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.

Netflix, Inc. Stock Gets a Pat on the Back From Piper Jaffray (NFLX)

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 10, 2017

Netflix (NFLX) is reversing higher Monday after Piper Jaffray reiterated an "Outperform" on NFLX stock amid a positive teen media study.

Why GoPro Inc (GPRO) Stock Can Still Fight Harder Than You Think

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 10, 2017

If the GoPro (GPRO) turnaround is successful, the stock will rise. But most analysts are skeptical it can compete with China.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF) Stock Pops on Zalora Partnership

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 10, 2017

Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) stock was up on Monday following news of a wholesale deal with online Asian fashion merchant Zalora.

JPMorgan Chase & Co. (JPM) Q1 Earnings Preview

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 10, 2017

JPMorgan Chase (JPM) looks good to the pros ahead of its first-quarter report Thursday. But will JPM stock respond with a little pep?

Straight Path Communications Inc (STRP) Pops 150% on AT&T Inc. (T) Buy

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 10, 2017

AT&T (T) is buying spectrum and IP holder Straight Path Communications (STRP), sending STRP stock up by more than double on Monday.

4 Big Bank Stocks: What to Watch in Q1 Earnings

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 7, 2017

Big bank stocks are set to release their Q1 earnings results starting next week, which will be one of their toughest challenges yet.

AK Steel Holding Corporation (AKS) Stock Booms on Buyout Rumors

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 7, 2017

AK Steel (AKS) shot up by 8% on Friday amid unsubstantiated rumors that Mitsui was mulling a buyout. Shorts in AKS stock are scattering.

3 Financial Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers Apr 7, 2017

Some big financial stocks will announce earnings next week ... Will some solid numbers re-solidify the bullish thesis for JPM, WFC and C?

Who Loses If Apple Inc. Goes In-House With Chips? (AAPL)

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers Apr 7, 2017

Apple's (AAPL) choice to dump Imagination Technologies' graphic chips opens up a question for other big semiconductor stocks: Who's next?

Should You Buy United Continental Holdings Inc (UAL) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 7, 2017

Is Warren Buffett's seal of approval enough to make UAL stock a buy? Or will United Airlines and other airline stocks end up grounded again?

Twitter Inc (TWTR) Stock Threatens Major Breakdown

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Apr 6, 2017

After a brief turnaround, Twitter (TWTR) is sliding back into its downtrend, with TWTR stock testing its March intraday low.

Snap Inc (SNAP) Stock’s Goal-Based Bidding Is Nice, But Won’t Help

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Apr 6, 2017

SNAP stock is still not worth owning, but this little detail should prompt rivals like Google and Facebook to step up their game.

Sunoco LP (SUN) Stock Soars on 7-Eleven Deal

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Apr 6, 2017

Sunoco (SUN) stock was up on Thursday following news of a $3.3 billion deal to sell most of its retail locations to 7-Eleven.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Stock About to Bite the Bullet With a Crazy Move

By Brian Wu, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 6, 2017

Cisco is allowing businesses to buy its software without buying its hardware, helping CSCO stock move with the times and stay relevant.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) March Sales Hush the Critics

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 6, 2017

Costco (COST) popped on Thursday thanks to a big number in March sales. COST stock is starting to show the benefits of strong management.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Stock Could Be Gutted

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 6, 2017

Microsoft (MSFT) analysts are not factoring in the risk of higher taxes in their coverage of MSFT stock and its growing businesses. Here's what you should know.