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.

McDonald’s Corporation (MCD) Wins Gold With Olympic Athletes

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
At the Rio Olympics, McDonald's Corporation (NYSE:MCD) is a runaway hit with some of the fittest people on the planet.

Cisco Systems, Inc. (CSCO) Layoffs Boost the Bull Case

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
A "reduction in force" was always in the cards for Cisco Systems (CSCO) amid its embrace of cloud computing.

8 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of 8 Insurance stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

13 Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
This week, 13 Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

10 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of 10 Machinery stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

6 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
This week, 6 Specialty Retail stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

6 Commercial Services & Supplies Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
This week, 6 Commercial Services & Supplies stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX) Shorts Thwacked by Morgan Stanley

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor
VRX stock is running higher on a Morgan Stanley upgrade a day after Mizuho turned bullish. Valeant bears have no place to hide these days.

5 Stocks With Great Earnings Momentum — MNI CRK CGG LEU NRP

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

Visa Inc (V) Stock vs. MasterCard Inc (MA) Stock: Who Is Winning the Battle?

By Chris Katje, InvestorPlace Contributor
Investors should keep a close eye on Visa stock and MasterCard stock, as each firm is taking a different approach to its long-term growth plan.

5 Must-Own Stocks for the Cloud Computing Age

By Dana Blankenhorn, InvestorPlace Contributor
Cloud computing is the technology play of this decade, and the companies that dominate it are the best cloud stocks for you to own now.

Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (LOW) Is Set for a Big Day

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Lowe's stock (LOW) is set to outperform thanks to housing market strength and an otherwise lackluster retail landscape.

IBM Stock: International Business Machines Corp. Is Going Places

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor
IBM may not be as profitable as it once was, but IBM stock has a great deal of upside due to its promising transition.

Grab TJX Companies Inc (TJX) Stock While It’s on Sale

By Richard Saintvilus, InvestorPlace Contributor
TJX stock is seeing some selling based on lower guidance, but the long-term outlook is still intact for TJX Companies.

Microsoft Corporation (MSFT) Buyout of LinkedIn Starting to Look Even Smarter

By Brian Wu, InvestorPlace Contributor
Sooner than later, Microsoft stock (MSFT) should start to see the long-term benefits of the LinkedIn deal. Here's what you need to know.

5 Health Care Providers & Services Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
This week, 5 Health Care Providers & Services stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

6 Thrifts & Mortgage Finance Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
This week, 6 Thrifts & Mortgage Finance stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Stocks With Strong Free Cash Flow — SAEX PACD CDOR BZH ARC

By Portfolio Grader
This week, these five stocks have the best ratings in Free Cash Flow, one of the eight Fundamental Categories on Portfolio Grader.

Target Corporation (TGT) Has a Better Future Than You Think

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
TGT stock has been deep in the red for the last twelve months, but on bearish assumptions that have so far been unmerited.
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