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.

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.

Amazon Earnings Preview: Can New Projects Boost AMZN Stock?

When the Amazon earnings results for Q4 come out on Thursday afternoon, current and potential AMZN stock owners will be scrutinizing these key initiatives.

BA: Why the Sky is the Limit for Boeing Stock

Boeing looks like a solid buy as it heads into its earnings release, with new orders from around the world. Check here for more on Boeing stock.

FB vs. TWTR – Which Social Giant Is Your Best Bet for 2014?

Should you bet on FB stock or TWTR stock in 2014? It's hardly an easy call, but one social media operator is more established and far cheaper.

Pick Up These Bargain Stocks After Recent Selloffs

The market hasn't quite reached bloodbath status yet, but recent selloffs have give some stocks much more attractive valuations.

5 Energy Stocks Under $10 to Buy Now

If you love energy stocks and love cheap stocks, you're in the right place. These five low-priced names could be huge winners in the coming year or so.

4 Media Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four media stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Medical Devices Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five medical devices 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 Road and Rail Stocks to Buy Now

Five road and rail 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 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

This week, four tech services stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Aerospace and Defense Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Stocks With Prime Operating Margin Growth — ATTU MHO IRC WAC RP

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

MRK: Merck Stock a Strong Performer In the Pharma Space

Merck is one the most high profile companies in the pharmaceutical industry, and Merck stock is well worth a look for investors. I rate it a buy today.

BMY Pummeled After Earnings, But Bristol-Myers Squibb Stock Still a Buy

Bristol-Myers Squibb stock has a lot going for it, like the company's newfound focus on hepatitis C, oncology and immunotherapy. But BMY still might need time to reflect that potential.

3 Defense Stocks to Protect Your Portfolio

People seem to be scared of lower levels of government spending in this industry -- poppycock. These three defense stocks are ready for takeoff.

3 Heavily Shorted Stocks to Buy Anyway

Twenty-six stocks from the S&P 1500 have a short interest of more than 25% as a percentage of float. Here are the top three stocks to buy now.

6 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

Six internet and web 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").

8 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of eight oil and gas 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 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

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