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.

Spotify Earnings: SPOT Stock Soars 14% on Strong Q3

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Oct 28, 2019

Spotify (SPOT) earnings for the music streaming company's third quarter of 2019 have SPOT stock soaring Monday on strong results.

Verizon Stock Will Benefit From Sticking to What it Does Best

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

VZ stock still trails AT&T on its yield and price-to-earnings ratio, but Verizon is looking safer as it focuses on wireless.

Can Square Stop the Slide of SQ Stock?

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

Square stock has dropped sharply as various payments and tech stocks have skidded lower. Is SQ stock worth buying on weakness?

AT&T Earnings: T Stock Jumps 4% on Q3 Beat, Outlook

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Oct 28, 2019

AT&T (T) earnings for the wireless company's third quarter of 2019 have T stock on its way up Monday after beating EPS and revenue estimates.

Can Johnson and Johnson Survive this Latest Controversy?

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

Just as Johnson and Johnson was working to put aside its legal troubles, a fresh asbestos controversy occurred. Still, the case for JNJ stock isn’t as terrible as you might think due to society’s willingness to forget scandals over time.

4 Popular Companies That Are Sin Stocks Now

By Robert Waldo, InvestorPlace Senior Web Editor Oct 28, 2019

Sometimes making money comes at the price of your health or soul. It's time to rethink the sin stocks classification and consider adding a few other names into the mix. Here are four potentially "sinful" stocks to watch.

More Than Just a Search Engine Will Move Alphabet Stock

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

When Alphabet reports earnings this afternoon, look beyond its search business to move Google stock. If earnings come in light, buy GOOGL.

Earnings Are Big for AMD Stock — and the Entire Chip Sector

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

The AMD stock price is rallying into earnings amid semiconductor optimism. Strong earnings can drive a breakout; disappointment could upend the sector.

The One Thing iQiyi Stock Needs to Return to Glory

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

There is a possible comeback for IQ stock. But several levels of resistance stand in the way of past glory. The earnings report will be pivotal.

Keep Tesla Stock Earnings Beat in Perspective

By Wayne Duggan, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

Tesla reported better-than-expected earnings, cash flow and margin numbers in the third quarter. But the gain in TSLA has been nuts.

Has Aurora Cannabis Stock Finally Bottomed Out?

By Brad Moon, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

With the Canadian recreational cannabis market finally gaining some steam, is ACB stock poised to recover from its seven-month slump?

Would a Sam’s Club Spinoff Boost Walmart Stock?

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

A spinoff of Sam's Club would be great for Walmart stock because it would raise capital. The move would be positive for WMT stock price.

Here’s Why ACB Stock Can Cultivate a 2020 Comeback

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

Will Aurora Cannabis stock recover here 2020? Here's what you need to know about the company's plans for next year.

Nvidia Stock Seems Overvalued Heading Into Next Month’s Earnings Report

By Thomas Niel, InvestorPlace Contributor Oct 28, 2019

If you bought Nvidia stock at a lower price point, it may be prime time to cash in your chips. But for anyone taking a look today, the party may already be over.