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.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — LNKD FLT 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 rose 10.9%, the Dow increased 13.2%, and the S&P has risen 12.1%.

22 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 22 Commercial Banking stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("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.

5 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

This week, five Biotechnology 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").

Brokerage Firm Stocks: Just Getting Started

Brokerage firms have been demolishing market returns this year, and if investors stay bullish about the economy, there's still plenty more money to be made.

Weyerhaeuser Is More Than a Housing Play

Housing giant Weyerhaeuser agreed to a $2.6B deal to acquire Longview Timber. Coupled with a potential new business strategy, that news makes WY a buy.

Fed: Full Steam Ahead for Rail Stocks

Stocks like Canadian Pacific and Norfolk Southern have enjoyed a big start to the year, and just-released projections from the FOMC suggest the run isn't done.

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

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

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Growth — MIL MA MXWL AEGN JNJ

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

3 Stocks That Might Embarrass the Shorts

These three stocks represent the perfect short squeeze storm -- high short interest, but strong technicals.

5 Stocks With Prime Operating Margin Growth — IDT MX CALL AHS ICA

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

4 Mortgage Stocks to Buy Now

Four Mortgage 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 Diversified Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

Five Diversified Utilities 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 Stocks With Strong Sales Growth — IDCC AGM HGSH ESGR GV

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

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

For the week, Household Products, Water Utilities, Leisure Goods, Infrastructure, and Beverages are the top sectors on the Portfolio Grader database.

3 Capital Markets Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Hot Small-Caps to Buy on a Dip this Summer

These five smaller issues are red-hot, and could generate big-time profit for investors who buy them on a modest pullback.

5 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

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