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.

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.

5 Small-Cap Energy Stocks to Power your Portfolio

Large-cap energy stocks get all the attention, but they don't produce all of the energy. Here are five small-cap energy picks to give your portfolio a jolt.

3 Wireless Telecom Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Wireless Telecom 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.

Bank of America Continues Its Crazy Bull Run

While bank stocks across the board have been going strong, Bank of America still looks the strongest.

Your Core Portfolio: Midcap Value Stocks

Tupperware and Hartford Financial Services are among the few companies worth going after in the midcap value stock space.

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.

10 Blue Chips With Cash Cushions for a Crisis

If you’re concerned about a pullback, consider these blue chips with lots of cash in the bank, rich operating cash flow and high revenue per employee.

Scour Net Current Assets for Screaming Buys

If a stock can be snatched up at a discount to its net current assets value, it's a bargain. That makes these two picks must-haves for your portfolio.

4 Software Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four 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.

Should I Buy Visa? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Visa has performed powerfully for investors, returning an average of 38% each of the past 3 years. But is the recent plunge a buying opportunity or an omen?

3 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Three Fashion and Apparel 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

This week, 10 Restaurant and Resort stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Trust Me, Times Will Get Easier at EZCorp

EZCorp is in the middle of a big-time transition that weighed on its recent quarterly numbers, but have no fear -- it will definitely pay off.

It’s OK to Bank on Bankrate

A weak Bankrate earnings report doesn't seem to be bothering investors, who instead seem to be bullish about the company's future prospects.

3 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

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

Concerns About Comcast Are Plain Wrong

Concerned chatter about cord-cutters is nothing more than noise, and Comcast stock remains a buy.

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

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

8 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of eight Insurance 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 Commercial Services Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Commercial Services 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.