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 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

The Leisure Goods, Water Utilities, Infrastructure, Beverages, and Household Products sectors look strong this week, according to Portfolio Grader.

15 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 16 stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

5 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

This week, six 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").

3 Computer and Personal Electronics Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Computer and Personal Electronics 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 Stocks With Great Analyst Earnings Revisions — STC LMCA PPC PIKE PDFS

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

Two Alternative for Cramer’s Ethan Allen Pick

Home furnishing company Ethan Allen looks good to Jim Cramer. Let's take a look at two other promising companies in the same sector.

5 Stocks With Superb Earnings Surprises — LMCA WLB MITT ABAX WGO

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

5 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

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

10 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 Commercial Banking 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 Stocks With Strong Earnings Momentum — STC KNSY MIL ALJ AMED

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

10 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 10 Commercial Banking stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — LCC CVI MHO 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 13.7%, the Dow rose 6%, and the S&P has risen 11.7%.

4 Software Stocks to Buy Now

Four Software 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").

Which Abbott Is the One to Own Post-Split?

Both offer good prospects, but if you can choose just one, AbbVie -- which is the device and diagnostics side -- looks a tad more promising than the pharma arm.

JPMorgan’s Top Five Energy Picks for 2013

JPMorgan is bullish overall on equities for 2013 -- and especially for these energy names. JPM says to look here for high-beta stocks.

14 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 14 stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

5 Stocks With Prime Analyst Earnings Revisions — STC LMCA PPC OSTK PROV

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

9 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

Nine Oil and Gas 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").

3 Durable Goods Stocks to Buy Now

Three Durable Goods 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").