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.

An Energy Success Story Under the Sea

Energy services firm Cameron International continues to prove it has what it takes through a series of big offshore deals and ventures.

Big Blue’s Big Data Could Bring Big Profits

Big data is a hot trend in tech these days, but small startups aren't the only ones cashing in. Tech giant IBM is betting on the growth market too.

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

This week, Household Products, Water Utilities, Infrastructure, Tobacco, and Beverages are the best sectors on the Portfolio Grader database.

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

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 — DHI CALL ICA SWHC VR

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

5 Aerospace and Defense Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Mortgage Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four 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.

3 Paper Products Stocks to Buy Now

Three Paper Products 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").

6 Media Stocks to Buy Now

Six Media 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").

5 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Medical Devices Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Household Products Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Household Products 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 Reasons Why McDonald’s Will Be Just Fine

Everyone panicked when McDonald's reported a slip in same-store sales last week, but rumors of the fast-food king's demise have been greatly exaggerated.

3 Chemicals Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Beverages Stocks to Buy Now

This week, three Beverages 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").

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

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

Four Fashion and Apparel 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").