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 Aerospace and Defense Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
Three Aerospace and Defense 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").

Yet Another Boring Growth Play!

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
You may need your espresso ready when you find out what this company does, but profitable doesn't need to be glamorous.

Darden Strengthens Its Bench With Yard House

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Acquiring one of the fastest-growing casual dining restaurant chains in America is a brilliant move. Shareholders ought to be very happy.

eBay’s Savvy Move to Get Fashionable

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Adding a line of exclusive goods for the holidays will add to its already growing appeal. Throw in PayPal, and investors have a lot to like about eBay.

5 Bloodied Chinese Tech Stocks to Buy Now

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
A number of Chinese stocks have been bloodied up of late, but the best of the best opportunities to buy low are in the tech/Internet space. Here are 5 to grab.

6 Reasons to Buy Exxon Mobil

By Dan Burrows, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
Exxon Mobil is the best single integrated-energy stock in the market right now. Here's why it offers the best value, quality and growth profile of any energy giant in the world.

IBM: Why Big Blue Is a Big Buy

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
Add it all up, and IBM has great growth prospects -- and an appealing valuation. Its products are becoming more and more essential to businesses worldwide.

Should I Buy Travelers? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Travelers Cos.' earnings were nothing to write home about, but is that reason enough to consider ignoring the stock?

A.O. Smith Has China Fever

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
A global leader in water heaters has globalization figured out. Its success in China is likely to be repeated in India. It's a stock to hold forever.

Surging Drill Rig Rates Will Fuel Noble

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
One of Noble's newest state-of-the-art rigs is now contracted to Anadarko for $618,000 a day -- and more of these super-capable deepwater rigs are on the way.

7 Long-Term Demographic Trends to Play

By Alyssa Oursler, InvestorPlace Contributor
Earnings and stock fundamentals are important, but don't miss the forest while looking at the trees. Here are the big-picture demographic trends to keep your eye on.

3 Software Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
Three Software 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").

The Best and Worst Auto Stocks to Drive Now

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
If you're looking for an auto stock to jump into right now, forget the big U.S. automakers -- Japan, Germany and electric are where you should park.

Intel Is Getting Its Mojo Back

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Thanks to already-low expectations and some reasons to be positive going forward, few people are sweating Intel's forecast cut.

Should I Buy Bank of America? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Bank of America posted solid earnings last quarter and has had a good 2012 overall -- but is it enough to buy the stock? Here are the pros and cons.

9 Insurance Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
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").

5 Commercial Services Stocks to Buy Now

By Portfolio Grader
The grades of five Commercial Services 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.

The New Nifty Fifty

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
Long-term investors may find opportunities in this group of largely household names -- with steady earnings and often above-average dividends.

A Niche REIT Offers Outsized Returns

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Equity LifeStyles Properties is a resort rental property REIT that has great management and a solid dividend, plus a niche that gives it a nice advantage.
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