3 Biotech Stocks I'd Buy Right Now

In spite of the March market crash, the year has been decent for biotech stocks. The iShares Nasdaq Biotechnology ETF (NASDAQ: IBB) is up 11% since the start of 2020. That's compared to the S&P 500's 6.3% gain. The industry's work in potential coronavirus vaccines and therapies have lifted some stocks. But even those that aren't involved in coronavirus research offer growth opportunities due to strong products.

Here, I'll talk about three biotech stocks I would buy right now -- and keep for the long term. Vertex Pharmaceuticals (NASDAQ: VRTX) is trading at a bargain considering its product portfolio and earnings to come. Amgen (NASDAQ: AMGN) is beginning a new phase of growth. And finally, for the most aggressive investors, Novavax (NASDAQ: NVAX) represents an opportunity to bet on coronavirus and flu vaccine candidates. Let's take a closer look.

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