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.

AMZN Stock Is Open to a Bear Raid

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yesterday's launch of Amazon's streaming music service led to selling in AMZN stock. This sell-the-news reaction will allow the bears to pounce.

The Taxman Jumpeth – H&R Block Excites the Bulls

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
H&R Block earnings for the fourth quarter pleased analysts, and in response, HRB stock jumped and left a bullish mark on its multiyear and near-term charts.

Here Comes Another Leg Up in Facebook Stock!

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook stock rallied strongly Tuesday after the company announced a pivotal hire -- namely, PayPal's president. Importantly, this momentum has staying power.

Carl Icahn Turns FDO Stock Into a Bullish Playground

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Carl Icahn disclosed a large stake in Family Dollar, which set FDO stock on fire Monday. Now, the technicals and news flow are working in concert.

Hertz Stock – Friday’s Dip Is a Siren Song

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hertz disclosed accounting irregularities that caused shares to fall off a cliff last Friday. Don't buy this dip in Hertz stock. In fact, consider shorting it.

Stocks Cheer the Jobs Report, But Buy Selectively

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Last week, stocks again got the better of the bears. Investors would be wise to keep the broader stock market direction and structure well in mind, though.

MSFT – The Bulls Can Get to Buyin’

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sentiment for Microsoft stock remains low, but oddly, that might be part of the BULL case. Thursday's rally in MSFT stock gave us our next buy signal.

Pandora Stock Is in a Hot Spot

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Streaming music buzz has made Pandora Media Inc (NYSE:P) a hot stock to watch, but Wednesday's technical action makes Pandora stock an absolute must-follow.

Krispy Kreme – Bears Are Salivating Over KKD

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Krispy Kreme (KKD) jumped after earnings like it always seems to, though this time, KKD stock's jump was over a cliff.

Apple Stock – Charts Still Constructive, But AAPL Is Too Frothy

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple stock might be a little tired out after a 20% run over the past six weeks, so a pause might be necessary before AAPL returns to its long-term uptrend.

BIG Stock Should Entice the Bulls

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Big Lots (BIG) resumed its uptrend following an earnings-sparked rally last Friday. Here are important targets in BIG stock to watch.

D.R. Horton on the Move After Well-Deserved Upgrade

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Among the technically better-positioned homebuilder stocks is D.R. Horton. DHI stock currently offers the bulls clearly defined support and resistance.

KORS Stock Survives Earnings in Style, Gives Bulls Another Opening

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Luxury clothing company Michael Kors beat earnings expectations on Wednesday. KORS stock left the nimble bulls a clearly defined risk area to lean against.

Don’t Chase the QQQ, But You Can Buy on the Dips

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
After the spring correction in tech stocks, the Nasdaq-100 is back on its feet, and the QQQ ETF is showing great relative strength. For now, the charts are with the bulls.

HPQ: Hewlett-Packard Rally Isn’t Short on Fuel

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hewlett Packard announced more cost cuts via 16,00 layoffs. Investors seemed to like the news and rallied HPQ stock out of a two-month consolidation phase

Apollo Education – Shorts Have the All-Clear on APOL Stock

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apollo Education (APOL) was just hit by rumors of a Bill Ackman short, which helped exacerbate a bad technical picture in APOL stock. Anyone looking for a short opportunity might have something here.

Twinkling TIF Stock Is Worth Chasing Higher

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tiffany & Co. (TIF) defied many nonbelievers Wednesday with its great earnings report and outlook. TIF stock shot up in response, but left more for the bulls to chase.

Dick’s Sporting Goods – DKS Stock Is in the Bears’ Hands Now

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Dick's Sporting Goods on Tuesday endured a big sell-off after its latest earnings release. The stock broke a major support line - bears will be in control

WAG Stock – Walgreen Is Strong Enough to Wiggle Higher

By Serge Berger, InvestorPlace Contributor
The mixed market is punishing some sectors and rewarding others. But Walgreen could excel on its own given the relative strength of WAG stock.
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