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.

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR) Stock Can Power Through This Storm

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
FSLR stock has some issues, but the forecast is sunny skies. Another transition will help First Solar over the long-term.

Plug Power Inc (PLUG) Stock Skyrockets on Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Deal

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Plug Power (PLUG) stock was up on Wednesday following news of a deal with Amazon (AMZN) that will bring it $70 million in revenue in 2017.

Should You Buy Fitbit Inc (FIT) Stock? That Depends

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
Shares of Fitbit (FIT) have been crushed, falling 90% since August 2015. But is now the time to buy Fitbit stock?

Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Stock Fends Off the Death Cross

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
Battered E&P firm Chesapeake Energy (CHK) is getting the best of the bears right now, with CHK stock popping another 6%-plus Tuesday.

Why Urban Outfitters, Inc.(URBN) Stock Is Down Today

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Urban Outfitters, Inc. (URBN) shares were lower on Tuesday as the company was downgraded by an analyst. Here's what you should know about it.

3 Energy Stocks That Are Ready for a Turnaround

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Several energy stocks look ready to make a turnaround, but these three larger players really stand out right now.

Why Acuity Brands, Inc. (AYI) Stock Is Plunging Today

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Acuity Brands (AYI) shares fell more than 14% after the company unveiled that its earnings were lower than analysts expected Tuesday morning.

Big Tech Goes to War Over Toshiba Corp (TOSBF) Flash Memory

By Greg Gambone, InvestorPlace Contributor
Toshiba (TOSBF) is selling its NAND flash memory business, and a number of major tech companies are bidding, including AAPL, AMZN and GOOGL.

Staples, Inc. (SPLS) Stock Soars 13% on Sale Chatter

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
Office supply titan Staples (SPLS) reportedly is considering selling out to private equity. SPLS stock is up double digits Tuesday as a result.

GoPro Inc (GPRO) Stock Management’s Cure Is Worse Than the Disease

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
The implosion of GoPro has been stunning, and while GPRO stock is trying to get a turnaround going, its efforts may only make matters worse.

First Solar, Inc. (FSLR), Solar Stocks Pop on Carbon Tax Talk

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
First Solar (FSLR) and other solar stocks gained Tuesday on reports that Washington is mulling a carbon tax, a potential boon for FSLR stock.

Seadrill Ltd (SDRL) Bankruptcy Warning Sends Stock Plummeting

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Seadrill (SDRL) stock took a huge dive on Tuesday following another bankruptcy warning from the offshore drilling company.

Before You Dismiss Snap Inc (SNAP) Stock, Remember Facebook Inc (FB)

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
It seems like easy money to short Snap stock, but history shows investors should tune out the noise. SNAP investors should remember Facebook (FB).

How Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc (WBA) Stock Will Trade After Earnings

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
Walgreens (WBA) earnings will focus on news, like the merger with Rite Aid and the launch of a pharmacy agreement, not numbers. That could be bad news for WBA stock.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Won’t Escape This Storm Anytime Soon

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Alphabet has a long history of dealing with content issues, but the latest controversy with YouTube may become a major problem for GOOGL stock.

Wells Fargo: Should You Buy WFC Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor
WFC stock had a forgettable 2016. But 2017 could be brighter for Wells Fargo, particularly if the rate hiking momentum resumes.

Is Under Armour Inc (UAA) Stock a Dog or a Bargain?

By John Kilhefner, Senior Managing Editor, Lango Franchise
Under Armour (UAA) is again under fire after FBR analyst Susan Anderson downgraded UAA stock on several critical concerns.

Panera Bread Co (PNRA) Stock Soars on M&A Rumors

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Panera (PNRA) shares rose more than 8% Monday on rumors that the company could soon be on sale for around $7 billion, higher than its value.

Will Panera Bread Co (PNRA) Sell Out to Starbucks or McDonald’s?

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor
Reports that Panera (PNRA) has interest from someone -- Starbucks or McDonald's? -- have PNRA stock rocketing 10% higher Monday.
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