Stocks to Buy

Identifying winning stocks requires more than scanning headlines. InvestorPlace analysts focus on long-term themes, market timing, and structural shifts shaping where capital is flowing next, highlighting stocks positioned to benefit from those trends.

New Pressure on China Might Just Boost Applied Materials Stock

It's too soon to buy or sell Applied Materials stock based on the development, but it's a development AMAT shareholders will want to keep in mind.

Why the Women’s Business Could Drive Nike Stock to $100 This Year

Given upside potential in the underdeveloped women's business, Nike stock has runway to price tags near $100 in 2019.

Buy Morgan Stanley Stock on Valuation, Not External Factors

Morgan Stanley stock has traded on economic prospects lately, but financial metrics indicate that it may begin to trade on its low PE ratio.

Pfizer Stock Suffers From an Underappreciated Drugs Pipeline

PFE stock hasn't been a terribly rewarding name to own since the middle of last year, but Pfizer is doing everything it's supposed to do.

Why These Are the Top 2 Pot Stocks to Buy Right Now

All pot stocks have been on fire. But, that won't be the case forever, meaning selectivity will become increasingly important over time.

With Earnings Coming, PYPL Stock Should Continue to Soar

Paypal spun off from Ebay at the perfect time. PYPL stock spread its wings just in time to catch tailwinds in the financial sector.

If You Can Tolerate Risk, Hexo Stock Is a Buy

Hexo stock enjoys many positives, but a big banking firm giving the “OK” suggests growing acceptance toward cannabis.

7 Companies That Are Closing the CEO-Worker Wage Gap

It’s hard to find companies closing wage gap between employees and CEO -- but you can buy stocks with a lower pay ratio to win long term.

Is $20 in the Cards for Ford Stock?

Ford is on a roll these days and that’s got Ford stock ready to move into double digits. Is $20 possible for F stock within 12-18 months?

4 Stocks Surging on China’s Turnaround

These companies have all made it back on the stocks to buy list after hints of a trade agreement between the U.S. and China.

Why the Outlook of Best Buy Stock Is Still Upbeat

After Joly resigned as BBY CEO, the outlook of BBY and of Best Buy stock remain quite strong.

5 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy for a Spring Charge

Spring is blooming and so are semiconductor stocks. Qualcomm re-ignited the buying in this space. Now, it's time for investors to look.

3 Tailwinds to Consider for KO Stock Before Calling It Quits

KO stock has given off mixed signals recently, but these 3 underappreciated tailwinds may help it get back on track.

Here’s the Real Reason Why I Bought AT&T Stock

Going too deeply into AT&T stock can create paralysis by analysis. Instead, you should focus on the fact that T stock is too big to fail.

Cronos Stock Shrugs Off Negative Analyst Report

Is Cronos Group finally about to rebound? Its upbeat reaction to a negative analyst report could kickstart a rally for CRON stock.

The Rise of 5G and Fading Headwinds Make Verizon Stock a Buy

There are avenues for Verizon stock to shed its laggard status and deliver more upside for investors. In terms of near-term catalysts, there is Verizon's first-quarter earnings report, slated for Tuesday, April 23rd.

If You Have the Stomach, Start Buying UNH Stock as It Bottoms Out

First, is the opportunity cost of patiently holding UNH stock when it’s obviously facing severe headwinds, worth it? After all, there are so many other stocks you could buy with better near-term prospects.

With a China Deal on the Horizon, Apple Stock Is Back on Track

Apple stock took a hit earlier this year due to concerns over the trade war and slumping China sales. However, Apple's outlook in China is looking much better these days.

Cloud Strength Will Keep Microsoft Stock On A Winning Path

As goes the cloud business, so goes Microsoft stock. Fortunately for MSFT stock holders, the cloud business appears to be gaining momentum.