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.

Starbucks (SBUX) Stock Is About to Suffer a Caffeine Crash

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Starbucks (SBUX) will win the war, but it's about to lose a battle. Expect SBUX stock to stumble amid slowing growth, a late cyclical bull market and an extended chart.

IBB: Are Biotech Stocks Readying a Final Summertime Hurrah?

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Biotech stocks have had an unprecedented run in recent years, and while a mean-reversion move is in the cards, traders can still ride the IBB ETF higher.

Fifth Third – FITB Stock Looks Ready for a Full Breakout

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fifth Third Bancorp (FITB) joined a broader banking rally Friday as interest rates rose. Here's what's next for FITB stock.

Monster Beverage Corp – MNST Stock Still Has Energy to Spare

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Monster Beverage (MNST) shares recently underwent a much-needed correction, setting up a potential short-term bullish trade in MNST stock.

FedEx Corporation: FDX Stock Is Setting Up Well for Traders

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
FedEx (FDX) shares rallied Wednesday, continuing its streak of absolute AND relative strength. This trade should play well off the setup in FDX stock.

Bank of America (BAC) Stock Could Produce One More Bounce

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The relative strength coming out of the banking industry isn't lost on Bank of America -- BAC stock is in fine position and should enjoy another run.

Urban Outfitters: How to Navigate the Sticky Situation in URBN Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A tight range in URBN stock has left it with defined support and resistance. Use these levels to figure out which way Urban Outfitters will ultimately break.

Kansas City Southern: KSU Stock Selloff Has Run Out of Steam

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Railroad stock Kansas City Southern came under renewed pressure last week, but KSU stock now looks ripe for an oversold bounce off its 52-week lows.

FireEye: Why FEYE Stock Could Actually Protect Your Portfolio

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Positive news in the network security industry sent FireEye (FEYE) shares higher Thursday. Looking ahead, FEYE stock could provide some oomph if the market gets volatile.

Tiffany & Co. (TIF): This Luxury Stock Just Regained Its Luster

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tiffany & Co. (TIF) rallied hard Wednesday on the back of its latest earnings. The result? TIF stock broke out of a defined range, and still has room to run.

THC Stock: Tenet Is a Gritty Healthcare Winner

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tenet Healthcare has had a couple of scares in recent months, but each time, THC stock showed resiliency. That bodes well for bullish traders.

Let’s Draw Up a Short Play for Autodesk (ADSK) Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Autodesk (ADSK) stock has been flashing warning signs, but soon enough, we could see a full-blown four-alarm fire. Bears should prepare to pounce.

Aflac Incorporated: Only Buy AFL Stock on Weakness

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Aflac (AFL) shares look very constructive ... through a six- to nine-month lens. For now, here's how investors should deal with AFL stock.

Regeneron Pharmaceuticals: Don’t Chase REGN Stock (But DO Buy on the Dips!)

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Regeneron (REGN) has historically been a great buy on the dips, but awful to chase while it's running. Here's our strategy for REGN stock.

Sherwin-Williams – Buy SHW Stock for Profits, Protection

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a strong multiyear run, Sherwin-Williams (SHW) stock continues to impress, and could be the kind of defensive play that will serve buyers well through the summer

Whole Foods Market, Inc.: 2 Trade Ideas for Struggling WFM Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
A couple juicy opportunities are setting up in Whole Foods (WFM) after the latest selloff. Target these levels in WFM stock.

ConAgra Foods Inc: CAG Stock Packs a Punch

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The longer-term picture for ConAgra (CAG) looks particularly bullish. Here's why investors and traders should look to build a position in CAG stock.

Hasbro, Inc. – HAS Stock Is Toying With a Two-Way Trade

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hasbro (HAS) is flashing overbought readings that offers a great shorting opportunity, but traders should look at both sides of HAS stock.

Fossil: Short FOSL Stock Into the Dirt

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Fossil (FOSL) has seen a great deal of turbulence for almost three years now, and it looks like FOSL stock is destined for even lower prices from here.
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