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.

STI, BBT: SunTrust Stock Shines on BB&T Merger News

SunTrust stock is heading higher Thursday on news that it is merging with fellow bank BB&T (BBT) in a deal valued at $66 billion.

Should You Buy Cronos Group Stock on the Dip?

Investors should be cautious about Cronos Group stock because, though the share price has come down, CRON remains an expensive stock.

Take-Two Stock Plunges on Earnings. Now What?

Take-Two Interactive Software took a beating on Wednesday after releasing its third-quarter results. Is it time to buy TTWO stock or not yet?

Zynerba Stock Is Marijuana-Adjacent Play Worth a Look

Zynerba has a CBD gel that looks like a promising treatment for various neurological diseases. What does it mean for ZYNE stock?

Twitter Finally Admits It’s Not a Growth Stock

Twitter stock is falling despite beating earnings estimates, the product of a strong third quarter and changing investor expectations.

Don’t Buy Apple Stock Hoping for a Netflix Acquisition

In a world where everything is increasingly connected, an Apple-Netflix tie-up makes sense. But, such a blockbuster deal likely won't happen.

Even as It Starts Popping, SNAP Stock Is Not for the Risk-Averse

In addition to flat DAUs in the first quarter of fiscal 2019, Snap expects revenue to grow by at least 24% to $285 million while its adjusted EBITDA loss is projected to drop by at least 24% to $165 million.

After The Post-Earnings Pop, Upside for Yum China Stock Looks Limited

The 15% post-earnings pop in YUMC stock, while warranted, also pushes the stock up to levels from which further upside is limited.

iRobot Earnings: IRBT Stock Soars on Strong Q4 Earnings, Guidance

iRobot earnings (IRBT) topped expectations as revenue surged 17.7% year-over-year, helping to lift IRBT stock more than 14% after the bell.

Fortinet Earnings: FTNT Stock Gains as Q4 Revenue Surges 22%

Fortinet earnings (FTNT) came in ahead of what analysts projected and its revenue gained close to 22% year-over-year, sending FTNT stock up.

Zynga Earnings: ZNGA Stock Surges on Q4 Earnings Miss, Billings Beat

Zynga earnings (ZNGA) were mixed on Wednesday afternoon as earnings and revenue missed the mark but billings impressed, lifting ZNGA stock.

GoPro Earnings: GPRO Stock Edges Higher on Strong Q4 EPS, Sales

GoPro earnings and revenue topped Wall Street's expectations, helping to lift GPRO stock up about 0.8% after hours late Wednesday afternoon.

FireEye Earnings: FEYE Stock on Q4 EPS Beat, Weak Q1 Guidance

FireEye earnings (FEYE) beat estimates but the company's first-quarter adjusted loss guidance missed estimates, sending FEYE stock sinking.

Chipotle Earnings: CMG Stock Skyrockets on Q4 Earnings, Sales Beat

Chipotle earnings (CMG) were released late afternoon Wednesday and the chain's results came in ahead of estimates, sending CMG stock soaring.

Amazon Stock Could Be Hurt by an Emerging Trend

Analysts expect Amazon Prime's torrid growth to continue. But they're overlooking a key risk factor for AMZN and AMZN stock.

Apple Retail Shakeup: SVP Angela Ahrendts Departing the Company

Apple announced that SVP of Retail Angela Ahrendts is leaving the company amid a shift to push iPhone sales and improve customer service.

Amyris Stock Can Run Much Higher Than You Think

Amyris' move into cannabis has turned AMRS stock into a marijuana equity, and hemp legalization will help propel AMRS to multi-year highs.

Take-Two Interactive Stock Tanks on Gloomy Guidance

Take-Two Interactive stock was hit hard on Wednesday after announcing a poor guidance for the rest of its fiscal 2019 year.

Spotify Earnings: Why SPOT Stock Is Sliding Lower Today

The Spotify earnings report for the fourth quarter of 2018 has SPOT stock down on Wednesday due to a slight revenue miss.