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.

Why Yum China Holdings Inc (YUMC) Stock Continues to Show Promise

By Luce Emerson, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 5, 2017

Yum China (YUMC) will lead the Western QSR Industry if it can continue to execute on its digital and delivery business strategy.

Apple CEO Tim Cook Blows Away Other CEOs with 2016 Salary

By Jul 5, 2017

Apple Inc.’s (AAPL) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tim Cook has been declared the highest-paid CEO in the U.S., per a Bloomberg’s report of take-home...

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Price Can Reach to $1,200 Because It’s Not Done Deal Making

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 5, 2017

Amazon.com (AMZN) isn't done deal making, so AMZN stock has tons of tailwinds to continue its march higher, reaching $1,200 in the next 18 months.

Is Verizon (VZ) Eyeing a Disney (DIS) Takeover?

By Jul 5, 2017

According to recent reports by The New York Post, Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) is planning to acquire The Walt Disney Co. (DIS).

BP plc (ADR) (BP) Stock Bets Big on Deepwater, Again

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 5, 2017

BP is heading back to the Gulf with new deepwater plans, but that might not be such a good thing for owners of BP stock.

10 Biotech Stocks With Game-Changing Dates in Q3

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 3, 2017

If you're looking to speculate in the inherent volatility of biotech stocks, here are ten impending events that could cause those fireworks.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) May Be a Good Buy But The Other FANGs Are Better

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 3, 2017

GOOGL stock isn’t a bad bet, but Alphabet Inc's (GOOGL) FANG peers have much more growth potential and therefore make for better tech picks.

How Will Facebook Inc (FB) Stock Face “Peak Original Content”?

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 3, 2017

We're on the verge of reaching a peak in original content, which may have affect on the long-term picture for Facebook (FB) stock.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Must Contend With “Peak Smartphone”

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 1, 2017

AAPL stock is merely staying level right now, but Apple's real concern when it comes to plateaus is the American smartphone market.

3 Steel Stocks Boosted by Trump

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Jun 30, 2017

Reports that President Trump is looking at imposing tariffs on imported steel are sending steel stocks higher in a big way.

7 All-American Stocks to Buy This 4th of July

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 30, 2017

While investors enjoy their Fourth of July festivities, it may be worth their while to look at these 7 All-American stocks to buy.

The Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock Rally Is Just Getting Started

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 30, 2017

Twitter stock has been hot, but if investors can get in on a pullback they should strongly consider buying TWTR stock.

Why Cara Therapeutics Inc (CARA) Stock Is Plunging Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 30, 2017

Cara Therapeutics (CARA) stock was hit hard on Friday following poor results in its Phase 2b trial of osteoarthritis oral drug CR845.

Pass On Under Armour Inc (UAA) Stock and Go With Nike Instead

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 30, 2017

Under Armour (UAA) will eventually turn its woes around, but that doesn't make UAA stock a buy just yet. It's best to wait for a while.

Nike Inc (NKE) Stock Surges on Q4 Earnings, But Don’t Lower Your Guard

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 30, 2017

Fourth-quarter earnings boosted NKE stock Friday morning, and Nike's pairing with Amazon could bear fruit. But longer-term concerns remain.

Has Micron Technology, Inc. (MU) Stock Peaked?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 30, 2017

Micron is riding the top end of an upgrade cycle, and earnings that beat estimates justified bulls' confidence in MU stock. But boom periods always pass.