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.

HPQ Calls Shenanigans! — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Hewlett-Packard was blasted after announcing a massive writeoff on its acquisition of Autonomy amid a mixed day for the broader indices.

Yahoo Comes Back to Life

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
So far, Wall Street likes new CEO Marissa Mayer’s moves. But the battle for success will be a long one, so investors need to remain cautious.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/20

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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.

What’s Starbucks REALLY Getting for $620M?

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
In Teavana, Starbucks gets a growing company with a respected brand that caters to the taste of several international markets. But the heck will SBUX do with it?

Intel: Down Now, but Will Come Back Strong

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Its problems are well known, and CEO Otellini's surprise resignation isn't helping. Look beyond its current woes, however, and you'll see plenty to bet on.

Why the Market Took a Bite Out of Apple

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Apple hasn't really changed much -- what really hurt was the glut of institutions that were sitting on multi-year gains and wanted to save a boatload in taxes.

European Financials: Look, Don’t Touch

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite the sector's strong run lately, the eurozone is still a mess. No need to rush in yet -- wait for the next shoe to drop before buying.

Put on Your Rally Caps! — Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Shares of Apple surged up over 6% on the day, and combined with optimism over the fiscal cliff discussions and housing news, markets rose broadly on the day

Gold Rises on Global Economic Optimism

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold recovered on Monday as investors gained confidence that the U.S. would avoid the so-called fiscal cliff and that Greek debt talks would succeed.

The Lowdown on LOW Pricing

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Lowe's soars with 'everyday low pricing' while JCPenney falters -- but then, the home-improvement retailer has a strong tailwind that the apparel play doesn't.

Intel Needs a Mobile Guru

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
CEO Paul Otellini's surprise resignation announcement creates a chance for the chipmaker to fill a hole: Finding a leader who's not tied to the PC era.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/19

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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.

Biotech Movers: Regeneron Pops, 3 Flop

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
While Regeneron soared on behind its macular degeneration treatment, Dynavax, Navidea and AspenBio suffered serious setbacks.

5 Food Trends to Taste in 2013

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
What's in one year can be out the next ... even when it comes to food. These five food trends could mean a promising future for a few companies in 2013.

Gold Cools on Bernanke Housing Remarks

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold closed out the week down about 1% after remarks from the Federal Reserve dampened enthusiasm about a U.S. housing market recovery.

United Continental Struggles to Ride Out Post-Merger Turbulence

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Heading into the biggest travel week of the year, a new round of glitches and PR headaches at United Continental could make passengers look elsewhere.

Even Mighty Goldman Is Pinching Pennies

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Naming the fewest new partners in a decade is just one sign of The Street's new reality. Incredibly, Goldman Sachs is now aiming to be a low-cost provider.

Nissan Leaf Sales Disappoint

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Nissan executives have admitted that its electric Leaf car will not meet sales projections for this year.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/16

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
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.
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