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

Will DineEquity (DIN) Survive This Recession?

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 27, 2009

Under the heading of "Wonders Never Cease," shares of restaurant operator DineEquity Inc. (DIN) rose 13 percent on Wednesday after the company posted a surprise profit, albeit on an adjusted basis.

Orbitz (OWW) Feeling the Pain in Downturn

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 26, 2009

Orbitz Worldwide Inc. (OWW) reported mixed results in its release of fourth-quarter and 2008 full-year earnings this week.

Hertz (HTZ) Downsizing as Rentals Decline

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 26, 2009

In a move referred to as "right sizing", Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) will be reducing its fleet to a level below demand and is preparing for further reductions if demand continues to decline.

The Slow Death of JC Penney (JCP)

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 25, 2009

Shares of department store operator JC Penney (JCP) continue to get cheaper by the day and for good reason. Despite announcing fourth-quarter results which were…

Home Depot (HD) Finally Ready to Roll

By Jamie Dlugosch, InvestorPlace Writer Feb 25, 2009

It has been a long road for Home Depot (HD). The company has been struggling for a number of years now as a result of poor decisions and a weakening housing market and economy.