he is mark lucchini. make a case, mark, about why this is a time to buy stocks. a lot of our viewers are still very fearful of this stock market rally. >> well, i understand that, susie, and it's unfortunate, because the fact of the matter is the fundamental underpinnings for companies today is still very attractive, even as share prices have moved up as high as they have of recent. i think that's because economic activity is continuing to show signs of improvement. and i think that lays a fertile environment for profits to continue to grow. not at a terrific pace, but to grow nonetheless. that should lead to stock prices to continue to advance, particularly amongst investigators looking for capital growth and seeking income. many dividend stocks are a much more attractive alternative to low yielding bonds and certainly cash. >> let's look at some of the stocks you're recommending. you're taking some of your own advice. yesterday you were in buying apple stock. tell us why. here is a stock that has been very controversial. it's been down 40% since its market high