The best mid-cap stocks to buy provide growth potential without being overly speculative. PDC Energy ( PDCE ): With oil prices likely to soar on reduced global supply, PDCE can still build on its momentum. Life Storage ( LSI ): Housing market dynamics could make this self-storage-focused real estate investment trust thrive. Oshkosh ( OSK ): Specialty truck and military vehicle maker OSK could be one of the best mid-cap stocks to buy on escalating tensions. Boyd Gaming ( BYD ): A gaming and hospitality firm, Boyd could benefit from broader travel desires. Williams-Sonoma ( WSM ): WSM caters to a more affluent crowd, thus providing some economic insulation. Lithia Motors ( LAD ): LAD has held up well because of the indispensable demand for personal transportation. Avis Budget ( CAR ): Avis could benefit from heightened domestic travel demand. Source: iQoncept / Shutterstock.com During this discounted period, it may be tempting to sniff out some popular small-capitalization trades. However, patient investors should consider the best mid-cap stocks to buy.
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