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.

Whistleblower: Dreamliner Batteries Could Explode

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 25, 2013

A former employee of the company that makes the charging systems for batteries used in Boeing's troubled 787 Dreamliner says the batteries are dangerous.

I’m Not Giving Up on McDonald’s

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 25, 2013

Though its results have hardly dazzled lately, the stock is certainly worth hanging onto given MCD's long record of success -- and its healthy dividend.

Cisco to Sell Linksys Unit to Rival Belkin

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 25, 2013

Networking giant Cisco Systems will sell its Linksys home networking business to privately-held Belkin for an undisclosed amount.

Nokia: Now That Blood Has Been Spilt …

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jan 25, 2013

Nokia has suspended its dividend, sending many investors fleeing. Those that are left have to rethink their strategy.

Lockheed Martin’s Albatross: The F-35 Fighter

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Jan 25, 2013

Troubles keep mounting for the costly plane, which could also become a target for budget cutters, but LMT remains sanguine -- particularly for the long haul.

S&P 500? More Like 1,500! — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jan 24, 2013

The S&P 500 grazed the 1,500 mark Thursday for the first time since 2007, but Apple shareholders weren't among those celebrating.

Gold Sinks on HSBC Move

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 24, 2013

Gold tumbled in Thursday trading after HSBC announced that it had cut its gold exposure in half.

Should You Own Gun Stocks?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 24, 2013

Let’s look at the short-, medium- and long-term strategies for the stocks in play -- Sturm Ruger and Smith & Wesson in firearms.

Netflix Gets Mobile Fever

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 24, 2013

It's paying off smartly in the company's results, and that should continue as long as Netflix leads the TV-anywhere-anytime revolution.

Wait for a Pullback Before Buying ISRG

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 24, 2013

Despite everything there is to like about Intuitive Surgical, it'd be foolish to buy right after its hot run -- history says you'll get it for cheaper soon.

Toyota, BMW Team Up on Green Battery

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 24, 2013

Toyota and BMW are pooling research efforts to develop a lithium-air battery to power green vehicles.

The Post-PC Future for Chipmakers

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 24, 2013

Times are truly tough, but growth awaits in emerging technologies, such as embedded processors and LED lighting. Investors take note.

Netflix Goes Bonkers After Stunning Q4

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 23, 2013

Netflix is making Carl Icahn and many other investors smile wide thanks to an after-market surge following Wednesday's blowout earnings report.

Apple Just Can’t Please — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jan 23, 2013

Apple stock was being hit hard in postmarket trading Wednesday despite a record earnings report. However, Netflix was setting off fireworks.

Gold Slips As European Morale Improves

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 23, 2013

News of rising consumer sentiment in Europe sent gold lower in Wednesday trading even as silver continued to gain.

Coach: A First-Class Ticket to Nowhere

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jan 23, 2013

Coach balked on competitive pricing to protect its brand this holiday season, and it was punished Wednesday after that decision was reflected in weak Q2 earnings.