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.

Amazon Investors Should Wait Out the Storm

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor Dec 15, 2011

While the Kindle Fire is cramping Amazon's profit margins, eventual tablet success could further improve its standing as the premier online retailer.

Green Mountain Looks Like a Fading Fad

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 15, 2011

Green Mountain is off more than 20% this week, and stiff competition makes it look unlikely that GMCR stock will ever reach its $100-plus zenith again.

Dreary Day for Gold, Oil — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger Dec 14, 2011

Gold breaks through its key $1,600 per ounce level

Groupon’s Analysts Not Too Thrilled

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 14, 2011

Excited traders pushed Groupon stock up 9% Tuesday, but its quiet period ended Wednesday with an unexpectedly dull roar from analysts.

Avon Surges on CEO Change — But AVP Stock Still Shaky

By Jeff Reeves Dec 14, 2011

AVP stock might look good after a leadership change and with a 5% dividend, but Andrea Jung's replacement will be fighting SEC investigations, other issues.

Gold Breaks 200-Day MA, Silver Plummeting

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 14, 2011

Gold fell below the $1,600 mark Wednesday morning and silver also was hammered on euro zone and U.S. monetary policy worries.

Why Diamond Foods’ Stock Has Gone Nuts

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 14, 2011

Diamond Foods' has become a trader magnet after word of a massive deal -- and then an audit investigation -- turned DMND stock on its head. Is this nut worth cracking?

Pfizer Delivers Early Holiday Gifts to Shareholders

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer Dec 14, 2011

The company brings holiday cheer with its new stock repurchase program and dividend boost.

Make Money in Timeshares — By Investing

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options Dec 14, 2011

No get-rich-quick schemes with this timeshare buy -- just a solidly managed company at the right price.

Retail Stocks Follow Best Buy’s Lead — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger Dec 13, 2011

BBY's squeezed margins, lackluster retail sales growth weigh on stocks overall

Spotify Turns Up Pressure On Pandora’s Prospects

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 13, 2011

In the apparent two-horse race, Spotify is turning up the pressure on Pandora.

Gold, Silver, Miners Continue to Fall Tuesday

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 13, 2011

While gold and silver were slightly down Tuesday morning, several miners were taking solid losses on the day. Pan American Silver stood out with almost 2% gains.

Can Meg Whitman’s ‘Buzz’ Buy Time to Revive Hewlett-Packard?

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Dec 13, 2011

Considering the impatient board presiding over HPQ, Meg Whitman's style might count for just as much as substance.

Abbott Labs Spinoff Looks Like the Right Move

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer Dec 13, 2011

Shareholders would likely be better served by the company's prescription drug business standing alone. Here's why.

Best Buy’s Holiday Celebration Cut Short

By Jeff Reeves Dec 13, 2011

Dismal third-quarter earnings slammed BBY stock early Tuesday as the retailer sacrificed margins to push product. The 10% stock slide may be just the beginning.

Dollar General Stock — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 13, 2011

Dollar General stock recently reported strong earnings, and its stock is at an all-time high -- but can the discount retailer stay on momentum's good side?