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.

Crude Oil Prices Roll Back – But Will They Surge Soon?

By George Kleinman, President of Commodity Resource Corp.
Crude oil prices indicate a downtrend after the Japan crisis, but is oil's run really over?

Alternative Energy ETFs Winning Favor

By Mark Ingebretsen, Oil & Energy Writer
These funds should continue to fare well.

Stocks Make It Halfway Back From Selloff

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Stocks mount a late rally, but uncertainty in Japan continues to weigh heavily.

Medicis, Allergen Looking Good as Vanity Stock Plays

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
Amid a recession, plastic surgeries grew 5% last year.

What Else Can Apple Fans Expect in 2011?

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
With no iPad 3 coming until next year, here are three other products rumored to be in the works.

In Case You Missed Monday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market's rally falls a little short.

Investing in Coal – Your Best Stock for the 2011 Commodities Boom

By Nikita Bhasin, Commodities Writer
Commodities and coal stocks offer big potential right now for investors, especially Cliffs Natural Resources NYSE:CLF.

Late Rally Can’t Overcome Slow Start

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
Too much uncertainty means a down day for stocks.

Lilly Targets Animal Health Kingdom

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The company looks to offset its flagging core drug business with another animal-health acquisition.

Buyout May Be Lilly’s Best Hope

By Barry Cohen, Health Care Writer
A shareholder proposal may clear the way for a takeover of the pharmaceutical giant.

Too Many Tablets, And Only One Apple

By Kevin Kelleher, Technology & Markets Contributor
Flooding the market won't help all device makers, and you-know-who has set the bar higher.

In Case You Missed the Weekend

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
All eyes are on Japan.

Stocks Move Higher On Oil’s Slide

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The Dow regains 12,000 as crude ticks lower again.

Cross-Border Trucking Dispute Weighs on Industry

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer
Should taxpayers foot the bill for Mexican truck safety?

Friday’s Apple Rumors — Taking the Upgrade Bait

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
One analyst sees up to 20% of iPad owners buying the new version

Use Intel Options to Profit From a Rebound

By Dan Passarelli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sell a put option spread on Intel Corp. (NASDAQ: INTC) to prepare for a rally in the stock.

Best & Worst Chinese Internet Stocks

By Robert Hsu, InvestorPlace Contributor
Robert Hsu names his top long-term picks and two Chinese Internet stocks set to crash and burn.

In Case You Missed Thursday

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market falls below those big, round numbers

Dow Loses 12,000, Stocks Fall to Five-Week Low

By Michael Goodman, Contributing Editor
The market tanks as global economic and political fears surge.
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