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.

Is Lowe’s Stock a Good Deal at Current Prices?

By Robert Martin, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

LOW stock is up 24% in the last 12 months and many analysts believe LOW has a good amount of value left to be unlocked. But is it a buy at current levels?

Walgreens Stock Looking Healthier Now That It’s in the Dow

By Bret Kenwell, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

Walgreens was added to the Dow Jones, and WBA stock is reacting favorably. A break over $75 could see it revisiting prior highs.

RIP Koko: 16 Things to Remember About the Famous Gorilla

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

Koko the gorilla has passed away at the age of 46 and 'InvestorPlace' is taking time to remember her with some facts about her life.

Why Comcast Faces a Big Risk With Debt Its Fox Deal Will Bring

By Luke Lango, InvestorPlace Senior Investment Analyst Jun 21, 2018

Comcast will become one of the most indebted companies in the world if it acquires Fox. But it needs Fox for long-term growth. The scenario makes Comcast stock a risky play.

NY Sues 3M Over Toxic Firefighting Foam

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

The State of New York is suing 3M (MMM) and several other companies over toxic firefighting foam that may have contaminated water supplies.

Mylan Stock Looks Cheap, but Don’t Overlook These Risks

By Ian Bezek, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

Thinking about buying Mylan stock? These are the four risks that you need to understand before taking the plunge

Why Helios and Matheson Analytics Could Be Headed to Zero

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

Helios and Matheson Analytics (HMNY) investors are on shaky ground with the share price dipping below $1 and worries about whether the company will be able to continue.

Intel CEO Resigns Amid Employee Relationship Scandal

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

Intel (INTC) CEO Brian Krzanich is no longer with the company after resigning due to a previous consensual relationship with an employee.

Darden Restaurants, Inc. Shares Fly on Boffo Earnings Beat

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

Darden Restaurants (DRI) stock was on the rise Thursday following the release of its earnings report for its fiscal fourth quarter of 2018.

Barnes & Noble Shares Take Big Hit on Q4 Earnings Miss

By William White, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 21, 2018

Barnes & Noble (BKS) stock took a hit on Thursday following the release of its fiscal fourth quarter 2018 earnings report.

3 of the Cheapest Tech Stocks That Benefit From a Trade War

By Will Healy, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

MU, NOK and HUBB stand among the cheapest tech stocks that could benefit from a U.S.-China trade war.

3 Risky Real Estate Stocks You Really Should Avoid

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

Real estate stock have taken a hit lately. But this may be the start of things. After all, the Federal Reserve has indicated that it will continue to raise interest rates for the next couple years.

Why You Should Fear the Cloud Bubble Illustrated By the NASDAQ’s Rise

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

The Cloud Czars are all great, well-run companies, but every pearl has its price, and when that price is reached, it's a long way to fall.

How Tesla’s Scaling Problems Are Killing Its Profit Potential

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor Jun 21, 2018

Tesla has yet to solve the scaling problems reporters identified years ago, but TSLA stock has yet to pay the price for that.