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.

5 Diversified Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Diversified Utilities 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 Capital Markets Stocks to Buy Now

This week, three Capital Markets stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated 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").

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.

3 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

This week, three Oil and Gas 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

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

After a Few Missteps, GE Is Back on Track

After selling GE shares back in 2009, I bought back in last year -- and so far GE's ability to execute on CEO Jeff Immelt's long-term plan is paying off.

Conglomerates — 1 to Buy, 1 to Watch

Companies like GE and Berkshire Hathaway have tons of businesses under one roof -- and how those businesses align with the economy as a whole will determine how the parent company performs.

5 Stocks With Prime Analyst Earnings Revisions — LMCA WGO PIKE LCI ADNC

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

GE’s Cash Cow Makes a Strong Bull Case

The company is spending money like it has something to prove -- and it does. Many investors are still smarting from the dividend cut in 2009, but the outlook from here looks a lot more rosy.

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").

Plenty of Sunshine Left on Solar Stocks

Goldman Sachs might be late to the game in touting the solar sector's prospects, but it's certainly not wrong.

3 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

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

GE Setting Up for Another Summer Bull Run

The slow and steady upward march of General Electric should continue this summer thanks to favorable technicals and the potential for shorts to get sent away.

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.

Should I Buy AutoZone? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Does slow and steady win the race? If you ask AutoZone shareholders, they'd nod to the affirmative. But that's in the past. Can AZO keep it up?

10 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 10 Restaurant and Resort 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 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 Williams-Sonoma? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Williams-Sonoma has been aggressive in its multi-brand, multichannel marketing, and to great results. But does that make its stock worth your investment dollar?