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.

With Crude Falling, The Time to Buy Oil Stocks Is Now

As inventories of WTI crude oil continue to rise, prices are falling hard. But they won't stay that way, so snatch up some oil stocks in a hurry.

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").

2 ‘Fortress Stocks’ to Build Your Portfolio – IBM KO

Coca-Cola and IBM are two Fortress Stocks you can build upon in your portfolio, and both should deliver 12% to 15% returns within one year's time

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — CSGP CONN LL 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 is up 10.9%, the Dow rose 13.2%, and the S&P has risen 12.1%.

Why Hershey Will Win the Candy Bar War

The big candy companies are introducing a large number of new products in 2014. But as the candy wars heat up, Hershey will win. Here's why.

10 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 Restaurant and Resort stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

3 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Fashion and Apparel 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.

3 Wireless Telecom Stocks to Buy Now

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

Google Still One of the Best Stocks to Buy

Google stock recently broke through the $1,000 mark ... but there are more than enough reasons to jump aboard GOOG even at these lofty heights.

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

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

Follow Smaller Activists for Bigger Profits

Big activists make for good stories ... but following smaller activists can make for good profits. That's why these are two bank stocks to buy now.

Take a Ride With Sizzling Polaris Stock

Polaris stock boasts strong growth and great cash flow, while shares of the off-road vehicle provider even trade at a decent PEG ratio.

3 New Buys for November – ADS CLB TM

The government is open again, the Fed will continue easing, and a strong period for the markets is ahead. Here are our 3 new buys to help you profit

Silver Stocks Could Shine Again Soon

Rather than making a wish on burning match bets, I prefer to buy out of favor companies at a steep discount -- and silver stocks look ripe for the picking.

6 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

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

Ride These 3 Hot Stocks Into 2014

Who will be the winners in the final two months of 2013? Here are three picks from stocks already doing well year-to-date.

21 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 21 Commercial Banking stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Should I Buy CAT Stock? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Anyone holding or initiating a position in CAT stock is going to need patience before this quality name turns around on better global growth.

7 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

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