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.

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.

What Q1 Earnings Say About the Economy

GE and Honeywell signal overall economic recovery, while McDonald's growth may be worrisome.

Energy Independence: The Secret Weapon of Seismic Data

Energy & production players are going to the ends of earth to tap new sources of supply. To find these unconventional reserves, they need companies like this one.

Shell and Unilever — Two Game-Changers to Buy

Shell and Unilever are strategically positioned to take advantage of market opportunities in the oil and gas and consumer markets, respectively.

Forget Goodyear Loss: GT Will Keep Rolling

Goodyear Tire & Rubber took it on the chin Friday after reporting a huge drop in earnings, but the iconic tire brand will bounce back.

UTC’s Chenevert: A Big Bet on Commercial Aircraft

His $16.5 billion Goodrich deal puts United Technology's future where the growth is.

Feel Safe Scooping Up Swiss Stocks

There's a lot to like about Switzerland as an investment haven. It's not a perfect environment, but a number of Swiss stocks look promising right now.

A Buying Opportunity at H&R Block

Why are investors viewing CEO Cobb's moves to fix the company's weaknesses as a negative?

3 Stocks to Add for Long-Term Profits

We've identified three stocks among three industries that have the ability to grow for your portfolio. Consider buying them in the near future.

My Big Contrarian Bet on Coal

Sometimes, investors tend to lose their minds and overdo something -- and right now, that something is beating up coal stocks. Here's two primed for a rebound.

Make Your Bid to Buy eBay Today

eBay is now more than just an on-line auction site, they are a major player in the payment processing field. Look to eBay for a buy and take advantage today.

Home Depot Helps You Build a Better Portfolio

The Home Depot is a do-it-yourself mecca for weekend warriors, and a one-stop shop for contractors. The results are a strong company you can add to the portolio

Buying VeriFone is a Strong Portfolio Solution

VeriFone is the steadiest player in the secure electronics payment space, with a long history of earnings and growth.

6 Software Stocks to Program Into Your Portfolio

Software is a major piece of any computer configuration, and these six software players, ranging for programmers to integrators, are solid buys.

3 Steel Stocks to Buy for the Bargains

The steel industry’s recovery faces short-term headwinds, but trends are moving in the right direction. Here are three bargains to buy for a recovery.