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.

The 10 Best S&P 500 Stocks of 2016

By Jeff Reeves Dec 15, 2016

The best S&P 500 stocks of 2016 didn't just glide their way to the finish line -- they battled, from January's market lurch to the Brexit and more.

Target Corporation (TGT) Stock Can’t Escape Its Ghost of Christmas Past

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 15, 2016

Target (TGT) may be on fire compared to many other retail stocks, but past mistakes risk extinguishing the momentum for Target stock.

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock Isn’t Done Running Yet

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 15, 2016

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) is up almost 300% on the year, as AMD stock rides high in with its new "Ryzen" chip.

Should You Buy International Business Machines Corp. (IBM) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 15, 2016

At 52-week highs, IBM stock may be getting ahead of itself. Here I analyze the pros and cons heading of owning International Business Machines in 2017.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – EXAS EVHC NUAN NQ

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Services sector today.

Biggest Movers in Manufacturing Stocks Now – BOSC TCON VTVT GRFS

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The following stocks were moving the Manufacturing sector today.

Biggest Movers in Wholesale Trade Stocks Now – MFCB LAWS HBP SCHN

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The following stocks were moving the Wholesale Trade sector today.

Biggest Movers in Retail Trade Stocks Now – PIR LITB DSW RH

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The following stocks were the biggest movers and shakers in the Retail Trade sector today.

Trump Is Doing Exxon Mobil Corporation (XOM) Stock a YUGE Favor

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 15, 2016

Love or hate the appointment, Exxon Mobil shareholders should be jumping for joy. Under Tillerson’s leadership, XOM stock has gone to the dogs.

Biggest Movers in Transportation Stocks Now – GLBS EGLE DRYS UAL

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The Transportation sector saw plenty of trading activity today, including the following leaders and losers.

Biggest Movers in Financial Stocks Now – OKSB RBS VBTX VIRT

By Portfolio Grader Dec 15, 2016

The Financial sector saw plenty of trading activity today, including the following leaders and losers.