Alyssa Oursler

Alyssa Oursler

Alyssa Oursler is a freelancer writer based in San Francisco. She covers a wide variety of topics, including investing, personal finance, technology and gender … but she is most interested in what those things mean for the big questions (and vice versa).

Her work has appeared on InvestorPlace.com, Business Insider, MSN Money and more. She is a Gettysburg College alum, a member of Phi Beta Kappa, a Mahan Fellow and a big fan of dogs, books and basketball.

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Recent Articles

Lululemon Earnings: 3 Things to Watch

All eyes will be on Lululemon on Sept. 12 as the company releases its second-quarter numbers, which will include the damage from its sheer-pants recall.

Should I Buy Walmart? 3 Pros, 3 Cons

Should you bother snatching up underperforming Walmart stock? We decide by looking at the pros and cons.

What’s Next for Microsoft? Maybe Foursquare

Rumors are floating around today about Microsoft's interest in a stake in social media app Foursquare.

Krispy Kreme’s Frosting Melts Off

Krispy Kreme was one of the hottest stocks of the year, but was set to open Friday down big after posting weaker-than-expected earnings for the second quarter.

Marijuana Stocks Roll in Some Good News

The federal government released a memo today saying it will not challenge state marijuana laws, which could be good for marijuana stocks.