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.

Hibbett Sports Stock Plummets After Surprising Q2 Miss

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 24, 2018

Hibbett Sports (HIBB) stock was falling hard on Friday following the release of a surprise earnings miss for its fiscal second quarter of 2019.

Foot Locker Stock Falls Hard Despite Q2 Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 24, 2018

Foot Locker (FL) stock was down on Friday despite the company reporting an earnings beat for the second quarter of 2018.

Why Splunk Stock Is Soaring Today

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 24, 2018

Splunk (SPLK) stock was flying high on Friday following the release of its earnings report for its fiscal second quarter of 2019.

Box Stock: Finding a Place in the Cloud Ecosystem

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 24, 2018

Box stock has become a favorite institutional investment and is now growing steadily under "seasoned" CEO Aaron Levie, 32.

Why Microsoft Stock Looks Like So Many Other Stocks Right Now

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 24, 2018

Near all-time highs, the core questions surrounding MSFT stock are a lot like those facing the economy as a whole right now. How much growth is left? And how much are investors willing to pay - even for quality companies like Microsoft?

Children’s Place Stock Is Still Worth a Look Despite Earnings Stumble

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 24, 2018

PLCE stock faces tough competition, but with the earnings and revenue beat, financials do not justify the sell-off in Children's Place.

National Waffle Day 2018: Where Are the Deals?

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 24, 2018

Today is National Waffle Day 2018, but that doesn't mean there are loads of deals for customers that are looking to celebrate today.

Will Microsoft (MSFT) Be Next to Join the Trillion Dollar Club?

By Aug 24, 2018

Will Microsoft be Next in the Trillion Dollar Club? Compare Brokers....

Why Intel Stock Dropped, And What You Should Do With the Shares

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 24, 2018

Intel stock has been struggling, as concerns about competition and shrinking margins send investors heading for the exits. Here's how to play it.

4 Dow Titans Ready to Topple Over At Any Moment

By Anthony Mirhaydari, InvestorPlace Market Strategist Aug 24, 2018

These Dow Jones titans could fall sooner than you think. Here's what investors need to know about each of these big name companies and why they could be in trouble.

Foot Locker Slips Despite a Thorough Earnings Beat — Buy the Dip

By Josh Enomoto, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 24, 2018

From the top to the bottom line, FL stock delivers the goods against investor jitters towards the underlying sports-retail sector.

FedEx (FDX) Grapples With Trade War Tension: Time to Dump?

By Aug 24, 2018

The ongoing trade war woes coupled with high costs restricting bottom-line growth put FedEx (FDX) in a fix. Compare Brokers....

Why Investors Should Wait to Buy L Brands Stock on This Dip

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Aug 24, 2018

LB stock has a lot of firepower in the long run, but this stock won't head higher until margins at Victoria's Secret stabilize.

Netflix (NFLX) Stock Dips More Than Broader Markets: What You Should Know

By Aug 24, 2018

Netflix (NFLX) closed at $339.17 in the latest trading session, marking a -1.59% move from the prior day. This change lagged the S&P 500’s 0.17% loss....

What Makes Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) Stock a Hot Pick for Investors?

By Aug 24, 2018

Commerce Bancshares (CBSH) seems to be a solid pick right now, based on its earnings and revenue growth prospects, as well as positive estimate revisions for 20....

Gap Earnings: Q2 Revenue Grows 8% but Stock Declines

By Karl Utermohlen, InvestorPlace Writer Aug 23, 2018

Gap earnings (GPS) were stronger than analysts were calling for but its shares fell as its Gap comps were down about 5% compared to the year-ago quarter.