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.

Steve Wynn: A Power Play by Gambling’s Machiavelli

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 21, 2012

Wynn Resorts' CEO is a fierce competitor. And over the weekend, he got rid of his biggest shareholder in a bold stroke.

Adidas to Launch a Full-Court Press in China

By InvestorPlace Staff Feb 21, 2012

The No. 2 sports brand is gearing up for a big push against rival Nike, and it's getting some help from ‘Linsanity.'

Greek Debt Deal, WGC Report Have Gold, Silver Surging

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 21, 2012

Gold and silver prices were headed higher Tuesday, with Hecla Mining and a host of other miners coming along for the ride.

Wal-Mart: One Step Forward, Two Back

By Jeff Reeves Feb 21, 2012

It finally lifted U.S. same-store sales, but margins -- thanks to lower-price competitors, like Dollar Tree -- and organic growth are lagging.

Bed Bath & Beyond Investors Can Relax

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 21, 2012

Many fear casa.com will be to Bed Bath & Beyond what Amazon has been to Best Buy. But it's not exactly an apples-to-apples comparison.

Profit off Lions Gate Share of ‘Hunger Games’

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 21, 2012

"The Hunger Games" franchise and its frenzied fans represent "Harry Potter"-size potential for Lions Gate Entertainment.

Will Crime Pay Off for Prison Stocks?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 20, 2012

Legendary fund manager Bill Ackman thinks crime might pay off for prison stocks. Here's why.

Can the Average Investor Cash in on the Latest Mergers?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Feb 19, 2012

Owning a stock involved in a merger or acquisition is a lot like winning the lottery. Find out how you can stack the odds in your favor.

Amgen’s Buyback History Doesn’t Sparkle

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 18, 2012

Amgen is enjoying a nice run-up since its December stock buyback. But will it end up having been the best deal for shareholders?

AOL Struggling to Patch Things Up

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

While AOL has shown a strong turnaround in 2012, its hyper-local Patch news sites are having difficulty gaining any significant traction.

3 Things That Could Bite Apple’s Stock

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

When everything is going just right, that's when it's time to worry. Here are a few things Apple shareholders should be nervous about.

Gold, Silver Heading Lower Before the Weekend

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

Most mining stocks were following gold and silver prices south Friday morning, though Hecla Mining and Pan American Silver were making slight gains.

Groupon: Buy, Sell, or Short?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

The company doesn't solve a problem, and there are no barriers to entry to its business.

Bitterness Trumps Facts About GM Bailout and Its Record Profits

By Jeff Reeves Feb 17, 2012

A recent article about General Motors' earnings prompted a lot of vitriol. Let's take a look at some of the responses -- and the misconceptions they reveal.

Whole Foods’ New Balancing Act

By Beth Gaston Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

To continue to grow, the chain may need to lower its prices -- but can it maintain the quality customers expect while doing so?

5 Stocks Billionaires Love Right Now

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 17, 2012

The world's best hedge fund managers recently disclosed their fourth-quarter holdings. Here's a look at five stocks that billionaires spent their money on.