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.

Dean Foods Announces 1-for-2 Reverse Stock Split

Dean Foods has announced a 1-for-2 reverse stock split for its common stock. The split will go into effect after the market closes on Monday

Will MannKind’s Luck Change the Second Time Around?

MannKind's diabetes drug, Afrezza, is back in Phase 3 trials and is showing similar promise. But can it clear the hump to approval ... unlike last time?

Bad Day for Macy’s, SeaWorld: Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

Markets fell broadly Wednesday amid several earnings disappointments, including a miss from Macy's and a big loss at SeaWorld.

Gold Rebounds on Flat Wholesale Prices

Gold jumped in Wednesday trading, erasing the previous session's decline on a government report showing flat wholesale prices in July.

Study Shows People Hate ‘Selfies’ — But Facebook Sure Should Love them

'Selfie'-takers annoy all on Facebook -- except advertisers, since these users unwittingly provide useful data.

The Real Problem With Lululemon

Lululemon has a growth problem, but that's only half the uphill battle. It also has to figure out how to expand without diluting its strong brand.

Can Zynga Find Success Through C-Suite Cuts?

Zynga's new chief is making some big moves, but will that be enough to return the struggling company to its former gaming glory?

5 Takeaways From DoJ’s Bid to Block US Air-American Merger

Can US Airways and American Airlines get off the mat after the Justice Department's eleventh-hour haymaker?

Steinway: Today, the Music Itself Sold Out

Steinway -- the company known for its handmade piano -- was sold to hedge fund manager John Paulson today.

Macy’s Earnings a Red Flag for Retail Stocks

Macy's earnings were weaker than expected -- a red flag for the sector near term, but also a potential buying opportunity for those looking long-term.

Why I Just Bought Into American Airlines

The Justice Department is trying to block an AAMRQ-LCC merger. It might succeed, too, but the possible reward if it doesn't is tempting enough.

Gold Pulls Back as Fed Tapering Expectations Rise

A strong retail sales report combined with a higher U.S. dollar to drive gold down in Tuesday trading.

Stocks Get Another Fed Jolt: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Wall Street got a little oomph from Atlanta Federal Reserve chief comments indicating that September tapering wasn't a foregone conclusion.

Blackstone’s GE Portfolio Purchase Benefits Both Sides

Blackstone Group is buying a $2.7 billion portfolio of apartment complexes from General Electric -- a deal that satisfies the strategies of both companies.

BlackBerry Makes Even Investing’s Greats Look Foolish

BlackBerry stock has gotten the best of a lot of investors, including Prem Watsa, "the Warren Buffett of Canada." What can we learn from his folly?

It’s All About ‘Fruit’: Monday’s IP Market Recap

Corporate news in Dole, BlackBerry and Apple made the biggest headlines in an otherwise mixed day.

Gold Rallies on Higher Chinese Demand

Reports of higher demand for physical gold and new economic stimulus measures in China sent gold up sharply in Monday trading.

Stay Away From (Most) Big Retailers

Despite the apparent recovery, consumers are still being cautious about their spending, which is bad news for most big retail stores. Key word: "most."

How Time Warner Customers Are Getting Around CBS Blackout

The blackout of CBS content to Time Warner Cable subscribers continues, but some Time Warner customers have found other ways to watch CBS content.