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.

3 NFL-Ready Stocks to Kick Off the Season

These three big companies are ready to reap the rewards from America's continued love affair with the NFL.

Merger Mania Takes Over: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Merger and buyout news for Verizon, Vodafone, Microsoft and Nokia led the headline news as investors bid up markets broadly to start the fall.

Gold Gains on Looming Syria Action

Gold posted its first gain in four session as expectations for a U.S. military strike on Syria strengthened, boosting the metal's safe haven appeal.

Vodafone the Victor in Verizon Wireless Buyout

Verizon just spent $130B on a capital-intensive business in a saturated market, while Vodafone just walked away with some serious financial firepower.

Ireland’s Demographics Point to Bright Future

The Irish are emigrating in droves, but the country's birthrate could be the key to making Ireland a hotbed for innovation.

Lululemon Earnings: 3 Things to Watch

All eyes will be on Lululemon on Sept. 12 as the company releases its second-quarter numbers, which will include the damage from its sheer-pants recall.

Gold Posts Strong 6% Gain for August

Gold futures fell in Friday trading on waning safe-haven appeal, but still posted a healthy 6.3% gain for August.

Splunk: Making Big Money With Big Data

Splunk continues to beat analyst estimates, which has pushed the company to an all-time high. But can it keep up this kind of performance?

Earnings Set Salesforce Stock Aloft

Cloud computing stock Salesforce.com (CRM) is surging Friday after second-quarter results that confirm the company's dominance.

Krispy Kreme’s Frosting Melts Off

Krispy Kreme was one of the hottest stocks of the year, but was set to open Friday down big after posting weaker-than-expected earnings for the second quarter.

Nintendo Still Won’t Make a Cash Grab for Mobile Games

Despite suggestions that it could make $400 million annually by putting Mario on iOS and Android, Nintendo refuses to put its IP on other mobile devices.

Marijuana Stocks Roll in Some Good News

The federal government released a memo today saying it will not challenge state marijuana laws, which could be good for marijuana stocks.

GDP, VOD News Lifts Markets: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

Markets moved ahead on solid economic news, setting aside Middle East concerns for at least one session as all 3 indices rose on the day.

Gold Dips Again on Stronger U.S. Dollar

Gold fell slightly in Thursday trading as the U.S. dollar gained against other currencies and the prospect of U.S. action against Syria faded.

Could Guess Stock Be Set to Soar Again?

Guess stock is up big-time after blowing analyst earnings estimates out of the water. But don't start celebrating just yet.

10 Top Hedge Fund Holdings to Buy Now

The so-called "smart money" doesn't always get 'em right, but when a bunch of hedge funds have piled in, individual investors should take notice.

Oil, Stocks Climb Higher: Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Markets rallied to avoid a third straight day of losses as energy stocks rose on continued Middle East concerns and rising oil prices.

Gold Stalls Despite Syrian Uncertainty

Gold slipped slightly in Wednesday trading as speculation grew about the size and scope of a possible U.S. military attack on Syria.

Surprising Retailer Beating Amazon Prices

An analysts finds that a basket of products sold by Bed Bath & Beyond is 6.5% cheaper than a similar basket sold by Internet retailer Amazon.