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 Mining Stocks Midway and Extorre Shine at New Highs

Gold mining exploration stocks Midway Gold Corp. NYSE:MDW and Extorre Gold Mines AMEX:XG have hit new highs as financials like Bank of America NYSE:BAC suffer.

Alkermes Looks to Enter Biotech Big Leagues

CEO orchestrates a transformation that could leave the company poised for further growth.

DryShips a Ship Shape Greek Stock – Buy Now

Buy DryShips NASDAQ:DRYS and don't let financial upheaval in Greece shake you off the trail of this potential winner.

3 Reasons Why JetBlue Stock Will Crash to Earth Soon

With its recent good news, it's easy to assume JetBlue stock is headed for a higher altitude. But here's why that's not likely.

News Corp. and Rupert Murdoch Should Quit the Newspaper Game

Rupert Murdoch and News Corp. NASDAQ:NWS jettisoned News of the World newspaper over scandal -- for his shareholders' sake, he should dump a few more.

Delta, Chinese Solar Stocks Sag to 52-Week Lows

European debt problems keep stock market guessing; Delta, JA Solar and ReneSola reach low points.

S&P 500 Barely Budges as Global Woes Persist

Sears, other retailers continue to enjoy success this week, but tech stocks are battered in the S&P 500's morning session.

Tuesday’s Apple Rumors: iPad Power

One analyst sees 8.5 million tablets sold last quarter.

Potash Shares Are a Little Too Pricey

Here's a good stock that needs a pullback.

Dow Records Razor-Thin Gains Tuesday Morning

Concerns over U.S. recovery, China and Italy keep trading tight, but Dow Jones ekes out tiny gains on strength of Cisco, American Express.

Radiant Surges on NCR Buyout

Active stocks at midday included Radiant Systems (NASDAQ: RADS), News Corp. (NASDAQ: NWS), Anheuser-Busch Inbev (NYSE: BUD).

Starbucks Shares May Need a Pullback

Despite the company's huge growth plans, this stock is pricey

LinkedIn Leading the Way to Next Tech Bubble

Forget the networking site's "story," long-term investors have no business buying this stock. Here's the bottom line.

4 Reasons to Fall in Love With Caterpillar

Just a couple of years ago, the earth-moving machinery giant was sinking in quick sand. Boy, times have changed.

Nalco Holding Shares Are Worth a Look

The company looks good as a buyout candidate or on its own.

Auto Sales Are Better Than You Think

Don't fall victim to a "right here, right now" mentality. Though tepid, there's still growth in the auto sector. Here's the complete picture.

Monday’s Apple Rumors: TV Time

Several analysts think a high-definition television is on its way.

News Corp. Tanks as Sweet Kandi Flies

Midday trading high in News Corp. (NASDAQ: NWS), Warner Music Group (NYSE: WMG), Arch Chemicals (NYSE: ARJ).

Drug Wholesalers Should Win Big From Generics Boom

Several big blockbuster drugs will soon lose their patent protection. These three companies can expect to enjoy steep paydays as a result.