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.

The 10 Best S&P 500 Stocks Through 2017’s First Half

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 28, 2017

The 10 best S&P 500 stocks through the first six months of 2017 are a diverse bunch that span six of the index's 10 sectors.

3 Beer Stocks to Buy, 3 to Pour Out

By Luce Emerson, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 28, 2017

As consumer interest in locally produced ale gets frothier, craft brewers have benefited. Here are which beer stocks can ride the trend.

Is Nike Inc (NKE) Stock a Buy or Short Ahead of Earnings?

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 28, 2017

Nike has fallen 20% from its all-time highs, and while NKE stock could struggle on earnings, it's a long-term buy and hold.

General Mills, Inc. (GIS) Stock Pops Higher on Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 28, 2017

General Mills (GIS) stock was up on Wednesday following a positive earnings report for its fiscal fourth quarter of 2017.

Does Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Still Have Double-Digit Downside?

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 28, 2017

Shares of Apple are off about 7% from its all-time highs. Another 13% correction would make AAPL stock a screaming buy.

Is This Rite Aid Corporation’s (RAD) Final Earnings Report?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 28, 2017

Rite Aid will either merge into Walgreens, find another buyer or disappear. Those buying RAD stock today should expect a sale soon.

Is Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) Stock REALLY Worth the Risk?

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

BABA stock could make its way more than 50% higher in the coming year. If you’re willing to stomach some risk, Alibaba could be a good buy.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN)-Whole Foods Buyout Casts a Cloud Over Blue Apron

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

Blue Apron has a 71% meal-kit market share, but it doesn't have much of a moat against Amazon (AMZN) and Whole Foods' (WFM) offerings.

Why J C Penney Company Inc (JCP) Stock Is Surging Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 27, 2017

JC Penney (JCP) stock was up on Tuesday following an upgrade and price target by analysts at Gordon Haskett Research Advisors.

Does Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock Deserve All the Hype?

By Chris Lau, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

Micron (MU) shareholders are highly bullish on the company ahead of the earnings report due Thursday. Here's what you need to know.

Box Inc (BOX) Stock Jumps on Microsoft Azure Partnership

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 27, 2017

Box (BOX) stock was up Tuesday on news of a deal with Microsoft (MSFT) that will have it working with the latter's Azure software.

General Mills, Inc. (GIS) Stock Is the Best of a Bad Bunch

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

As a result of General Mills' inability to organically grow its business, GIS stock has taken a hit in 2017, but here are metrics to watch.

Darden Restaurants, Inc. (DRI) Stock Heads Higher on Q4 Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 27, 2017

Darden Restaurants (DRI) stock was up on Tuesday following an earnings beat of 3 cents for its fiscal fourth quarter of 2017.

3 Reasons FireEye Inc (FEYE) Stock Is a Little Too Risky

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

FireEye (FEYE) still faces some serious issues and the FEYE stock price may have gotten ahead of itself. Here's what you need to know.

Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) Stock Will Disappear. The End Is Near.

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

If Walgreens can't buy Rite Aid, there's not much hope for shareholders going forward. Here are three merger-less scenarios for RAD stock.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Fine Could Be the First of Many

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 27, 2017

GOOGL stock is in retreat today after EU antitrust regulators slapped a $2.7 billion antitrust fine on Alphabet. Representing America is about to get much more difficult for Big Tech.