Hot Stocks

The stock market changes from minute to minute, and what’s hot today may not be hot tomorrow. Our expert analysts spot hot stocks that are heating up before the crowd swoops in to bid prices higher, and our journalists sift through the noise to shine a light on trending investments -- in spaces ranging from quantum computing to marijuana stocks -- to determine whether they’re actually worth your time.

TJX Companies Inc (TJX) Stock Rises on Q2 Earnings, Revenue Beats

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 15, 2017

TJX (TJX) stock was on the rise today following the release of its earnings report for its fiscal second quarter of 2018.

Home Depot Inc (HD) Stock Dips Despite Record-Breaking Earnings Report

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 15, 2017

Home Depot (HD) stock was down on Tuesday despite announcing a record-breaking earnings report for the second quarter of the year.

Why Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) Stock Isn’t as Threatened as You Might Think

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Aug 15, 2017

QCOM stock holders may be simultaneously thrilled and terrified of all the litigation warfare, but truth be told, Qualcomm will likely end up somewhere between the two extreme possibilities.

Sell Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Before Trump Gets Revenge

By Larry Ramer, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 15, 2017

Donald Trump is using his administration to hurt Amazon. And with multiple ways to accomplish this goal, investors should sell AMZN stock.

The Best Way to Play Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Stock Now

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 15, 2017

Chesapeake Energy (CHK) actually made money in the second quarter, but it's still a risky investment. Here's a better way to play CHK stock.

Will Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) Beat Q1 Earnings Estimates?

By Aug 15, 2017

Alibaba (BABA) expects e-commerce, cloud, digital media and entertainment, and international expansion to contribute around 45%-49% to revenue growth this year.

Taco Bell Tests Burrito With Spicy … Pop Rocks??

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 14, 2017

Taco Bell -- owned by Yum! Brands (YUM) -- is testing a burrito that comes with spicy pop rocks. Here's what you should know about it.

VF Corp (VFC) Buys Maker of Dickies for $820 Million

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 14, 2017

VF (VFC) has reportedly agreed to acquire the maker of Dickies workwear -- privately-held Williamson-Dickie -- for $820 million, all in cash.

Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock – One Bad Number You Can’t Ignore

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 14, 2017

Nvidia continues to deliver for shareholders, but a closer look reveals a troubling practice that should cast doubt over NVDA stock.

Aldi Testing Home Delivery in 3 U.S. Cities

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 14, 2017

Aldi, a grocery chain based out of Germany, is planning to offer home delivery in three U.S. cities starting later this month.

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles NV (FCAU) Stock Surges on Takeover Talk

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 14, 2017

Fiat Chrysler (FCAU) stock was on the rise today following news of a rebuffed takeover offer from a Chinese car company.

Target Corporation (TGT) Buys Grand Junction to Amp Up Same-Day Delivery

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 14, 2017

Target (TGT) is planning to buy Grand Junction to push forward with same-day deliveries and better challenge its rivals.

Trump Lashes Out at Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK), But Does It Matter?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 14, 2017

President Trump's tweet decrying Merck CEO Kenneth Frazier for quitting his manufacturing council couldn't dent MRK stock. But all isn't well.

Tesla Inc (TSLA) Stock Offers Painful Lessons for Short Sellers

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 14, 2017

Short selling is risky and complicated ... and Tesla is certainly an instructive case study. Here’s a look at some of the TSLA stock lessons.

Why Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (VRTX) Stock Isn’t Worth the Risk

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 14, 2017

Vertex Pharmaceuticals is backed by incredible scientific innovations, but VRTX stock is still a gamble on a single, flagship treatment plan.

Tesla Inc (TSLA) Turns to Bond Market to Fund Big Model 3 Plans

By Aug 14, 2017

Tesla has planned to raise $1.5 billion through junk bonds to support its Model 3 plans. “The notes will be senior unsecured debt obligations of Tesl...