Jamie Dlugosch

Jamie Dlugosch

InvestorPlace Writer

Jamie Dlugosch has over 20 years of experience in financial markets including investment banking, equity analysis and research and money management.

Previously, he was the publisher of Al Frank’s Prudent Speculator and CEO of Al Frank Investment Management Inc. He is the founder and editor of The Rational Investor.

Jamie earned his Master’s in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina. He currently lives in Minneapolis with his wife, Sarah, and their two daughters, Julia and Ellie.

Recent Articles

Overstock (OSTK): A Rational Reason to Buy

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

On the same day that online retailer Amazon (AMZN) hit a homerun with its earnings report, Overstock.com (OSTK) announced that it too had generated a profit that was greater than expected.

The Real Super Bowl Winner Is…

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

While I enjoy the entertainment value of the Super Bowl commercials there is a ton of investment value that can be gleaned by watching the advertisements. The four quarters of commercials provide a condensed glimpse into the world of consumers.

Recession Proof? Honeywell Runs a Tight Ship

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

Since the end of the second quarter, Honeywell's sales and earnings clearly have reflected the condition of the economy. Nonetheless, the company has demonstrated surprising agility for a behemoth and should outperform the market in the coming year.

Flextronic (FLEX) Loses $6 Billion on Write-Off

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

Singapore-based Flextronics International Ltd. (FLEX) said this week that its third quarter loss widened as a result of a large one-time goodwill impairment charge.

3M Company Shares Rise and Fall on Guidance

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

Yesterday, one of my Top 10 Stocks to Avoid in 2009, 3M Company (MMM) reported lower earnings reduced expectations moving forward.

Royal Caribbean Cruises (RCL): A Royal Value Trap

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

Miami-based Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. (RCL) announced results for the fourth quarter on Thursday, and as one might expect in this environment they weren't pretty.

Celestica (CLS) Bonds Offer Attractive Yields

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

After Celestica (CLS) reported 2008 fourth quarter earnings, headlines in financial publications focused on the $827 million loss the company experienced for the quarter.

Eastman Kodak (EK): Short This Stock!

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

Is your portfolio up 15% so far this year? Do not throw in the towel just yet. You can still make money in this market, but you need to pay attention to what I am telling you.

Duke Energy: An Attractive Investment for the Cautious Investor

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

There are some companies that attract investors because of their established products and their ability to innovate. There are others that tantalize with new products and dreams of riches. Then there are companies that remain true to their mission, control a market, deliver consistent returns and provide leadership to the industry in they operate. Duke Energy (DUK) is that kind of company.

Yahoo Open to All Options. Microsoft Back in Play?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer

On Tuesday, Yahoo released its earnings for the fourth quarter, the final period under Chief Yahoo Yang. The results were not pretty.

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