James Brumley

James Brumley

James Brumley is a reformed stock broker and former Director of Research for an options-focused newsletter. He’s now primarily a freelance writer, tapping more than a decade’s worth of broad experience to help investors get more out of the market.

With a background in technical analysis as well as fundamental analysis, James writes with a multifaceted philosophy that combines the importance of company performance with the power of stock-trade timing. His commentary is as apt to focus on a chart as it is earnings, as he believes this dual approach is the only way an investor has a shot at consistently beating the market.

James’ work has appeared at several websites, including Street Authority, Motley Fool, Kapitall and Investopedia. When not writing as a journalist, James works on his book explaining his multipronged approach to investing.

Recent Articles

3 Reasons This S&P 500 Rally Was Never Going to Get Traction

The S&P 500 has fooled (some) traders once again. Here's why last week's bullish headfake was never really going anywhere.

Why ENSCO PLC (ESV), Whiting Petroleum Corp (WLL) and Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Kinder Morgan (KMI), ENSCO (ESV) and Whiting Petroleum (WLL) were the poster children for Tuesday's meltdown of the oil and energy sector.

This Is a Big Deal for Qualcomm, Inc (QCOM) Stock

Qualcomm (QCOM) was recently upgraded by JPMorgan, as the NXP (NXPI) acquisition means more than most everyone else realizes for QCOM stock.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Stock Hits $1,000. Now Watch This Number.

Amazon has rallied 38% since early November to reach a key milestone. Now that AMZN stock has achieved its goal, it's time for profit-taking.

Buy Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. (AMD) Stock on Any Good-Sized Dip

AMD stock may have been one of 2016's best performers, but traders got ahead of themselves. If Advanced Micro Devices pulls back, pounce.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN) Didn’t Kill Brick and Mortar Retailers — They Killed Themselves

Traditional retailers set the stage for Amazon to take their customers, which led to the meteoric rise of AMZN stock over the past 20 years.

Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) Stock Is the Best of a Bad Breed

Costco stock is anything but cheap now, but in light of another successful quarter, COST clearly is doing something its peers aren't.

8 Dangerous Dividend Stocks That Could Cut or Kill Their Payouts

Not all dividend stocks are built the same. Most should be able to keep shelling out cash., but these eight just can't afford to keep their current pace.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Can’t Rely on Any Real Help From China

AAPL stock is a fine investment any day of the week (and twice on Sunday), but there are hurdles for Apple in China.

Why Hormel Foods Corp (HRL), Marathon Oil Corporation (MRO) and HP Inc (HPQ) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

HP (HPQ), Marathon Oil (MRO) and Hormel Foods (HRL) were all left out of Thursday's rally, albeit for understandable reasons.