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.

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

The commercial banking, electric utilities, infrastructure, household products and reit sectors are having a strong week, according to Portfolio Grader.

Amazon (AMZN) Brilliantly Invents ‘Prime Day’ to Rival Black Friday

Amazon (AMZN) stock is poised to benefit from the creation of a new shopping holiday. Prime Day is July 15, and there will be deals.

Should You Buy YHOO Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Yahoo has some problems, but the valuation of YHOO stock looks pretty good right now. Here's a look at the three pros and three cons of Yahoo stock.

Why You Should Be Bullish About Nokia Stock

Nokia stock could benefit from Nokia's recent moves, including the patent licensing deal the company has signed with LG Electronics.

Apple Stock, Though Stagnant, Is Still Buy-Worthy on Any Dip

The Apple stock price trend has been sideways and toying with bearish, but the company has too much going on to bet against AAPL for long.

11 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

11 oil and gas 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").

12 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 12 stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade and Quantitative Grade.

7 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

This week, five internet and web service stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Stocks With Superb Analyst Earnings Revisions — ABMD INTL RDCM MSON PRTK

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

10 Best Stocks for 2015 Through Q2

We revisit InvestorPlace's Best Stocks for 2015 competition to see how the picks are doing at the half-year mark. (So far, pretty good!)

PayPal Spins Up a Smart Deal for Xoom (PYPL, XOOM)

PayPal (PYPL) looks like a winner after making a move to acquire money transfer firm Xoom (XOOM).

Buy eBay Stock Before the PayPal Spinoff (EBAY, PYPL)

Many are projecting rough times for eBay in a post-PayPal world, but EBAY stock still might have some worth even after PYPL is gone.

5 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Five fashion and apparel 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").

7 Software Stocks to Buy Now

Seven software 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").

With Obamacare Secured, HCA Has Huge Potential

Now that Obamacare has passed yet another test at the Supreme Court, it looks like select healthcare stocks such as HCA have very bright futures.

6 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

This week, six restaurant and resort 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 Great Earnings Surprises — ABMD UBA WRI RDCM BRE

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

Best Stocks for 2015: Yahoo Stock Takes a Wrong Turn

Yahoo stock looked like it was in good technical position at the start of 2015. But YHOO has taken a wrong turn halfway through the year.