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.

5 Bargain Stocks to Buy Now

Stocks are cheap, and they're on sale. Here are 5 bargains to buy now.

Despite Sell-off, S&P Says to Stay Long

With the SPX sitting just above its 900-820 support zone, we will stay long and cautiously add to oversold positions.

A Foursquare Trade in Cubic Corp.

Since its October low, CUB has established a chart pattern that is close to perfect.

Rohm and Hass (ROH) Sales Down 13 Percent

Rohm and Haas Company (ROH) announced on Monday that its fourth-quarter earnings fell to $32 million or 17 cents per share from $180 million, or 91 cents per share from a year ago.

Whirlpool Corp. (WHR): Better Days Ahead?

After two years of decimation in the homebuilding sector is Whirlpool (WHR) now worthy of investment consideration?

Weekly Credit Market Report

Economic reports released this past week is further evidence that the economy continues in its recessionary mode.

Akamai (AKAM) Performs Beyond Expectations

Shares of Akamai Technologies Inc. (AKAM) surged 18 percent higher on Thursday after the company's fourth quarter earnings report beat Wall Street's expectations.

Investors Take Profits on Dollar Tree

Apparently investors believe that now is the time to get out of their positions in Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR). How else does one explain the…

Show Me the Money: 5 Top Investing Ideas

Many investors have simply given up on the markets in light of the huge losses during the last year or so. But for those brave souls who are persevering, now is the time for opportunity. And the Money Show is a great place to find ideas that can propel your portfolio forward during difficult times. Here are some of the best ideas from this month's show.

Is OSI Pharmaceuticals (OSIP) a Hit or Miss?

Shares of biotech drug firm OSI Pharmaceuticals (OSIP) soared 16 percent higher on Tuesday after a late stage trial found that its cancer pill, Tarceva, when combined with Genentech's Avastin, extended the time patients with advanced lung cancer lived without the disease getting worse.

Corporate Bonds: A Case for Williams Companies (WMB)

A close look at Williams Companies (WMB) offers a case study of why an investor should have corporate bonds in their portfolio.

Qs on the Edge

The QQQQs could either break to the upside or continue in the sideways pattern.

Why You Can’t Afford to Ignore China

In a world that's been crippled by the U.S. financial crisis, the bailout and collapsing consumer and investor confidence, the flood of capital pouring into China will not only put powerful upward pressure under the stock prices of companies that are fueling China's new growth but will also change the face of Wall Street forever. Get details here plus where the biggest profits will be made.

Rockwell (ROK) Hit Hard as Demand Deteriorates

When things go bad for the manufacturing industry, they get even worse for their material vendors and their equipment suppliers.

A Game of Survival For Macy’s (M)

On Monday Macy's (M) announced that it was taking immediate steps to preserve cash during the current crisis. The company slashed its dividend to $0.05 per share and announced 7,000 job cuts causing shares to fall by more than $1 in the immediate aftermath of the news.

Not Recession-Proof. Hitachi (HIT) Posts $4.1B Loss

Once considered recession-proof due to its presence in a wide range of products, Hitachi (HIT), Japan's largest electronics manufacturing concern, has joined the ranks of companies facing massive restructuring needs as the global economy contracts.

Overstock (OSTK): A Rational Reason to Buy

On the same day that online retailer Amazon (AMZN) hit a homerun with its earnings report, Overstock.com (OSTK) announced that it too had generated a profit that was greater than expected.

Deere on the Run

DE had a false breakout but has pulled back to support and issued a buy signal.

The Real Super Bowl Winner Is…

While I enjoy the entertainment value of the Super Bowl commercials there is a ton of investment value that can be gleaned by watching the advertisements. The four quarters of commercials provide a condensed glimpse into the world of consumers.