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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 to Tap in to Africa’s Profit Potential

By Ivan Martchev, InvestorPlace Contributor
Africa, a continent that holds so much promise due its vast natural resources, has better fertility rates than Asia, but a much lesser level of development, which limits the choices that investors have.

Apple Inc. Rumors and AAPL Stock News – ‘Magic Trackpad’ in the Works?

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
There’s all kind of Apple news today in anticipation of AAPL's financial report at market close, including reports of the FCC's approval of a brand new, unnamed Apple Bluetooth device, software updates for iTunes and iBooks, and word on whether or not Apple will charge iPad users for iOS 4 this fall.

Verizon iPhone Likely Coming Soon

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
AT&T (ATT) was the exclusive carrier of the iPhone until 2010, effectively closing the device off from the millions of users with other carriers, most significantly, Verizon (VZ.)

11 Famous Health Care Stocks to Sell

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Health care stocks are seen as low-risk investments by many stock market investors. But that's not always the case.

Railroad Stock Price Targets Indicate Big Upside for Sector

By Burke Speaker, Investorplace Writer
Railroad stocks and rail operators are seen as indicators for the broader economy, since more freight moves across America via freight trains as consumers buy more and businesses ship more. Leading railroad stocks include Union Pacific (UNP), CSX Corp. (CSX) and Norfolk Southern (NSC), but smaller rail operators are affected similarly.

Apple Rumors and AAPL Stock News – iPad Goes Global, Apple Laps Microsoft

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
With Apple set to report third quarter earnings when the markets close tomorrow, we focus on the iPad launch in 9 more countries this week. Also, the iPhone 4 antenna-saving bumpers are no longer available to purchase on Apple's website. Meanwhile, analysts speculate on whether or not tomorrow's the day that Apple's revenue finally surpasses Microsoft (MSFT)

McDonald’s Hits Smoothie Snag in Effort to Expand Drink Sales

By InvestorPlace Staff
While the sale of McDonald’s smoothies officially began last week, certain locations have been offering the fruity beverages for some time earlier and have seen great success. McDonald’s chief marketing officer has referred to the smoothie line as “an absolute hit” with “unprecedented demand.”

Halliburton Beats on Revenues and Earnings (HAL, WFT, SLB, NOV, BHI, BP)

By Paul Ausick
Halliburton Co. (NYSE:HAL) reported strong earnings and revenues this morning on the back of increased demand for services in the unconventional natural gas and oil fields in North America and seasonal rebounds in international operations.

Apple Inc Offers Free iPhone Cases to Assuage Antenna Angst

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Apple Inc. (AAPL) has learned a lesson in humility after it's iPhone antenna problems. And Apple iPhone owners are getting a free case out of the deal.

Why Financial SPDR ETF Is a Buy – Bank Earnings Better Than You Think

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist
Mega banks JPMorgan (JPM), Citigroup (C), and Bank of America (BAC) have all reported better than expected earnings results -- only to be knocked to the ground by unimpressed investors. But here are the reasons the XLF ETF is a buy.

At Big Banks like BAC, JPM, Citi and Goldman, Big Profits Not Enough

By Paul Ausick
Financial stocks including Bank of America (BAC), Goldman Sachs (GS), Morgan Stanley (MS) and Citigroup (C) have posted earnings that beat expectations. But investors want to see more than profits at these financial stocks.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Rumors and News – iPhone Antenna Press Conference Set

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here is today's Apple Inc. stock news and AAPL rumors for July 15. Apple goes on the offensive in the aftermath of Consumer Reports' review bashing its iPhone 4 and antenna problems.

Toyota’s (TM) Road to Redemption

By Paul Ausick
The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration received more than 3,000 complaints of sudden acceleration in several models produced by Toyota Motors (TM). Of the reported problems, 75 resulted in fatal accidents and claimed 93 lives. Toyota recalled more than 8 million cars world-wide to fix the interfering floor mats and sticking accelerator pedals that are believed to be responsible for the complaints.

Apple Inc. Rumors – Apple Store Says Prepare for ‘Big’ Event, Mum on Details

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here are Apple Inc. (AAPL) stock news and rumors for Thursday, July 15. Today, Apple's got 99 problems, and the iPhone 4 accounts for all but one of them. Meanwhile, Apple Store retail outlets tell employees to prepare for something "big."

Apple rumors and AAPL stock news for July 13th, 2010

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here is today's Apple (AAPL) stock news and rumors. Tuesday has a solid selection of Apple murmurings and announcements beyond tar-and-featherings from consumer reports, including the announcement of the Safari Extensions Gallery, BMW support of iOS 4 functionality, and rumors about a brand new smaller iPad in time for Christmas.

Apple Inc. AAPL Rumors – Smaller iPad for Christmas? Macs in BMWs?

By Jeff Reeves
Here’s the latest Apple Inc. rumors and news on AAPL stock as of Tuesday, July 13. Apple Inc. news today includes a Safari Extensions Gallery, BMW support of iOS 4 functionality, and rumors about a brand new smaller Apple iPad in time for Christmas:

5 Reasons to Buy Citigroup (C) Stock

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Citigroup (C) stock got a bad wrap after the financial bailout. But Citi stock has a lot to offer investors now, and is among stocks to buy.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Rumors – iPod Shuffle Touch Leaked, iPhone Lawsuit Goes Class Action

By Anthony John Agnello, Consumer and Technology Writer
Here’s the latest Apple Inc. rumors and news on AAPL stock as of Monday, July 12, including the iPod shuffle touch and the iPhone class action lawsuit with AT&T.

Buffett Stock BYD Sees Sales Slump After Tesla (TSLA) IPO

By Paul Ausick
After the 2010 IPO of electric car stock Tesla (TSLA), China battery maker BYD Co. (BYDDF) is seeing slumping sales. This is bad news for Warren Buffett, a big investor in BYD stock.
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