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.

5 CEO Jobs Nobody Wants

By Jeff Reeves
With Steve Ballmer stepping down, the next CEO of Microsoft will have plenty of work. But these 5 companies would be much worse to try to run.

Just Another Merger Monday: Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Markets reacted well in early trading to a report showing slower durable goods sales, but gains moved into negative territory by the end of the day.

Gold Settles Lower After Weak Durable Goods Report

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
A weaker-than-anticipated report on U.S. durable goods orders sent gold higher in Monday trading, but the metal fell back, settling down slightly.

Reality Check: 3 Big-Name Ballmer Replacement Candidates

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
With Steve Ballmer on his way out within a year, the hunt for a new Microsoft CEO is on. We handicap a few big names being floated out there.

The Upper Devonian Is a Shale Superstar

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
The Marcellus shale might get all the attention, but the Upper Devonian could be an even bigger draw than its twin.

5 Reasons Qihoo Is the Hottest Internet Stock of 2013

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Qihoo just opened to double-digit gains thanks to a sizzling second-quarter earnings report -- maintaining QIHU's place among 2013's hottest stocks.

Gold Jumps on Lower July New Home Sales

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold posted a solid gain in Friday trading after the Commerce Department posted a bigger-than-expected drop in new homes sales during July.

These 2 Discount Retailers Are Running Away From the Pack

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
While most retailers have been bemoaning weak consumers as of late, discount retailers TJX Companies and Ross Stores are still going strong.

The JCPenney Saga: Should Investors Swallow the Poison Pill?

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
"Poison pill" plans by publicly traded companies like JCPenney aren't bad in and of themselves -- it's why they're used that should color investors' views.

Expedia Stock Soars as Company Teams Up With Travelocity

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
It's been a tough year for Expedia stock, but investors are excited about the company's just-announced long-term marketing partnership with Travelocity.

Mobile: The Nail in Steve Ballmer’s Coffin

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Microsoft CEO Steve Ballmer is exiting the company without ever truly getting a grip on the all-important mega-trend of mobile computing.

Why Google Shouldn’t Do an NFL Touchdown Dance Just Yet

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Everyon'e been talking about Google and the NFL, but other tech companies are also eyeing the prize and traditional networks won't go down without a fight.

Aeropostale to Close More Stores Than Planned

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Aeropostale experienced a 6% loss in revenue during its second quarter. The loss has prompted the clothing chain to close 30 to 40 stores.

Steve Ballmer Stepping Down at Microsoft

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Microsoft stock headed higher early Friday after the company announced that CEO Steve Ballmer will be stepping down "within 12 months."

Nasdaq Powers Past Tech Glitch: Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Nasdaq trading was halted for roughly three hours Thursday thanks to a tech glitch, but it and the other indices finished higher. Retailers didn't have it so good.

Gold Gains Checked by Stronger U.S. Dollar

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Data showing better Chinese manufacturing output sent gold higher on Thursday, but the metal's gain was pressured by a rising U.S. dollar.

GameStop Powers Up After Earnings

By Adam Benjamin, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
GameStop beat earnings expectations for Q2 and showed optimism for next quarter -- the last before the Xbox One and PS4 start shipping.

5 Stocks Crushing the Short Sellers

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
A rising tide lifts all boats -- even the most unseaworthy ones -- and that makes a raging bull market a terrible time to be a short seller.

DirecTV in Trouble With or Without the NFL

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
DirecTV must either renew its contract with the NFL and face a much higher contract price or risk losing even more subscribers.
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