Stocks to Buy

Identifying winning stocks requires more than scanning headlines. InvestorPlace analysts focus on long-term themes, market timing, and structural shifts shaping where capital is flowing next, highlighting stocks positioned to benefit from those trends.

The 3 Best Coal Stocks to Buy Now

The trio of coal stocks Alpha Natural Resources (ANR), Cloud Peak (CLD) and Peabody Energy (BTU) could be the best stocks to buy now in the beaten-down sector.

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Surprises — OESX LMCA MCBC IDCC WLB

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

12 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 12 restaurant and resort 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.

9 Software Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Shipping Stocks Sailing Toward Big Gains

There's a lot of money to be made in shipping stocks, but with many companies in terrible shape, you have to pick the ones with the strongest fundamentals.

BP Scores a Hat Trick of Deals and Discoveries

BP has trailed the market in 2013, but after three major production deals, now is the time to buy BP stock.

FedEx Profit Miss Doesn’t Mean FDX Stock Is Off Course

Don't fret over a FedEx earnings miss. FDX stock still is well positioned for outperformance once the global economy picks up.

Buy Icahn Enterprises to Play Apple Stock with Less Risk

For a low-risk way to play a bounce back in Apple stock, let Carl Icahn and a bet on Icahn Enterprises stock lead the way.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — CSGP YHOO MGAM and more

This week, these ten stocks, all currently earning A's ("strong buy") on Portfolio Grader, have the best year-to-date performance. Since the beginning of the year, the Nasdaq rose 10.9%, the Dow rose 13.2% and the S&P is up 12.1%.

5 Stocks That Could Double in 2014

Finding good stocks will be difficult given how well the markets did in 2013. Nonetheless, here are five stocks that could double in 2014.

21 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 21 commercial banking stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Should You Add AMZN Stock to Your Cart in 2014? Our Experts Weigh In

Amazon stock continues to steal headlines as shares of AMZN chug higher. But is the e-commerce giant a good bet at these levels heading into the new year?

9 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

Nine 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").

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Momentum — KNSY MIL ALJ FB AMED

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

7 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of seven insurance 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 Packaged Foods Stocks to Buy Now

Five packaged foods 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 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four semiconductor 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.

XOM and SLB – Your Best Ways to Play a Mexico Oil Boom

After 75 years, Mexico oil may finally be open to outside energy stocks. Play the opportunity with SLB and XOM stock.

5 Explosive Stocks to Buy Under $10

I typically like to recommend stocks over $10 per share, but today I've found 5 stocks to buy for under $10 that you should consider for your portfolio.