2 Best Stocks to Invest $5,000 in Right Now

It's difficult to make a list of "great stocks to buy" that would satisfy everyone. Investors have different needs, goals, preferences, and risk tolerances, making a one-size-fits-all investment strategy impossible. But at the very least, most would agree that it's helpful to consider buying stocks that are likely to outperform the market in the next year and beyond.

That is why I picked Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) and Novavax (NASDAQ: NVAX) as two great stocks to buy right now. Both companies are riding tailwinds that will drive strong financial results, and, potentially, market-beating performances. If you happen to have $5,000 handy that you aren't saving for a rainy day, investing in either of these companies would be a great move for the long-term.