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.

3 Stocks to Buy That Don’t Need Dividends to Lift Them 

Sentiment is swinging back in favor of dividend stocks, but FB, ULTA and MNST are three stocks to buy that don't need dividends to shine.

LinkedIn Corp: LNKD Stock Is Down, But Certainly Not Out

Although LinkedIn (LNKD) stock suffered a beating recently, it is set up well for future expansion with its growing and increasingly active membership base.

4 Hotels Restaurants & Leisure Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 4 Hotels Restaurants & Leisure 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 Software Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 7 Software 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 Prime Surprise — FCN EEQ PKX TIS ROCK

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

HPQ Stock: HP Inc Earnings Do Nothing for the Bull Case

HP (HPQ) stock is getting a little bump despite unimpressive Q2 earnings. But nothing about Wednesday's results make HPQ stock a buy.

2 1/2 Retail Stocks That Are Keeping Up With Amazon

Not many retail stocks are keeping up with Amazon, but American Eagle (AEO), L Brands (LB) and Home Depot (HD) are defying the odds.

3 Reasons Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) Stock Is Bouncing Back: Europe, Brazil, Mexico

If new data from Europe, Brazil and Mexico are any guide, Netflix stock could be on the brink of another big breakout.

McDonald’s Corporation: Why MCD Stock Will Pack a Comeback Punch

Thanks to some wise, strategic changes by McDonald's management, MCD stock is in the right place to make consistent long-term gains.

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.: WMT Stock Beats the Retail Beating

Big box retailers have been coming in with bad news, but Walmart stock has weathered the storm. Therefore, WMT is a bargain buy right now.

3 Stocks to Buy for Big Growth in Digital Payments – PYPL SQ MGI

Shares of digital payments companies have moved higher recently, but underlying fundamentals will take this area over the top. Paypal (PYPL), Square Inc (SQ) and Moneygram International (MGI) are three of the best ways to make a play on this trend.

5 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

5 Insurance 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").

8 Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 8 Semiconductors & Semiconductor Equipment stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

3 Diversified Telecommunication Services Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 3 Diversified Telecommunication Services 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.

3 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 3 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").

3 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 3 Specialty Retail stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

3 Diversified Consumer Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 3 Diversified Consumer Services 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 Prime Earnings Momentum — GBSN PNX FNSR GOL SN

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

The 10 Best Healthcare Stocks to Buy Now

These companies are 10 of the best healthcare stocks to buy right now, as they should outperform in 2016's second half thanks to a few near-term catalysts.