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.

Scholastic Earnings: SCHL Stock Heads 12% Higher on Q2 Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Scholastic (SCHL) earnings for the publishing company's fiscal second quarter of 2020 have SCHL stock soaring after markets closed Thursday.

Darden Restaurants Earnings: DRI Stock Slips 6% on Slumping Sales

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Darden Restaurants (DRI) earnings for the restaurant company's fiscal second quarter of 2020 have DRI stock falling on Thursday.

Conagra Earnings: CAG Stock Soars 18% on Big Q2 Beats

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Conagra (CAG) earnings for the packaged food company's fiscal second quarter of 2020 have CAG stock soaring higher on Thursday.

Accenture Earnings: 5 Things for ACN Stock Investors to Know

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Accenture (ACN) earnings for the professional services company's fiscal first quarter of 2020 have ACN stock up on Thursday.

Rite Aid Earnings: RAD Stock Rockets 43% Higher on Better-Than-Expected Q3

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer
Rite Aid (RAD) earnings for the U.S. pharmacy company's third quarter of fiscal 2020 have RAD stock flying high on Thursday.

Why Microsoft Stock Might Take a Pause in 2020

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
MSFT stock posted massive gains in 2019, but a higher valuation and a lack of catalysts increase the likelihood of a correction in 2020.

Can Aurora Stock Put More Time on the Clock?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
You won’t find too many people arguing that ACB stock is the ugliest among the cannabis majors. But if Aurora can just hold on, compelling global catalysts exist.

Bridging the Web and Telephone Systems Powers Twilio Stock, but Carries Risks

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Twilio stock has slumped 35% since July, but investment analysts have TWLO pegged for a return to growth in 2020.

The Bitcoin Price Is Crumbling: Here’s How to Profit

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor
Many factors have likely converged to take down the price of bitcoin recently. However, in the bigger picture, the digital market may be setting up for another big rally.

Investors Should Avoid Nokia Stock in Favor of Ericsson Stock

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
NOK is the corporate world's answer to Murphy's Law, meaning that everything that can go wrong for the telecom equipment maker has gone wrong. While ERIC stock offers less of a potential upside, it is a safer bet than NOK stock.

Pair-Trading Cannabis Stocks: Go Long THC and Short CBD

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor
Cannabis stocks have taken a huge hit in 2019 and will likely remain volatile while the industry goes through its growing pains. Long-term cannabis bulls can consider mitigating their portfolio risk by going long top legal cannabis producers and short CBD-focused stocks.

Nokia and the Problem with “Contrarian” Investing

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nokia's plunge might look to some like a contrarian opportunity. But investors need to understand what a "contrarian opportunity" truly is.

Nio Stock Can Pay Off Big in 2020 Despite All Its Risks

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nio stock has been battered through most of 2019, but has put together a modest recovery that has now lasted six weeks.

Aphria Is Still Losing Money Despite Management Guidance

By Mark R. Hake, CFA
Aphria is still losing money despite management guidance. Free cash flow was negative in the latest quarter and its cash balance fell fruther despite management's rosy outlook.

Valuation Challenges Will Cool the Qualcomm Stock Rally

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst
Qualcomm stock has a bright future, but further upside in 2020 will be limited by what has become a stretched valuation.

Valuation, Competitive Threats Make Alteryx Stock a Sell

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
AYX has carved out a lucrative niche in the data analytics industry, but its valuation and competitive threats bode poorly for AYX stock.

Teva Pharmaceuticals May Be a Speculator’s Dream Stock

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
For risk-averse investors, TEVA stock has many questions that make it a rough pick. But for the hardened speculator, it might be worth a shot.

Amazon Profit Growth Woes Leaves Immediate Future Uncertain

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor
Increased competition has led to falling profit growth with Amazon, leaving investors unsure of how to trade this equity in the short term.

After Rejecting Takeover Bid, Sorrento Stock Remains An Opportunity

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor
After rejecting a takeover bid, SRNE stock could move higher. But given the risks, do your homework before buying Sorrento.
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