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.

What’s Tripping Up Time Warner

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
The media giant has plenty of strengths, but also some glaring weaknesses -- most notably the Time Inc. magazines and CNN.

Stock Smackdown: Visa vs. MasterCard

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Both of these card companies have had winning years, but one is the better buy for investors going forward. See which stock is a better bargain -- and higher quality pick.

Comcast: Higher Q2 Profit Lifts Shares

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Comcast beat Wall Street expectations with higher second-quarter earnings and increased subscribers to its Internet and telephone services.

US Air-AMR: 2 Courtship Scenarios

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
As the courtship between the carriers' CEOs gets testy, it's time to look at how a merger would work -- and what happens if they wind up going it alone.

What Cuts? 3 Defense Contractors Worth Considering

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Despite the dire warning shots getting fired in Washington, these big guns look poised to survive come what may.

Is Apple in Trouble?

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Without its legendary leader, tougher times may be drawing near. One crucial development will be how successful the new iPhone turns out to be.

20 Top Choices for a Short Squeeze

By Chris Johnson, CEO, Johnson Research Group
Even in the summer doldrums, you can win with these stocks. They've been screened to meet our criteria for the likelihood of a short-covering rally.

Gold, Silver Dip; Miners Plunge on Tuesday

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer
Gold and silver futures dipped slightly Tuesday, while several mining stocks tumbled once again.

Luxury Tumbles, Steel Surges — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Coach punctuated a lousy day for the markets, but Pfizer and U.S. Steel provided some of Tuesday's brighter points.

Coach’s Troubles Made in the U.S.A.

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Coach shares took a tumble Tuesday after it reported wildly disappointing sales in North America -- and other luxury retailers took notice.

Should Alarms Be Ringing for Canadian Banks?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
As S&P's recent outlook cut shows, rising household debt is an increasing peril. Still, the sector isn't coming apart. Here's why.

Pfizer Tops Q2 Earnings Estimates

By Christopher Freeburn, InvestorPlace Writer
Pfizer posted second-quarter earnings that topped Wall Street estimates even as revenue declined compared to last year.

Home Prices Rise, but Builders Look Frothy

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Beware: The sector's stocks may have gotten ahead of reality. The Case-Shiller index's good news for homeowners won't necessarily boost homebuilders.

Best Buy Struggles for the Best Way Forward

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Even going private is fraught with major challenges, such as coming up with the buyout money -- and the ability to pay it back. And how likely is a takeover?

Is One of These Men Coca-Cola’s Next CEO?

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
CEO Muhtar Kent of Coca-Cola probably isn't stepping down anytime soon, but the battle between potential successors has already begun.

A Big Chill for Shell’s Arctic Drilling Plans

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
A series of regulatory hangups, poor summer weather and outright accidents is putting billions of spending in jeopardy. Shell still has a long road ahead.

Comcast’s Pound-Foolish Olympic Bet

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
The media giant faces the unlikely prospect of ever turning a profit on this or future games. Don't expect to see CEO Brian Roberts on the podium.

3 Auto Parts Suppliers for Your Garage

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
Consumers are keeping automobiles longer, providing investors with an opportunity to buy into the trend with these three solid auto parts suppliers.

5 More Facebook-Like Wild Price Swings

By Traders Reserve
Facebook and Zynga are just two stocks with wild price after earnings, and here are 5 more plays for investors to look at heading into their earnings releases
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