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.

How Microsoft Can Profit Big from an Electronic Medical Records Revolution

Microsoft NASDAQ:MSFT could be getting into electronic health and medical records big-time with its HealthVault system, threatening General Electric NYSE:GE McKesson NYSE:MCK and others.

Oil’s Dip Takes Lid Off Stocks

The market catches a break as crude prices move lower.

Tuesday’s Apple Rumors — iPad 2 Power

Opening sales may blow away its predecessor's.

Boeing Shares Reaching Thin Air

The aerospace giant faces competitive challenges ahead.

Tuesday’s Stocks to Watch: Urban Outfitters, Dick’s

Urban Outfitters (URBN) disappoints with its fourth-quarter profit report.

Research In Motion a Short Sale Candidate

Research In Motion (NASDAQ: RIMM) had a great quarter. But its stock has risen sharply and competition is getting tougher. Consider selling RIMM short.

Investors Can Clean Up with Medical Waste Giant Stericycle (SRCL)

Stericycle NASDAQ:SRCLE, a medical waste disposal stock, is an industry giant dwarfing all except for competitor Sharps Compliance NASDAQ:SMED.

In Case You Missed Monday

Stocks are still inversely harnessed to oil prices.

Higher Oil Beats Down Stocks Again

The market slides on crude crossing $105 a barrel.

In Case You Missed the Weekend

That winning week sure didn't feel like one

Covered Calls and First of the Month Phenom

Investors can profit from the first of the month phenomenon by buying stock and selling covered call options.

Oil Prices Keep the Hammer on Stocks

Crude pushes well above $100, and the market again takes it on the chin.

Get Ready for Higher Interest Rates

As inflation takes hold, central banks could raise interest rates from rock bottom levels soon.

Friday’s Apple Rumors — Download Debate

So many Apple devices, so few downloads allowed.

Can Airlines Be Too Safe?

Accident rates plunge, but regulators keep pushing safety

In Case You Missed Thursday

Stocks took off because oil didn't.

4 Must-Own Global Inflation Buys

While reported U.S. inflation is low, emerging markets are another story. These investments should be big beneficiaries of rising global inflation.

Stocks Come Up Big

The market soars as oil prices are held in check.

Southwest’s Go-it-Alone Ticket Approach Backfires

A couple of computer glitches show the danger of no partnerships.