Growth: It's what every investor would like to have from the stocks they buy. That's true even for individuals who are primarily seeking income.

Three Fool.com contributors believe they've identified truly magnificent growth stocks to buy right now. Here's why they chose (NASDAQ: AZN), Eli Lilly (NYSE: LLY), and Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX).

David Jagielski (AstraZeneca): What makes AstraZeneca a magnificent long-term investment is how broad the business is and the potential it has to generate long-term gains. Its oncology business brings in close to 40% of the company's total revenue. That's an important pillar, as cancer treatments are necessities for patients.

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