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.

Gold, Silver Higher on Lower U.S. Home Prices

Mixed consumer-confidence reports and a sliding dollar helped fuel the rise.

Are These 3 ‘Comeback Stocks’ for Real?

Everyone loves a comeback, but before investing in these rallying stocks, consider some of these facts.

Keystone XL Isn’t the Only Canada-Gulf Oil Pipeline in the Works

There are reports this week that Enbridge and Enterprise Products Partners are planning crude oil pipelines from Canada tar sands to Gulf Coast refineries.

Play Argentina’s Shale Revolution With Apache

Unknown to most U.S. investors, a natural gas boom is just starting there, and Houston-based Apache makes for a good early entree.

Barbie Catches Hunger Games Fever

Mattel plans to release a collectible doll inspired by the lead character of Suzanne Collins' hit novel trilogy "The Hunger Games."

U.S. Retailers Go Global (With Some Technical Support)

Tapping lucrative international markets is a necessity for growth, but that's not so easy without major improvements to e-commerce software.

IBM’s Stock Sprint Approaching a Hill

Spry ol' IBM has had a fantastic run in the past few years and is up 10% year-to-date, but several indicators point to a little more difficulty on the horizon.

Lions Gate Looks Good for the Long Haul

The appeal of 'The Hunger Games' beyond teenage girls means the franchise should have legs, but that's just one of the studio's strengths.

The Dow Dazzles — Monday’s IP Market Recap

Fed Chairman Ben Bernanke provided some soothing comments about interest rates, and stocks soared.

Gold, Silver Up on Bernanke Comments

A weaker-than-expected report on February pending home sales also contributed to the rise.

Honda Signals Even Greater Focus on the U.S.

The head of North America is named No. 2 to President Ito, and a new board includes three U.S. natives.

UPS Solidifies Its Lead Over FedEx

UPS' acquisition of TNT, Europe's second-largest express shipper, is a huge blow to FedEx. FDX has important moves in the works, but for now, UPS is ahead.

Spring Cleaning for Financials: 2 to Sell, 2 to Buy

There's a big difference between which companies to keep and which to dump. Here's where these four names fall.

Starbucks Declares War on Jamba Juice

Yes, the move into juice will grievously harm Jamba, but it will also be a disaster for Starbucks.

Gold, Silver Jump Amid Lower U.S. Home Sales

Precious metals were showing healthy gains Friday morning to close out a down week, recovering somewhat from recent losses.

Starbucks’ Schultz Is Still Dreaming Big

Howard Schultz has big plans to restore Starbucks' core "customer experience" while innovating in juice and energy drinks.

Under Armour’s Game Plan Is Playing Out Well

It's growing wildly -- and very profitably. The future also looks quite promising. But, oh, that pricey stock. Still, here's why UA could help your team.

Lions Gate: ‘Hunger Games’ Is Just the Start

Lions Gate has been a fast-moving stock due to the explosive popularity of 'The Hunger Games,' but that's not the only thing it's got going for it.

Gold, Silver Down on Weak China, EU Data

U.S. weekly unemployment claims continued to fall last week, hitting a four-year low.