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.

3 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

Three machinery 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").

6 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

This week, six internet and web service stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

AAPL: Why Carl Icahn Is (Kinda) Right About Apple Stock

Carl Icahn has made some pretty unjustifiable estimates concerning Apple stock, but is growth ahead for AAPL? Absolutely.

4 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

Buy Gap Stock on CEO Shakeup News

Gap stock took it on the chin Thursday after it was announced CEO Glenn Murphy was stepping down in early 2015. Now it's time to buy Gap.

Alcoa (AA) Caught in Market Crossfire – Buy the Dip

Alcoa (AA) stock slipped Thursday despite a promising third-quarter earnings report. Blame the market, and buy Alcoa stock.

FB: Count On Facebook for Rapid Growth

With new developments in the works and high earnings projections, Facebook (FB) is a strong stock to buy.

3 Cheap Mining Stocks to Buy Now

Over supplies have made many mining stocks big bargains. Here are three of the best to buy now.

Scripps Networks: New Mojo From Old Media

As legacy media struggle to cope with the digital age, this reinvented remnant from print publishing is in the vanguard of growth.

5 Stocks to Buy If You Just HATE Risk

Looking for safer stocks to buy? These five big, low-risk stocks still can beat the market and protect your portfolio in a crash.

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 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 Stocks With Strong 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.

3 Consumer Discretionary Stocks You Can Win With in Q4

Favorable forecasts for retail along with positive seasonality bode well for this trio of consumer discretionary stocks.

JCP Stock: The Exodus Is Overdone

JCP stock took a beating after the retailer's Q3 guidance disappointed investors. But was the selling in JCPenney overdone?

Yum Brands a Buy Thanks to China Food Scandal

Yum Brands missed estimates and cut its forecast, but shares should have upside once the scare in China has passed.

Life Expectancy Rises: 5 Best Stocks to Buy

Life expectancy for U.S. babies born in 2012 hit a record high at 78.8 years. Here are the 5 best stocks to buy to invest in longevity.

8 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

Eight biotechnology 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").