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.

3 Buys to Escape the Agony of Low Treasury Yields

These picks -- one mutual fund and two stocks -- can protect your portfolio from a Fed-fueled rally.

Ranking the 10 Best Stocks for 2012

Two months into 2012, eight of our 10 experts' picks for the best buy-and-hold stocks for 2012 are showing gains in double digits.

Why Illumina’s Future Remains Bright

Rejection of Roche's takeover bid has cooled ILMN shares, but many expect Roche to step up its advances. If not, Illumina still has great growth prospects.

10 Stocks to Make You Green With Profits

A list of 10 stocks whose charts signal a buying opportunity you won't want to miss.

3 Attractive Stocks With Major Announcements

Ford underwent some management changes following the retirement of two senior executives. Plus: Two more names with important news.

These Hot Tech Blue Chips Are Still Bargains

Apple has good company among tech mega-caps worth considering now. If you're ready for some risk, these three names also look quite alluring.

5 Money-Making Retailers Receiving High Marks

We may have missed the 0.7% estimated gain in retail sales last month. But high-performance stocks like these show just how strong this sector can be.

Kellogg Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

The food company's recent deal for Pringles is a game-changer. Is it enough to make it a buy? Here's what to like, what not to like and the verdict.

Comcast Has Plenty of Running Room Ahead

It latest quarterly report added some zing, but more is in store. The company is hardly perfect, but it's strong now -- and well positioned for further growth.

Retail Sales Are Up, So Are These 7 Shopper-Friendly Stocks

Retail sales rose 0.4% in January. No doubt shoppers were frequenting one of these seven clothing companies. They also make for great stocks.

Doughnuts Are a Steep Investment

Krispy Kreme and Dunkin' Brands offer tantalizing treats and have solid businesses. Should you take a bite of either?

Catch These 5 Stocks While They’re Flying High

Despite the proposed defense cuts, these five stalwart companies are still making significant gains.

How to Play a Coal Rebound

Coal producers are taking a beating, but some companies, those dealing in metallurgical coal, could benefit from long-term steel-making trends.

Is Nokia Finally a Bargain Worth Striking?

Nokia's string of problems is well known, but a dirt-cheap valuation and promising technology mean now might be the time for investors to get into NOK.

Buy This Viking Energy Powerhouse

Norwegian energy giant Statoil is growing earnings and reserves, its margins aren't weighed down by refining, and it offers a nice dividend to boot.

A Couple of Lovely Valentine’s Day Stocks to Buy

InterActiveCorp, with its matchmaking websites Match.com and OKCupid, is a fundamentally great Valentine's Day stock. As is PetSmart.

BGC Partners: Thriving, Cheap and a Double-Digit Dividend

BGC Partners is a spin-off of Cantor Fitzgerald, the firm that lost 658 employees on Sept. 11. It has since rebounded and is now well-positioned.

8 Aggressive, High-Yield Stocks to Buy

These stocks -- covering finance, iron ore, health care, natural gas and corporate debt -- are both on the move and paying juicy dividends.

6 Conservative Stocks to Buy in February

February's safe portfolio picks -- which offer strong dividend yields -- look much the same as January's, with one new addition.