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.

Ford Stock Is Revving, Ready to Kick Things Into High Gear

A confluence of economic and consumer trends is lifting auto stocks. Here’s why Ford stock will go further for investors, as it outshines competitors in the U.S. and in the vast, growing market of China.

6 Capital Markets Stocks to Buy Now

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

7 Media Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of seven media 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 Midwest Regional Bank Stocks to Buy

Improving asset quality, a steeper yield curve and efficient operations will drive USB, FITB and HBAN stocks higher.

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

This week, the commercial banking, aerospace and defense, life science, biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors are gathering momentum on the Portfolio Grader database.

4 Aerospace and Defense Stocks to Buy Now

Four aerospace and defense 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 Great Operating Margin Growth — BSF AMAT RP PHM OSTK

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

Best Janus Funds to Buy for 2015

These three funds can benefit from the new Janus momentum, but also are well-managed and have the best performance potential for the coming year.

DG: Cautiously Add Dollar General to Your Portfolio

Keep a close eye on Dollar General Corp. stock's fundamentals, but buy DG as it likely continues as the leading discount retailer in the U.S.

Quality Performer US Bank is a Long-Term Buy

USB Stock is a long-term buy because of its diversified portfolio of businesses and improving asset quality. While the stock price has increased 11% this year, it's still worth the price.

Holidays Bring Glad Tidings for eBay Stock

Robust holiday shopping in the U.S. combined with the global explosion in e-commerce should benefit online auction powerhouse eBay well into 2015.

Transports — 3 Trucking Stocks to Buy

For transports companies, lower gas prices are not always good news. Here are three trucking stocks that are poised to roll despite headwinds.

6 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of six internet and web service 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.

Anika Therapeutics: A Hot Small Cap Flying Under the Radar

Anika Therapeutics is a small-cap biotech company with real products, real revenues and very real earnings driving its stock price higher.

9 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

Nine 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").

3 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three 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").

13 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 13 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

The grades of four pharmaceutical 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 Electrical Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

Three electrical equipment 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").