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.

ARO, PSUN, AEO, ANF: Teen Apparel Stocks Have Tough Day

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Investors soured on Aeropostale, Pacific Sun, American Eagle Outfitters and Abercrombie & Fitch, sending ARO, AEO, PSUN and ANF stock lower on Thursday.

Staples Closing 225 Stores by 2015

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Staples stock sank on Thursday after Staples reported weak quarterly results and said it would close up to 225 North American stores.

Costco Earnings Miss Again; Start Worrying About COST Stock

By Ethan Roberts, InvestorPlace Contributor
Costco earnings are starting to become problematic after yet another disappointment. As a result, COST stock might really begin lagging its peers.

Gold Inches Higher on Weak ADP Jobs Data

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A report from payroll-processor ADP showing lower-than-expected private hiring in February pushed gold up slightly on Wednesday.

Carl Icahn Is a Blowhard, But eBay Stock Holders Are Listening

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
What do shareholders really think about Carl Icahn's agitations for a PayPal spinoff to unlock value in EBAY stock?

United Airlines Cracking Down on Carry-On Luggage

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
United Airlines is stepping up enforcement of its carry-on bag size rules.

ZNGA Stock: Zynga Gets Its Game Back

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Don Mattrick is taking Zynga back to basics in his attempt to turn the company around. As a result, ZNGA stock is flying high in 2014.

Tesla: Should I Buy TSLA Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
After such strong performance, does TSLA stock still have anything left in the tank? Here are three pros and three cons.

FSLR vs. SCTY Stock – Who Is King of the Solar Stocks?

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Both FSLR stock and SCTY stock have been great performers over the last year. But which of these solar stocks is the better investment?

Gold Pulls Back on Easing Ukraine Tensions

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Signs that Russia doesn't plan an immediate full scale invasion of Ukraine sent gold down in Tuesday trading as equities markets climbed.

Gold, Silver Miners Will Shine Again

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Gold, silver and miners have had a nice run, and a number of drivers are setting up to help further bolster their fates ... but for now, keep your distance.

4 Tech Stocks That Look Like Buyout Bait

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Facebook wowed Wall Street with its $19 billion deal for WhatsApp. We look at four tech stocks that might get snapped up next.

Vipshop: VIPS Stock Continues Its Anti-Gravity Ways

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Vipshop posted another strong quarter, sending VIPS stock soaring in today's trading. And the stock is still looking strong at the moment.

3 Defense Stocks Set to Soar Into 2014

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
The Department of Defense is working out its budget for 2014, and despite cuts, these 3 defense stocks should thrive into the future

SODA Stock Loses Its Fizz

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
SodaStream stock has stalled amid concerns that consumers are losing interest in homecrafted sodas. At best, SODA stock is in for a bumpy ride.

Gold Surges as Ukraine Crisis Escalates

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold posted a sharp gain in Monday trading as investors sought a safe haven amid rising international tensions over the Russian occupation of Crimea.

Nu Skin Miss Sends NUS Stock Sliding Over 11%

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer
Nu Skin's first-quarter forecast failed to reach analysts' estimates by a significant amount, causing NUS stock to slide over 11% Monday.

VIDEO: Is It 1999 All Over Again?

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
In the late '90s, valuations went from irrationally exuberant to downright loony. Considering stocks like TSLA and AMZN, are we seeing the same thing again?

UL: Unilever Wants $2B for Ragu Business

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Sources say that Unilever is planning to sell its Ragu pasta sauce brand; UL stock sank in Monday trading.
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