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

Why Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO), salesforce.com, inc. (CRM) and Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (ADR) (PBR) are Three of Today’s Worst Stocks

The week couldn't end soon enough for owners of Petroleo Brasileiro SA Petrobras (PBR), Yahoo! (YHOO) and salesforce.com (CRM).

Tesla Motors Inc (TSLA) Is 100% Right About Michigan’s Ludicrous Laws

Is Tesla Motors (TSLA) a disruptive threat? Sure. But Michigan can't just prevent companies from performing commerce to protect its established industries.

This Guy Downgraded Twitter Inc at the WORST Possible Time (TWTR)

Twitter stock jumped 21% on Friday following rumors that TWTR would soon be acquired, but this downgrade was ill-advised either way.

Twitter Inc Charges on Possible Buyout by Alphabet Inc, Salesforce.com, Inc.

Twitter stock rockets amid supposed buyout interest from Alphabet (GOOGL) or Salesforce (CRM). Once again, take TWTR rumors with a grain of salt.

Why Axovant Sciences Ltd (AXON), Jabil Circuit, Inc. (JBL) and Virgin America Inc (VA) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Jabil Circuit (JBL), Axovant Sciences (AXON) and Virgin America (VA) couldn't win for losing on Thursday. Here's what you need to know.

Is Alibaba Group Holding Ltd China’s Premier Mobile Ad Play? (BABA)

Alibaba stock is categorized as an e-commerce name, but recent data says it's bread and butter may actually be advertising, and mobile ads in particular.

How Alphabet Inc (GOOGL) Is Going After Facebook Inc (FB)

Alphabet (GOOGL) may already own the web in the Western Hemisphere, but it has an uphill climb to tackle Facebook Messenger and other competitors.

Target Corporation’s Stock Buyback Looks More Like PR Than a Value-Booster (TGT)

Target (TGT) upped its buyback plans to $15 billion, but the lack of timeframe for the program makes Target stock still tough to own.

Why Netflix, Inc. (NFLX), American Airlines Group Inc (AAL) and Skechers USA Inc (SKX) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Downgrades made life tough for Skechers (SKX), Netflix (NFLX) and American Airlines Group (AAL) shareholders on Wednesday.

Tinder and Spotify Hook Up, But Who REALLY Cares? (MTCH)

Match Group (MTCH) dating site Tinder now shares users' playlists, but the company is taking itself way too seriously.