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 ‘Gotta-Have’ Consumer Stocks

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Nov 16, 2012

These five consumer stocks are powered by brands that have loyal followings, even in the face of cheaper alternatives.

Bet on the EU’s Emotions With the National Bank of Greece

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader Nov 16, 2012

The National Greece of Bank is an über-volatile measure of Europe’s bailout hopes -- and could deserve a look from intrepid investors.

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

By Portfolio Grader Nov 15, 2012

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

3 Life Science Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Nov 15, 2012

Three Life Science 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").

Think Twilight Will Be Big for LGF? Just Wait

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor Nov 15, 2012

While Lions Gate is expecting huge sales for "Breaking Dawn: Part 2," the music won't stop for the stock once the vampires are dust.

Dollar Thrifty Gives Hertz New Fuel

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Nov 15, 2012

Getting its $2.6 billion deal OK'd could help the No. 2 car-rental company really pull ahead of No. 3 Avis. Both stocks are cheap, but Hertz has more potential.

3 Software Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Nov 15, 2012

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

5 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader Nov 15, 2012

The grades of five Restaurant and Resort 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.

Recreation Stocks Are Runnin’ on Fun … and the Zombiepocalypse

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Nov 15, 2012

Whether it's preparing for the end of the world or a new yoga class, these five trends are carrying recreation stocks this year -- and should stick around for 2013.