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.

Africa: The Last Investment Frontier

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society Aug 3, 2012

While Africa still has problems with widespread poverty, there's no questioning the hot growth projected for the continent. Here's how to dive in.

Time to Raise a Glass to Boston Beer

By Kyle Woodley, Senior Investing Editor, Kiplinger Aug 3, 2012

The maker of Sam Adams is brewing a promising story. It includes tapping Americans' thirst for quality craft beer, solid fundamentals -- and a possible buyout.

4 Mega-Cap Stocks to Buy Now

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer Aug 3, 2012

Just because a company reaches a behemoth size doesn't mean it still doesn't have some untapped upside potential. These four mega-caps apply.

Green Mountain Shares Perking Up

By Sam Collins, InvestorPlace Chief Technical Analyst Aug 3, 2012

Buy Green Mountain Coffee Roasters on a pullback to $21.

Get Yourself a Monopoly on Railroads

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Aug 2, 2012

Railroad stocks are never sexy, but they can perform. In this case, so many look good right now that you might be able to cover the whole board.

5 Stocks With Strong Earnings Surprises — DHI NXST BKEP GUID TOL

By Portfolio Grader Aug 2, 2012

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

3 Winners in the 1 Energy Sector to Buy Now

By Susan J. Aluise, Aviation, Auto & Transportation Writer Aug 2, 2012

These three stocks are the top picks among the rebounding refiners, a sector that's been mostly overlooked lately.

CB&I-Shaw Is a Deal Built for Growth

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor Aug 2, 2012

The $3 billion buyout has its skeptics, but it creates an energy infrastructure superpower at the perfect time. It should be a long-term win for investors.