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.

Occidental Petroleum May Only Be a Gamble on the Short Side

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

Financially, Occidental Petroleum’s willingness to pay dividends in cash, not shares of OXY stock is encouraging. Ultimately, though, oil demand will determine OXY’s trajectory and it’s here where the story is falling apart.

Here’s How Sirius XM Stock Could Soar 60%

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Oct 1, 2020

While work-from-home is a permanent shift, reduced consumer mobility is not, so buy the dip in SIRI stock.

Wait for a Correction In Tech Before Buying Snowflake Stock

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

It's a matter of when, not if, today's tech bubble bursts. So why buy SNOW stock now, when you can jump in later at a lower price?

PepsiCo Earnings: PEP Stock Ticks Lower Despite Strong 3Q Figures

By Nick Clarkson, Web Editor Oct 1, 2020

Pepsico earnings on Thursday have PEP stock down less than 1% despite strong results and updated EPS and revenue guidance for FY2020.

Is It Time to End the Debate About Workhorse Stock?

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

Electric vehicles are no longer a political punching bag, and that's good news for the long-term fortunes of WKHS stock.

Now Is Not a Good Time to Buy Apple Stock

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

I'm a big fan of Apple's business and its stock as a long-term investment. But sky-high 5G iPhone expectations have overinflated AAPL stock.

It’s a Huge Gamble, but at These Prices, Occidental Petroleum Stock Might Be a Buy

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

Occidental Petroleum paid Warren Buffett’s quarterly preferred dividend payment with cash instead of OXY stock. Does that make it a buy?

Nokia Stock Won’t Escape Geopolitics Forever

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

If you’re looking for short-term profits, Nokia stock may offer a discounted opportunity. However, be aware that trouble is looming over the horizon.

5 Stocks the Insiders are Buying

By Ian Cooper, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

From the C-suite to the board room, five familiar names are seeing increased insider buying. Should you follow them in?

Palantir Stock: Peter Thiel’s Shiny Object Needs Money

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

Palantir's S-1 ahead of the PLTR stock debut describes an obsolete technology and business model that may have trouble competing in the commercial AI market.

AMC Entertainment Shares Aren’t Worth the Price of Admission

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 1, 2020

Here's a spoiler alert for you. If you're holding AMC stock in hopes of a quick turnaround, don't expect a happy ending in 2020 at least.

Novavax Gains With Start of Phase 3 Vaccine Trial

By Larry Sullivan, InvestorPlace contributor Oct 1, 2020

The announcement of a Phase 3 vaccine trial in the United Kingdom keeps Novavax in contention and shares NVAX stock on investors’ radar.