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.

WEN Stock is a Juicy Trade Setup

After a sharp 2013 rally WEN stock spent 2014 consolidating. The price action now, however, increasingly points to a continuation higher.

Intel – INTC Stock Is on Solid Ground

After a little consolidation in early December, INTC stock held a technically sound and bullish pattern and now looks primed for more gains.

BlackBerry (BBRY) Stock Rings Up Defined Support

After a bullish turnaround post the latest earnings report last Friday, BBRY stock while still in a big-picture range has defined support.

The Russell 2000 Is Primed for a Year-End Breakout

After underperforming large caps all year, the Russell 2000 group of small-cap stocks looks ready to break resistance.

Alibaba Stock Is a Stocking Stuffer!

After a multiweek pause, Alibaba stock regained some good-looking upside momentum on Wednesday. Active investors should spring into action.

Google Stock Might Have Its Own Santa Claus Rally (GOOGL)

Google stock has displayed relative weakness for months now, but GOOGL is reaching important technical support and could be ready to bounce.

Keep Tabs on Coach Stock Through Year-End

Shares of luxury retailer Coach Inc (COH) have seen relentless selling since early 2012, but recent action suggests a bounce in Coach stock.

Kansas City Southern: Short Double-Topping KSU Stock

Kansas City Southern had a great run in recent years but price action over the past twelve months now sets KSU stock up as a better short.

Restoration Hardware Still Has Wind at Its Back (RH)

Restoration Hardware shares jumped on Thursday after the earnings report. The charts and momentum support higher prices still for RH stock.

Check Your Return Policy on Costco Stock

Costco stock has rallied into rich overbought readings, and Wednesday's bearish reversal likely signifies a cap on COST.

NetSuite: Watch for a Break Higher in N Stock

Netsuite (N) is being supported by the broader tech sector, and N stock itself is waving a sound technical bull flag pattern.

Chipotle: CMG Stock Is Itching to Break Out

Shares of Chipotle Mexican Grill have lagged other restaurant stocks of late. However, CMG stock is in a tight range and could resolve higher.

Capital One: COF Stock Is Just Late to the Party

After a month of consolidating, COF stock finds itself in a bullish pattern and giddy to join last week's powerful rally in financial stocks.

Johnson & Johnson: JNJ Stock Is Flashing a Bullish Signal

Given Johnson & Johnson's chart construction and the broader market's position, JNJ stock looks ripe for a push to new all-time highs.

Biogen: BIIB Stock Is Ready to Play Catchup

Biogen's promising results of its Alzheimer's drug sent BIIB stock rallying. Traders now have a clear line in the sand to buy the stock.

iRobot: Buy IRBT Stock for the Holidays

After a good post earnings breakaway gap rally in October, IRBT stock consolidated constructively and now looks ripe to break higher again.

Tesla Stock Is Teetering on Critical Support (TSLA)

Tesla stock is under pressure yet again thanks to reports that a BMW deal isn't on the table. Bears should watch this critical support in TSLA.

Like Its Clothes, TJX Stock Is a Bargain

TJX Companies Inc just broke past key technical resistance despite mixed earnings. Traders should put TJX stock on their watch lists.

MasterCard: Charge Ahead With MA Stock

MasterCard has consolidated its post-earnings rally and now looks ripe for a new move higher. Check out the charts on MA stock.