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.

Caught In Beijing’s Crosshairs, Alibaba Stock Has Become Riskier

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
BABA stock is reflecting that risk, residing almost 24% below its 52-week high. The saga started last year when Alibaba founder Jack Ma sought to bring the fintech arm of his empire, Ant Group, public. The goal was to raise at least $30 billion, which would have shattered initial public offering (IPO) records, but Ma used some unusual tactics, drawing the ire of Beijing in the process.

Ocugen Is Hanging On By a Thread With Its Latest Indian Biotech Deal

By Mark R. Hake, CFA
Ocugen is hanging on by a thread with its latest Indian biotech deal. OCGN stock looks to be a highly speculative play with a negative expected return.

It’s Hard to Bet Against Advanced Micro Devices, but Shares Could Be Topping Out

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor
Even so, considering the risk shares "grow into the valuation," as rivals catch up (and tech stocks potentially correct or cool off), there's not much reason to buy AMD stock at today's prices. Bottom line: don't bet against it, but stay on the sidelines for now.

While It’s Holding Steady Now, Get Ready to Bail on Palantir Stock

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor
The problem? Upside may be minimal. With valuation stretched, it's hard to see PLTR stock surging to $30 per share (and beyond). So, with runway limited, and downside massive, what's the call? Sell into strength as shares hold steady at today's prices.

Risky Marathon Patent Can Still Bring Home the Goods

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Though MARA stock is a risky play on the crypto-mining business, with the paradigm shift in the blockchain it’s worth a speculative look.

Don’t Wait For Workhorse Stock To Pull Its Load For a While

By Mark R. Hake, CFA
Don't wait for Workhorse to pull its load. WKHS stock looks fully valued, trading at 11x earnings five years in the future.

Tesla Stock: The Case For A $1 Trillion Market Cap Is Unplugged From Reality

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor
There is a long track record of market bubbles peaking at round numbers, like a potential $1 trillion market cap for Tesla stock. Wayne Duggan suggests staying on the sidelines.

The 5G Stocks Opportunity Everyone’s Missing

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
The 5G rollout over the next seven to 10 years is creating a massive long-term investment opportunity. Maybe even bigger than what happened during the rise of the internet in the 1990s.

How These Fast-Charging EV Battery Stocks Could Juice Up Your Portfolio

By Eric Fry, Editor, Fry's Investment Report
The need for more lithium-ion batteries means more demand for battery metals. That makes this moment a rare investing opportunity for one battery metal in particular.

For Pfizer, the Covid-19 Vaccine ‘Honeymoon’ Is Over

By Lou Carlozo, InvestorPlace Contributor
PFE stock never enjoyed the same run-up in the Covid-19 vaccine race as its competitors, even though it crossed the finish line first.

7 Stocks With Clues From Insider Trading

By Mark Putrino, CMT
Insider trading can give outside investors valuable clues and insights. This includes both insider buying and selling.

Airbnb Is Undoubtedly Expensive, But It’s a Great Reopening Play

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor
Over the near- to medium-term, Airbnb isn't just a disruptor. It fills a void. The Covid-19 pandemic isn't just altering the travel and leisure business, it's shifting travelers' priorities. With all the shelter-in-place orders and shutdowns, many folks haven't seen family and friends that live in other regions in sometime. That is to say the standard American vacation to a destination market isn't what travelers are after.

Expectations for Pershing Square Tontine Look Overdone

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
PSTH stock has had a big run and the leadership certainly looks strong. However, a merger may not meet the lofty expectations of this SPAC.

Twitter Stock Is Presently Caught in the Political Crosshairs

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
With rising unrest creating all manners of controversy for Twitter stock, the shares have been very volatile recently. But over time, the heat on Twitter will fade because opinions on the extreme ends of the ideological spectrum usually don’t last.

The Best Bet For Sundial Growers Looks to Be a Takeover

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor
SNDL stock has surged 273% since Election Day. But the company still looks tremendously flawed, and may wind up being a takeover target.

Why FuboTV Shares May Be Worth a Big Bet

By Chris Lau, InvestorPlace Contributor
fuboTV faces a massive bearish attack that result in further selling ahead or a sharp rebound in the medium term, as the firm proves itself.

BlackBerry Stock’s +100% Gains Could Be Just the Start

By Thomas Yeung, CFA, InvestorPlace Markets Analyst
With BB Stock up 100% since November, investors have been asking themselves if its too late to jump in. Why shares could still deliver more.

Ideanomics Is An Interesting EV Play For The Long-Haul

By Muslim Farooque, InvestorPlace Contributor
IDEX stock is a fascinating EV play with a unique business model providing a comprehensive service for EV adoption

QuantumScape Will Be a Day Trader’s Dream for a While

By InvestorPlace Research Staff
QS stock has been a roller-coaster, and it's likely to stay that way until investors have a better handle on the company's potential.
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