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.

3 Beaten-Down Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Before the End of 2018

By Tezcan Gecgil, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

Semiconductor stocks will likely continue to experience volatility in November, but that may create several buying opportunities. Here are three stocks to buy.

Starbucks Layoffs: Seattle Headquarters to Face Job Cuts

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 14, 2018

A new round of Starbucks layoffs will have the company reducing the number of corporate employees that it has by roughly 5%.

Macy’s Stock Drops Despite Q3 Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 14, 2018

Macy's stock was down on Wednesday despite the company's reporting a solid earnings beat for the third quarter of the year.

Why Canada Goose Stock Is Flying Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Nov 14, 2018

Canada Goose stock was flying high on Wednesday following the release of its earnings report for its fiscal second quarter of 2019.

Amazon Stock Is Unstoppable With Alexa Ad Revenue Revving Up

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

AMZN is starting to make money with Alexa and that's going to huge for Amazon stock. Here's what investors need to know.

Is Goldman Sachs the Best Bank Stock to Buy?

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

Is Goldman Sachs the best bank stock to buy? Judged by its price action, GS stock is unhealthy right now, despite its low valuation.

Hold Onto Walmart Stock Despite Its Stretched Valuation

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

The sensational rally of Walmart stock won't go on forever. But there's a good chance WMT stock can keep climbing into 2019.

Why Alibaba Stock Still Has Plenty of Better Days Ahead

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

BABA stock is still a long-term winner, and Alibaba management has proven that it can deliver on its promises.

Walmart Stock Is Sending Too Many Mixed Signals Ahead of Earnings

By Rick Pendergraft, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 14, 2018

Given all of the information regarding WMT stock, I wouldn’t do anything with Walmart ahead of earnings. Here's what you need to know.

JCPenney Stock Is Still Not Cheap Enough

By Nicolas Chahine, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 13, 2018

JCP stock is proof that some falling knives are meant to hit the floor, as JCPenney is far from its glory days and merely a trading vehicle now.

10 Hot Restaurant Stocks to Watch

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Nov 13, 2018

The restaurant industry has been broadly successful over the past several months, and these ten restaurant stocks are a big reason why.