Filed under: Analyst reports, Analyst upgrades and downgrades, Products and services, Marketing and advertising, Stocks to BuyDendreon Corp. (NASDAQ: DNDN) shares more than doubled in early morning trading. But this may be somewhat misleading as the 100% surge is following Tuesday's 45% decline that caused a halt in trading.As promised, on Tuesday, Dendreon released detailed results of its innovati...

Filed under: Stocks to BuyThe Obama administration's promise to create a more self-reliant, energy-independent nation and the impact of efforts to first limit, then eliminate global warming from fossil fuels opens the door to alternative energy source development. But, as Saudi Arabia reminds us, and the world, barring a breakthrough technology, fossil fuels will remain a major energy source for at...

Filed under: Stocks to BuyThe insurance sector has had its share of woes, due to some companies dabbling in securities that perhaps they shouldn't have. But that does not mean there aren't bargains out there for moderate-risk investors, and with the aforementioned in mind, The Travelers Companies (NYSE: TRV) is worth a review. Although both the underwriting and investment climates will remain a tou...

Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, McDonald's (MCD), Agriculture, Stocks to BuyThis post is part of a seven article report -- Food for thought: Best bets in food & beverage stocks. "Customers are trading down to McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) from higher-end restaurants," says growth stock expert Toby Smith in his ChangeWave Investing. The fast food operator is also a buy from Bill Marti...

Filed under: Earnings reports, Stocks to Buy, Earnings transcriptsThis post was written by Minyanville contributor Smita Sadana I have established a small trading position in Riverbed Technology (NASDAQ: RVBD), after it announced earnings. Here's why: Earnings beat expectations. RVBD reported EPS of 13 cents vs. consensus of 10 cents. The revenue number was also higher. Several brokers h...

Filed under: Newsletters, Agriculture, Stocks to BuyThis post is part of a seven article report -- Food for thought: Best bets in food & beverage stocks. American Italian Pasta Company (NASDAQ: AIPC) has caught the attention of two leading advisors -- Dennis Slothower and Elizabeth Harrow. Slothower, editor of Stealth Stocks has chosen the issue as his latest "stock of the month" while Harrow, ...

Filed under: Hewlett-Packard (HPQ), Stocks to BuyIs it time to establish a position in industry bellwether Hewlett-Packard? For investors who can tolerate moderate risk, indeed it is. Here's why: After a projected slight revenue dip in F2009, analysts generally see revenue growth in the 4-6% range for F2010. Continue reading Look for Hewlett-Packard to survive this elongated economic stormLook for ...

Filed under: Stocks to SellNow would a good time to Short shares of Wynn Resorts (NYSE: WYNN). A perfect storm of unfavorable factors -- visa restrictions, the global recession, increased competition, and a crack-down on needless corporate and related business travel, do not bode well for WYNN. Other negatives: Las Vegas is in a pronounced recession, the typical American is scaling-back domestic tr...

Filed under: Stocks to BuyIt goes without saying that one of the sectors preferred in this space is the integrated oil sector, and when one can combine a demonstrated business model with a dominant market position, that's the equivalent of a baseball doubleheader, which is why Brazil-based Petroleo Brasileiro SA (NYSE: PBR), also known as Petrobras, is worth a review.In general, analysts expect Pet...

Filed under: Other issues, Chasing Value, Commodities, Stocks to Buy, Best Stocks for 2009, Williams Companies (WMB)As I have been sharing with our readers over the years, I do not suggest anything I would not do myself. Today I am calling your attention to the Williams Companies, Inc. (NYSE: WMB) which I bought today at $13.00.I had already taken advantage of a negative market view on the stock by...

Filed under: Oil, Stocks to BuyA new U.S. administration's promise to create a more self-reliant, energy-independent nation and the impact of efforts to first limit, then eliminate global warming from fossil fuels opens the door to alternative energy source development. But, as Saudi Arabia reminds us, barring a breakthrough technology, fossil fuels will remain a major energy source for at least th...

Filed under: Major movement, Rants and raves, Chasing Value, Stocks to Buy, Intuitive Surgical Inc (ISRG)It is not possible to follow all stocks or companies with equal intensity, focus, or depth of knowledge. One that I have followed for over ten years is Intuitive Surgical, Inc. (NASDAQ: ISRG).I originally bought in at the very bottom, about $7.70 and last year sold about 20% of our position for ...

Filed under: Stocks to BuySupervalu (NYSE: SVU) is the second "empty-shoe box" play in a week. The first being Sunoco (NYSE: SUN). Normally, one wouldn't see two of these in a year, but these are not normal times for the U.S. economy.In general, analysts are cautious regarding Supervalu, arguing that a combination of acquisition integration pains (it bought 1,124 Albertson's grocery stores) and a c...

Filed under: International markets, Newsletters, Diageo plc (DEO), Stocks to Buy, Recession"If you're buying stocks to meet long-term investment goals, now is an excellent time to do some bargain hunting," says Alexander Green. In The Oxford Communique he looks to Diageo (NYSE: DEO). "One good place to start is with Diageo . We like the outlook for company, which is the world's largest spirit maker...

Filed under: Stocks to BuyAs prices at the gas pump begin their later-if-not-sooner return to the stratosphere, you can sit there and lament, or you can own Hess (NYSE: HES). Hess is an integrated oil and gas company with proved reserves totaling 1.4 billion barrels of oil equivalent. Hess also sells gasoline through about 1,400 gas stations, primarily in the eastern U.S.Continue reading You can lo...

Filed under: Newsletters, Stocks to Buy"We are still finding attractively valued growers in tech," says quantitative analyst Richard Morney. In his Upside stock advisory newsletter, he notes "We have found several especially promising tech stocks with solid track records, strong finances, and attractive growth prospects." Here, the advisor reviews three stocks that earn his top 'best buy' rating: ...

Filed under: Stocks to Buy The world is awash in oil. For now. Gasoline prices are at moderate levels. For now. And analysts say slack demand will keep a lid on gasoline prices this summer. Well, as the singer Meatloaf would say, two out of three ain't bad. Given the continuing U.S. recession (which has taken many drivers off the road), all signs point to moderate gasoline prices for the duration o...

Filed under: Newsletters, Oil, Stocks to Buy, Green Stocks, Obama Picks"A smart grid makes use of coded signals that travel along power lines, much like DSL broadband messages move through the phone telephone," explains growth stock expert Jim Powell. In Global Changes & Opportunities Report, he looks at two favorite plays on the development of a smart grid: Esco Technologies (NYSE: ESE) and ...

Filed under: Stocks to BuyReaders of the this space know that two preferred sectors are integrated oil and refining sectors. Would that the United States could wean itself from oil relatively quickly and transition to a cheap, environmentally-friendly, alternative energy source (natural gas, electric, fuel cell) for auto transportation. Unfortunately, as researchers remind us, that goal is at least...

Filed under: International markets, China, Newsletters, Mutual funds, ETF Investing, Commodities, Oil, Agriculture, Stocks to Buy"It's time to invest in Hong Kong, which is the gateway to China," says Mark Skousen, who looks to the iShares MSCI Hong Kong ETF (NYSE: EWH). In his High Income Alert, the leading advisor explains, "While China's stock markets are wild, illiquid and unregulated, the Hon...