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

Don’t Bet the Farm on the Impending Golden Cross for the S&P 500

The S&P 500 is supposed to move higher from here, but there's more to the story than just the Golden Cross.

Why SunPower Corporation (SPWR), Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) and Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

SunPower Corporation (SPWR), Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST) and Yahoo! Inc. (YHOO) couldn't win for losing on Wednesday.

Target Stock Is an Investment in an Experience (TGT)

It doesn't add tangible value to Target stock, but goodwill and thrilled customers help the top and bottom lines in a big way. Just ask Disney.

Why United Natural Foods, Inc. (UNFI), Qualcomm, Inc. (QCOM) and H & R Block Inc (HRB) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

United Natural Foods (UNFI), QUALCOMM (QCOM) and H & R Block (HRB) never even had a prayer on Tuesday.

Traffic Outlook Sends Southwest Into a Tailspin (LUV)

The bulls may have overshot Southwest Airlines (LUV), but that's being corrected now. Time to put LUV stock on your watchlist.

Sell Outerwall Inc. (OUTR): The VCR of Gen Y

If you think Outerwall (OUTR) has had a rough 2015, you haven't seen anything yet.

Why Energy Transfer Equity LP (ETE), Netflix, Inc. (NFLX) and Bluebird Bio Inc (BLUE) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

Energy Transfer Equity (ETE), Netflix (NFLX) and Bluebird Bio (BLUE) had a miserable start to the new trading week.

ODP Stock Upended by FTC Swing Against Merger

ODP stock plunged on somewhat surprising news that the Federal Trade Commission would be suing to prevent the Office Depot/Staples Union.

Barnes & Noble Inc.: Dangerously Close to a Cash Crunch (BKS)

As a retailer, Barnes and Noble is still well-loved. As a company, however, Barnes & Noble is increasingly less viable.

Why NRG Energy Inc. (NRG), Canadian Pacific Railway Limited (CP) and Kinder Morgan Inc (KMI) Are 3 of Today’s Worst Stocks

NRG Energy (NRG), Canadian Pacific Railway (CP) and Kinder Morgan (KMI) never even had a prayer on the last trading day of the week.