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.

What Lies Ahead for Beyond Meat Stock and the Faux Meat Craze?

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

Only time will tell how successful the faux meat craze, and Beyond Meat stock, will perform in a market filled with competition.

Contrarians Should Rethink Aphria Stock

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

If you can’t stand volatility, neither Aphria stock nor any other marijuana investment is right for you. On the other hand, speculators may want to take a careful look at why cannabis stocks floundered.

Extended Valuation Limits Near-Term Upside in Nvidia Stock

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Jan 15, 2020

In 2020, Nvidia stock is set to continue a battle between improving fundamentals and a stretched valuation.

IBM Stock Slips on Analyst Downgrade in Advance of Q4 Results

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

IBM stock slipped in trading on Monday after Evercore ISI downgraded the stock to “hold” and lowered its price target to $145 from $160.

Visa Buys Plaid for $5.3 Billion as Fintech Consolidation Continues

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

As smaller fintechs emerge, large companies must consolidate. Visa is in the game after purchasing Plaid. What does this mean for V stock?

Betting on General Electric Stock in 2019 Really Paid Off

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

CEO Larry Culp has found incredible success in turning General Electric around. But 2020 may prove to be tricky for GE stock.

Square Stock Is Overvalued but Presents Buy-the-Dip Opportunities

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

Upcoming earnings report for SQ stock should give a better indication whether management can accelerate growth in 2020

Can Alphabet Stock Avoid Becoming a Trillion-Dollar Flash in the Pan?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

On one hand, GOOGL stock is about to enter the trillion-dollar market cap club, which is a huge milestone. But on the other hand, the pressure will be on to deliver justification for such a lofty valuation.

Slowing Growth Will Limit Upside in Sirius XM Stock Significantly

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Jan 15, 2020

Slowing growth trends coupled with valuation risks will significantly weigh on SIRI stock for the foreseeable future.

Snapchat Stock Doesn’t Have Much Growth Left in the Tank

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 15, 2020

Snapchat stock looks unlikely to deliver the kind of gains we saw in 2019, and its high valuation adds a layer of risk, with tougher comparisons on the horizon.

Earnings: Big Banks Are on Pace for a Solid 2020

By Patrick Sanders, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 14, 2020

Bank stocks are reporting Q4 earnings starting this week, but investors should be paying more attention to 2020 guidance. Here's what to look for.