Daniel Putnam

Daniel Putnam

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

China ETFs vs. the Chinese Stock Market: What You Need to Know

China ETFs have moved in exactly the opposite direction of the Shanghai Composite in the past three months. Find out why this is, and what it means for China ETFs.

Top 11 Stock Charts to Watch in December

These five potential breakouts and six resource stocks could be a source of compelling trading opportunities as we move into 2013.

Don’t Even Be Tempted by HP and Best Buy

They've been two of the worst big-name stocks 2012, and their single-digit P/Es don't come close to making them a value.

Don’t Play Chicken With Tyson Foods

Tyson (TSN) is doing everything right, but that doesn't make the stock a buy at this level.

European Financials: Look, Don’t Touch

Despite the sector's strong run lately, the eurozone is still a mess. No need to rush in yet -- wait for the next shoe to drop before buying.