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.

Disappointing 5G User Experiences Could Slow Qualcomm Down

5G rollouts have come with plenty of glitches and slow connections. So don't count on 5G-enabled phones selling that quickly soon.

Axsome Therapeutics News: AXSM Stock Rockets 76% on Depressive Disorder Drug Results

Axsome Therapeutics (AXSM) news for Monday about results from the company's Phase 3 Trial of AXS-05 has AXSM stock rocketing higher.

Boeing News: BA Stock Slides 4% on Possible 737 Max Production Cuts

Boeing (BA) is dealing with troubling news about the 737 Max and possible production cuts that have BA stock falling on Monday.

Amarin’s Vascepa Approval Seems Fishy for Patients and AMRN Investors

What does the FDA's recent approval of Vascepa mean for Amarin stock? Is the company really a target for buyout offers?

Bank of America Will Likely Continue Massive Stock Buybacks

BofA will likely continue massive buybacks of its stock due to excess capital and high profitability. Buy Bank of America stock on pullbacks like this summer when economic fears rose when the yield turned negative.

Shopify Stock Has Runway, but Don’t Buy It Just Yet

The company's potential could also make it a takeover target. It would entail a huge cash outlay. But a tech giant like Microsoft could synergize Shopify with its Azure cloud services, giving Amazon a run for its money. Yet, the current valuation accounts for these opportunities. Wait for a pullback to make a move. For now, stay on the sidelines with Shopify.

Battle Over Censorship and Communication Matters for Facebook Stock

Facebook stock has been a winner in 2019, creating a global network for communication that could either free or destroy the world.

4 Large-Cap Stocks Rallying Hard

With 2020 right around the corner, these large-cap stocks are rallying hard thanks to analyst upgrades and recent headlines.

If You Like VMware Stock, Buy Microsoft Instead

VMW faces a difficult transition to the cloud. So why buy VMW stock when Microsoft stock makes more sense? 

Why Alphabet Stock Is a Good, But Not a Great, Investment for 2020

Alphabet stock is a great addition to any long-term growth portfolio, but GOOG stock won't rally too much in 2020.

Legalization 2.0 Should Ignite Aphria Stock Rally 2.0

Given its profits amid an industry slowdown, Aphria stock should move higher as legalization 2.0 draws investors, consumers to APHA.

Bank of America Stock Could Move Higher But Be Careful!

On one hand, Bank of America stock appeals for its upside potential and relatively reasonable valuation. However, BofA depends on a robust economy and that’s not a guarantee in 2020.

Upgrade Further Boosts the Case for General Electric Stock

While General Electric stock has many challenges in its recovery process, the bullish case is becoming more believable.

Okta Stock Will Not Disappoint Investors, Even if There’s Profit-Taking

Okta fulfilled a business need of security management, where its demand just keeps growing.

Be Careful; Tesla Stock Has Been Here Before

Tesla stock has nearly doubled from late May lows, and bulls are dancing. But $350 long has been an impossible level for TSLA stock to hold.

Canopy Growth Stock Popped — What’s Going On?

Canopy Growth stock has enjoyed a rare week of good news. But investors should hold off on buying CGC stock for now.

Lululemon Athletica Faces New Rivals to Beat in Fashion’s Premier League

Lulu stock's market cap of $29 billion can only be sustained and expanded by its growing into a big league fashion brand.

Like Its Burger, BYND Stock is a Matter of Taste and That’s a Problem

The potential for Beyond Meat stock is certainly alluring. However, shares are levered too heavily on fickle consumer tastes, not necessarily a good thing.

Lessons From Three of My Best Stock Picks

When it comes to making stock picks, I believe in running the numbers -- and in being guided by them.