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.

Royal Dutch Shell Stock: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Royal Dutch Shell has shown weakness so far in 2012, but it's set up well for the long term -- and it sports a hefty dividend.

Why China’s Slowdown Won’t Hurt Luxury

Growth of "only" 7.5% is still the world's best -- plus, Beijing aims to ramp up domestic consumption.

3 Small-Cap Tech Stocks to Buy

While Apple, Microsoft, Yahoo and Google make the headlines, other tech stocks show great potential for investors, including three listed here.

Top 5 Small-Cap Stocks for March

Small-cap stocks continue to be a way to play the market. Here are five compelling stories that lead to buying opportunities.

How My 2012 Turnaround Picks Are Doing

All six stock picks (chosen in December) are up by at least double digits so far. Take an up-to-date look at the companies chosen.

GE’s ‘Quarterback’ Has Great Field Vision

GE’s share price was sacked during the financial crisis and Great Recession, but CEO Jeff Immelt looks to stage a big comeback in 2012.

9 Food Stocks Investors Should Eat Up

There are a number of big-name food stocks that are thriving despite challenging conditions.

10 Pharma Blue Chips to Buy

There are a number of great companies in pharma if you know where to look.

7 Ways to Buy Apple … Without Buying AAPL

Think the only way to get in on Apple's red-hot growth is to plunk down $500 for an AAPL share? Think again. You can hitch a ride on several other tech stocks.

5 Reasons Apple Is a Screaming Buy After New iPad Event

Apple Inc. made a splash with its "new iPad" launch on Wednesday, giving investors just one more reason to buy this innovative gadget maker.

Shop This Company’s Products, But Not Its Stock — Yet

Carter's -- the stock behind OshKosh -- has a decent business, but is it a sound investment?

The Fast Food Chain That’s Ripe for a Buyout

The fast food chain's announcement of a three-year turnaround plan could start the company off on the road toward a private equity buyout.

Ford & GM Are Smokin’ on Accelerating Sales

Pent-up demand and fuel-efficient offerings are more than making up for the drag of higher gas prices.

China’s Lowered GDP Forecast Won’t Hurt These Stocks

Not all is woe in China's report of slower GDP growth. Increased domestic consumption, high-end consumers will help these select companies, among others.

The Arctic Awaits Energy Investors

Major oil & gas companies are making their moves into the Arctic's vast resources. Energy investors who want in early have a number of potential plays.

Top 5 Steady Stocks to Buy for March

These five top stocks offer the most reliable returns for March and are great for any novice investor.

6 Stocks to Sell in March

While the U.S. economy is strengthening, Europe is in what could be a long-term recession, so investors should scale back positions most at risk. Here are six to sell.

Hershey Still a Sweet, Stable Investment

Despite its lackluster 2012 performance, Hershey still is a strong play in good times and bad. Plus, we're nearing a historical boom season for HSY shares.

3 Crash-Proof Medical Stocks to Keep Your Portfolio’s Pulse

The recent rally won't last forever, but investors wanting to jump in can still do so -- and protect themselves -- by getting into these health-related equities.