Daniel Putnam

Daniel Putnam

InvestorPlace Contributor

Daniel Putnam is a professional financial writer with 18 years of experience writing articles about the financial markets, investment ideas, and personal finance.

Daniel holds a Master’s of Business Administration from Boston College and has traded stocks and options successfully for more than 20 years. Daniel lives in the Boston area with his wife and two children.

Recent Articles

How Long Can Stocks Yield More Than Bonds?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

The Fed is on the verge of announcing an extension of its low-rate policy through mid-2015, which should provide continued support for high-dividend stocks.

Is the S&P 500 About to Double-Top Out?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

The S&P 500's chart appears to be forming a double top. While many will see this as a negative sign, history shows it might in fact signal future gains.

Are Small Caps Vulnerable to the Fiscal Cliff?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Small caps have outperformed in August, but the oncoming fiscal cliff could stop the rally in its tracks.

How Is Apple Affecting Your Funds?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Apple's $635 billion market cap is making waves -- not just with AAPL shareholders, but with those invested in a number of major sector funds, as well.

Will the iPhone 5 Release Spark Profit-Taking in Apple?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

If history is any indication, the release of Apple's iPhone 5 won't be a "sell the news" event for the stock.

Muni Investors, Watch These Vital Signs

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

The muni bond market has been immune to adverse news so far this summer. Are investors ignoring the risks? These charts will be early warnings.

We’re All Euro Traders Now

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Since late July, almost all major asset classes have moved in lockstep in response to cues from the euro. What does this tell us about the outlook for stocks?

Which Sectors Should Outperform for the Rest of the Year?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

September kicks off a volatile period, creating opportunities for traders and investors. Find out what sectors are the most likely to outperform the market.

With VIX This Low, What You Need to Know

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Is the current sub-16 VIX saying it's "time to go"? A closer look at some recent history says, not necessarily. But the caution flag is clearly waving.

Investors in TIPS Funds Might Face a Rude Awakening

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

If you hold TIPS exchange-traded funds for inflation protection, you should think twice. You might be getting just the opposite.

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