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.

HSN Is a Cash-Flow Machine

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Even during the worst years of the financial crisis, the TV shopping channel did shockingly well.

Who’s Up for Pizza? Investors!

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Pizza is like oil -- the world needs it, the world wants it, and it isn't going anywhere. And a few stocks dabbling in it are worth your money.

Obesity: The Next Investment Driver

By James Brumley, InvestorPlace Feature Writer
The global market for weight-control products of all types is forecast to hit $53 billion in just five years, and several companies are primed to profit.

Splunk: Odd Name, Tremendous Future

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
The web analytics startup has 3,700 customers in 75 countries -- and it's just getting started.

Shell, Enerplus Are Cheap Fuel for a Portfolio

By Richard Band
Oil and gas stocks appear to be strong plays, and these two stocks, one a driller and one a producer, look to be the best of the bunch today.

Latin America Still Offers Energy Plays

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor
Despite the continent's trend toward nationalization, Brazil's Petrobras and Colombia's Ecopetrol are great buys.

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

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
If there's ever going to be a "free lunch" in our lifetime, this may be it.

3 Reasons Why Disney Is a Buy

By Jonathan Berr, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Portfolio Grader
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

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
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

By Richard Band
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

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
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%

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
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

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor
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

By Philip van Doorn, Senior Analyst, TheStreet
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

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Coinstar and Spectrum Pharmaceuticals are two stock buys on a roll with products and strategies to match growing revenues and earnings
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