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.

4 Keys to Future Success at E-House (EJ)

By Robert Hsu, InvestorPlace Contributor
E-House (EJ) is the leading real estate services company in China, with a large scope of services, good brand recognition and a strong geographical presence. This company has a firm grasp on China's real estate industry, and sharply higher business, low analyst expectations and improving fundamentals -- all this points to sharply higher prices for E-House shares.

Financial Sector SPDR Approaching Resistance

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The XLF tells us that buyers of financials should wait and see if the market is capable of surmounting its barriers.

5 Reasons to Buy Disney (DIS) Now

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Disney is one of the few really large businesses with promising growth prospects. With a stronger economy, I see shares recovering in short order. Remember, the time to buy is when things are bleak. Here are my top five reasons to buy Disney (DIS) now.

Builder Pulte Breaking Out

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
New buy signals could be telling us that PHM could breakout from a long-term base.

Crane Co. Set to Fly

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
With heavy buying and a thrust through the 200-day moving average, CR looks ready to jump.

Sell Signals Light Up the S&P 500

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Sell signals on the SPX tell us now is an excellent time to cash in on any short-term trading gains.

Two Top Utility Stocks for Income Seekers

By Richard Band
If you're skeptical of the market's good intentions, insulate yourself from the volatility with companies in steady, recession-proof industries. You can further reduce your risk by focusing on equities that throw off generous dividend yields. Utility stocks fit the bill perfectly. Here are two that still have plenty of spark left.

Walgreen Co. — the Cure for Ailing Portfolios

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
WAG has a new trading target, but long-term buyers may want to get into position, too.

Denny’s Serving Up Hot Profits

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
DENN's volume has skyrocketed, and the stock vaulted through its 200-day moving average.

5 Cheap Stocks to Buy in May

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Historically, cheap stocks have been the biggest winners coming out of a recession -- and this time around will be no different. And with a new business cycle upon us, growth stocks have the advantage in this market. So buying growth stocks that are also inexpensive gives you a double dose of good strategy. Buy these five cheap stocks now!

Burlington Northern Santa Fe on a Downward Track

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
BNI could be a good short-sale candidate at the current price.

Why You Must Sell Starbucks (SBUX) Now

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Starbucks is a complete mess and should no longer be viewed as a darling entrepreneurial growth story -- you might have more luck watching grass grow than growth returning at SBUX. Customers are fewer, and the ones that do make it into the store are spending less. That is a continuation of a negative trend that will likely continue. Here are five reasons why you should sell now.

A ‘GILD’ed Age — Gilead Sciences

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
The swine-flu scare will no doubt positively impact GILD, as it could manufacturer serums to combat the new strain.

Short Trade: Anadarko Petroleum

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
APC looks like a good candidate for a short sale with a move to below $35.

5 Reasons to Own Sirius XM Radio (SIRI)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Is Sirius XM Radio (SIRI) dead in the water? Hardly. It's true SIRI's stock collapsed to dangerously close to worthless, but the demise of SIRI had nothing to do with its long-term business prospects. Here's what happened, why it happened and why I emphatically believe SIRI deserves a place in your portfolio now.

Scale into Arrow Electronics

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Buy a half-position in ARW at current prices, then add to it on a pullback or breakout.

Barrick Gold Making a Break for It

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
ABX is trading in a huge triangle with support at $29 and the intermediate trendline.

Top Stocks to Avoid for the Rest of the Year

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The aggregate return of these stocks was a negative 13.48% at the end of the second quarter. With an absolute return approach, investors would be theoretically short these stocks, thus generating positive gains when covered. With a loss of 13.48% in the first half of the year, an investor would be well on the way to a fat return at a time when the overall market is flat. I see nothing in the future to suggest a change in this approach.

Corinthian Colleges Poised to Jump

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
COCO's stochastic is ready to give a buy signal and the stock is on support.
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