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 HPQ Stock and Meg Whitman Can’t Be Stopped

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
HPQ stock is climbing again today after Meg Whitman & Co. announced strong Q4 Hewlett-Packard earnings. In fact, HPQ has almost doubled so far in 2013.

Later, Carl! Take-Two (TTWO) Buying Back Icahn Stake

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Grand Theft Auto developer Take-Two Interactive will pay Carl Icahn $200 million to buy back his stake in the firm.

Men’s Wearhouse, Jos. A. Bank May Not Be a Good Fit

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Men's Wearhouse has turned the tables on Jos. A Bank, offering the company a buyout deal. But investors should stay away from both stocks.

Gold Edges Higher on Weaker U.S. Dollar

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A report showing falling consumer confidence in November helped to send the U.S. dollar lower and gold fractionally higher in Tuesday trading.

Pour BUD and Other Beer Stocks Right Down the Drain

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
BUD has been stalling ever since InBev bought Anheuser-Busch, but it's not the only ugly beer stock out there. Right now, all beer stocks look like sells.

Tuesday’s Biggest Stock Losers: GMCR, NUAN, and More

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
In early Tuesday trading, GMCR and NUAN were just a few of the biggest stock losers for the morning. Find out what other stocks got battered.

5 Retail Stocks Getting Left on the Shelf

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
This winter season is shaping up to be a rough one for retailers. These 5 retailers had better bundle up for a cold winter.

Gold Slips Following Iran Nuclear Deal

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A deal between Iran and western powers over its nuclear ambitions sent gold slightly lower in Monday trading.

New CEO Won’t Save WMT Stock

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Walmart is ditching its CEO, Mike Duke, after five years at the helm. But his successor isn't likely to save WMT stock.

Adding Insult to Injury – JCP Stock Bounced From the S&P 500

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
As if things weren't bad enough for JCPenney, news broke this weekend that Standard & Poor's is booting JCP stock from the S&P 500 Index.

Hewlett-Packard Earnings – Can the HPQ Stock Comeback Story Continue?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
HPQ stock is up 80% year-to-date, as investors appear to be buying what CEO Meg Whitman is selling. But will Hewlett-Packard earnings cool off the run?

CAMT – Why Camtek Opened to 80% Gains

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer
Camtek has joined the sizzling category of 3D printing stocks thanks to its latest product. And shares of CAMT have gained over 60% today as a result.

Monday’s Biggest Stock Losers: FB, ADT, and More

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
In early Monday trading, FB and ADT were just a few of the biggest stock losers for the morning. Find out what other stocks got battered.

Gold Posts Weekly Drop of More Than 3%

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Despite a slight gain on Friday, gold ended the week down 3.4% -- its biggest weekly decline since September.

Why QIHU Stock, One of the Hottest Chinese Internet Plays, Could Crumble

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
It's more important than ever for Qihoo earnings to come in strong this quarter. If they don't, expect QIHU stock investors to take their profits and run.

SPLK – Big Data, Big Sales and a Big Move for Splunk Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Splunk is showing lots of spunk today, with shares of SPLK stock up a sizzling 23% to a new all-time high over $74.

ANGI Keeps Falling, Shows No Signs of Recovery

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Angie's List is down significantly from it's mid-year highs, and shows no signs of recovery in the near future.

Friday’s Biggest Stock Losers: VMEM, TFM, and More

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
In early Friday trading, VMEM and TFM were just a few of the biggest stock losers for the morning. Find out what other stocks got battered.

Pandora Earnings – Good Isn’t Good Enough for P Stock

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Shares of P stock are expensive after climbing more than 310% in the last year. No wonder in-line Pandora earnings weren't enough to keep investors happy.
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