The Best Healthcare Stocks to Buy
Healthcare stocks appeal to investors for a few different reasons.
- They are considered defensive, meaning they can hold up better than some other sectors during an economic slowdown.
- Demand for health-related products and services continues to rise as populations age.
- Healthcare companies tend to have high research and development spending, which can generate major improvements in treatment options.
In the year to date, the Morningstar US Healthcare Index rose 13.23%, while the Morningstar US Market Index gained 13.62%.
The 12 Best Healthcare Stocks to Buy Now
These were the most undervalued healthcare stocks that Morningstar’s analysts cover as of Nov. 19, 2025.
