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.

Stanley Black & Decker Higher on Q2 Earnings

Stanley Black & Decker (SWK) stock got a boost on Friday after releasing its earnings report for the second quarter of 2018.

Honeywell International Stock Pops on Q2 Earnings Beat

Honeywell International (HON) stock was up on Friday following the release of its earnings report for the second quarter of the year.

Should You Buy SKX Stock on the Post-Earnings Dip?

Sketchers looks like it could be setting up for a bumper 2019. However, volatility this year appears to be unavoidable and that makes SKX stock a poor choice right now.

Is It Time to Buy Disney Stock Now That Beat Comcast’s Bid?

Disney will get the Fox assets it wanted over Comcast. However, it will cost Disney stock and its shareholders a pretty penny.

Giving up on Fox Creates a New Huge Upside for Comcast Stock

Comcast could wind up with Fox' regional sports networks, Sky Broadcasting, DISH Network, or nothing as it prepares its Internet strategy.

Microsoft Had a Great Quarter, But It Needed More

Microsoft earnings highlight another standout quarter, however, it looks like investors already factored in much of the good news.

Skyworks Solutions (SWKS) Stock Pops on Q3 Earnings Beat

Skyworks Solutions (SWKS) reported its latest quarterly earnings results after the bell Thursday, which topped analysts' expectations and sent shares higher.

Skechers USA (SKX) Shares Plummet on Earnings Miss, In-Line Revenue

Skechers USA (SKX) reported its latest quarterly earnings results after the bell Thursday, posting underwhelming profit that sent shares plummeting.

Microsoft (MSFT) Stock Edges Higher on Q4 Earnings Beat

Microsoft (MSFT) reported its fiscal fourth-quarter results after the bell and the company topped Wall Street's expectations by five cents per share.

Why IBM Stock Can’t Escape Its Slow Growth Narrative

IBM stock popped in response to positive second-quarter numbers, but the long-term growth narrative remains plagued by slow growth.

Rowan Atkinson Death Hoax: ‘Mr. Bean Is Dead’ Links Linked to Virus

You may have seen a link that says Mr. Bean Is Dead recently, but Rowan Atkinson is still alive and well as the link is a death hoax linked to a computer virus.

Swiss Rolls Recall: 8 Things for Consumers to Know

A Swiss Rolls recall is being issued by Flower Foods (FLO) as the company found the potential presence of salmonella in the whey powder.

United Health Stock Remains a Safe, If Long Term Insurance Bet

United Health stock didn’t respond well immediately following its Q2 results, but a longer-term framework can benefit patient investors.

Why AbbVie Shares Are Sliding Today

AbbVie (ABBV) stock took a hit on Thursday following comments concerning biosimilars that were made over the past couple of days.

Cisco Breathes a Sigh of Relief … For Now

Cisco stock owners were given something of a scare following reports that Amazon was getting into the networking hardware business, but it was just a rumor.

McDonald’s Free Fries Fridays: How to Get Yours

McDonald's (MCD) is offering free fries on Fridays from now on when you order at least $1 worth of food through the fast food chain's mobile app.

Scentsy’s Disney Collection: 10 Things to Know About the New Line

Disney (DIS) and Scentsy are teaming up to launch a new line of fragrances that customers can get their hands on starting in September.

Domino’s Pizza Stock Bit by Weak Sales

Domino's Pizza (DPZ) stock was down on Thursday following the release of its earnings report for the second quarter of 2018.

Marijuana News: 12 Things to Know About the Tilray IPO

Tilray (TLRY) is responsible for some new marijuana news today with a new IPO launching today that 'InvestorPlace' has a few things to know about.