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.

Hottest Energy Stocks Now – MHR BRS TOT DRQ

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Energy stocks finished down broadly on Wall Street today, with the sector seeing an overall decline of 0.8%.

Why JCPenney, Denny’s and HealthSouth Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 24, 2014

Black Friday excitement and lower gasoline prices fueled another good day on Wall Street, as JCPenney, Denny's and HealthSouth were 3 of today's best stocks.

Why Trina Solar, Potash, and Chicago Bridge & Iron Company Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Nov 24, 2014

Chicago Bridge & Iron Company N.V., Trina Solar Limited, and Potash Corp. of Saskatchewan took on more than their fair share of water on Monday.

Apple (AAPL) Stock Hits Record High on Gaudy iPhone 6 Sales Estimates

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Nov 24, 2014

With AAPL at record highs, analysts still believe the stock has more room to run. But can investors really rely on the iPhone 6 as a growth driver?

Biggest Movers in Healthcare Stocks Now – ARIA PTCT PTCT CLDX

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Healthcare stocks advanced 0.4% on Wall Street on Monday morning.

Nike: Can A Women’s-Only Store Boost NKE Stock?

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Nov 24, 2014

The move is symbolic of a more concerted effort by NKE to focus on a new avenue for growth: women. Unfortunately, Nike is late to the party.

Hottest Technology Stocks Now – IMPV AVG MSTR VNET

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Technology stocks remained flat on Monday morning on Wall Street.

Hottest Financial Stocks Now – PTP NOAH LFC SAN

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Financial stocks rose 0.7% on Wall Street on Monday morning.

Biggest Movers in Basic Materials Stocks Now – BERY PKX NGD MLI

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Basic materials stocks declined broadly on Wall Street on Monday morning, with the sector seeing an overall decline of 0.2%.

Hottest Services Stocks Now – BT LL JCP SGMS

By Portfolio Grader Nov 24, 2014

Services stocks advanced 0.5% on Wall Street on Monday morning.

Will the Honeymoon End for Alibaba Stock? (BABA)

By Greg Sushinsky, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 24, 2014

Charismatic Alibaba leader Jack Ma has said people want "New things, cheap things, better things," and its his mission to deliver that to them, which has been the key to his company's success.