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.

Pfizer Is Top Seed in Cancer-Drug Race

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
Several companies are racing for the sector's top payoff.

Airlines Go Back to Fare-Hike Well

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
But Southwest (LUV) may hold all the cards again as to whether fare raises stick.

5 Companies Getting Rich Off Apple

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Apple has made money for -- and from -- its partners.

Stocks Take a Step Backward

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market's previous rally sparks were in full retreat mode Friday.

5 Reasons to Fear Auto Stocks

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Despite recent earnings gains and strong March vehicle sales, investors should be cautious with automaker stocks right now.

Friday’s Apple Rumors — Best Buy’s Black Mark

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Best Buy (BBY) may have been artificially restricting supply of the iPad 2.

Stocks Stay Stuck in Neutral

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Earthquakes and higher oil prices can't budge the market's rangebound ways.

The Sad Skinny On Obesity-Drug Stocks

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
Obesity drugs have yet to produce a big payday.

Thursday’s Apple Rumors — Monopoly Muscle

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
The reason for the delay behing Research In Motion's (RIMM) BlackBerry PlayBook is clearer.

As Usual, Stocks Push Higher

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
After two flat days, the market does what it's done for seven straight months.

5 Facts Behind March Auto Sales

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The monthly figures don't tell the whole story.

Wednesday’s Apple Rumors — iPad 2 in Shipshape

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Manufacturers shipped 2.5 million iPad 2s to Apple (AAPL) last month.

Stocks Slide Sideways Again

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market finishes flat, as large-caps are looking a little tired.

Tuesday’s Apple Rumors — Tablets Take a Toll

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
An analyst cuts his PC sales prediction. Guess why?

Medical Lab Test Stocks Poised for Big Payday

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
This sector should boom as early detection becomes medicine's future

Auto Stocks Enjoying a Surge

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The sector is up 4% since last Friday's sales numbers

Southwest Shares Still On the Decline

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
The carrier falls for a second day as regulators step up inspections.

In Case You Missed Monday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The rally in equities takes a timeout.

Monday’s Apple Rumors — iPhone 4 Flexes

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Surprise, reports show -- no phone sold better in February.
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