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.

Four Penny Stocks to Buy Now

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
These four penny stocks to buy now have the chance to double in value or more. See the complete list here.

Stock Picks – Barrick Gold Corp-ABX

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Barrick Gold Corp. (ABX) hit our trading target, but it appears there's more upside ahead for this premier mining stock.

Stock Picks – Gabelli Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust-GGN

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Gabelli Global Gold, Natural Resources & Income Trust (GGN) provides a steady dividend return, as well as a way to participate in metal mining stocks.

Potential Avandia Lawsuits Threaten GlaxoSmithCline’s (GSK) Bottom Line

By Paul Ausick
Recent reports on increased cardiac risks from using Avandia, a diabetes drug made and marketed by GlaxoSmithCline (GSK), threaten the more than $1 billion in annual sales Glaxo enjoys from the drug.

It’s Time to Dump Wal-Mart (WMT, TGT, COST, RTH)

By Jon Ogg
Wal-Mart stock is dead money, and for WMT stock to rise, a significant dividend hike is necessary.

Taiwanese Stocks Will Continue to Perform in 2010

By Robert Hsu, InvestorPlace Contributor
There are three main reasons why Taiwanese stocks will continue to be a good bet this year. Get details here, plus the best way to profit from this trend.

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

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