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.

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.

One Pants Stock You Want to Get Into

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

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

5 Hot Retail Stocks for 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

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

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

Top 8 Stocks for January

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.

5 Reasons Railroad Stocks Are Set to Surge

The long-term trends are clearly pointing to a surge in the railroad sector. Here are five reasons you should be buying railroad stocks right now.

Stock Picks – Monster Worldwide Inc-MWW

Monster Worldwide Inc. (MWW) is trading in a well-defined channel uptrend and just issued a buy signal.

2010 China Forecast

The China forecast for 2010 is a positive one as China will continue to be the fastest-growing economy in the world next year.

Five Reasons to Buy Pepsi Stock

Shares of Pepsi stock (PEP) have marched steadily higher since bottoming in March, and I'm convinced the trend will continue. Here are five reasons why you should buy Pepsi stock.

Are Solar Stocks Undervalued? (FSLR, JASO, SOLF, SPWRA, STP, YGE)

Shares of solar stocks advanced today, pulling the whole solar sector up with them. The solar market is clearly growing, but do the market's long-term prospects support this optimism?

5 Reasons Costco Stock is Overvalued

Poor results, poor prospects and poor management are just a few reasons why investors should stay away from Costco (COST).