Aaron Levitt

Aaron Levitt

InvestorPlace Contributor

Aaron Levitt is an independent investment analyst and author living in State College, Pennsylvania. His work appears in several high profile publications in both print and on the web.

As an advocate for long-term globally oriented investing, Aaron believes that exchange traded funds have leveled playing field for Main Street. Following global macro-economic trends, investors now have several avenues to create great long term portfolios.

Aaron is a graduate of The Pennsylvania State University where he studied Economics and International Business. Aside for helping regular investors develop winning portfolios, his current projects include writing his first book on alternative energy investing.

Follow his picks and pans on Twitter at @AaronLevitt.

Recent Articles

Coal Stocks Are Back

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Things were looking grim for coal stocks until natural gas prices picked up. Now, after BTU's surprise earnings beat, coal stocks could get hot again.

5 Electric Sources of Energy Income

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Many energy stocks have paltry dividends thanks to a need for big capex spending, but there still are plenty of sources of yield, if you know where to look.

Offshore Field of Dreams: Israel’s ‘Gassy’ Opportunity

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors usually associate Israel with its technology, but recent developments in offshore drilling could make energy a big part of the country's future.

How Smart Are ‘Smart Beta’ Funds?

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

We look at the rising field of 'smart beta' funds, which are marketed as a better solution than traditional indexed funds.

Welcome Back, West Texas Intermediate!

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Formerly the world's major crude oil benchmark, West Texas Intermediate looks ready to reclaim the throne as it closes the gap with Brent prices.

Phillips 66 Catches MLP Fever & You Should Too

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Phillips 66 joins the list of refiners offering MLPs to the public. Given the prospects, the eventual IPO could be the biggest MLP offering of the year.

Chevron Wades Back Into Argentina’s Rocky Waters

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Chevron, which knows firsthand what can happen when Argentine dealings go south, has stuck its foot back in the water with a $1.24 billion partnership with YPF.

Picking the Best Mutual Fund: Good Fund vs Good-for-You Fund

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Finding the right mutual fund for your needs and profile takes time and research, and here are 3 criteria in a good fund that should get your started

3 Stocks to Buy for a Rig Revitalization

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

A rising rig count could signal more confidence on the part of energy producers, which in turn could point to opportunities in the contract drilling space.

Jump on This Shale Play South of the Border

By Aaron Levitt, InvestorPlace Contributor

Think the hydraulic fracturing revolution is doing great things for our economy? Wait until you hear what's happening in Mexico.

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