Stocks to Buy

Whether you are a novice who just opened your first 401k or you are a seasoned investor, you have to spend countless hours researching stocks to buy. Who has that kind of time? We do. Powered by a diverse group of perspectives formed from dozens of analysts, advisors and strategists, our stories digest the day’s biggest headlines to uncover which stocks you should buy.

Best Stocks for 2017: Zynerba Pharmaceuticals Inc (ZYNE) Is a Perfect Prescription

ZYNE stock has a couple of promising therapies in trials that could make 2017 a great year for Zynerba stockholders.

Caterpillar Inc. (CAT) Stock Is a Perfect Combo of Growth and Income

Caterpillar (CAT) has a generous dividend and a bona fide "Trump play." Don't sleep on CAT stock as you make your 2017 stock picks.

Value Battle: Pfizer Inc. (PFE) vs. Merck & Co., Inc. (MRK)

Pfizer (PFE) hasn't done very well in 2016, making its value battle with Merck (MRK) an interesting proposition.  

The 5 Best Dividend Stocks to Buy for 2017 – and 9 to Avoid

With the election in the rear-view mirror, investors have asked me what they should do with their portfolio. Here are my recommendations

9 Metals & Mining Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 9 Metals & Mining stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Target Corporation (TGT) Stock Hits the Bull’s-Eye With This Move

Target stock is increasingly becoming a millennial play with its urban store concept. That's a good thing for long-term gains with TGT stock.

7 Road & Rail Stocks to Buy Now

7 Road & Rail stocks are moving up in their overall rating this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these is graded an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Aerospace & Defense Stocks to Buy Now

5 Aerospace & Defense stocks are moving up in their overall rating this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these is graded an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

3 Media Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 3 Media stocks are better this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these stocks has an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy") rating.

7 Health Care Equipment & Supplies Stocks to Buy Now

7 Health Care Equipment & Supplies stocks are moving up in their overall rating this week, according to the Portfolio Grader database. Every one of these is graded an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Stocks With Strong Operating Margin — VRTV VVI CORR LWAY CYS

This week, these five stocks have the best ratings in Operating Margin, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

5 Stocks With Prime Sales Growth — CXRX BAK DRD THS BMCH

This week, these five stocks have the best ratings in Sales Growth, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

Time to Clear the Runway For These 3 Bank Stocks

Bank stock investors are hopeful that decreased regulation will propel the sector higher. Here are 3 plays on bank stocks

3 Coffee Stocks to Heat up Your Holiday Returns

The winter weather may be cooling things down, but coffee stocks are lighting up the markets with significant momentum.

7 Bank Stocks That Will Crush the Market in 2017

The financial sector has been making a spectacular comeback, and these seven bank stocks are just getting started.

Think Sanofi SA (ADR) (SNY) Stock When You Think Big Pharma

Sanofi has a rough time during 2016, but after the U.S. presidential election and with several forward-looking decisions, SNY stock is a buy.

General Motors Company (GM) vs. Ford Motor Company (F) Stock: Which Is the Better Value?

Both Ford (F) stock and General Motors (GM) are relative bargains, but only one of them wins the value battle thanks to near-record profits.

Should You Buy Target Corporation (TGT) Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Investors looking for a retailer to add to their portfolios may want to consider TGT stock as the company has a promising future despite the doom and gloom surrounding the industry.

Sibanye Gold Buys Stillwater Mining Company (SWC) for $2.2B

Stillwater Mining (SWC) shares surged 18% on Friday morning on news that Sibanye Gold will buy the materials company for north of $2 billion.