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

Use This Lull to Get in on Shopify Stock for the Long Term

SHOP stock has tumbled 17% in less than three weeks, and may fall even more before all is said and done. But, Shopify is the real deal, regardless.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: Southwest Airlines, Visa and Coca-Cola

The stock charts of KO, V and LUV may be best positioned for moves in an environment that isn't setting up very many of them.

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Merck, Facebook and Microsoft

The stock charts of MSFT, FB and MRK have earned a closer technical look as the new trading week kicks off.

Okta Stock May Be Preparing to Take a Real, More Permanent Plunge

OKTA stock could do no wrong last year and early this year. Then, investors had their 'aha' moment and realized the valuation makes no sense.

Unfortunately, Aphria Stock Suffers from Guilt by Association

Stepping into Aphria stock now is a little bit like catching a falling knife. Just wait for it to hit the floor.

Why Activision Blizzard Stock Is Finally Rebounding

Activision Blizzard stock took a beating late last year, but confidence and sentiment towards ATVI are on the mend, and that's boosting ATVI stock.

Disney’s ESPN Strategy Will Have a Major Impact on Disney Stock

The future value of Disney stock may ultimately hinge on what sports programming the company is willing to offer cable companies. Owners of DIS stock should closely follow the issue.

3 Big Stock Charts for Friday: Electronic Arts, Centurylink and Wynn Resorts

The stock charts of EA, CTL and WYNN stock are at key technical junctures as we close out the trading week.

The World’s Key Lawmakers Are All Working Against Alphabet Stock

Alphabet stock has so far been unaffected by the pushback, but regulators and rulemakers are starting to gang up on the very idea of technology behemoths.

IBM Stock Can’t Take a Ninth Year of More-of-the-Same

IBM stock looks like a bargain at its current prices, but International Business Machines stock has been held in check by IBM's problems.