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.

Gold Climbs as U.S. Dollar Stalls

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold rose on Monday as the U.S. dollar weakened against other currencies.

Winners and Losers If Dell Goes Private

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
CEO Michael Dell and Silver Lake Management have bid to take Dell private, and have the support of a top proxy advisory firm. Let's say it happens -- then what?

3 Bellwether Stocks to Watch

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Alcoa's status as a "bellwether" stock gauging the broader economy has been slipping in recent years. Meanwhile, these three companies might be better gauges.

Boeing 777 Design May Have Saved Lives in Asiana Crash

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Experts credit the Boeing 777's safe design with allowing most passengers on Flight 214 to survive Saturday's crash landing and fire in San Francisco.

Guru in Focus: What Is This Buffett Disciple Buying?

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Mohnish Pabrai has been adding a lot of ZINC to his six-stock portfolio. Should investors follow the lead of this Buffett devotee?

Gold Gains on Rising Turmoil Overseas

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold rose in Wednesday trading as Portugal and Egypt were embroiled in political crises that could have regional repercussions.

Markets Head to a Happy Fourth: Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Despite worries both in Egypt and across Europe, American stock indices finished higher heading into the Fourth of July holiday.

Yahoo Gets Even More Mobile With Qwiki

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Yahoo has snatched up yet another mobile-focused company -- this time, mobile video operator Qwiki.

5 Companies Bringing Jobs Back to the U.S.

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
While outsourcing was all the rage a few decades ago, bringing jobs back home seems to be gaining back popularity among U.S. companies. Just ask these five.

Verizon Calls Up Canada for Growth

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Verizon is looking to buy Canadian telecom start-up Wind Mobile -- a move that could help it grow and shake up the current wireless market north of the border.

Nielsen Moves Up to the Majors: 6 Stocks in 60 Seconds

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
This week: Nielsen Holdings steals Sprint's spot in the S&P 500. Plus, find out who is leading the Best Stocks of 2013 contest at halftime.

Egypt’s Troubles Turn the Street: Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Reports that Egypt might be on the brink of military intervention sparked a midday selloff after a morning buoyed by encouraging auto sales and manufacturing data.

Gold Retreats as U.S. Dollar Climbs

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold fell back in Tuesday trading ahead of the Friday release of the U.S. employment report for June as the U.S. dollar strengthened against other currencies.

Zynga’s Back in the Game

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Zynga's announcement of Mark Pincus' departure and the hiring of Xbox's Don Mattrick is a huge shift in momentum for the struggling game-maker.

If Not Amgen, Who’s Next in Line to Buy Onyx?

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
A few larger players could make attractive suitors for Onyx Pharmaceuticals and its cancer drugs, but the key is whether they'll trump an already frothy bid

Stocks Come Out Swinging: Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Positive news in construction and manufacturing combined with a number of analyst upgrades to help push the broader indices ahead Monday.

Gold Jumps on Rising Physical Demand

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Strong physical gold demand from Asia and rioting in Egypt sent gold up sharply in Monday trading.

The S&P 500’s 10 Best Stocks So Far in 2013

By Jeff Reeves
Stocks have roared to life on renewed optimism this year, including these 10 best-performing stocks from the S&P 500.

Nokia Shares Soar as It Takes Control of NSN

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Finnish handset maker Nokia will purchase the Siemens' 50% stake in their Nokia Siemens Networks joint venture.
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