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.

Despite the Energy Dip, EMES Is a Stock to Buy

Even as crude oil prices drop and weight on the basic materials sector, Emerge Energy Services LP (EMES) is an energy stock to buy.

CVS Health Looks Healthier After Quitting Tobacco

CVS Health will lose sales from quitting tobacco, but should make up the difference from higher-margin businesses.

3 Community Bank Stocks to Buy on a Sector Surge

As the credit crisis subsides, many community banks are back on track. Find out which community banks Portfolio Grader deems stocks to buy.

14 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 14 stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade and Quantitative Grade.

A Rejiggered GE Is a Global Growth Story

General Electric's shift away from financial services and toward heavy industry puts it in a prime position to take advantage of a global economic recovery.

11 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

11 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").

6 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

Yum Brands’ Not-So-Excellent Chinese Adventure

Yum Brands latest food-related scandal cost its stores in China significant business in Q3. But is that enough reason to avoid YUM stock?

Microsoft’s Refocus Will Yield Outsized Returns for MSFT Investors

The shift from a hardware business to a software and services business will pay off handsomely for MSFT stock investors.

3 Durable Goods Stocks to Buy Now

Three durable goods 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").

2 Small Financials Offering Big Returns

Ignore the big financial stocks and their indecipherable balance sheets. Instead, focus on smaller financials with obvious upside.

AKS Stock, X Stock: Still Time Left To Play the Steel Surge?

U.S. Steel and AK Steel have been surging in the past three months, but there's still time for investors to enjoy the gains in steel stocks.

The $10 Bin – 5 Cheap Stocks to Buy

Understand the pros and cons of cheap stocks, and learn which screen parameters can highlight stocks to buy under $10.

3 Stocks to Buy Before Next Earnings Season

Portfolio Grader looks at three top stocks to buy ahead of next earnings season so you can profit on their next legs up.

Best $5 Stocks to Buy Now

Traders looking for new stocks to buy should start the search with stocks under $5 per share. Here are 5 of the best stocks in that price range.

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").

5 Energy Services Stocks to Buy Now

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