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.

AVGO: Benefit From Avago Technologies’ Global Growth

Avago Technologies Ltd (AVGO) stock is up sharply after its latest earnings blew analysts' estimates out of the water for the fiscal fourth quarter.

Best Bond Funds for 2015

The best bond funds in 2015 are likely to be the cheapest index funds and active funds with the most-seasoned managers.

FITB: Why Fifth Third Bank Stock is a Buy Before 2015

Investors should look at Fifth Third Bank Stock's lowered stock price as a buying opportunity to get into the stock for growth next year

Brown-Forman: The Party’s Not Over Yet

Spirits and wine giant Brown-Forman is on a course for intoxicating growth this holiday season and beyond. As a maker of iconic liquor brands, the company's expansion strategy in the U.S. and developing markets is paying off.

3 Ways to Profit From Cheap Oil Stocks

Thinking cheap oil stocks could bounce into year-end? After a shellacking in the price of oil and oil stocks of late, here are three plays to consider.

5 Stocks With Great 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.

6 Energy Services Stocks to Buy Now

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

7 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

Seven restaurant and resort 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 Software Stocks to Buy Now

Five 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").

3 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Three 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").

AA: Win the Auto Industry Through Alcoa

Business for auto stocks should rise over the holidays, but Alcoa Inc (AA) is the best way to buy into success in the auto industry.

2 Value Stocks to Buy … At the Right Price

Market drops aren't always a bad thing. With a little luck these two value stocks could fall into your price range and become great stocks to buy.

5 Stocks to Buy for December

Stocks to buy for December are easy to find when you screen the S&P 500 for names with strong seasonality and superior technicals.

Surprise! WMT Is No Longer a Zombie

There's a very good reason Walmart stock has snapped itself out of a long-term rut -- WMT finally took an honest look at itself in the mirror.

10 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 biotechnology 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.

EOG Resources: Energized for Growth

With major stakes in the Bakken and Eagle Ford shale oil plays in the U.S., EOG stock should weather today's energy market turmoil.

6 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four 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 Service Stocks to Buy Now

Three service 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").