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.

PCLN – Priceline Picks Up Mobile Ad Magic on the Cheap

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Priceline continues its string of acquisitions with a buyout of location-based mobile ad operator, Qlika. And it looks like PCLN has found another winner.

Gold Closes At Highest Level Since September

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold climbed sharply, closing at its highest price since September as tensions over the Russian occupation of Crimea intensified.

GOOG Stock: Google Goes Retail With NYC Google Store

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Google plans to setup a retail outlook in NYC's SoHo district. The Google Store hopes to buck the trend of ailing retailers and boost GOOG stock.

3 Signs Facebook’s Mark Zuckerberg is Crazy

By Traders Reserve
In betting $19 billion on the WhatsApp purchase, Facebook's Mark Zuckerberg is out on a limb for future success. I don't think he'll find it, and here's why

Purdue’s Pill Success Is Bad News for Zogenix Zohydro, ZGNX Stock

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Purdue Pharma's plans to pursue FDA approval of its back-pain medication could mean the end of a Zogenix drug, sending ZGNX stock plunging.

New Facebook Timeline Gives Pages a Facelift

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook has made another change to its user interface, adding a new Facebook timeline for pages in an attempt to increase engagement with brands.

2 Winners in the ‘New Look’ Energy Sector: TSLA and REGI

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
Companies like Tesla and Renewable Energy Group are leading the way forward towards energy independence, and I like TSLA and REGI stock in this 'new' sector

Gold Rises on China, Ukraine Worries

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold gained for a second straight session on concerns over China's economy and the on-going crisis in Ukraine.

Einhorn’s EMC Stock Buy No Big Deal For EMC Investors

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
David Einhorn purchased around 2 million shares of EMC stock, a small sum for Einhorn. EMC stock investors should cheer the move.

QCOM Stock Hits New Highs—But Is It a Buy?

By Richard Band
Qualcomm is known for farsighted, investor-friendly management, extensive R&D and rock-solid finances. But is QCOM stock a buy at current levels?

EBAY Rejects Board Nominees Put Up by Carl Icahn

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Two Carl Icahn-backed nominees to eBay's board have been rejected by the online auction giant, which is advancing its own slate of candidates.

Should I Buy HRB Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
H&R Block posted disappointing earnings last time around, but that doesn't mean HRB stock is doomed. Here's a look at the stock's pros and cons.

Gold Inches Up on Rising Ukraine Confrontation

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold moved slightly higher in Monday trading as worsening tensions over Ukraine boosted the metal's safe haven appeal.

Drones – How to Cash In on Drone Stocks

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Drones might be one of the coolest, highest-potential tech markets around for investors. Here's how to cash in on drone stocks.

RVLT: Revolution Lighting Stock Surges on Value Lighting Deal

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Revolution Lightning announced an acquisition and an upbeat revenue forecast, sending RVLT stock up sharply on Monday.

Gold Drops On Stronger February Jobs Report

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold fell sharply in Friday trading after the Labor Department's February jobs report showed stronger-than-forecast U.S. hiring.

Gold Climbs Ahead of February Jobs Report

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold posted a strong gain in Thursday trading as investors looked forward to Friday's release of the Labor Department's February jobs report.

Uh-Oh for SeaWorld, Calif. May Ban Orcas in Captivity

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Proposed legislation in California that would ban keeping killer whales in captivity may spell trouble for SeaWorld Entertainment.

10 Stocks That Have Gone Nowhere Since the 2009 Lows

By Jeff Reeves
A raging bull market doesn't mean every stock is charging. A host of plays have actually lagged considerably since the bull market started in 2009.
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