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.

Mortgage-Backed Securities? Wait! Don’t Run!

If there's ever going to be a "free lunch" in our lifetime, this may be it.

3 Reasons Why Disney Is a Buy

Even though Disney hit an all-time high Wednesday after posting pleasing earnings, there's still plenty of reason to buy in now with confidence.

9 Media Stocks You Can Dial In

Today's media is a mix of print, online, cable and mobile devices, and these 9 media players all deserve a viewing in your portfolio.

Even Chocolate Haters Should Love Hershey

A confirmed penchant for reining in costs, a push toward premium products and a renewed focus on emerging markets all point to an exciting time for Hershey.

3 Oil Stocks to Make Volatility Your Friend

Market volatility is part of investing, and understanding trends and your individual portfolio the key. For now, look to these three oil stocks as bargains

Team Up With the Vulture Mogul for Big Profits

You, too, can invest with proven corporate raider Carl Icahn by buying shares of his mini-conglomerate, Icahn Enterprises.

It’s Finally Time to Buy Arch Coal

Coal stocks have fallen so far that they are finally worth a look. Arch Coal, in particular, looks to be the best way to play a rally in this beaten-up sector.

Should I Buy McDonald’s? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

No company is better-positioned to face the challenges of slowing economies and higher costs than McDonald's. But, on the other hand ...

Canada’s Banks: Better Than Most

Many Canadian banks continue to deliver strong results, but going forward, investors should focus on the internationally minded ones.

A Big-Rig Energy Play Yielding 8.5%

The only stocks almost as good as a direct oil play are oil service companies. And this Bermuda-based oil service company yields a whopping 8.5%.

Buy-and-Hold’s New-Age Fab Five

When you think buy-and-hold, you think of ho-hum names like Clorox or 3M. But these five stocks are the future, with staying power and dividend growth potential.

Capital One Buying Its Way to Success

Capital One, riding almost 30% gains year-to-date, should be fueled down the road by deals for ING Direct, HSBC's U.S. credit card portfolio.

Two New Buys to Open Up a New Week

Coinstar and Spectrum Pharmaceuticals are two stock buys on a roll with products and strategies to match growing revenues and earnings

The Safest Way to Play Sovereign Debt

The yield is beating Treasuries, and an ETF softens the risk.

Mead Johnson: A Formula for Success

The maker of infant formula and pediatric products is a perpetual winner, with strong growth in foreign markets as well.

FMC Is a Solid Long-Term Hold

The chemical maker was a buy in the 1950s and probably will still be a buy 60 years from now.

Leapfrogging the Competition in School

It's getting harder and harder to get into college, and parents looking for a real head start should look to LeapFrog for their children and portfolio

10 Utility Stocks to Power Your Portfolio

Utility stocks are the dividend champions in your portfolio, and these 10 stocks are worth powering into your investment horizon

9 REITs to Build Your Income Portfolio

REIT's provide an excellent source of income as 90% of taxable income must be returned to investors. Here are 9 REIT's to consider