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.

Goldman Sachs: GS Stock Looks Absolutely Giddy

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Goldman Sachs Group Inc (GS) and financials as a whole are looking ready to lead this market higher. Here's a great trade setup in GS stock.

ADT Corp: Here Comes Another Charge in ADT Stock!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Healthy stocks like ADT Corp always find a way to move higher regardless of market environment. After a February breakout, ADT stock is re-energized and should push upward again.

Duke Energy: DUK Stock Has a Great Technical Setup, But …

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Duke Energy Corp (DUK) has been slammed since late Janaury as interest rates rose, but DUK stock could rebound if the FOMC statement holds some dovish language.

FOMC: Why You Should Just Shut Down Your Trading Console

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The stock market is a game of probabilities, and when the getting is good, we act. When it's not, we wait. Let the FOMC meeting pass.

It’s a Make-or-Break Week for SPY, XLF

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After a two-week mean-reversion move in the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY), the next move almost certainly depends on this week's FOMC statement.

Shake Shack Inc: SHAK Stock Is Shaking Up Some Excitement

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After Thursday's wild reaction to Shake Shack earnings, SHAK stock could be beginning a lucrative honeymoon phase. Traders, get your orders ready.

Sunedison Inc: SUNE Stock Is Charging Up

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sunedison Inc has seen some orderly trading this year, and now SUNE stock is technically preparing for a break to the upside.

United Continental (UAL): Brace Yourself for a Bumpy Ride

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
United Continental Holdings Inc increasingly feels more at risk of a near-term mean-reversion move lower. Short UAL stock now, and/or consider waiting for a chance at a long position.

GNC Holdings Inc: Score Quick Profits From This Smaller Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Shares of GNC Holdings Inc are acting well of late, giving active investors appealing risk/reward prospects for a trade in GNC stock.

Goldman Sachs: GS Stock Is Going Lower Before It Goes Higher

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Banking and brokerage stocks such as Goldman Sachs Group Inc (NYSE:GS) initially rallied last Friday only to quickly fade. Expect GS stock to fall more before it recovers.

Chipotle (CMG) Is Running Out of Sizzle

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. has seen choppy trading so far in 2015, and now an increasing concerning technical pattern in CMG stock has emerged.

Facebook Inc: FB Stock Gets a Pivotal Lift From Zuck

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook Inc (FB) has been stuck in a trading range since last summer, but FB stock now looks ready to break into this price range.

The SPY Breakout Looks Like a Flop

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) is weakly positioned thanks to lack of momentum and non-confirmation from financials and transports. Eye this downside target.

Cypress Semiconductor: Make a Calculated Play on CY Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Semiconductor stocks rallied Monday, and along with it came Cypress Semiconductor Corporation. Now, CY stock looks good for continued upside.

BBRY: BlackBerry Stock Is Hot to the Touch

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
When it comes to BlackBerry Ltd (BBRY), patience is an investor's greatest virtue. Those looking for a breakout in BlackBerry stock should eye these levels.

Google Stock: Still Bullishly Postured, Still Worth Buying

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The recent rally in Google Inc (GOOGL) has brought it back to its 200-day moving average. Momentum should push Google stock higher.

PNC Financial: PNC Stock Is Charging Ahead

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Banking stocks like PNC Financial Services look promising to rally as a prerequisite for a continued push higher in the broader market

Under Armour Inc: UA Stock Is Wrestling Its Way to the Top

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Under Armour Inc (UA) is showing promising fundamental signs, which should help push UA stock out of its six-month range.

Tyson Foods: TSN Stock Should Pack a Protein-Fueled Punch

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tyson Foods, Inc. (TSN) has quickly recovered following a post-earnings drop, demonstrating resilience in TSN stock that should continue.
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