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.

Unilever’s Leverage: A Bet on European Recovery

Unilever is a consumer brands powerhouse that's poised for a prosperous year, as the euro zone and emerging markets recover and increasingly affluent consumers around the globe clamor for the company's well-known products.

Should You Buy the Dogs of the Dow in 2015?

The Dogs of the Dow: You just buy the 10 highest-yielding Dow Jones stocks and sit on 'em. It's an easy method, but is it a good one?

Book Hotel Stocks to Profit Quickly in 2015

Hotel stocks such as Hyatt, Extended Stay America and Wyndham should rally amid low gas prices and an improving labor market.

Top 5 Stocks to Buy for 2015

As the U.S. economy chugs along merrily, the stock market still looks appealing. 5 stocks in particular look like the top buys for 2015.

Hot Dogs Are Great For Energy Stocks

Hot dogs are great for energy stocks in the retail segment of the market. As gasoline prices continue to fall, firms like SUN and CASY will continue to see higher profits.

12 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 12 oil and gas 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

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

8 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

This week, eight 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").

14 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 14 stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade and Quantitative Grade.

4 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Electrical Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

This week, three electrical equipment 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 Analyst Earnings Revisions — LCI WLDN PLNR NBG.PA RESI

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

2 Tech Stocks to Buy Before 2015

Ambarella Inc (AMBA) and Horizon Pharma PLC (HZNP) stand out as companies with strong earnings reports and promise for future growth.

6 Energy Services Stocks to Buy Now

Six energy 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 Stocks With Strong Earnings Surprises — OSTK REGI CRTO BRE FTEK

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

8 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

This week, eight 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").

6 Software Stocks to Buy Now

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

BHP Stock: Mining the Recovery for Profits

As the largest commodity producer in the world, BHP stock is a direct play on the global economy’s increasing appetite for raw materials.

Oil Creates Opportunity in Railroad Stocks

Plunging oil prices have driven down oil stocks of course, along with some other sectors, but there may be one sector where investors may benefit from falling oil prices: railroad stocks.