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.

Cybersecurity Stocks: What Is the Go-To Play for Investors?

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor Dec 18, 2019

The best defense against cyberattacks is buying the right cybersecurity software. And the companies that make the best of the best will be the cyber go-tos for investors.

Shopify Stock Is a Strong Buy on a Sizable Pullback

By Ian Cooper, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

In the near-term, the valuation of Shopify stock has become overextended. But investors should buy SHOP stock on weakness.

The Hype Behind iQiyi Stock Is Justified … For Now

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

Although risky Chinese stocks make me uneasy, there is much that I like about IQ stock in terms of its business model and potential growth.

Plug Power Growth Strategy Raises Dilution Questions

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

Plug Power has had a great 2019. However, there may be more than meets the eye when it comes to the company's growth strategy -- and you should keep that in mind before putting in that buy order.

The 8 Biggest Investing Surprises of 2019

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

Few years were as packed with domestic concerns and geopolitical tensions quite like 2019. Here are some names that saw a surprising impact.

Could Aurora Cannabis Be Heading to Zero?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

I couldn’t have been more wrong about the near-term direction of Aurora’s stock price, but you don’t see me bellyaching about the deterioration of Aurora’s business. The global cannabis industry is still in the early stages of its development. It’s natural for there to be winners and losers along the way.

Nokia Illustrates the Risk of Betting on 5G

By Chris Markoch, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

While the 5G rollout is a major opportunity for telecom players, Nokia has a credibility issue that detracts from its equity.

Investors Should Ask These Two Questions Before Buying VMWare Stock

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

Although VMWare stock has some positives, both its underlying industry and how it is structured makes it a questionable buy for most investors.

Pinterest Stock Direction Hinges on Rapid Global Monetization Successes

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor Dec 18, 2019

Consider PINS stock as a short-term play. A crumb of good news could send shares higher next year. But long term, tread carefully.