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.

Will MBIA (MBI) Remain Solvent?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Short sellers are convinced that the aggregate exposure of MBIA to continued deterioration of the credit quality of its assets will in all likelihood render the company insolvent in the near future. It remains to be seen if they are right.

Gabelli Global Gold in an Uptrend

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
GGN's double-bottom at $8 has been confirmed and the stock is in an uptrend with a buy signal from the stochastic.

Recession-Proof Stocks: AutoZone (AZO) Prospers as Automakers Falter

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
For some companies, a recession presents opportunity. Autozone (AZO) is prospering even as auto sales are slumping. It blew out earnings as auto sales continue their steep slide.

New Contracts Could Boost Cogent Systems (COGT)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Biometric identification systems provider Cogent Systems Inc. (COGT) lowered their guidance for 2009, but Analysts believe...

Odyssey HealthCare Prospers as Boomers Age

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The aging United States population is increasing the demand for hospice related services. As the population bubble continues to move through the age brackets, the availability of these services and the ability to pay for them through private resources or Medicare also grows.

Metavante Benefits at the Expense of Financials

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Metavante Technologies Inc. (MV) in early February reported earnings for its first full year of operation as a public company after being spun-off from Marshall & Ilsley Corp. (MI).

Applied Signal Technology (APSG) a Strong Buy

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
One of the few companies approaching its 52-week highs in this lousy market environment is Applied Signal Technology Inc. (APSG), a maker of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance products.

Analysts Rate JRCC a Buy. Are They Wrong?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The decline of the United States and global economies has had a major negative impact on the coal mining industry. As industrial production wanes so also does the consumption of electricity. And as electric consumption drops, the demand for coal lessens as well.

Light at the End of the Tunnel for this Stock

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
In the depths of recession BARE trades for less than $3 per share, until today that is. At a time when the market is expecting a never ending malaise and possible bankruptcy for BARE, the company delivered results that show there may be a light at the end of the tunnel.

Deckers (DECK) Beats Earnings Lowers Guidance

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Shares of footwear maker Deckers Outdoor Corp. (DECK) are getting hammered in morning trading after the company posted higher-than-expected fourth quarter profit but forecast its 2009 profit will be below estimates.

Dynergy (DYN) Weathering the Storm

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
While the deteriorating fundamentals affecting its industry may be of concern to some, Dynegy's balance sheet is favorably structured to withstand adverse economic forces.

Uncertainty in Obama Health Care Plan Hurts Express Scripts (ESRX)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Until the details of Obama's health care reform proposals are unveiled companies in the business of delivering health care services are likely to experience depressed equity prices.

Will DineEquity (DIN) Survive This Recession?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Under the heading of "Wonders Never Cease," shares of restaurant operator DineEquity Inc. (DIN) rose 13 percent on Wednesday after the company posted a surprise profit, albeit on an adjusted basis.

Orbitz (OWW) Feeling the Pain in Downturn

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Orbitz Worldwide Inc. (OWW) reported mixed results in its release of fourth-quarter and 2008 full-year earnings this week.

Hertz (HTZ) Downsizing as Rentals Decline

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
In a move referred to as "right sizing", Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) will be reducing its fleet to a level below demand and is preparing for further reductions if demand continues to decline.

The Slow Death of JC Penney (JCP)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Shares of department store operator JC Penney (JCP) continue to get cheaper by the day and for good reason. Despite announcing fourth-quarter results which were…

Home Depot (HD) Finally Ready to Roll

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
It has been a long road for Home Depot (HD). The company has been struggling for a number of years now as a result of poor decisions and a weakening housing market and economy.

Fitness Segment May Save Brunswick (BC)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Brunswick Corporation recently reported earnings that put the spotlight on how the faltering consumer economy is affecting businesses in the personal entertainment area.

Jarden (JAH) Playing Close to the Vest

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Jarden (JAH) recently reported fourth-quarter and full-year results for 2008 to mixed reviews from analysts and investors.
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