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.

Power Your Portfolio With National Grid

Despite somewhat high valuation, its whopping dividend yield and profit margin make this utility attractive.

Sprint Nextel: A Bargain With or Without AT&T/T-Mobile Merger

But don't get attached -- Sprint stock's value is its bargain price, not its potential as a long-term stock to hold.

Sweeten Your Portfolio with This Soft Drink Stock

National Beverage's solid technicals and fundamentals point to a good investment opportunity.

The Big Losers: 3 Stocks in the Dumps Poised to Rally

These three companies have been battered lately, but can be bought on the cheap and have the potential to climb out of the doldrums.

Under Armour Won’t Protect Your Portfolio

36% rise in the last two weeks puts this capital under-earner out of my price range.

3 Winning Hospital Information Systems Stocks

These three hospital information systems companies are poised to reap the benefits of governmental incentives.

8 Timely Buys for the Rest of the Year

From railroad company Norfolk Southern to consumer staple Colgate, these eight stocks are starting to gain traction and should finish the year strong.

Joy Global Could Make a Happy Portfolio

This company offers up steady profit growth and an attractive valuation.

5 Bargain Blue Chips to Buy After the Pullback

These behemoths can withstand troubled times and offer decent dividends, making them smart choices for building a sturdy portfolio.

4 Reasons NetApp Stock Is A Bargain Play

NetApp's presence in storage solutions and management gives it a good foot in the door for its cloud computing business.

Things to Like in Fortune Brands

Pending spinoffs and branding initiatives are likely to further improve Fortune Brands' performance.

5 Top China Plays Now

Chinese stocks have taken a big hit, but their economy is still growing at a breakneck pace. Investors shouldn't let opportunities like BIDU and BHP pass them by.

Top 6 Stocks for September

Sure, the market took a beating in August – but the upside is lower stock prices provide investors the opportunity to buy quality stocks at bargain prices. See six safest bets.

Donaldson Could Clear the Air For Your Portfolio

Donaldson is enjoying a growth spurt, but if analysts’ modest expectations are right, its stock price is high.

Dresser-Rand Group Could Drill an Investment Dry Hole

If management meets a bullish forecast, the stock is cheap, but recent big earnings miss puts DRC's credibility on thin ice.

Home Depot on a Solid Rebuilding Path

Renovation of distressed properties help propel Home Depot’s sales of home-improvement and construction products.

3 Telecom Stocks for a Bull or Bear Market

The telecom sector has offered up some bargains that are already so cheap there's little risk of a big downside.

Big Lots — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

A downturning economy good mean good things for this discount retailer's stock.

Tiffany & Co. Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

What economic crisis? Tiffany's success in the Asia-Pacific region, as well as strong demand for its high-end products, are shielding it from high commodities prices and lagging economies.