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.

Don’t Follow Warren Buffett Into Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock … Yet

Apple (AAPL) is attractive for its relative valuation, cash and brand, but you're cheating yourself if you buy AAPL stock before a pullback.

Moneygram International Inc (MGI) Shoots Higher on Bidding War

Moneygram (MGI) stock was up today now that Euronet Worldwide has started a bidding war for the company with Ant Financial.

Ruby Tuesday, Inc. (RT) Stock Soars on Potential Sale

Ruby Tuesday (RT) stock was soaring on Tuesday following news that the company is considering a sale as it explores strategic alternatives.

Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Stock Carries Some Risks

There are risks to GOOGL stock, but they seem vague and not clear and present dangers for Alphabet investors in the here and now.

What Nvidia Needs to Avoid a Breakdown (NVDA)

Nvidia (NVDA) has almost quadrupled over the past 12 months. Now it's time for NVDA stock to put up or shut up.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Tanks on Ackman Exit Reports (VRX)

Bill Ackman's two-year relationship with Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) reportedly is at an end, with the activist exiting VRX stock Monday.

Charles Payne on Snap Inc: Be Prepared to Lose

I'm not saying Snap Inc is like the unicorns of the early aughts, but don't buy SNAP stock expecting profits. You'll lose before you gain.

Herbalife Ltd. (HLF), Navistar International Corp (NAV) Pop on Increased Carl Icahn Stakes

Herbalife (HLF) stock and Navistar (NAV) stock were up today on news of Carl Icahn increasing his stakes in the companies.

Is Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA) Stock Really Comparable to Amazon?

Investors often compare BABA stock to AMZN, but although Alibaba and Amazon are similar, there are some very big differences.

General Electric Company (GE) Stock Needs Immelt to Step Down

General Electric (GE) CEO Jeffrey Immelt has been a fine steward, but the best thing for GE stock now would be a management shakeup.

Intel Corporation (INTC) Buys Mobileye NV (MBLY) to Win the Auto Market

Intel's (INTC) purchase of Mobileye (MBLY) is yet another sign that the auto market is as uncertain as it has been in the past century.

Toronto-Dominion Bank (TD) Hit by Claims it Pressured Employees to Lie

TD Bank shares took their biggest hit in years Friday as it was revealed that the company has high revenue goals practices that may be unethical.

BP plc (ADR) (BP) Stock Pops on Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Takeover Rumors

BP stock was up on Friday on rumors that American company Exxon Mobil (XOM) is planning to take over the British company.

3 Earnings Reports Every Investor Should Watch Next Week

As the slate of earnings reports runs dry, there are still a few companies slated to release their numbers in the next week.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Is More Expensive Than Alphabet Inc (GOOGL)

Microsoft (MSFT) has become the leader in enterprise cloud applications, the next big thing. Alphabet (GOOGL) has some catching up to do.

Ulta Beauty Inc (ULTA) Rebounds After Great Q4 Earnings

Ulta Beauty (ULTA) reported a solid Q4 on Thursday in which comps exploded by 17%. The bears bit ULTA stock first, but the bulls are winning.

Rite Aid Corporation (RAD) vs Walgreens Boot Alliance Inc (WBA)

RAD stock is tempting because of the possible Walgreens (WBA) merger. But betting on Rite Aid stock is still a huge risk.

3 Short Squeeze Stocks That Are Ready to Fly MUCH Higher

VeriFone Systems (PAY), Carnival Corp (CCL) and Valley National (VLY) are set for a short squeeze, as short interest in these stocks could send them soaring soon.

Tailored Brands Inc (TLRD) Tumbles Hard on Lousy Q4

Tailored Brands (TLRD) shares fell more than 30% as the company posted fiscal fourth-quarter results that missed the mark by quite a margin.