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.

8 Software Stocks to Download

These software stocks are solid performers across all the metrics, and are strong buys for your portfolio

Ford vs. GM — Clash of the Titans Continues

Detroit's divas downshifted in the first quarter -- but even at scintillating valuations, are either Ford or GM worth investors' time and money?

Rent-A-Center Owns Its Market

For cash flow, you can't do better than Rent-A-Center. Here's what else makes it an attractive buy.

Visa, MasterCard Still Charging Forward

Visa and MasterCard both hit quarterly earnings out of the park, but which is better positioned for the long term?

Forget Banks and Buy These Safe Financials

Credit cards and pawnshops enjoy steady, robust growth.

The Online Vacation Play You’ve Probably Never Heard Of

You may not have heard about online travel site HomeAway, but it has a number of things going for it -- not the least of which is a strong cash flow.

Quick, Buy Green Mountain at the Open!

Green Mountain Coffee Roasters (GMCR) was brutalized after earnings and could be a bargain buy for short-term traders on Thursday morning at $28.80.

This Industry’s Stocks Are Well Worth the Wait

The long-term bullish case for dollar-store stocks holds up pretty well, but here's why investors should hold off on buying for now.

Tune Comcast Into Your Portfolio Today

Comcast continues to explore ways to get into your household, including tv, internet,and movies. The strategy pays off for investors.

Apple Fueled By China’s Consumption Patterns

Chinese demand for iPhones has just touched the surface, as a first hand look at the pattern uncovers the potential growth for Apple's products.

8 Chemical Stocks to Cook Up in Your Lab

These 8 stocks in the chemical industry grade out well in the search for better performing companies in your portfolio

Pfizer is Still a Pharmaceutical-Giant Buy

Despite a slowdown in sales as Lipitor becomes a generic drug, pharma giant Pfizer is still a very good buy, and a great play for your portfolio.

3M Just Gets Better and Better

Innovation, great cash flow, solid dividend -- 3M has everything an investor could want.

Watson Pharmaceuticals Is No Ordinary Generic

Watson Pharmaceuticals is an outstanding company that grows earnings and revenues every year in the tough generic pharma space. Consider this a top buy.

Should I Buy Exxon Mobil? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Exxon Mobil's performance of late has been less than spectacular -- should investors stay away, or are better times ahead?

10 Editor’s Picks — What to Buy in May

An update to this buy-and-hold investor's list of stocks to buy include two new additions: Coca-Cola and Arch Coal.

5 Things to Like About Changyou

It could be the bargain among China's hot online gamers -- and its earnings report shows strength across the board.

Top 6 Stocks to Buy for May

The market is approaching important resistance, and quality stocks should be bought on pullbacks. See the six picks on this month's buy list.

Airline Scorecard: How Do These 6 Carriers Stack Up After Earnings?

Which airline is doing the best job on all three fronts -- financial, performance and customer perception? We run the numbers.