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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.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/9

Get the scoop on today's big moves. Learn about one stock hitting a new 52-week high, and one finding a new 52-week low on Friday, Nov. 9.

Kraft or Mondelez: Whose Future Is Tastier?

Now that both companies have released their first earnings reports as separate outfits, it's time to see what the results reveal about their stocks.

Monsanto Should Keep Plowing Along

The failure of a genetically modified-labeling proposition in California bodes well for the future of Monsanto; just wait for a dip in share to buy.

Be Careful When Comparing Amazon to Netflix

While pundits are caught up in comparing Amazon's Prime streaming service to Netflix's, the argument for both stocks doesn't lie in which service is better.

More Haircuts for Wall Street — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

A mixed bag of earnings reports, more worries about the looming fiscal cliff and another poor day for Apple weighed on the broader indices Thursday.

Gold Moves Higher on Stimulus Confidence

Gold and silver rose in Thursday trading as investors decided that President Obama's re-election assured continued federal boost the economy.

Taco Bell Expands Desserts and Snacks

Taco Bell has announced its latest menu additions: A new line of dessert and snack items for those hungry in the afternoon.

12 States That Can Now Buy Wine on Amazon

Shoppers in twelve states and the District of Columbia can now purchase wines through Amazon's online marketplace.

Stocks at New Highs, New Lows for 11/8

Get the scoop on today's big moves. Learn about one stock hitting a new 52-week high, and one finding a new 52-week low on Thursday, Nov. 8.

Novartis Touts Pipeline of Blockbuster Drugs

Novartis says that it could produce 14 or more top-selling new drugs over the next five years as it expands its pipeline of new medications.

Dow Takes Worst Bath in a Year — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

The Dow fell a 52-week worst 313 points on Wednesday as the markets fell to a post-election hangover and unsettling economic news out of Europe.

Gold See-Saws on Obama Win, Fiscal Fear

Gold opened higher as investors anticipated more federal stimulus from President Obama's re-election, but closed down as worries over the economy mounted.

Office Depot, OfficeMax: It’s Too Late to Play This Trade

They're soaring on investor activism -- not improving fundamentals. If you need proof, look at Staples, which is in the same shape but whose stock is wilting.

5 Stocks Heading ‘Higher’ on Legalized Marijuana

Legalized marijuana no doubt excited many voters in Colorado and Washington -- but it also could bolster the bottom lines of companies catering to stoners.

Gold Surges Most in Seven Weeks

Gold jumped sharply in Tuesday trading as investors awaited the outcome of the hotly contested U.S. presidential election.

Dow Delights on Election Day — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

Hewlett-Packard and Boeing helped lead the Dow to strong gains Tuesday, while the other major indices mostly followed suit.

AOL Is Kicking Ass. So Why Am I Worried?

AOL's third-quarter report was a good one and sent shares soaring Tuesday, but there's enough holes in it to give investors pause.

China’s Diabetes Epidemic Boosts Big Pharma

The world's largest population of diabetics is growing alarmingly, and combating it raises the prospects for names like Merck, Novo Nordisk and Sanofi.

Tesla’s Off to the Races on Earnings

Tesla Motors earnings came in better than expected, and the electric car maker is making strides towards becoming a serious automaker in the U.S.