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.

Can the Marlboro Man Ride it Out?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
While a slumping economy causes consumers to cut back on the purchase of many goods and services, tobacco and alcohol continue to be used at pre-recession levels. As a result, companies such as Altria (MO) have not experienced the loss of value which plagues investors in most other sectors of the economy.

Don’t Play Chicken With Pilgrim’s Pride (PPC)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
I suppose safely played, the game of chicken can provide cheap thrills, but for investors I would suggest sticking to the sidelines. Case in point is the recent announcement that Pilgrim's Pride Corporation (PPC) is filing for protection under bankruptcy law.

Ford Motor Credit (FCJ) Bonds: Put Your Cash to Work

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Stocks of the automobile companies have been among the worst performers on the NYSE for the last 2 years, and the bonds of these companies have fared equally as poorly, with one notable exception: Ford Motor Credit Company LLC (FCJ).

The Return of the Decider

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The release of economic data did not take a back seat to the week's significant news events. While the volume of these releases was diminished due to the shortened holiday week, there were some significant surprises on the negative side.

Where Do Investors Go From Here?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Eager to aggressively compete for new business, those making credit decisions are often willing to ignore, or worse, be unaware of, the decisions that contributed to previous asset quality problems at the bank. Ergo, the cycle repeats itself. What does this mean to an investor?

Time to Buy Auto Dealers?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
I've always believed that the best way to make money in the stock market is to buy shares of quality companies when it seems nobody else wants them. If you believe that as well, is there a case to be made for buying AutoNation (AN) shares at current levels?

AT&T Poised for Turnaround

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
T is showing signs of a bottom, with multiple buy signals.

Keep Your Eyes On The Constellation

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Whether from economic worries during a recession or from the desire for a low-cost form of entertainment and indulgence, the sale of alcoholic beverages frequently rises during an economic downturn.

The Builders Are Coming, The Builders Are Coming

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Interestingly, ideas for stabilizing the economy are coming from not just the new Presidential administration. Professional experts and pundits are chiming in with suggestions to help us recover from the morass. One interesting idea deals with the long-suffering real estate market. 

Top 10 Stocks for 2009

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The first-quarter performance of my Top 10 Stocks for 2009 was quite impressive. An equal investment in each would have resulted in a portfolio that is outperforming the market by nearly 500 basis points. That is a huge result considering the negative bias in the market. The question is where do those stocks go from here?

Golden Opportunity with Gabelli Global Gold

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
GGN is showing signs of life by forming double-bottoms with higher volume from buyers.

Is Sealy Corporation (ZZ) Permanently Asleep?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The economy is littered with companies struggling in the wake of the collapsing homebuilding market.  During the boom, companies like Sealy Corporation (ZZ) benefited greatly…

The Axle is Broken

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The domestic auto industry is on its death bed. And I'm not just talking about the Big 3. Suppliers are also teetering on the brink. To the extent Detroit fails many dominos will fall.

Medtronic Bonds Offer Alternative to Stock

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
The strength of the dollar, active litigation, regulatory hurdles, a stressed out economy and strong competition from smaller, more adept companies that can change quickly in response to changing markets and new products are all cited to explain the latest disappointing earnings report from Medtronic (MDT).

Low Oil Benefits American Airlines (AMR)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Back in May, J.P. Morgan forecast a significant sell-off in crude oil in the fourth quarter, down to $92 per barrel. I said even a modest decline in oil prices will spark a relief rally in the airline industry that will send their shares soaring. Boy, was I right. 

Is an S&P Rally in Store?

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
Chances are high stocks will sell off further, but be alert for a dead-cat bounce after such a dramatic breakdown.

MGM Mirage Bonds: The Real Thing?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
In spite of what the commercials suggest, not all things that happen in Vegas stay in Vegas. In fact, events affecting the gambling segment of the entertainment business are having an impact on virtually all segments of the gambling industry.

Yang Out, Yahoo’s Rejoice

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Does the Chief Yahoo get to wear a dunce cap? What a fitting and ignominious end to what will go surely go down as the biggest CEO gaffe in history.

CAT Ready to Roar

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst
CAT, the blue-chip of its industry, is the first to attract attention when it's time to dress up a portfolio.
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