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.

California’s on the Brink of a Black-Gold Rush

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 6, 2013

California's Monterey shale could hold enough energy to power the United States for decades; making the right energy plays early could mean big things for aggressive investors.

4 Packaged Foods Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 6, 2013

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

21 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 6, 2013

This week, 21 Commercial Banking stocks are improving their overall ratings on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

7 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 6, 2013

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

Should I Buy Verizon? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 6, 2013

Verizon is a leading mobile carrier but, as the mobile market approaches saturation, is it still a buy? Here are three pros and three cons.

5 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 6, 2013

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

3 Semiconductor Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 6, 2013

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

5 Reasons to Fetch PetSmart’s Stock

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 5, 2013

PetSmart's stock has tripled since 2009 but has plateaued in recent months. Most likely, though, this is just PETM catching its breath before another march north.

Don’t Doubt Darden’s South American Swing

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor Mar 5, 2013

Darden's international expansion allows it to keep its established brands out there and growing internationally while it fixes them back home.

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

By Portfolio Grader Mar 5, 2013

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

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

By Portfolio Grader Mar 5, 2013

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

3 Building Products Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Mar 5, 2013

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