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.

Don’t Be Afraid of Investing in Alphabet

With its strong chances to continue delivering above-average results, GOOG stock is still a name to buy and hold.

Gevo Has Made Lots of Deals and No Money So Far

GEVO stock is a promising bet on achieving zero carbon emissions and transforming renewable energy. The same can't be said on its financials.

Wait to Buy CrowdStrike at Support as a Quality Cybersecurity Play

As cyberattacks become more frequent, cybersecurity play CRWD stock is a strong bet -- and its falling price presents an opportunity.

While Still Making Headlines, There’s No Reason to Buy Dogecoin

More likely to tread water than soar in price from here, skipping out on Dogecoin is your best move.

Buying Loopring on GameStop Rumors Is Speculative at Best

The rumor mill makes Loopring a very attractive speculative investment at present and potentially connects GameStop to the crypto.

ContextLogic: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

ContextLogic beat Q3 earnings expectations yet WISH stock plunged. Here's what's driving the sour market reaction ahead of the holiday shopping season.

Alphabet Is a Long-Term Winner Despite Any Short-Term Drama

GOOGL stock is a long-term winner. However, investors need to mind the short-term price action, especially if it comes from extrinsic factors.

Metaverse Mania Boosts Matterport, But Beware of Overexuberance

While the Omicron variant combined with the metaverse makes MTTR stock intriguing, you should also consider the broader view.

It’s Going to Be a Bumpy Ride For DraftKings Stock

Money-losing stocks like DraftKings haven’t done well in 2021. It’s down more than 50% from its 2021 highs. Does that make DKNG stock a buy?  

This Is Why SoFi Stock Has Fallen So Much Lately

The long-term catalysts are still in play for SoFi stock despite some short-term turbulence in the share price.

Bionano Genomics Proves Not Everything Genetic is Gold

Bionano sells a $150,000 machine called Saphyr that does genetic mapping. It's a solid device, but its future remains in the future, as do BNGO stock fortunes.

Ackman’s New SPARs Security Makes PSTH Risky Above $20

Ackman's new SPARs would be nebulous even if approved. And PSTH stock can't be accurately valued if the new SPARs have no definite price.

Rivian Stock Is Far Too Overvalued to Consider Buying Now

Investors hoping for a quick return on RIVN stock are likely out of luck as the EV maker faces production delays and stiff competition.

Novavax Can Still Find Growth Opportunities Abroad

NVAX stock has been listless in 2021, which is frustrating investors. Yet, Novavax is making headway on the international regulatory front.

The Story Is Far From Over for Bakkt Stock

Far from a fad stock, despite its recent to the moon moves, BKKT stock is an interesting way to play crypto's accelerating entry into the mainstream.

Netflix Still Needs Long-Term Catalysts After Squid Game Boost

NFLX stock is up 26% so far in 2021 with Squid Game success providing a boost, but can it continue long-term growth trajectory?

The Meme Has Ended; Old Doge Can’t Learn New Tricks

Dogecoin was fun for awhile. However, it has extremely limited utility. Meanwhile, meme traders have turned their attention to newer coins and NFTs.

Wait for the Dip in Cloudflare Stock as It Currently Trades at Astronomical Levels

Cloudflare continues to expand its top and bottom-line but the astronomical valuation of NET stock makes it an ideal 'buy the dip' option

MicroVision Is Only a Speculative Play After Another Torrid Quarter

Microvisions LiDAR ambitions may take years to come to fruition given its recent performance, making MVIS stock only a speculative play.