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.

Gilead Stock Will Rise on Sovaldi® Sales

Gilead's breakthrough Hepatitis C drug, Sovaldi®, will drive revenue and profits for the rest of 2014 and into 2015.

FTNT: Expand Your Portfolio With Fortinet’s Security

Fortinet remains in good position to benefit from the need for better cyber security and solid demand for its products.

3 Banks to Buy After Earnings

Morgan Stanley (MS), Blackhawk Network Holdings (HAWK) and Beneficial Mutual (BNCL) are all showing improvements after Q3 earnings.

Walgreen: The Drug Empire Strikes Back

The largest drug retailing chain in America isn’t content to rest on its laurels, as Walgreen generates synergies through expansion.

5 Outliers Worth Considering in 5 Awful Industries

Find out what makes these five stocks such great picks in otherwise awful industries.

MannKind Corporation Stock: Unloved and Unbelievably Attractive

MannKind Corporation (MNKD) stock represents an unbelievable opportunity for investors. The partnership with Sanofi SA looks promising.

Caterpillar Stock Only a Hold Even as Outlook Brightens for 2015

The outlook for Caterpillar stock hasn't been this bright in years, but upside is still limited until the economy really does take off.

5 Energy Services Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five energy services 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 Software Stocks to Buy Now

This week, five software 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 Prime Earnings Surprises — OSTK VTNR REGI BRE FTEK

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

7 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

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

Yahoo Stock Is a Hold, But Not Because YHOO Is a Winner

Yahoo is still losing out to Facebook and Google, but YHOO stock still has upside because of buybacks and its big stake in Alibaba.

What Owners of Microsoft Stock Need to Know Before Thursday

Anyone who owns Microsoft stock right now has 3 themes to keep in mind heading into the earnings announcement and conference call.

10 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 10 biotechnology 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 Superb 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.

7 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

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

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — YY ILMN GPRE and more

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

2 Little-Known Financials With Big Growth Potential

With the dark clouds of market uncertainty starting to clear, here’s two BDCs that are flashing a strong buy signal now.

4 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

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