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 Strong Sales Growth — BDSI DRRX AGX GORO MCC

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

5 Packaged Foods Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Packaged Foods 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.

4 Packaging Stocks to Buy Now

Four Packaging 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 Machinery Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Biotechnology Stocks to Buy Now

The grades of five Biotechnology 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.

6 Internet and Web Service Stocks to Buy Now

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

4 Commercial Banking Stocks to Buy Now

Four Commercial Banking 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 “Triple A” Stocks to Buy

This week, eleven stocks get A's ("strong buy") in Portfolio Grader's three main grading categories, Total Grade, Overall Fundamental Grade, and Quantitative Grade.

3 Mortgage Stocks to Buy Now

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

3 Gas Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Stocks With Superb Analyst Earnings Revisions — HALL CSFL BKEP AEPI MGAM

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

11 Oil and Gas Stocks to Buy Now

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

Should I Buy Merck? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Pharma is a tough game, but thanks to its simultaneous continued R&D spending and cost-cutting, Merck has what it takes to win. Or does it?

7 Software Stocks to Buy Now

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

Chinese Stocks Face a Gaping Credibility Gap

China's New Oriental Education episode highlights the risks involved in strictly Chinese stocks -- and why a global focus might be a safer bet.

6 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy Now

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

5 Electric Utilities Stocks to Buy Now

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

6 Chemicals Stocks to Buy Now

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

Insurance Stocks: In It for the Long Haul

Insurance companies haven't been very popular recently, which spells opportunity for investors looking for long-term picks.