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.

Why Alibaba Group Holding Ltd (BABA), Kraft Heinz Co (KHC) and Whole Foods Market, Inc. (WFM) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2016

Even with another disappointing day for broader benchmarks, BABA, KHC and WFM found a way to deliver some sound gains for investors.

3 Hot Stocks on Wall Street – Trash, Junk and Jalopies

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2016

Forget tech or healthcare: Secular industries are providing some of the hottest stocks in the markets this year!

Facebook Inc: Long Live the King of the Ad Stocks

By Adam Levy, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2016

Facebook is leaving Twitter and everyone else in the dust with its MAU and advertiser growth, which is almost like printing money.

Apple Inc. (AAPL): Tim Cook Won’t Turn Apple Around by Just Being Tim Cook

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2016

AAPL stock has declined in recent days due to poor results and CEO Tim Cook has said very little to ease investors’ minds.

Hottest Transportation Stocks Now – AAWW RMP NRG DISCA

By Portfolio Grader May 5, 2016

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

Hottest Retail Trade Stocks Now – HABT WFM FAST BGFV

By Portfolio Grader May 5, 2016

The following stocks were moving the Retail Trade sector today.

Hottest Manufacturing Stocks Now – TORM APT AVID XLRN

By Portfolio Grader May 5, 2016

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

Hottest Financial Stocks Now – PHH ESNT FIG WD

By Portfolio Grader May 5, 2016

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

Hottest Services Stocks Now – AAC VRNS WTW GHDX

By Portfolio Grader May 5, 2016

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

Whole Foods Market, Inc.: Buy WFM for Tomorrow, Not Yesterday

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor May 5, 2016

Whole Foods is still struggling to turn things around with revenue, comps and net income all on the decline. However, with expansion plans being carried out this year, WFM stock still has a lot of potential.