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.

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").

Bill Gross’s Worst Bond Funds of 2014

Half of the worst-performing funds in 2014 are Pimco funds. See which bond funds managed by Bill Gross are the biggest losers.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — HBI DAL SAVE and more

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

4 Auto Parts Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four auto parts 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 Stocks With Great Earnings Momentum — KNSY REGI BELFB STV BCR

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

Royal Caribbean to Join S&P 500, RCL Stock Remains a Buy

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is joining the S&P 500, and that means a haul of indexed mutual funds and ETFs will be forced to buy RCL stock.

Morgan Stanley Sells Apple Inc., But AAPL Stock Still a Buy

Apple Inc. is near all-time highs, prompting Morgan Stanley to pare its position in AAPL stock, but any retreat is a buy on the dip.

Biogen (BIIB) Stock Spikes on Potential Alzheimer’s Breakthrough

There's no cure for Alzheimer's, which plagues 5 million Americans; BIIB stock is a buy after a promising drug study that could change treatment.

Why Investors Can Feel Good About China’s Generic Drugs

Domestic companies stand to gain from growth in what’s now $45 billion market for generics drugs in China.

Did Silver and Gold Prices Jolt Back Into Uptrends?

Gold prices and silver prices seem to have shaken off their weakness and found a new bullish groove. Is this trend built to last?

5 Stocks With Strong Cash Flow — YONG ZA GURE CHA CGA

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

4 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four health care provider 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 Strong Earnings Growth — BSF CMPR OME LRCX CODI

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

3 Distributors Stocks to Buy Now

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