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

‘Sell in May and Go Away’: The REAL Story

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor May 2, 2013

"Sell in May and go away" makes for a catchy headline, but the long-term average returns for the May-September period are deceptive. Find out how often it really pays to sell in May.

What Declining Stock Correlations Mean for the Market

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor May 1, 2013

Stocks are no longer moving in lockstep -- a major shift from the post-crisis era. Here's why that's good news for investors.

6 Stock Charts You Need to Watch in May

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 30, 2013

Here are the stock charts to watch for trading opportunities in May, as well as a few that can provide insight into the health of the broader market.

What Materials Stocks Reveal About the Rest of the Market

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 26, 2013

The Materials ETF (XLB) is approaching a 52-week high. Find out what the sector's next moves will reveal about market leadership and the outlook for economic growth.

It’s Time to Book Gains in Best Buy

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor Apr 25, 2013

Best Buy is one of the market's top performers in 2013. But with over 100% gains in the books and earnings on tap next month, it's time to take profits.