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.

At $79.99, Gilead Sciences (GILD) a Hold

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

Gilead Sciences (GILD) a Hold at $79.99 based on the most current stock market ratings, and comparative pricing of its shares.

Alexa Laughing at You? Amazon Confirms Bursts of Creepy Laughter

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

Amazon (AMZN) has been getting flak over Alexa randomly laughing at owners' homes. The company said it's working to fix the problem, which some find creepy.

Trump’s Tariffs Will Hit These Stocks Hard

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 8, 2018

Are the Trump tariffs real? This is why the steel and aluminum tariffs are more bad than good for most stocks.

Cummins (CMI) remains a Sell This Week

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

The Sell for Cummins (CMI) this week is based on the most recent relative pricing of its shares and market intelligence.

Express Scripts Holding Co Stock Soars on Cigna Corporation Deal

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

Express Scripts (ESRX) stock was on the rise Thursday following news of a deal with Cigna (CI) that will have the two companies merging together.

Best Buy (BBY) a Strong Buy at $76.77

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

At $76.77, Best Buy (BBY) a Strong Buy based on the most current relative pricing of its shares and news.

American Eagle Outfitters Stock Dives Despite Sizzling Sales, Revenue Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) stock was falling hard on Thursday despite a solid earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2017.

Exxon Mobil Corporation’s Big Profit-Growth Target Fails to Impress Investors

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Mar 8, 2018

Exxon Mobil stock fell more than 2% against a backdrop of bullish news, underscoring how little confidence the market has in Exxon Mobil.

This week, Activision Blizzard (ATVI) stays a Buy

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

The Buy for Activision Blizzard (ATVI) this week is based on the most current market intelligence, and relative pricing of its shares.

Home Depot to Donate $50M to Train Construction Workers

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

Home Depot (HD) announced that the company is shelling out $50 million over the next decade to train 20,000 construction workers. Here's what you should know.

Albemarle (ALB) a Sell at $100.05

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

This week, Albemarle (ALB) a Sell based on the most recent stock market ratings, and comparative pricing of its shares.

KFC Logo Features Mrs. Sanders in Honor of International Women’s Day

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

The KFC logo is changing today to celebrate International Women's Day so that it features Claudia Sanders, but only in Malaysia.

American International Group (AIG) now a Strong Sell

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

American International Group (AIG) a Strong Sell at $57.31 based on the most current stock market rankings, and comparative pricing of its shares.

McDonald’s Flips Golden Arches to Celebrate International Women’s Day

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Mar 8, 2018

McDonald's (MCD) is celebrating International Women's Day by turning its golden arches upside down at stores and online.

Adobe Systems (ADBE) a Strong Buy at $216.860

By Portfolio Grader Mar 8, 2018

The Strong Buy for Adobe Systems (ADBE) this week is based on the latest relative pricing of its shares and SEC filings.

How Worried Should Traders Be About Tariffs?

By John Jagerson and Wade Hansen Mar 8, 2018

We don’t expect the tariffs to be good or bad for steel and aluminum stocks, but they will probably have a negative effect on industrials that use metals for production and those reliant on exports.