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 Stocks With Superb Operating Margin Growth — AWRE UFCS STC CALL CRAY

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

4 Ways to Play Tech’s New Next Big Thing

That's near field communication, also known as NFC, and it's coming to a smartphone near you soon. Focusing on mobile payment enablers is the key here.

9 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, 9 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 Strong Analyst Earnings Revisions — AEPI PDFS MLNX CRAY LIOX

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

A Far More Muscular Marcellus Shale Beckons

New reports peg Marcellus Shale's field's reserves at much higher levels, giving investors more incentive to add the region's top players to their portfolios.

6 Durable Goods Stocks to Buy Now

Six 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").

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").

4 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

Four Machinery 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").

8 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

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

Intel Stock: Value or Value Trap?

Intel beat earnings, but the company isn't doing so hot in the post-PC world, and shares are at a 52-week low. But is the bearishness warranted?

4 Electrical Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of four Electrical Equipment 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.

Expect Homebuilding Stocks to Keep Soaring Post-Sandy

Earnings and a Sandy-driven reconstruction boom will send investors fleeing toward numerous homebuilding stocks.

5 Communications Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Communications Equipment 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 Superb Earnings Surprises — GTAT ABMD MKL CRAY CLMT

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

The Force is Now With Disney For Investors

Walt Disney's move to purchase Lucas Films sets the company up for tremendous long-term growth and investors are wise to take advantage

9 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

Nine Restaurant and Resort 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").

11 Software Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 11 Software 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.

PVH Deal Creates a Powerhouse, Stokes Another Potential M&A Fire

PVH's purchase of Warnaco creates an apparel powerhouse equal to Ralph Lauren and VF Corp ... and possibly set up a third company to become an M&A winner.

6 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Six 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").