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.

Should I Buy Campbell Soup? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Near a 52-week high, CPB has been providing some nice returns for its investors. Is it a stock still worth dipping into? Here is our verdict.

5 Stocks With Prime Earnings Momentum — KNSY RE CRAY LCC BRP

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

3 Stocks to Grab By the Facemask

Football season is getting into gear, and a number of sports' biggest stock names are ripe for the picking.

3 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of 3 Health Care Provider stocks are on the rise this week on Portfolio Grader. Each of these stocks is rated an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

Investing in Booze? You Should Drink to That

Beer/wine/liquor stocks are among the market's hottest in 2012. But if you're not already in, you've got time -- long-term trends point to more success ahead.

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Growth — GA MLNX MOV CLMT ACGL

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

Don’t Panic Over Dollar Tree’s Guidance

A dimmer outlook spooked analysts, but there's no cause for alarm. If consumers cut discretionary spending, dollar stores will get a bigger share of staples.

3 Diversified Retail Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of three Diversified Retail 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 Financial Services Stocks to Buy Now

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

Home Depot vs. Lowe’s: It’s No Contest

The home improvement retailers' second-quarter numbers have only confirmed a longer-growing trend. Make sure you're backing the right horse.

3 Water Utilities Thriving in the Drought

With this summer's unending drought, demand for water is reaching new highs, and these steady, dividend-paying utilities are raking it in.

5 Best Sectors to Watch This Week

This week, the Leisure Goods, Diversified Retail, Water Utilities, Household Products, and Infrastructure sectors are gathering momentum on the Portfolio Grader database.

7 Medical Devices Stocks to Buy Now

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

The Smart Silver Play: Silver Wheaton

If you want to invest in silver, a mining company isn't your best bet. And to put it simply, Silver Wheaton is.

The Wristwatch Is Still Ticking

As the smartphone generation finds a new fashion statement, it's providing a boost for the watch industry. Here's how to profit from an idea whose time is now.

5 Stocks With Great Operating Margin Growth — WAL MLNX CRAY CLUB JBSS

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

5 Media Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Road and Rail Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Tech Services Stocks to Buy Now

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