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.

Should I Buy Weight Watchers? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 7, 2013

After the stock's giant dip last week, the follow-up question is obvious: Should I buy Weight Watchers on the dip? The answer might surprise you.

5 Stocks With Superb Earnings Momentum — KNSY MIL ALJ AMED URS

By Portfolio Grader Aug 7, 2013

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

21 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Aug 7, 2013

This week, 21 Commercial Banking stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

8 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Aug 7, 2013

Eight 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").

Your Core Portfolio: Small-Cap Growth Stocks

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 7, 2013

Those not familiar with tech or biotech might want to punt their small-cap picks to a fund, though there are single-stock opportunities in finance and rentals.

3 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Aug 7, 2013

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

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — CSGP FLT LL and more

By Portfolio Grader Aug 7, 2013

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%.

Boring Stocks Can Be Your Best Friend

By Tim Melvin, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 6, 2013

You don't have to obsessively check stock movement to make good investments. Stocks like KCLI give investors time to get on with the rest of their lives.

3 Building Products Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Aug 6, 2013

The grades of three Building Products 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 Stocks With Prime Earnings Growth — MIL MA MXWL AEGN JNJ

By Portfolio Grader Aug 6, 2013

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

5 Stocks With Superb Cash Flow — KT XIN ZA MIL GSL

By Portfolio Grader Aug 6, 2013

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