Hot Stocks

Hot stocks are not about hype. They emerge when powerful themes, policy shifts, and capital flows converge. InvestorPlace analysts track fast-moving market narratives, especially in technology, AI, and infrastructure, to identify stocks drawing outsized attention and explain what is really driving those moves.

Merck Earnings: Why MRK Stock Is 3% Lower Despite Q1 Beats

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Merck (MRK) earnings for the pharmaceutical company's first quarter of 2020 have MRK stock falling Tuesday despite beating estimates.

Robust Visa Stock Looks Volatile Ahead of Earnings

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
Decreased consumer spending will likely hurt Visa's earnings and the short-term price of robust V stock, but company history is reassuring.

United Parcel Service Earnings: UPS Stock Falls 5% on Q1 Miss

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
United Parcel Service (UPS) earnings for the delivery company's first quarter of the year have UPS stock falling on Tuesday.

Southwest Airlines Earnings: LUV Stock Ticks 3% Higher Despite Q1 Loss

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Southwest Airlines (LUV) earnings for the travel company's first quarter of 2020 have LUV stock heading higher on Tuesday.

American Airlines’ First Quarter Results Might Not Be Too Bad 

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
From a revenue and earnings standpoint, American is expected to deliver $9.15 billion and a loss of $2.16 a share in the first quarter. That puts earnings and sales lower by 288% and 19%, respectively, over the fourth quarter and 515% and 14%, respectively, over the first quarter last year.

Up 51% in the Past Month, Does Beyond Meat Have More Upside?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Of the 20 analysts covering Beyond Meat, only four have a buy rating. The rest are either a hold (12), underweight (2), and outright sell (2). As for the analysts’ average 12-month target price, it is $78.89, 21% lower than where Beyond Meat’s stock is currently trading.

Long-Term Bull Amazon May Be Overhyped Ahead of Q1 Earnings

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
For obvious reasons, Amazon stock has moved significantly higher from the coronavirus pandemic. But with sky-high expectations for grocery delivery sales, AMZN could risk falling short.

Don’t Buy Nokia Stock Before Its Q1 Report

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nokia's first-quarter report will be crucial for Nokia stock. Investors should watch for updates on 5G and the new CEO's performance.

Can Q1 Earnings Help Twitter Lift Out of the Doldrums?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
With millions forced to shelter at home, Twitter stock is a natural winner in terms of added viewership. But will this be enough to impress investors ahead of its Q1 earnings report?

Is Exxon Mobil Stock a Bargain?

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
With everything going on in the world right now, Exxon Mobil stock is on sale. But not all sales are worth buying.

Sure Hilton Closed 1,000 Hotels, but Don’t Jump Ship on Hilton Stock

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
And while it’s true that Hilton is going to suffer greatly from Covid-19, if one of the world’s largest hotel chains can’t bounce back, I doubt it really matters what happens to the markets; we’ll all be penniless and living in shanty huts.

iQiyi Could Feel the Sting of Investor Lawsuits

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
IQ stock faces a volatile year with class action lawsuits filed on behalf of investors accusing the Chinese video streaming company of fraud.

Until Trust Is Regained, It’s Best to Avoid CCL Stock

By David Moadel, InvestorPlace Contributor
It might be profitable eventually, but holding a position in CCL stock won't be easy. Are you sure you want to sail those choppy seas?

The AbbVie Buyout is Not a Sure Thing for Allergan Stock Investors

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
The coronavirus has completely changed the narrative on AbbVie’s buyout of AGN. Allergan stock holders banking on it should reconsider.

Now May Be the Time to Take Profits in Qualcomm Stock

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor
Qualcomm stock could face headwinds due to further supply chain and revenue disruptions as the COVID-19 pandemic continues.

Setting the Record Straight on 5G Health Concerns

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Some conspiracy theorists are claiming that increased exposure to 5G radiation "lowers immune systems" and makes people more susceptible to the coronavirus. Here's the truth.

What to Expect From TSLA Stock Earnings

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor
Tesla EPS will likely drop back into negative territory in the first quarter, just like it did last year. But TSLA stock bulls will likely continue to buy the stock no matter what numbers the company reports.

Positive Developments for GE Stock Are Mounting

By Larry Ramer, InvestorPlace Contributor
Boeing reopened a key factory and states are allowing hospitals to resume elective surgeries. That's good news for GE stock.

General Electric Stock Will Take Longer to Rebound Than You Think

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor
The best approach to GE stock right now is to wait and see what happens after earnings. There are several headwinds for it to overcome, but you shouldn't completely write it off.
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