Stocks to Buy

Identifying winning stocks requires more than scanning headlines. InvestorPlace analysts focus on long-term themes, market timing, and structural shifts shaping where capital is flowing next, highlighting stocks positioned to benefit from those trends.

Enjoy the Sale on Home Depot

The share price drop on its earnings "disappointment" is a nice opening for investors to get in on a solid stock with strong growth prospects.

Make a Bid on Sotheby’s

The venerable auction house survived its price-fixing scandal of many years ago and, along with the rich opening their wallets again, is seeing a sizable burst in business.

Jump on the Exodus in JPMorgan

A $2 billion trading loss is a screaming headline, but the panic it induced in JPM investors was overblown -- and opened up a door for new positions.

GNC Is a Healthy Stock Buy

Despite a recent setback due to USDA warnings on supplements, GNC is still very well positioned for growth, and is a healthy addition to your portfolio

3 Stocks That Are Simply the Best

Of the 20 Fortune 500 companies that are also the best to work for, these three are best buys.

Dimon in the Rough and Earnings Updates

JPMorgan Chase may be the headline at the end of the week, but some solid earnings by strong companies make for buying opportunities, too.

HSN Is a Cash-Flow Machine

Even during the worst years of the financial crisis, the TV shopping channel did shockingly well.

Who’s Up for Pizza? Investors!

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

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

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

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

Despite the continent's trend toward nationalization, Brazil's Petrobras and Colombia's Ecopetrol are great buys.

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.