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.

Keep Low-Priced Oil Play Houston American Energy Stock on Your Radar

HUSA stock has pulled back sharply from recent highs, but another jump in oil prices, or news from the company, could fuel another spike.

Is Gevo Stock a Buy After Farmers Edge Partnership?

GEVO stock is appealing, especially for long-term investors. But its continuing earnings losses make it one to watch rather than buy today.

C3.AI Just Added an Important New Board Member

The latest addition to the board is positive news for AI stock. However, earnings still need to improve before investors pick up shares.

Will Microsoft Face Antitrust Issues Over Its Cloud Unit?

Will Microsoft come under the antitrust spotlight like some of its mega-cap tech peers? Bulls in MSFT stock hope that's not the case.

QuantumScape Gets Vote of Confidence From Analyst

Deutsche Bank initiated QuantumScape coverage with a Hold rating and price target of $20. That’s a good thing if you own QS stock.

Why PayPal Stock May Continue to Struggle Before Earnings

With earnings fast approaching, a change at CFO is a reason, but not the reason, not to make an impulsive move into PYPL stock at this time.

Earnings and Key Support Are in Play for SPY ETF

An almost uniformly bearish macro story has turned the S&P 500 lower, but earnings and market technicals may help SPY stock.

The SEC v. Ripple Lawsuit: Latest Development Is a Boon for XRP

Ripple has won a significant victory over its battle with the SEC, which will have lasting effects on blockchain technology.

Affirm’s Takeover Speculation and What It Means for Investors

AFRM stock could find a bottom in 2022 not for its fundamentals but for the company becoming a takeover target.

Ideology May Only Go so Far for Black Rifle Coffee Company

Although BRCC stock may have gotten off to a brilliant start, consumers are only willing to pay ideological premiums up to a point.

Lemonade is Having a Bit of an Identity Crisis

While LMND stock managed to swing higher against the red ink of the major indices, it may be more of an anomaly than anything worthwhile.

SoFi Could Trade Between $6-$8, Creating a New Bottom. Here’s Why.

SOFI stock's weak 2022 outlook angered already fed-up investors unwilling to wait longer for the delayed growth catalysts to play out.

Hey LCID Stock Fans! Lucid Motors Just Announced Its New $179k Model

Lucid debuted the latest edition of its powerful Air luxury sedan, but LCID stock still declined despite the EV's impressive features.

Why the Kremlin Is Angry at YouTube Today

YouTube raised the ire of the Kremlin when it recently banned Russia's parliament from the platform. But it shouldn't affect GOOG stock.

What Centene’s Next Era in Managed Care Looks Like

Neidorff built Centene through Medicaid contracts and strict cost controls. His successor is under pressure to increase margins.

Southwest Airlines Deserves Kudos for Strategy as Energy Prices Remain Volatile

Southwest Airlines' LUV stock is still the best in class airline equity and that won't change. The firm's energy strategy is the reason.

Aterian’s Short Squeeze Is Unlikely to Continue

ATER stock is hot on social media as traders hope for a short squeeze. But there's very little reason to expect this trade to pay off.

C3.ai Stock Is Under Pressure as Legal Troubles Mount

It's fine to participate in the machine learning revolution, but AI stock might not be the safest way to invest your capital in this sector.

Is GameStop Stock Prepping for Another Massive Short Squeeze?

GameStop has had insider buying and announced a stock split to help fuel its gains. But will GME stock enjoy another short squeeze?