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.

3 Restaurant and Resort Stocks to Buy Now

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

7 Software Stocks to Buy Now

This week, 7 Software stocks are improving their overall rating on Portfolio Grader. Each of these rates an "A" ("strong buy") or "B" overall ("buy").

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Surprises — NXST BKEP GUID ROCM RPM

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

Dividend, Molybdenum Business Make Southern Copper a Buy

Southern Copper is a well-run operation with a little business diversity and a good (if varying) dividend. When it gets some help from copper prices, watch out!

RIMM: A Year of Misfires and Lost Opportunity, But Still Worth Something

Research In Motion has been knocked to the mat -- and whether it picks itself up or is hoisted away by a buyer, cheaply priced RIMM might be worth the gamble.

3 Fashion and Apparel Stocks to Buy Now

Three 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").

Don’t Count Out Flatlining Materials Stocks Yet

Alcoa and other materials stocks may be flat-lining, but they are still good long-term picks. Here are three reasons why.

10 Best “Strong Buy” Stocks — GGC LF LL 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 increased 15.8%, the Dow rose 7.8%, and the S&P has risen 11.4%.

8 Specialty Retail Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Stocks With Strong Earnings Momentum — KNSY PRE MRH NTK SWHC

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

Is Arena Pharmaceuticals Any More Attractive Now That the Dust Is Settling?

Now that the Belviq approval-fueled craze has waned, investors can take a clearer look at Arena's numbers. They might be pleasantly surprised.

3 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

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

Should I Buy Apple? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

When mulling an investment in AAPL, there are plenty of fundamental and technical threads to unravel. But you also have to factor in Apple-mania. See the yay-or-nay verdict.

Fossil: Not Exactly Luxury — And That’s OK

Fossil offers a mix of both appreciated brand name and respectable prices, meaning it should continue its earnings growth amid a wobbly economy.

Visa: A Gold-Medal Opportunity

Visa's standing as a major Olympic sponsor is fitting, considering both share an enormous global reach. But you can't buy Olympic stock, so ...

5 Stocks With Superb Earnings Growth — EGHT AWH DBD MOV GNC

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

How to Play Consistently Low Pay

More than a quarter of the U.S. work force earns low wages -- and that isn't expected to drop in the next decade. But at least a few companies aren't crying.

5 Health Care Provider Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Health Care Provider 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.

Should I Buy Chevron? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Energy major Chevron faces pricing issues like everybody else, but its ability to generate cash and its commitment to exploration are attractive.