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.

Avon to Slash 1,500 Jobs, Leave Two Markets

By Nate Wooley, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 12, 2012

Cosmetic retailer Avon announced that it's cutting costs by slashing 1,500 jobs and leaving two Asian markets.

Gold Slips on Boehner Budget Remarks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 11, 2012

Gold slipped in Tuesday trading, ending three days of gains, after U.S. House of Representatives Speaker John Boehner signaled optimism in U.S. budget talks.

Stocks Gain Ahead of the Fed — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Dec 11, 2012

Optimism for an expansion of federal stimulus measures joined a surge in Big Tech to lead the broader markets north on Tuesday.

Morgan Stanley Unchained on Buyback Talk

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Dec 11, 2012

While we'd generally prefer to see money go toward dividends, a potential restart of Morgan Stanley's buyback program speaks bullish volumes.

Early ‘January Effect’ Boosts Tech Stocks

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Dec 11, 2012

Looks like the January Effect has come early this year -- and it's highlighting a recovery in personal computer stocks like DELL and HPQ.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 12/11

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 11, 2012

Get the scoop on today's big moves. See which stock hit a new 52-week high, and one that found a new 52-week low.

These 9 Unloved Materials Stocks Have Stopped Bleeding

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 11, 2012

Signs of a China recovery have lit a fire under natural-resource stocks. Can the rally in beaten-down materials continue, or is another disappointment at hand?

Dow Shrugs Off Italian Shakeup — Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Dec 10, 2012

The Dow got a boost Monday as Hewlett-Packard was jolted by possible Icahn interest and McDonald's posted strong same-store sales growth.

Gold Rises on Federal Reserve Expectations

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 10, 2012

Gold rose modestly in Monday trading as investors anticipated an announcement of more stimulus efforts from this week's Federal Reserve meeting.

Goldman: Buy Large-Cap U.S. Banks for 2013

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Dec 10, 2012

Goldman Sachs has been wrong on some of its annual "best ideas," but there's a lot to like in the investment bank's call for more outperformance in big banks.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 12/10

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 10, 2012

Two Canadian energy companies are having very different years. See which hit a new high, and one that found a new low.

Apple, Google Partner to Buy Kodak Patents

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 10, 2012

Apple and Google will partner to make a $500 million bid for bankrupt Kodak's portfolio of digital imaging patents.

Biotech Movers: A Tough Week All Around

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger Dec 10, 2012

Amarin Corp. slides on dashed buyout hopes, while Sarepta, Galena and others also faced serious setbacks.

Why Netflix Should Raise Its Rates Now

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Dec 10, 2012

Netflix has pleased customers with its Disney deal and a pledge to not raise rates. Really, though, now is the perfect time for the company to up its fee.

Gold Rallies After Drop in Jobs Data

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer Dec 7, 2012

Gold closed back over $1,700 an ounce on Friday as investors set aside good news on U.S. employment and focused on next week's Federal Reserve meeting.

Freeport-McMoRan Deal: Not So Fast!

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 7, 2012

Don't call Freeport-McMoRan's buyout of McMoRan Exploration and Plains Exploration & Production a done deal yet. The lawyers might have something to say.