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.

Stock Picks – Sprint Nextel Corp-S

Sprint Nextel Corp. (S) appears to be in an early-stage change in trend and can be accumulated here.

Stock Picks – JB Hunt Transport Services Inc-JBHT

The market correction caused a pullback in JB Hunt Transport Services (JBHT) after the last time we recommended the stock, but it may be time for another try.

Strong Sales of ‘Small Luxuries’ Fuel These 3 China Stocks

By now, nearly everyone is familiar with China's emergence as an economic superpower on the strength of its exports and manufacturing. But did you know that China has now become the world's second-largest consumer of luxury goods? That means big things for consumer stocks WATG, CTRP and CAST.

Four Penny Stocks to Buy Now

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

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

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

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)

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

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)

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

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

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

Top 6 Stocks for February

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

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

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)

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

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

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

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