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.

5 Stocks to Play China’s Dominance

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader
Data shows China's economic growth could be increasing once again -- and these five stocks offer investors a way to profit from the country's prowess.

Why Nike Will Outrun Under Armour

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
Nike and Under Armour are good performers, but in terms of stock price and infrastructure, Nike wins the race.

9 Recession-Proof Biotech Stocks To Cure What Ails You

By Louis Navellier, Editor, Growth Investor
Health care stocks stay firm during a down economy and investors should consider up-and-coming biotech stocks like Alexion, Alkermes, Biogen and Cepheid.

Should You Buy the Dow — Travelers

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Travelers Indemnity's solid underwriting and financials inspire confidence in its stock.

General Motors a Better Bet Than Ford

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
While both are expected to suffer declining 2012 earnings, one of these automakers has kept cars rolling off sales lots despite higher prices.

Safety in Dollars — Regional Bank Stocks Are Flying High

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Recent earnings reports show the strength of these smaller institutions -- and the value of not being exposed to toxic mortgages.

Stock Up at Staples, Not Office Depot

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Office Depot (ODP) continues to disappoint investors and Wall Street analysts, but Staples (SPLS) is navigating the treacherous economic waters well.

Pipeline MLPs — the Holy Grail of Income Investments

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
Master limited partnerships focused on oil or gas pipeline services offer a favorable balance of risk and dividends.

Let McDonald’s Beef Up Your Portfolio

By Deborah OMalley, InvestorPlace Writer
The fundamental and technical pictures look bright for this blue-chip stock.

Dial In DirecTV Shares, For Now

By Jon Markman, Editor, Trader's Advantage and CounterPoint Options
The company's long-term obstacles are still in the distance.

‘Wintel’ Duo Still the Best Buys of the Decade

By Charles Sizemore, Chief Investment Strategist, The Freeport Society
Microsoft (MSFT) and Intel (INTC) aren't trendy -- and that's part of what makes them two of the best stocks investors can own today.

Schlumberger Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

By Tom Taulli, InvestorPlace Contributor
Schlumberger should continue to benefit from oil's tighter supplies and higher demand.

Nvidia Can Power Your Portfolio Better Than Texas Instruments

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Nvidia (NVDA) is cheap even if its growth slows -- Texas Instruments (NYSE:TXN) might be a fair value if its earnings forecasts are right.

3 Airline Stocks Cleared for Takeoff

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
Rising fuel prices hit airlines hard this year, but their stocks are now priced at bargain levels.

3 Stocks for an End-of-Year Rally

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer
If October gains all of sudden become November and December gains, these cheaply valued stocks would enjoy massive rebounds.

Stock Shop at J.C. Penney, Pass on Wal-Mart

By Peter Cohan, InvestorPlace Writer
Can JCP's new management team reinvent the department store and boost earnings growth? Or is Wal-Mart the safer bet. See our verdict.

3 ‘Buried Treasure’ Stocks Set to Triple

By Lawrence Meyers, InvestorPlace Contributor
If you can't stomach risk, stick with stalwarts. For the more adventurous at heart, these three small-cap stocks could be grand slams.

Alcatel-Lucent Stock a Bargain Under $3

By Jeff Reeves
Alcatel-Lucent has taken a nasty hit since its tech-bubble heyday, but companies still need telecom equipment. Here's why ALU has big potential in the years ahead.

Coca-Cola’s Not the One — Dr. Pepper Is

By Will Ashworth, InvestorPlace Contributor
While Coca-Cola (KO) seems ready for a pause, Dr. Pepper Snapple Group (DPS), with its multitude of strong brands, is poised to climb.
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