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.

Intel (INTC) a Buy on Superior Earnings Growth

Currently, Intel Corp (NASDAQ:INTC) has a Buy using the methodology of Louis Navellier for investing and his Portfolio Grader stock evaluator. This represents no change from the previous week and is the same ranking INTC has had from Portfolio Grader for 2 months.

General Electric (GE) a Strong Sell on Funereal Quant Score

General Electric Co (NYSE:GE) is a member of the 7 company Industrial Conglomerates GICS industry group, which is part of the 555 company GICS Industrials sector. The market value of GE is $153.6 billion which places it in the top 25% of its industry group. Currently, GE is ranked 7 among the 7 companies in this industry group by Portfolio Grader; squarely in the bottom quartile of the sector with a ranking of 535 among the 555 companies in the sector, and number 4,521 in the nearly 5,000 company Portfolio Grader universe.

Flagging Quant Score Keep Ford Motor (F) a Sell

Portfolio Grader currently ranks Ford Motor Company (NYSE:F) a Sell. Using Louis Navellier's investing methods, this analytical tool evaluates stocks by employing proprietary fundamental and quantitative metrics. This represents no change from the previous week and is the same ranking F has had from Portfolio Grader for 4 months.

CSX (CSX) a Buy on Robust Earnings Momentum

CSX Corporation (NASDAQ:CSX) is ranked as a Buy using Louis Navellier's methods for investing and his Portfolio Grader stock evaluator. This represents no change from the previous week and is the same ranking CSX has had from Portfolio Grader for 2 months.

Vapid Quant Score Penalize Bank of America (BAC) Rating

Currently, Bank of America Corp (NYSE:BAC) has a Hold using the Portfolio Grader stock evaluator, which incorporates Louis Navellier's investing methodology. The current Portfolio Grader recommendation on the shares has been in place for the last month.

Why Crocs, Inc. (CROX) Stock Is Soaring Today

Crocs (CROX) shares were soaring on Friday as the company received an upgrade from analysts at Stifel. The stock gained more than 16% today.

Star Wars Porgs: Get Ready for Porg Mania!

The new 'Star Wars' film brings with it the anticipated monsters known as Porgs, and their merchandise is already selling like hot cakes.

Why Is Chicago’s Famous Rock ‘N’ Roll McDonald’s Closing?

Chicago's famous rock 'n' roll McDonald's (MCD) will be shuttering its doors for a remodeling and it plans on ditching the rocking theme.

Walmart, Target Drop Mario Batali Products From Stores

Walmart (WMT) and Target (TGT) are dropping Mario Batali products from their stores following the accusations made against him.

Stifel Upgrade Sends Under Armour Inc Class A (UAA) Shares Surging

Under Armour Inc Class A (UAA) shares were upgraded by Stifel, sending shares surging more than 7%. The company has had a difficult year.

3 Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week

Investors of all stripes should watch these three earnings reports, as they impact stocks across the market as we head into the new year.

Longfin Corp (LFIN) Stock Skyrockets on Blockchain Deal

Longfin (LFIN) shares went gangbusters on Friday, soaring more than 200% as the company announced the acquisition of a blockchain company.

Snyder’s-Lance Inc Stock Surges on Campbell’s Soup Buzz

Snyder's-Lance (LNCE) stock was surging Friday on reports that Campbell Soup (CPB) may acquire it for a still unknown sum.

The Walt Disney Company (DIS) a Sell on Flagging Sales Growth

Currently, The Walt Disney Company (NYSE:DIS) has a Sell using the Portfolio Grader stock evaluator, which incorporates Louis Navellier's investing methodology. This represents no change from the previous week and is the same ranking DIS has had from Portfolio Grader for 4 months.

Why a Growing Side Business Isn’t a Small-Time Endeavor for BP plc (ADR) Stock

BP's growing side business isn't a reason to own BP stock in and of itself, but it should be on current and potential shareholders' minds.

CSX Corporation Stock Tumbles on CEO’s Medical Leave

CSX (CSX) saw its stock fall today on news that CEO E. Hunter Harrison is taking medical leave due to complications from an illness.

Amazon.com, Inc. Blinks, Will Sell Chromecast and Apple TV

Amazon has confirmed that after a two year ban, it will once again be selling the Apple TV and Google Chromecast video streamers.

Free Shipping Day 2017: 11 Top Retailers Offering Free Shipping Today

Today, Dec. 15, 2017, is free shipping day and there are loads of retailers that are taking part in the special shopping event.

How Apple Inc. Stock Could Benefit by Being More Like IBM

AAPL stock investors can only hope that Apple Inc. borrows a page from IBM and keeps the dividend flowing through thick and thin.