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.

2 Retailers That Have Found the Sweet Spot

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Ascena and Francesca's buck the trend of retail businesses that are beholden to trends and fads.

3 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of three Health Care Provider 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.

DOE Report Should Push Natural Gas Forward

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
One potential use for natural gas is exporting it to energy-hungry consumers in Asia -- a possibility that could be fast-tracked thanks to a recent DOE report.

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

By Portfolio Grader
The Household Products, Water Utilities, Infrastructure, Tobacco, and Construction Materials sectors are rising to the top this week on the Portfolio Grader database.

5 Stocks With Prime Operating Margin Growth — CRRC MX LCC CALL ICA

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

5 Stocks With Superb Sales Growth — AGM ESGR SWSH REGN APSA

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

4 Medical Devices Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of four Medical Devices 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 Prime Analyst Earnings Revisions — STC LMCA PPC STI OSTK

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

14 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

By Portfolio Grader
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.

3 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
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").

3 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of three Internet and Web Service 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.

3 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

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

2 Insurance Companies to Buy Now

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Really? After Super Storm Sandy? Yes. Here are two insurance companies that can manage through stormy weather.

Stock Showdown: Wall Street’s Meat Elite

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Months after the fact, meat stocks made it through the Midwest drought smelling like roses. But which is worth riding in the shadow of a bull run?

V.F. Corp. & Deckers: The UGG Fits

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Deckers, the maker of UGG boots, got a recent shout-out from from Mad Money's Jim Cramer. He sees V.F. Corp. buying it. I couldn't agree more.

Global Hope Beyond the Cliff in Mondelez

By Richard Band
Amid all the doom and gloom, there are some reasons to expect growth. MDLZ is one stock that will benefit from global growth trends.

5 Stocks With Prime Earnings Surprises — LMCA WLB MITT ABAX PPC

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

4 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

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

From Growth Play to Stalwart, Copart Still Compels

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Salvaging autos is grim work, but the cash flow is never-ending. Copart is now the leader in this business, and while more mature it's still a winner.
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