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.

Which Story Line Will Steel Stocks Follow?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Steel stocks have low valuations and, in some case, attractive dividends. But until industry fundamentals turn around, any rally should be viewed with suspicion.

Why Sirius XM Is Worth Tuning Into

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
SIRI continues to expand both subscriptions and content, and while it likely has some pain ahead, its outlook has improved.

Gold, Silver Barely Move on Friday

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold bullion perked up a bit. Gold prices inched up as sliver slid. Most miners brought in gains, but Silver Standard was a big loser.

Are Gold Miners the Best Way to Tap Gold?

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The assumption is that gold miners are the better way to invest in gold, especially when the price of gold is rising. But when you assume ...

S&P’s Streak Still Alive — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
The S&P 500 managed to hold onto a fifth straight day of gains, while the Dow dropped off. However, news on the earnings front leaned mostly to the down side.

Gold, Silver Crawl North Thursday; Miners See Robust Gains

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold and silver miners bring in healthy gains with NovaGold, Coeur d'Alene and Silver Standard leading the way. Gold prices inched up, while silver stayed flat.

E-Trade Ousts Its CEO

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
E-Trade Financial Corporation announced Thursday that its board of directors has appointed Frank J. Petrilli to serve as interim CEO, effective immediately.

2 Casino Stocks to Hold, 2 to Fold

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
As cautious U.S. consumers bypass betting and as Macau growth slows, casino stocks will need more than Lady Luck to ride out the turbulence.

Amid the Uncertainty, Go For Oil Issues

By Traders Reserve
Monetary policy is driving the markets, as investors await word on stimulus proposals from central bankers; while waiting get into oil from these 2 stock plays

Travel Stocks Put on Hold — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
The Dow Jones and S&P 500 both managed to extend their gains streaks to four consecutive days, but Priceline, Orbitz and the rest of the travel sector didn't join in.

Wednesday Is a Mixed Bag for Gold, Silver

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold futures inched up ever so slightly, as silver futures were flat. Silver Wheaton shares spike amid news of higher guidance.

Macy’s Sets High Bar for Retail Earnings

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Macy's saw profits jump 16% in the second quarter thanks to cost-cutting and and a successful overall strategy. This could be a tough act for rivals to follow.

Disney’s Magical Investment Ride Continues

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Disney knocks it out of the park for shareholders, as it keeps breaking into new all-time highs on its earnings success.

Dean Foods Shares Surge on WhiteWave IPO

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Dean Foods shares surged on Wednesday as it announced better than expected second-quarter earnings and prepared to spin-off its WhiteWave business.

Priceline Loses Altitude

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Finally, the global slowdown -- especially in Europe -- is taking a toll on the high-flying online travel company, bringing its shares a little closer to earth.

Bricks-and-Mortar Still Score in Sporting Goods

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Near 52-week highs, Dick's, Cabelas and Foot Locker are doing lots of things right, and so far they're fending off the mighty e-tailiers like Amazon and eBay.

ING: Lower Earnings Miss Q2 Forecasts

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Dutch bank ING Groep reported lower second-quarter earnings that missed analysts' expectations as it shed risky Spanish assets.

Is United Online Spin-Off of FTD a Wise Move?

By Jeff Reeves
United Online's Spin-Off of FTD clearly stems from a disparity in the business' missions. But FTD's health doesn't mean you should buy into UNTD right now.

Drought Is a Bad Recipe for Tyson and Rivals

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Rising commodity costs are adding to already slack meat demand to create a tough environment for meat processors. But, in the long term ...
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