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.

Chesapeake Energy Corporation (CHK) Stock Is a Buy — Here’s When to Pull the Trigger

Chesapeake stock has been marred by issues in the past, but under a new structure, it appears investors should consider buying CHK.

4 Stocks That Made Their Politics Public

When it comes to politics, YELP, SBUX, BBBY and NKE have all taken a stand whether they’ve wanted to or not.

Salesforce.com, Inc. (CRM) Stock Is Hot, But Stay Away … For Now

Saleforce.com (CRM) just earned a nod from Merrill Lynch analysts. But competition is ramping up and CRM stock isn't exactly a good value.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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