Hot Stocks

Hot stocks are not about hype. They emerge when powerful themes, policy shifts, and capital flows converge. InvestorPlace analysts track fast-moving market narratives, especially in technology, AI, and infrastructure, to identify stocks drawing outsized attention and explain what is really driving those moves.

Hold for Costco Wholesale (COST) This Week

Costco Wholesale (COST) a Hold at $185.69 based on the most current comparative pricing of its shares and analysis.

Crown Castle International (CCI) a Buy This Week

The Buy for Crown Castle International (CCI) this week is based on the latest news, and relative pricing of its shares.

Is Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. an Acquisition Target?

While AMD stock could be taken out in the $18-20 range, investors shouldn't construct a bull thesis based on speculative M&A chatter. The best strategy with Advanced Micro Devices stock is to buy it as it nears the $10-11 range, and sell it as it rallies to $14 and up.

Biogen (BIIB) a Sell This Week

At $286.95, Biogen (BIIB) a Sell based on the most recent stock market rankings, and comparative pricing of its shares.

AutoZone (AZO) a Sell at $654.60

The Sell for AutoZone (AZO) this week is based on the most current analysis, and comparative pricing of its shares.

Sell for Anadarko Petroleum (APC) This Week

The Sell for Anadarko Petroleum (APC) this week is based on the most current stock market ratings, and relative pricing of its shares.

Strong Buy for Arista Networks (ANET) This Week

At $293.77, Arista Networks (ANET) a Strong Buy based on the latest stock market ratings, and comparative pricing of its shares.

At $138.88, American Tower (AMT) a Buy

At $138.88, American Tower (AMT) a Buy based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and analysis.

Funko Inc (FNKO) Q4 Net Sales Surge 28%, F17 Net Sales Up 20.9%

Funko (FNKO) reported its fiscal fourth-quarter results late Thursday, posting a 28% year-over-year gain in quarterly revenue and a 20.9% full-year gain in revenue.

No Good Options for QUALCOMM, Inc. Shareholders Right Now

The delay in the vote over the Qualcomm/Broadcom deal only adds to the immense uncertainty surrounding Qualcomm stock. With no clear outcome ahead, and no clear edge to trade, investors should let this story play out before choosing a side.

VeriFone Systems Inc (PAY) Posts Q1 Services Growth of 11%

VeriFone Systems (PAY) reported its fiscal first-quarter results after the bell Thursday, unveiling a bottom line of $26 million, or 23 cents per share.

Marvell Technology Group Ltd. (MRVL) Posted Q4 Earnings Beat

Marvell Technology Group (MRVL) unveiled its quarterly earnings results after the bell Thursday, which topped analysts' expectations by a small margin.

Don’t Expect a Smooth Ride With Exxon Mobil Corporation Stock

After big write-downs and lower profits, Exxon's big spending plans should be met with caution, as Exxon stock is no longer the surefire winner it used to be.

At $211.74, Lam Research (LRCX) a Buy

At $211.74, Lam Research (LRCX) a Buy based on the most current comparative pricing of its shares and SEC filings.

Lockheed Martin (LMT) a Buy at $342.20

At $342.20, Lockheed Martin (LMT) a Buy based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and SEC filings.

Buy for Kohls (KSS) This Week

The Buy for Kohls (KSS) this week is based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and market intelligence.

At $158.32, IBM (IBM) a Sell

This week IBM (IBM) Raised to a Sell based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and news.

Honeywell (HON) a Hold at $150.41

Honeywell (HON) drops to a Hold this week based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and stock market rankings.

At $33.28, Gap (GPS) a Buy

At $33.28, Gap (GPS) a Buy based on the most current stock market ratings, and relative pricing of its shares.