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.

How Healthy Is WellPoint’s Amerigroup Deal?

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Jul 11, 2012

The move, which is likely to be followed, is a big bet that states will allow for Medicaid expansion. If that happens, WellPoint will be well off. But if not ...

Gold Falls, and Miners Fall Harder Tuesday

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 10, 2012

Gold and silver prices dipped Tuesday amid positive news about Spain's bank bailout efforts; meanwhile, miners plunged along with the rest of the market.

Beatings Doled Out Sectorwide — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 10, 2012

Earnings warnings and a bankruptcy filing caused upheaval Tuesday among coal companies, chipmakers and engine manufacturers.

BP Just Can’t Win in Russia

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 10, 2012

Its joint venture with TNK is a key revenue lifeline that has helped BP cope financially in the aftermath of Deepwater Horizon. But it may soon get cut.

MAKO Surgical: Kneecapped on Sales Shortfall — Again

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 10, 2012

A great product in a great market doesn't automatically equal great profits and share-price performance.

4 Robust Retail Stocks for Tough Times

By Traders Reserve Jul 10, 2012

Same store sales are the measure of means for retailers, and these four just came through the quarter with improved numbers, so jump on their bandwagons

Save the Date? Apple’s Q3 Earnings

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 10, 2012

Apple's earnings announcement is just two weeks away. But the best time to make a trade on AAPL might be nowhere near the July 24 report.

PepsiCo’s Smart — but Late — Bet on Yogurt

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 10, 2012

Indra Nooyi wants to increase the percentage of Pepsi's healthier fare over the long term. Her problem is investors are tired of waiting for results.

Gold, Silver Get a Boost in Monday Trading

By Angela Nazworth, InvestorPlace Writer Jul 9, 2012

Gold and silver prices advanced in Monday trading, though silver miners were heavily pounded.

Street Suffers Earnings Jitters — Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 9, 2012

Investors returned to the markets Monday with fresh worries about earnings and the eurozone. Markets dipped, and Alcoa didn't do much to buoy hopes.

How to Trade Alcoa: Dive in Headfirst If AA Falls Under $8.60

By Jeff Reeves Jul 9, 2012

A post-earnings dip in aluminum titan Alcoa is entirely likely. Here's why this is more investment opportunity than reason to flee.

3 Lessons from the Duke-Progress CEO Switcheroo

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Jul 9, 2012

After just one day as CEO, former Progress Chief Bill Johnson was ousted. This post-merger leadership snafu bodes ill for investors.

For VW and Porsche, a High-Octane Deal

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader Jul 6, 2012

The tie-up will allow both venerable German carmakers to benefit. VW gets another coveted luxury brand, and Porsche gets access to efficient production.

For Europe, Shale Gas Is No Panacea

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Jul 6, 2012

Europe has plenty of reserves. Getting them out is the hard part, especially considering the widespread environmental and political opposition to fracking.

Did Kohl’s Rally on a Short Squeeze?

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Jul 6, 2012

Its tempered outlook was still better than the Street's forecast. Given KSS's recent plunge and the high short interest, someone was clearly surprised.