Gene Marcial

InvestorPlace Contributor

Gene Marcial is a long-time observer of the investing world, having worked for The Wall Street Journal and BusinessWeek, where he wrote the closely followed “Inside Wall Street” column for 28 years. He now writes for MSN Money and contributes to Forbes. His most recent book is “Seven Commandments of Stock Investing,” published by FT Press.

Recent Articles

Make Your Investment Charge With Visa

By Gene Marcial, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 10, 2012

Even after years of explosive growth, credit-card behemoth Visa remains a fantastic growth opportunity -- and it can be had at a decent valuation.

3 Stocks With Big Dividend Growth Potential

By Gene Marcial, InvestorPlace Contributor Feb 3, 2012

These three stocks aren't currently big payout providers, but their growth bodes well for future dividend increases -- and even capital gains.

McDonald’s Could Be the Apple of Fast Food

By Gene Marcial, InvestorPlace Contributor Jan 27, 2012

Its dominant performance and steady stock climb echo the mighty tech company. An Apple-like breakout moment could be next.