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.

9 Pharma Buys for a Healthy Portfolio

Their dividends are attractive, and some drugmakers have made great progress in refilling their pipelines.

6 Beverage Stocks to Quench Your Thirst for Upside

The beverage industry is riding high on the growing global middle class. All of these stocks get an 'A' or a 'B' from my Portfolio Grader.

JPMorgan Chase Stock: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Blue-chip bank stock JPMorgan has gained 33% this year and is riding momentum after increasing its dividend. But do JPM shares have much more room to run?

7 Software Stocks to Program Into Your Portfolio

Apple may be grabbing all the headlines, but these 7 software stocks are solid plays with great earnings, growth and products.

Pony Up for American Express

Stress test winner American Express has it all: Solid financial footing, growing revenues and profits, a newly raised dividend -- and an alluring valuation.

Stocks to Buy Before the Zombie Apocalypse

More than 3 million people are preparing for the end of civil society and the conveniences we all take for granted. Here's how to profit from that trend.

4 Railroad Stocks for Upside and Dividends

A rebounding economy is driving growth -- and with the Keystone Pipeline out, railroads will pick up that business, too. Here are four names worth a closer look.

8 Media Stocks to Press Play

Media stocks are adding viewers, subscribers, content and platforms, increasing earnings throughout the industry. Take advantage with these 8 hot stocks to buy.

5 Smoking Tobacco Stocks to Buy Now

Tobacco industry stocks are solid picks for your portfolio, as their fundamentals are strong, and they usually serve up strong dividends. Here are 5 to own.

10 Retailers to Ring Up as a Buy Now

Retailers are starting to make headway with a pickup in the economy. These 10 players might make decent additions to your portfolio.

Turkcell: Business Continues to Thrive

Turkcell hasn't seen an end to its boardroom struggles -- or a return of its dividend -- but it's increasing subscribers and recently earned some global honors.

Top 10 Common Stocks You Want to Own

Our research indicates that these 10 stocks are great buys right now with upside across the board.

3 Ways to Play For-Profit Colleges

Investing in this space has been an unmitigated disaster. But if you're a value investor, this could be the contrarian play of a lifetime.

Investors Like Hiked Insurance Premiums

Policyholders are paying the price for low Treasury yields, but the newly raised premiums are likely to stick even if Treasury yields rebound.

Research In Motion: Still a Contrarian Buy

RIMM's BlackBerries continue to fall from grace, but the company is setting itself up much like IBM did, switching away from hardware. And it's dirt-cheap.

Stocks to Play the Improving Jobs Market

Jobless rates continue to improve, and companies involved in staffing and outsourcing -- among others -- stand to benefit. Here's a look at the best players.

Restaurant Stocks a Little Overcooked Now, But Still Tasty

Several restaurant stocks are reaching new highs, but that's no reason to cash in now -- the sector as a whole could be building significant, lasting growth.

Winners From Exxon’s Supersized Capex

No company can spend $185 billion in a bubble. Exxon Mobil hopes to bank off its huge five-year capex plan, but that money will flow through other stocks, too.

American Capital Agency Is Ready to Grow

This popular REIT is now flush with the cash it needs to add properties — and it pays a great dividend.