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.

General Electric Company (GE) Stock – Another Beat, Another Pullback

GE stock is fizzling - the post-earnings norm for a while now, and an unsatisfying parting gift for outgoing General Electric CEO Jeff Immelt.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Looks Good, Not Great, After Q4 Beat

Microsoft's fiscal fourth-quarter earnings beat should drive short-term optimism ... but long-term concerns about MSFT stock persist.

McDonald’s, Burger King, KFC Ice Found to Contain Fecal Matter in UK

McDonald's, Burger King and KFC stores in the UK reportedly have ice that is contaminated by fecal matter. Here's what you should know.

Blackstone Group LP (BX) Reports Q2 Earnings Miss

Blackstone (BX) released its earnings report for the second quarter of 2017 on Thursday and its earnings fell short of estimates.

Oh Rats! Chipotle Customers Claim Rodents Fell From Ceiling

Chipotle (CMG) is in hot waters again as a Dallas diner was infested with rats that fell from the roof, causing panic among patrons in there.

Sherwin-Williams Co (SHW) Shares Sink on Profit Miss, Weak Outlook

Sherwin-Williams (SHW) stock took a hit today following the release of its earnings report for the second quarter of 2017.

Sarepta Therapeutics Inc (SRPT) Soars on Q2 Revenue, Forecast

Sarepta Therapeutics (SRPT) stock was flying high on Thursday following the release of its earnings report for the second quarter of 2017.

3 Reasons Nvidia Corporation (NVDA) Stock Still Has a Solid Bullish Case

After a big move on the upside, NVDA stock has moved into a range lately. Nvidia is still in a great position to benefit from various secular trends.

Why Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) Stock Is Flying Today

Kinder Morgan (KMI) stock was on the rise today following a positive earnings report for the second quarter of the year.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) iPhone 8 Possibly Delayed, Management Hopes New Emoji Will Keep Buyers Happy

Apple is making waves amid reports of possible iPhone 8 delivery delays. Management hopes to appease AAPL stock investors with new emoji.

Sears Holdings Corp (SHLD) Stock Is the Great Con of 2017

Sears has just announced it will sell its Kenmore appliances on Amazon. SHLD stock popped 20% in response, but who is being made whole?

Is Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (CMG) Stock a Buy Despite Illness News?

There's reason to believe CMG stock could bounce, but there's nothing wrong with taking a pause on Chipotle either.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) and VMware, Inc. (VMW) Are Teaming Up Again

Amazon is negotiating with VMware to jointly develop software for corporate data centers. If successful, both AMZN and VMW stock could jump.

Scripps Networks Interactive, Inc. (SNI) Up on Discovery Merger Buzz

Scripps (SNI) and Discovery (DISCA) are reportedly on talks over a merger, while Viacom (VIA) is also considering merging with Scripps.

McCormick to Buy Maker of French’s Mustard, Frank’s RedHot Hot Sauce

McCormick (MKC) has announced that it will be acquiring the food division of Reckitt Benckiser (RBGLY) for $4.2 billion.

Mad Cow Disease Detected in Alabama: 7 Things to Know

An atypical form of mad cow disease has been detected in Alabama. Here are seven things to know about the illness and the infected cattle.

Morgan Stanley (MS) Stock Pops on Strong Second Quarter Earnings

Morgan Stanley (MS) stock was up on Wednesday following strong results in its earnings report for the second quarter of 2017.

Stay Tuned: NBC News to Launch Snapchat Show

NBC News has launched a new Snapchat show called 'Stay Tuned.' Gadi Schwartz, who's an NBC News correspondent, will host the upcoming show.

Why Are W W Grainger Inc (GWW) Shares Falling Today?

W W Grainger (GWW) stock was hit hard today on news that its CFO is retiring and mixed earnings for the second quarter of 2017.