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.

Trade of the Day: Flextronics Flexing Its Muscles

S&P raised FLEX from a "hold" to a "buy" with a 12-month target of $7, but I think the stock can go higher.

5 Airline Stocks to Sell to Now

Airline stocks have been big losers so far in 2009, but green shoots are appearing in the form of firmer load factors and price increases that are sticking. But don't be fooled. Just like any other time when airlines thought they were primed to do well, this too shall end badly. Here are five airline stocks to sell now.

5 Popular Stocks Past Their Prime

The market has been ravaged, and many of yesterday's winners simply won't be coming back anytime soon. Meanwhile, the new winners can be had at good prices. So with an eye toward portfolio diversity, let me propose some "trade-in" trades designed to help you shed popular stocks that are now past their prime for today's leaders in the same sectors.

Trade of the Day: Leverage the Nasdaq’s Move Up

Traders can make a speculative bet on the Nasdaq continuing its run higher with the Ultra QQQ ProShares (QLD).

Trade of the Day: Trading Target for Microsoft Revised Higher

I am raising both my near- and long-term objectives for MSFT to $29.

Trade of the Day: Time to Move on Intel

We got the pullback in INTC we've been waiting for, and the company beat earnings forecasts.

Is BusinessWeek Really Worth Just $1?

McGraw Hill's (MHP) announced this week that it would be selling BusinessWeek, but who in the world would buy BusinessWeek in its current state?

The Best Alternative Energy Stocks Out There

These five stocks could have you seeing a lot of green in the future.

The Best Alternative Energy Stocks to Buy Now

To be sure, conditions in the stock market, the alternative energy space and Washington, have changed a lot in the last six months, but what hasn't changed is the need for investors to find the best-of-breed alternative energy stocks. And with that in mind, let's take a look at five alternative energy stocks that just might make your portfolio a whole lot greener.

Trade of the Day: Wait for a Pullback in St. Jude Medical

A pullback in STJ would give us another opportunity to buy shares of this bullish stock in a defensive sector.

5 Reasons Apple (AAPL) Is a Must-Own Stock

Apple (AAPL) is one of the few stocks I recommend now as a must-own stock. That means Apple stock belongs in virtually every investor's portfolio. Here are five reasons AAPL is one of my favorite stocks to buy now.

Trade of the Day: Time Your Entry Into Intel

The long-term target for INTC has not changed, but in light of the current overall market conditions, I'd wait for a pullback before taking or adding to positions.

Trade of the Day: Catalyst Health Solutions Gets Its Catalyst

CHSI broke through the critical resistance at $24, so look for it to run higher.

The Right ETF for Taiwan’s Economic Outlook

Long overshadowed by China's booming market, Taiwan is taking big steps into the spotlight under new leadership and a new economic initiative. The strengthening ties between the two nations have created a unique investment opportunity as trading has opened up and money is beginning to flow.

Trade of the Day: ASA Ltd. Offering Attractive Entry Point

The recent pullback on profit-taking may be a good opportunity to buy ASA for the longer-term.

Trade of the Day: More Downside Likely Ahead for the S&P 500

If the SPX is forming a small head-and-shoulders, then a breakdown of the neckline at 880 yields a target of 804.

Trade of the Day: AT&T Calling All Traders

Recent analyst upgrades and its high dividend yield could result in higher prices for T.

6 Tech Stocks to Own Now

It appears that business IT spending is stabilizing, and that is good news for the biggest and best technology stocks. Get our top tech stocks to own now.

Boeing’s Dreamliner (and Stock) Grounded

The impact of the delay of Boeing's Dreamliner jet on near-term earnings will be announced when the company reports next month. But the market isn't waiting for that analysis. Instead, investors have sold shares today, sending Boeing stock down nearly 10%.