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.

Congressional Gridlock, EU Debt Fears Hammer Gold, Silver Prices

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Hecla Mining (HL), which was down about 5%, was among a horde of miners tumbling alongside metal prices Monday morning.

Stocks to Watch on Cancer Vaccines’ Huge Financial Potential

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
These companies are making progress on new therapeutic cancer vaccines -- and success for any one of them could be huge for investors.

Wal-Mart’s Woes, Boeing’s Wows! — Friday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Market Summary: Wal-Mart's (WMT) lackluster earnings, Boeing's (BA) big deals were at the forefront of this week in financial news.

Gold, Silver, Miners Higher on Stronger Euro

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
iShares Silver Trust (SLV) was up sharply Friday morning, and NovaGold Resources (NG) was on track to finish the week up more than 20%.

America’s Kodak Moment May Be Over – Forever

By Jeff Reeves
Kodak is trying to sell one of its few modern businesses, Kodak Gallery -- exemplifying its grim choice: quick bankruptcy or slow death.

Is Citigroup Even Worse than Bank of America?

By Jeff Reeves
Investors should be at least as leery of Citi as they are of BofA. The two share multiple similarities -- and reasons to steer clear.

Big Pharma’s Emerging Markets Foray Hits Roadblocks

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
Companies are finding plans for global expansion aren't without hiccups.

3 Hot Stocks for a Cold November

By Hilary Kramer, Editor, GameChangers
This month, investors should stick with companies that can grow regardless of the economic environment. See three picks to weather any November storm.

Boeing Rewrites Its Own Record — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Boeing (BA) signed a $21.7B deal with Indonesia's Lion Air on Thursday, breaking a company mark it set earlier this week. Also, J.M. Smucker (SJM) disappointed.

Gold, Silver Head Lower as Spain, France Auction Bonds

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
iShares Silver Trust (SLV), Silver Standard Resources (SSRI) take sharp losses Wednesday morning while gold and silver slide.

Wal-Mart’s Stepped-Up D.C. Push a No-Brainer

By Jeff Reeves
Wal-Mart's (WMT) plans to open D.C. stores has sparked the usual argument about its impact on the local economy. But for Wal-Mart itself, the strategy is sound.

7 Health Care Merger Plays

By Nancy Zambell, InvestorPlace Contributor
Here's how to play the feverish pace of M&A in the hospital sector, as big health care providers compete to get much bigger.

Target vs. Wal-Mart: Who Wins This Retail Smackdown?

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
In the battle for budget-conscious consumers, both Wal-Mart and Target are closely matched -- but only one has the overall edge.

4 Ways for AMR Corp. to Pull Out of Its Tailspin

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Investors may be fearful of a bankruptcy by American Airlines' parent company, but it might just be the move to make. Here are three more things it can do to survive.

Dell’s Day to Dip — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
Thailand flooding causes Dell to reduce full-year guidance, sending shares downward. Also Wednesday, Abercrombie (ANF) shares are slammed on quarterly earnings.

Disney CEO Will Take Steve Jobs’ Place in Apple Boardroom

By Jeff Reeves
Disney's Bob Iger will take Steve Jobs' place on the Apple board of directors. See why he's a perfect fit for the company's diverse brain trust.

Gold, Silver Lower; NovaGold Skyrockets on News of Spin-Off, Asset Sale

By Andrew Burger, InvestorPlace Contributor
Gold and silver miners also were moving lower Wednesday morning, with the exception of NovaGold Resources (NG).

4 Car Dealer Stocks That Are Hitting The Gas

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
With auto sales running at the strongest pace since 2009, some car dealer stocks have been gaining speed. These four should keep accelerating.

AmEx’s Prepaid Card for Target Could Hit the Bull’s-Eye

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger
American Express is partnering up with Target to offer a prepaid card in hopes of gaining ground on their bigger competitors. The timing couldn't be better.
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