How to start picking stocks

CNBC’s Jim Cramer advised beginner investors on how to successfully begin picking individual stocks. Stock picking is not simple and requires substantial research, he said, stressing that it’s essential not to shoot blindly. Instead, it’s wise to invest intentionally and put money into stocks and sectors you’re familiar with.   “You want to get started? […]

How to use the stock ‘new high’ list

CNBC’s Jim Cramer revealed one of the methods he uses to find winning stocks: The “new high” list. This list shows stocks that are hitting new 52-week highs, and Cramer said it can be a good place to start researching worthwhile investments. “Watch for stocks that have pulled back from the new high list, especially […]

How to trade around a core position

CNBC’s Jim Cramer said he knows he usually tells investors to own stocks for the long haul, not trade for gains in the short-term. But trading around a core position is a basic and useful discipline, he said. When trading around a core position, investors maintain a long-term investment – the core position – but […]