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.

Go Regional With These 3 Well-Built Banks

So far this earnings season, perhaps no group of stocks has stood out as much as America's financials. Credit problems continue to fade into the…

3 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

Three Oil and Gas 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 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

This week, three Internet and Web Service stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates 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").

4 Software Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four Software 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 Wireless Telecom Stocks to Buy Now

Three Wireless Telecom 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").

10 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 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.

Should I Buy IBM? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

IBM has been a tech-sector favorite for more than a century, but 2013 hasn't been all that great for Big Blue. Should investors keep their distance?

4 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

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

The Best of the Worst — 2 Materials Stocks to Buy

If this sector enjoys some much-needed cyclicality, these two stocks will be in a good position to benefit.

10 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 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.

The 3 Best ‘Big Six’ Bank Stocks to Buy

The nation's 'Big Six' banks have knocked the cover off the ball this earnings season and their stocks are soaring YTD. But the three best still might have more upside and provide broad financial exposure.

4 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

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

Phillips 66 Catches MLP Fever & You Should Too

Phillips 66 joins the list of refiners offering MLPs to the public. Given the prospects, the eventual IPO could be the biggest MLP offering of the year.

5 Stocks With Great 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.

3 Summertime Energy Plays To Energize Your Portfolio…

Now I understand that the energy sector has come under pressure lately, but I remain optimistic about the long-term prospects of these 3 mid-cap refiners.

8 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

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

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — HRB LL LNKD 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 10.9%, the Dow is up 13.2%, and the S&P is up 12.1%.