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.

Valero’s Retail Spinoff Is Worth Watching

Oil refineries like Valero are opting to close or spin off their retail operations to streamline profits. But while VLO might not want CST Brands, investors should.

Want to Invest Like a Hedge Fund? Here’s How

Institutional investors must disclose their holdings every quarter -- and their SEC filings are a great jumping-off point for more research. Let's take a look.

Stock Up on Home Depot for Hurricane Season

Home improvement retailers Home Depot and Lowe's were lifted after Hurricane Sandy, and could see a repeat following this hurricane season. But HD is the better bet.

5 Diversified Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Diversified Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Mortgage Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Mortgage 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.

5 Capital Markets Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Capital Markets 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.

4 Media Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

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

HR + Cloud = 3 Soaring Stocks, 1 Winner

Cloud-based HR applications have become big business these days. Take a look at a trio of stocks in the space that could be solid picks for your portfolio.

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 Mortgage Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Mortgage 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.

5 Stocks With Great 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 Stocks With Strong 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.

A Stock to Profit from Immigration Trends

With immigration reform at the forefront of policy discussions in Washington, it's time to take a look at a stock play that can pay investors well.

4 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

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

8 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, eight stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

4 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

Four Pharmaceutical 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").