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

Why Nearly All Stocks Are Looking the Same

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

A bet in many large-cap sectors is a bet on the market right now.

GM: A Stock in Motion

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

General Motors stock is worth considering for those willing to hang on for the next 24 months.

The U.S. Dollar Might Be Staging a Comeback

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

If the greenback stages a comeback, investors need to consider the potential impact on the companies they own. Here's a look at what to keep an eye on.

Prepare to Steel Yourself for a Rebound

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

The steel sector is down and out now, but it could find its footing fast if the broader markets mount a comeback.

Gold Stocks Break Out — What’s Next?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Despite the outstanding performance of numerous gold stocks, investors should be on the lookout for these key indicators of a possible change in fortune.

6 Cheap Tech Stocks to Avoid

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Just because these technology stocks are inexpensive, doesn't mean they're a value. Add these six companies to your "do not buy" list.

Is Buffett Buying History Repeating Itself?

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Warren Buffett's rush to the side of Bank of America is reminiscent of his 2008 buy of Goldman Sachs stocks. Just remember: He eventually won on the deal, but GS didn't recover overnight.

High Volatility Usually Means It’s Time to Buy

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Buying stocks when the VIX has soared above 40 has historically paid off.

Look to the Big Fish in the Financial Pond

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

It might be tempting to bottom-fish the financials sector, but these three stocks are good bets to withstand the current economic turmoil.

We’re at an Inflection Point for Gold Stocks

By Daniel Putnam, InvestorPlace Contributor

Gold prices are rocketing and the environment in general for gold stocks is ideal -- but they haven't take off yet. Here's a look at what this may mean.

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