Ed Elfenbein

Ed Elfenbein

Ed Elfenbein runs the financial blog CrossingWallStreet.com, where he gives individual investors his free and unbiased view of the market, analyzing dozens of companies every week. He has several years of experience in the financial newsletter industry and has edited some of the industry’s most prominent investment advisories. Money Magazine recently named Ed the “Best Buy-and-Hold Blogger.” Ed holds a bachelor’s degree from Washington College and a master’s degree in business administration from the University of Connecticut.

Recent Articles

SCL – Stepan Delivers 46th Straight Annual Dividend Increase

You won't find Stepan in many lists of dividend champions, but this specialty chemicals maker increased its dividend 46 straight years: learn more now

TWTR – Scattered Thoughts on Twitter: Why I’m Staying Away

Twitter's IPO was a success by virtually any standard, and I certainly wish them well; however I won't be a buyer. Here's why.

1 Great Stock to Buy: Ford Smashes the Street—Again

Ford sales growth in North America continued in their latest quarter, and the stock is showing the benefit. Once Europe comes around the stock can really reward

Dealing With the Taper Tantrum

The Fed, or more importantly Ben Bernanke, spoke and the markets tanked. Here's what happened and what do look for in the near future.

Don’t Expect the Bond Selloff to Continue

Bond prices have ticked up over the past few weeks, with yields now above 2% on the 10-year bond, but a runaway increase is unlikely as the economy struggles