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.

Are More Utility Mergers On the Way? Dividend Investors Hopeful (AYE, FE, BRK-B, BNI, CEG, CPN, EIX, POM, PGE, NST)

By Jon Ogg Feb 12, 2010

Will FirstEnergy Corp.'s (FE) $4.7 billion takeover of Allegheny Energy (AYE) create a wave of mergers in the utility sector? Dividend investors are hoping so.

5 Top Stock Picks for Beating the Market

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 11, 2010

Want to beat the market this year? Then take a look at these five top stock picks that offer explosive growth at a tremendous value.

Stock Picks – Marvell Technology Group-MRVL

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Feb 10, 2010

Following profit-taking, Marvell Technology Group (MRVL) looks like it's in buying range.

Top 6 Stocks for February

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Feb 2, 2010

We may be in for a correction in February, but these stocks should do well even if the market pulls back.

Stock Picks – Barrick Gold Corp-ABX

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 29, 2010

A correction in Barrick Gold Corp. (ABX) gives us another opportunity to trade this premier gold miner.

Market Analysis – Yesterday’s Rally May Not be Enough

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 29, 2010

The low-volume bounce was encouraging, but just a first step in reversing what has been a tide of selling. It does not change the overall intermediate trend.

Apple Tablet Meets Dell and HP on the Battlefield (AAPL, DELL, HPQ)

By Douglas McIntyre, Co-Founder & Editor, 24/7 Wall St. Jan 26, 2010

Apple's tablet faces tough competition from competitors Dell, HP and Amazon, and the Apple brand may have to carry it the first few steps of the way as it gets its initial customers.

Top 5 Penny Stocks to Buy for 2010

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 25, 2010

These five penny stocks belong in any portfolio. Yes, there is a high degree of risk with these picks, but, so too, is the potential reward. See the complete list of top penny stocks to buy here.

Duoyuan Printing (DYP) Stopping the Presses in China

By Robert Hsu, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 22, 2010

Although Chinese Internet usage is growing at double-digit annual rates, the printing industry in China is growing rapidly as well. And this top China stock is directly in line to profit.

3 Pants on the Ground Stocks to Buy Now

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 22, 2010

Whether or not the latest viral video sensation creates a run on pants, a recovering economy should help these three hip clothing stocks.

One Pants Stock You Want to Get Into

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jan 21, 2010

Consumers are still shelling out top dollar for fashionable jeans, and there is enormous upside potential for Joe's Jeans Inc. (JOEZ).

Why The China Bubble Is No Cause for Investor Alarm

By Robert Hsu, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 14, 2010

Talk of the China bubble is more hype and financial fear-mongering than reality. Here's why.

5 Hot Retail Stocks for 2010

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader Jan 8, 2010

The holiday sales numbers are in, and many retailers are smiling. Here are five red-hot retail stocks poised to continue performing in 2010.

Stock Picks – L-3 Communications Holdings Inc-LLL

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 7, 2010

After a close to 17-point move since our initial recommendation, L-3 Communications (LLL) is approaching our original target, but doesn't appear to be stopping. Get our new target.

Stock Picks – Applied Materials-AMAT

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 5, 2010

Applied Materials (AMAT) just broke out on strong momentum, so I'm raising my trading target.

Top 8 Stocks for January

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Jan 5, 2010

Despite the new highs in the major indices, this rally does not appear to be overbought and could go much higher in 2010. Start your year of right with my top picks for January.