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.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — ICLR HOLX IMKTA and more

This week, these ten stocks, all currently earning A's ("strong buy") on Portfolio Grader, have the best year-to-date performance.

6 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of six insurance 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.

4 Commercial Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four commercial services 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

Three diversified telecommunication services 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 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five semiconductor 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.

J.C. Penney’s (JCP) Battle to Profitability Continues

Very few investors doubted that JCP's turnaround would take several years at the very least, as well as plenty of chutzpah and perhaps a bit of luck to bring back J.C. Penney (JCP) to a semblance of its old self.

6 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

Six biotechnology 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 Packaged Foods Stocks to Buy Now

Three packaged foods 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 Superb Earnings Momentum — KNSY FTEK QLYS EVAC CEB

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

Invest With the “1 Percent”: Tech Stocks

If the market downturn was good for anything, it was putting these tech stocks on sale. But even if prices begin going up (like they did Tuesday), these stocks are still bargains to their long-term potential.

Should You Follow Mark Cuban and Buy Facebook Stock? (FB)

Mark Cuban bought into Netflix (NFLX) less than a year ago; today, he's sitting on 100% gains. Should you follow him into Facebook (FB)?

5 Boom-or-Bust Energy Stocks to Buy

Some energy stocks are investments, but others are gambles. If you're looking for aggressive growth, here are a few trades in the latter camp to consider.

Best Buy Earnings Set BBY Up for Short-Term Gains

The market likes to ride Best Buy stock when the news flow is favorable, and surprisingly strong earnings sure do qualify.

Don’t Talk Yourself out of Buying Apple Stock (AAPL)

The recent dip in Apple (AAPL) stock is a prime entry opportunity for investors who operate under the bigger picture.

Fitbit May Be Soaring, but It’s Still a Huge Buy (FIT)

Fitbit (FIT) stock is rebounding from a 5-day selloff that sent shares near its IPO levels. Even though it's up today, do not hesitate to buy it now!

5 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

This week, five health care provider stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

4 Financial Services Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four financial 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.

5 Stocks With Great Sales Growth — MARA RESI CREG GV LRAD

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

LinkedIn Stock: Time to Invite It to Your Portfolio? (LNKD)

LinkedIn's valuations may have looked unreasonable at one point, but its growth potential, pipeline possibilities and high barrier to entry make LNKD stock a nice play in an uncertain market.