Jamie Dlugosch

Jamie Dlugosch

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

FedEx Corp (FDX): Still on Time

Anyone who pays any sort of attention to the stock market could see this one coming a mile away. The earnings report by FedEx Corp (FDX) was another disappointment in a long line of earnings season lackluster results. You knew–just knew–that the company would disappoint the Street. Thankfully, the shares weren't beaten up too bad, taking a pretty modest 2% hit in the day's trading.

Where Oh Where Is the Bottom?

I've been wrestling with a conundrum regarding stock prices these days. Specifically, the relationship between oil prices, economic growth and stock prices are now so tightly wound together, lower stock values seem unavoidable.

Brunswick Corp (BC): Don’t Miss the Boat!

One of the best things about a general stock market decline is that shares of solid, well-run companies are often valued as though they have no prospects of going anywhere. The fast-money, impatient crowd, often misses the boat and won't touch these stocks with a 10' pole.

Casey’s General Stores (CASY): A Hometown Hero

Often times, shares of companies that no one knows about turn out to be terrific investments. In my search for the unloved, I like to focus on un-sexy businesses that operate in an industry which has been beaten down and for a company that has a competent management team with a strategic plan.

Nike (NKE): A Proven Winner

After Tiger's momentous U.S. Open win, I thought now would be a good time to take a look at one stock that will dominant the telecasts. No, not Titleist or Callaway Golf. Today, I'm talking about Nike (NKE), the shoe company that has transformed itself into the most prominent equipment and apparel company for athletes across the globe.

Sirius (SIRI): Cutting Through the Noise

It sure would be nice if investing in the stock market was as simple as fishing. Unfortunately, it's not. The increase in the noise has made it difficult to catch any success. Take Sirius Satellite Radio (SIRI) for example

I’m Taking My Daughter Fishing

This Father's Day, Julia, my oldest, and I are going fishing. Having recently turned five, she is now old enough to be able to cast her own line. In thinking about fishing, I am struck by the similarities to investing. For the anglers, we throw out the line, and wait for a bite.

The Doctor Is In: Your Midyear Portfolio Checkup

If you are long on oil, commodities, or precious metals, your portfolio has enjoyed huge gains so far in 2008. If you are long on stocks, you are losing money across the board. However, there are still opportunities that investors can exploit. Here are a few stocks that will help you beat the market for the rest of the year.

Musings from a Stock Market Spectulator

When it comes to investing, I'm afraid I'm a bit of a sadist. On days when the market falls in value and pain is at its greatest, my endorphins kick in and a smile crosses my face. Why? Simply put, out of pain comes gain. Here's how to capitalize on last week's stock market carnage.

The Hot Fund: What Investors Should Know

Too many investors follow a hot mutual fund manager only to be disappointed. Then, they jump ship when things don't work out and run to the next hot manager. Not a sound strategy in my book. I recommend following a manager with a long-term track record. Here's one who meets all of my criteria.