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.

Morgan Stanley & BAC: I Still Say “Stay Away”

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Jan 20, 2012

Bank of America and Morgan Stanley had surprisingly positive earnings reports. But a peek behind the numbers leads to an unmistakable conclusion: "Stay away."

Gold, Silver Higher to Close Out Eventful Week

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 20, 2012

Gold, silver and miners were up in modest amounts Friday morning, with Hecla Mining and Kinross Gold among the better performers.

The Little Guys Are Pharma’s New Stars

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer Jan 20, 2012

Small and midsize drugmakers are where the action is -- in both research and M&A activity. For healthy dividends, however, Big Pharma still rules.

GM Takes the Crown as Global Sales Leader

By InvestorPlace Staff Jan 20, 2012

General Motors' resurgence pushed the carmaker back to the top of the heap, knocking out Toyota, which fell to No. 4 after the Japanese earthquake last year.

Insider Buys Flash a Green Light for This Sector

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 20, 2012

Strong insider buying at theme-park operator Cedar Fair reflects better times for the sector. So take a look at these other names as well.

Surveys: CEO Confidence Is on the Upswing

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Jan 20, 2012

Researchers say CEO optimism is key to innovation and recovery, so the buoyant results of several recent CEO surveys are good news for the economy.

Ford Offers Some Workers First Raise in 4 Years

By InvestorPlace Staff Jan 20, 2012

For the first time in four years, Ford NYSE:F will offer raises to management and sales staff. White collar workers at Ford Motor Co. will also get bonuses too.

What’s Unexplained in Google’s Earnings Flop

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor Jan 20, 2012

Plenty -- including why new ad formats led to an 8% drop in cost-per-click while analysts were expecting an increase. See what other questions are also unanswered.

Google Bombs, Intel Beats — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger Jan 19, 2012

A pair of technology sector giants headed in opposite directions after the bell rang to close out Thursday trading. Google (NASDAQ:GOOG) quickly dropped 9% in…

Despite Connecticut Change on Medicaid, Outlook Strong for Health Insurers

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer Jan 19, 2012

Connecticut recently dropped private insurers from serving its Medicaid members, but many of the industry's big names are far from worried.

Jobs Data and Euro Debt Auctions Lift Silver, But Gold Flat

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 19, 2012

Miners were mostly middling in early Thursday trading on flat gold and slight silver gains, but Silver Standard Resources and Coeur d'Alene were encouraging.

Disney Going Full-Bore in January

By InvestorPlace Staff Jan 19, 2012

Disney has made several announcements in January, including store openings and a new retail website geared toward babies.

Family Dollar Is Bad News for Grocers

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 19, 2012

Uh oh -- food is becoming a major draw for dollar stores, and they can easily undersell traditional grocers like Safeway.

Eastman Kodak: The Least Surprising Bankruptcy in History

By Jeff Reeves Jan 19, 2012

Eastman Kodak filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Thursday -- a result that likely surprised no one keeping tabs on the company.

Should You Get Excited for GE’s Earnings?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 19, 2012

Analysts are hyping up Friday's report, expecting General Electric to shine -- but does it mean GE is perfectly healthy? And what does it mean for investors?

To Buy or to Short Best Buy?

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 19, 2012

It's too weak to buy, but too strong to short. Just steer clear of this bricks-and-mortar retailer that will eventually succumb to online competitors.