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 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four 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").

4 Stocks With Strong Analyst Earnings Revisions — LMCA WGO PIKE LCI

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

7 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

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

4 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

Four Pharmaceutical 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").

3 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

Three 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").

2 Gems From the Rubble of the New-Low List

It's fashionable to peruse the new-high list, but I've had more success picking long-term winners by studying the new-low list for unfairly beaten-down names.

11 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 11 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.

5 Software Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Software 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 Stocks With Superb 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.

Should I Buy Nordstrom? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Nordstrom is in the middle of a deep slide following a lousy earnings report. The question is -- is this a long-term issue for JWN, or a buying opportunity?

2 ‘Triple A’ Stocks to Buy Now

Top-rated stocks with stellar fundamentals and a quantitative tailwind are hard to come by -- snatch up these two gems on recent upgrades,

5 Energy Stocks Getting Leaner and Meaner

Integrating used to be the way to go for energy stocks, but now, spinoffs and asset sales are the norm. Here are five companies getting leaner and meaner.

Dollar General Could Be About to Break Out

Dollar General stock opened higher this morning after the discounter beat analysts expectations. That's a good sign for DG, and for the broader sector.

23 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 23 Commercial Banking stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

7 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

Seven Insurance 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 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

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

Tesla — How Da Ya Like Them Apples?

Tesla's stellar run higher is hated by some, loved by others. In fact, the rise of Tesla reminds me of another love/hate stock, Apple.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — LAD PCYC 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 increased 13.2%, and the S&P has increased 12.1%.

4 Packaged Foods Stocks to Buy Now

Four 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").