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.

Top SPAC Merger News This Week: Canoo, XL Fleet, Microvast and 10 More Hot SPACs

There was a lot of SPAC merger news for investors to digest this week. For a quick refresher, dive in with InvestorPlace.

Blockbuster Disney+ Results Will Push Disney Stock to $200

Disney+ will make DIS stock a winner, but potential upside is limited by struggles elsewhere at the Magic Kingdom.

Legalization May Be Years Away, So Steer Clear of Tilray

Yet, the potential for a short squeeze doesn't make the bull case for Tilray stock. With better pot plays (like Canopy) out there, it's best to avoid this "also ran" pot stock.

3 Lithium Stocks Getting a Boost from a Biden Presidency

Over the next four years, lithium stocks are expected to benefit as demand is expected to more than double amid increased production of electric vehicles.

Now Is Not the Time to Load Up on FuelCell Stock

FCEL stock is surging from what a Biden presidency may mean for renewable energy. But hydrogen fuel cells may not be ready to meet the moment.

Lordstown Motors News Alert: Why RIDE Stock Is Driving Higher Friday

Lordstown Motors (RIDE) news for Friday concerning new coverage from Goldman Sachs analyst Mark Delaney has RIDE stock cruising higher.

Did Lordstown Motors Sweep Karma Automotive’s Concerns Under the Rug?

You won’t see Karma Automotive’s lawsuit in Lordstown Motors’ marketing materials. Owners of RIDE stock shouldn’t ignore the news.

FAT Brands Merger: 9 Things for FAT Stock Investors to Know

FAT Brands (FAT) has announced plans to undergo a merger with Fog Cutter Capital Group that have FAT stock soaring higher on Friday.

CGRO Stock: Collective Growth Pops on Innoviz SPAC Merger Announcement

Collective Growth (CGRO) is seeing an increase in CGRO stock following news that the SPAC is undergoing a merger with Innoviz Technologies.

VTVT Stock: Why vTv Therapeutics Is Soaring on Friday

Shares of VTVT stock are taking off on Friday after vTv Therapeutics' parent company purchased 625,000 shares for $1.60 per share.

FIII Stock: 11 Things to Know About Forum Merger and the Electric Last Mile SPAC Merger

Electric Last Mile Solutions is going public thanks to a SPAC merger with Forum Merger III (FIII) and FIII stock is up on the news.

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals News Alert: Why SNOA Stock Is Rocketing Higher Today

Sonoma Pharmaceuticals (SNOA) is in the news Friday after announcing a deal with Crown Laboratories that has SNOA stock on the rise.

SPCE Stock: Virgin Galactic Stock Climbs Ahead of Test Flight

SPCE stock is climbing Friday on confirmation that Virgin Galactic could launch its test flight as earlier as tomorrow.

Canopy Growth Stock Is a Bet on a U.S. Market Which May Not Arrive

CGC stock has rallied since U.S. elections. But recent results show that Canada and the rest of the world aren't enough, leaving the stock in a precarious spot.

TPGY Stock: 18 Things to Know About TPG Pace and the EVBox SPAC Merger

EVBox is going public via a merger with SPAC TPG Pace (TPGY) set to close in Q1 2021 and TPGY stock is soaring as a result.

Without a Big 5G Win, the Clock Could Be Ticking on NOK Stock

Success in the 5G space is the key for Nokia stock but it continues to weaken as the company lags far behind its competitors at this time

Hertz Stock May See Some Post-Pandemic Daylight

The appearance of several Covid-19 vaccines will likely revitalize the travel industry and everything around it, which means the calculus is simple. If more people take to the skies and on road trips again, more will rent cars.

Sunworks Is Highly Speculative Following Its Failed Peck Deal

With a takeover offer now off the table, catalysts for SUNW stock revolve primarily around its balance sheet strength and fulfilling orders.

The Recent Hot Run in Palantir Stock Could Cool in 2021

With shares up more than 106% in a month, investors should be careful with Palantir stock. Upcoming events could reverse its trajectory.