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.

8 Food and Grocery Stocks to Serve

Companies who provide necessities often have stocks that perform well, even during a recession. Food and grocery stocks like Kraft and Costco are must-buys.

Turn On This Young, Growing Energy Stock

This company hasn't yet hit its fifth birthday, but a focused business strategy has produced an attractive growth ramp that investors can bank on for the future.

3 Top Stocks to Stuff Your Stocking

Look alive, contrarians! Holiday cheer might come in the form of a Santa rally if the euro zone can keep it together. Buy these stocks to capitalize.

5 Winners in 2011 That Could Repeat in ’12

These S&P 500 standouts are poised for sequels in the coming year. All have a target price at least 11% higher than recent trading.

5 Top European Stocks to Buy Now

The debt crisis has battered numerous stocks that have no business being valued this low. Take advantage of these five phenomenal opportunities -- while you can.

Is Danaher the Next Berkshire Hathaway?

This steadily growing company is a well-diversified player in tech and life sciences. See who we think could be the tech version of Berkshire.

Steer Clear of the American Banker Curse!

M&T Bank's CEO earned a prestigious award that's also ill-fated -- investors should consider switching to its regional rival instead.

Costco Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Its stock has been solid this year. In fact, its average annual return has been 17.8% for the past three years. Here's a look at whether it can keep up the momentum.

How George Soros Could Improve His Food Stock Holdings

George Soros picked up about 540,000 shares of Sara Lee in the third quarter. This food stock has better prospects.

5 Heavy-Duty Commodity Plays for the Long Term

With dollar likely to stay low, commodity prices should stay high. These companies will prosper in a world of costly commodities.

Intuitive Surgical Shares Are In the Pink

Shares have surged as the company continues to be the dominant player in a fast-growing health care sector.

5 Retail Stocks to Buy in 2012

After a record-breaking 2011 Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Americans will continue to shop going into 2012. And these stocks have great upside.

Cashing In on a New Boom for Technology

Tech is poised to boom in 2012. Growth is being led by the smartphones and tablets, and companies that can consistently innovate will be winners.

PEZ Dispenses Wisdom on Fashion Stocks

V.F. Corporation has taken over Ralph Lauren's spot in the ETF's top 10 holdings. Here's a few good reasons you should make the switch, too.

6 Big Turnaround Hopes for 2012

These stocks were beaten down in 2011, but offer the possibility for better results next year. Here are our top six reversal-of-fortune hopefuls.

Invest in the Biggest Trend in Health Care Now

This company is at the forefront of one of the top trends in health care. See the name you should be buying.

Sick of GE? Try These Stocks Instead

General Electric does just about everything and has a solid stock -- but you might have overlooked these similar strong buys.

The Hottest Sector for 2012: Energy

These 10 energy stocks are poised to show great growth in 2012, thanks to a robust outlook for sector.

5 Small-Cap Buys With Large Potential

Small cap stocks can be very risky, but very rewarding. These 5 do everything from mining to groceries -- and they can deliver big profits.