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

A Day of Reckoning Awaits Tesla Stock As ‘This Time’ Seems Different

Tesla stock is holding its ground for the time being, but this time looks and feels different than previous challenges.

10 Dow Jones Stocks to Finish the Year Strong

Dow Jones stocks like Caterpillar, Verizon and Disney are well positioned to finish the year on a high note.

3 Big Stock Charts for Wednesday: Verizon, ConocoPhillips and Lockheed Martin

The stock charts of VZ, COP and LMT are looking like the top trading prospects as we start this week's hump-day.

Owners of Amazon Stock Should Watch Its Ad Business

Amazon's ad business is not having a major impact on Amazon stock just yet, but that could change over the longer term.

10 Best Blue-Chip Stocks for Mid-Career Investors

Adobe, Merck and Walmart stock are just some of the best blue-chip stocks to buy for mid-career investors looking to balance growth with mitigated risk.

3 Big Stock Charts for Tuesday: IHS Markit, Prologis and Macy’s

The stock charts of M, PLD and INFO have emerged as Tuesday's top trading prospects. Here's why.

GoPro Stock Shows a Short-Term Glimmer of Hope With New Camera Intros

If GoPro stock can get over a key hurdle it may incite a wave of buying, but this company's still got bigger-picture trouble.

Caterpillar Stock Is in the Right Industry at the Right Time

Baird's recent upgrade of CAT stock exacerbated its overbought condition, but the firm's bullish thesis on Caterpillar stock is on the money.

Did Comcast Stock Holders Lose By Winning Sky?

Comcast stock was off to the tune of 7% after the entertainment giant placed a winning bid for Sky. Investors just adopted a "show me" attitude.

3 Big Stock Charts for Monday: Apple, Marathon Oil and BorgWarner

The stock charts of BWA, MRO and AAPL have earned a closer technical inspection at the beginning of the new trading week.