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.

RIP Avicii: Popular Swedish DJ and Musician Tim Bergling Dead at 28

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 20, 2018

Pioneering Swedish DJ and Musician Avicii -- whose real name is Tim Bergling -- has died at age 28 Friday morning. It is unclear what the cause of death is.

Slowly But Surely, Alibaba Group Holding Ltd Will Feel the Burden of Being a Powerhouse

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Apr 20, 2018

Are you asking yourself, "Should I buy Alibaba stock today?" BABA may be fine for the time being, but if you intend to hold it forever, here's something to chew on.

3 Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers Apr 20, 2018

These three earnings reports could lead to major moves next week - and set the tone for the market as a whole.

Why Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. Stock Is Sinking Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 20, 2018

Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) stock was down on Friday despite it reporting an earnings beat for the first quarter of 2018.

Ericsson Stock is Soaring After Q1 Earnings

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 20, 2018

Ericsson (ERIC) stock was on the rise Friday following the release of its earnings report for the first quarter of the year.

TransUnion Stock Soars on Q1 Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 20, 2018

TransUnion (TRU) stock was flying high on Friday following the release of its earnings report for the first quarter of 2018.

New Mattel CEO: 11 Things to Know About Ynon Kreiz

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 20, 2018

Ynon Kreiz will be taking over the as the new Mattel CEO next week and is currently set to become the company's next Chairman of the Board, as well.

3 Key Estimates for Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Q1 Earnings Report

By Apr 20, 2018

Shares of Google parent Alphabet Inc. (GOOGL) climbed on Thursday as we inch closer to the release of the internet giant’s first-quarter earnings results....

For Etsy Inc Stock Simple and Straightforward Proves Best

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 19, 2018

ETSY stock's rapid rise has been well deserved, but Etsy Inc investors might want to wait for a pullback before getting on board.

Skechers USA Inc (SKX) Posts Quarterly Sales Record in Q1

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 19, 2018

Skechers USA (SKX) shares plummeted after the bell Thursday despite the company posting a quarterly record for sales in its first-quarter report of fiscal 2018.

E*TRADE Financial Corp (ETFC) Shares Slide Despite Earnings Beat

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 19, 2018

E*TRADE Financial (ETFC) shares were sliding Thursday despite the company posting quarterly earnings results that topped Wall Street expectations.

420 History: How Did April 20 Become Weed Day?

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 19, 2018

As many of you know, 420, or April 20th, is Weed Day. Here's the origin story of 420, which doesn't come from a police code, despite popular belief.

Walmart Dress Code to Get a Lot More Flexible

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 19, 2018

The Walmart (WMT) dress code is about to get a lot more flexible, allowing employees to wear blue jeans in an effort to create a more relaxed work atmosphere.