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.

Centene Corp (CNC) Stock Surges on $3.7 Billion Fidelis Deal

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Centene (CNC) shares were surging Wednesday as it announced that it has agreed to buy fellow health care provider Fidelis for $3.75 billion.

Seadrill Ltd (SDRL) Stock Soars Amid Bankruptcy Filing

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Seadrill (SDRL) stock was on the rise Wednesday following the release of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy and restructuring plan announcement.

Target, Chip and Joanna Gaines to Launch Home Goods Line

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Target (TGT) has partnered up with Chip and Joanna Gaines to launch a line of countertops, home decor and other goods for the upcoming fall.

Inventure Foods Inc (SNAK) Shares Soar on Sale of Frozen Foods Business

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Inventure Foods (SNAK) shares were skyrocketing early Wednesday as the company announced that it would be selling its frozen foods business.

Buy Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:MSFT) On This Short-Term Weakness

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Microsoft is rolling back, but MSFT stock is a buy because it remains on the leading edge of many fast-growing markets with its profitable Azure cloud.

Bitcoin Prices Can’t Be Stopped

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bitcoin prices took a hit when China seemingly announced a crackdown, but the correction wasn't tragic and, in the long term it won't matter. On…

Is Tesla Inc (TSLA) Losing To General Motors Company’s (GM) Chevy Bolt?

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tesla (TSLA) sales fell again in August. TSLA stock's had a great run this year but could be pressured as Chevy's Bolt stakes EV dominance.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Pulls Back in Wake of “Bullish” Apple Event

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Tuesday's Apple event, and unveiling of a couple of new iPhones, isn't catapulting AAPL stock higher. That's because the bullishness was already priced in, and then some.

Star Wars 9: J.J. Abrams to Return as Director

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
'Star Wars 9' may be the next great film in the franchise as the movie's studio has announced that the film will be directed by J.J. Abrams.

Why Gap Inc (GPS) Stock Is Surging Today

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Gap (GPS) shares soared Tuesday as the company was named a Jefferies Franchise Pick following the company's success with its Old Navy brand.

SoFi CEO Mike Cagney Resigns Amid Sexual Harrassment Claims

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
SoFi, a personal finance company, has announced that co-founder and CEO Mike Cagney is resigning by the end of the year.

Intercept Pharmaceuticals Inc (ICPT) Stock Dives on Drug Warning

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Intercept Pharmaceuticals (ICPT) stock took a hit on Tuesday following the release of a drug warning concerning its Ocaliva.

3 Hot Cybersecurity Stocks in Focus Post Equifax Inc. (EFX) Data Breach

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A cyber attack is good news for cybersecurity companies, because it increases the chances of security-related purchases by the companies and governments.

Amazon HQ2: Which Cities Are the Top Contenders for AMZN’s New Headquarters?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Amazon (AMZN) is looking for a new city to launch its next North America headquarters in and there are a few top contenders.

Buy GE Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons for General Electric

By Lucas Hahn, InvestorPlace Contributor
GE is one of this year's most unloved stocks with good reason, but below the surface it is easy to find confidence in GE Stock.

These ETFs are the Best Way to Play Smaller Stocks

By Kent Thune, InvestorPlace Contributor
Vanguard mid-cap stock ETFs offer investors a low-cost, diversified approach to capturing the "sweet spot" of U.S. market performance.

US News: 10 Best Colleges for 2018

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
'US News' has released its list of the best colleges in the United States for 2018 and we're looking at the top 10 from that list.

Why Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) Stock Has More Room to Run

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
RAD stock is starting to rally. But how far will Rite Aid shares run, and what catalysts will power it higher?

Jewish Holidays 2017: Rosh Hashanah Facts, Dates and Traditions

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Rosh Hashanah is among the biggest Jewish holidays of the year and it'll be celebrated on September 20 this year. Here's what it stands for.
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