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.

6 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

Seven Oil and Gas 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 Stocks With Great Analyst Earnings Revisions — BDSI AEPI PDFS MLNX CRAY

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

Craving Coffee? Starbucks Still Looks Strong

If you thought Starbucks had saturated the market, you were wrong -- as I was. Instead, the company now has moved on to its second phase of growth.

Mexico: 3 Names to Know in an Ignored Emerging Market

Mexican stocks have been star performers in 2012, so it can pay to set your sights beyond the BRICs with one of these hot multinationals right next door.

6 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

Six Pharmaceutical 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 Durable Goods Stocks to Buy Now

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

Discover Financial’s Crazy Climb Can’t Continue … Can It?

The odds against it are growing, particularly if markets start backpedaling. But crazier things have happened, and this stock continues to surprise.

6 Electric Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

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

Toyota Hits the Straightaway at Full Speed

Coming out of last year's slippery curves, it's charging to the front. The new Camry is off to the races, and TM could easily retake the global sales title.

3 Networking Stocks to Play Tech’s Bounce

Cisco, JDS Uniphase and NetApp earnings beats merit attention. Thursday's jump in these shares may be a little overheated, but the companies are back on track.

12 Software Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of twelve 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.

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Surprises — ABMD MKL CRAY CLMT LIOX

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

3 Communications Equipment Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Five 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").

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — DK LF STX and more

This week, these ten stocks, all currently earning A's ("strong buy") on Portfolio Grader, have the best year-to-date performance. Since the beginning of the year, the Nasdaq rose 15.8%, the Dow rose 7.8%, and the S&P has risen 11.6%.

4 Stocks With Great Earnings Momentum — VR PRE RE CRAY

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

9 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

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

Target’s Target is Due North

Target pleased with its Q2 report, though sales grew at a slight expense to margins. The next plan of action? Canadian expansion.

3 Service Stocks to Buy Now