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

5 Winning Oil Stocks to Sell Now

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 23, 2009

Many oil stocks have enjoyed tremendous gains in the first half of 2009. Some individual names in the sector are up 50% or more. That's not pocket-change, folks, especially in a time when big returns are hard to come by. As such, it makes sense to pocket our profits now. Here are five oil stocks to sell immediately.

Thank Heaven for These 7 “Virtuous” Stocks

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 18, 2009

After reading an article on "7 Stocks for 7 Deadly Sins" and looking at the performance of these seven stocks, I wondered: Does it pay to be naughty or nice? That's why I thought it would be fun to compile a similar list -- this time using the Seven Heavenly Virtues as a guide. Here are seven "virtuous" stocks that just might prove that investing in virtue can ensure positive returns.

Insider Buying at Wal-Mart Gains Steam

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 12, 2009

I love it when management supports a stock with insider buying. Nothing aligns executive and shareholder interest better than having skin in the game. Without it, management is just playing with your money.

Clueless Costco is a Loser As Sales Plunge

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 12, 2009

Will someone in the executive suite at Costco (COST) get a clue, please? With one of the greatest opportunities in decades to separate yourself from the competition, you are puking all over the place.

5 Stocks for the Michelle Obama Effect

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Jun 5, 2009

Celebrity endorsements can have a big impact on businesses. Just look at what happens when Oprah recommends a book on her show. But these days, Michelle Obama is giving Oprah a run for her money. For fun, let's take a look at five companies that might benefit from the "Michelle Obama effect."