charge

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Home Depot stock saw selling pressure Tuesday despite a beat-and-raise quarter. For now, that points to a path lower for HD.

The S&P 500 Looks Shaky Here (SPY)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite Monday's rally, the S&P 500 -- and thus the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) -- remains in a precarious spot. Play the short side.

Walt Disney Co (DIS): It’s a Mouse Trap!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Disney (DIS) sustained some concerning technical damage last week. Traders should look to play Disney stock on the short side.

XRT: The SPDR S&P Retail (ETF) Has More Punches to Take

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The SPDR S&P Retail (ETF) (XRT) representing retail stocks like Nordstrom (JWN) and Macy's (M) is continuing its three-week slide and still is pointing lower.

SolarCity Corp (SCTY) Still Is a Toxic Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The volatility in SolarCity (SCTY) is high, and the downtrend is clear. Most investors and traders should just avoid SCTY stock until something drastically changes.

Hasbro, Inc.: 2 Ways to Play HAS Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
You should like Hasbro (HAS) whether you're a bull or a bear, as the stock looks likely to provide opportunities on both sides. Here's what you should watch.

Materials Select Sector SPDR (XLB): Materials Flash a Warning for Us All

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Materials Select Sector SPDR (XLB) is firing off a flare for stock and commodities investors alike. For traders, now's the time to short.

Tripadvisor Inc (TRIP): A Breakout Is Coming

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors and traders would be wise to closely watch TRIP stock, because Tripadvisor's range-bound trading is building up for a breakout in either direction.

ConocoPhillips (COP) Stock: The Pressure Is On

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The 10% drop in ConocoPhillips (COP) stock over the past week of trading has caused notable damage to its chart. Tread carefully in this stock.
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