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.

Wait Before You Mess With Texas Instruments

Falling profits doesn't necessarily signal a freefall for Texas Instruments, but to build on its strengths, TXN might have to explore new markets for its chips.

3M’s Path: Upward and Outward

Post-It Notes creator MMM wheeling and dealing to spur growth, and it's positioned for success in Asia, Latin America.

McDonald’s Shares — 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Slow but steady growth looks to be the future

AMD Must Get Intel’s Chip off Its Shoulders

Advanced Micro Devices' financial performance is promising, but negative PC sales forecast, leadership issues make this stock a speculation, not a promise.

Whole Foods — Healthy, But No Wonder Stock

High price tag, recent worker accusation should give you pause as you consider delving into buying Whole Foods.

Take a Full Look at Robert Half

The temp services firm has turned the corner.

Extra! Extra! Gannett a Compelling Value

The newspaper industry is a battered market, but management's navigation has kept Gannett (GCI) competitive, making it an intriguing prospect.

5 Information Technology Stocks to Buy

Information technology isn't going anywhere. The limits are endless, and so too is the profit potential. Check out these five IT players ready to go places.

Should You Buy Medco Health?

Buyout offer from Express Scripts makes this an interesting stock, but absent a bidding war, you might be better off avoiding MHS

Intuitive Surgical Has More Room to Run

The stock is pricey, but growth is booming for this company.

5 Stocks for a U.S. Decline

To prepare for a U.S. market decline, investors should pick the best companies with an international focus. These five stocks fit the bill.

Clean Harbors Could Tidy Up Your Portfolio

Pollution cleanup stocks are getting some attention of late.

The 5 Best Stocks Under $5

Get the most out of your money by playing value-packed stocks, like these five inexpensive favorites trading for under $5 per share.

The Best Blue Chips to Buy Now

From Baidu to Viacom, potential earnings growth is the key behind these six blue chip stocks.

Coca-Cola Shares: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Top brands and emerging-market growth are a good combination.

Yum Brands: 3 Pros, 3 Cons

The restaurant chain operator's growth opportunity is huge.

IBM Is Firing on All Cylinders

One of the oldest tech stocks got a lot of buzz Monday as IBM hit a 52-week high. But is it a buy?

Check Point Will Look Better When It’s Cheaper

Demand for its products should remain strong.

Four ‘Bella’ Italian Stocks to Buy

From luxury eyewear maker Luxottica to furniture maker Natuzzi, some Italian companies are weathering the downturn better than others. Here are two more.