Jim Woods

Jim Woods

Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Jim Woods is the Editor-in-Chief of Successful Investing, Intelligence Report and Bullseye Stock Trader . He is a 20-plus-year veteran of the markets with varied experience as a broker, hedge fund trader, financial writer, author and newsletter editor.

His books include co-authoring “Billion Dollar Green: Profit from the Eco Revolution” and “The Wealth Shield: How to Invest and Protect Your Money from Another Stock Market Crash, Financial Crisis or Global Economic Collapse.” He’s also ghostwritten many books and articles, as well as edited content for some of the investment industry’s biggest luminaries.

His articles have appeared on many leading financial websites, including InvestorPlace.com, Main Street Investor, MarketWatch, Street Authority, Human Events and many others. Jim formerly worked with Investor’s Business Daily founder William J. O’Neil, helping to author training courses in the CANSLIM stock-picking methodology.

In the five-year period from 2009 to 2014, the independent firm TipRanks ranked Jim the No. 4 financial blogger in the world (out of more than 9,000). TipRanks calculates that during that period, he made 378 successful recommendations out of 506 total, earning a success rate of 75% and a +16.3% average return per recommendation.

He is known in professional and personal circles as “The Renaissance Man” because his expertise includes such varied fields as composing and performing music, Western horsemanship, combat marksmanship, martial arts, auto racing and bodybuilding.

Jim holds a BA in philosophy from the University of California, Los Angeles, and is a former U.S. Army paratrooper. A self-described “radical for capitalism,” he celebrates the virtue of making money from his Southern California horse ranch.

Recent Articles

Home Depot Sales vs Lowe’s Earnings – Which Retail Stock is Better? (LOW, HD)

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

The respective first-quarter earnings numbers for the world's two largest home improvement stores are in, and the results show that do-it-yourself consumers are back to spending big bucks. On Tuesday, No. 1 home-improvement retail stock Home Depot (HD) came out with a strong first-quarter earnings beat. One day earlier, rival and No. 2 home-improvement retail stock Lowe's (LOW) bested its first-quarter earnings estimates. Both HD and LOW stock saw improved sales as a result of the government's first-time home buyer credit and rebates for energy efficient appliances. And while both retail stocks Home Depot and Lowe's enjoyed solid Q1 performances in their earnings, the battle between these two titans is far from equal.

Starbucks – 5 Reasons to Buy SBUX Stock

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

There's nothing like a steaming-hot cup of coffee to get you started in the morning; and for investors, there's nothing like a freshly brewed pot of profits to get a stock going. These two pleasures in life can be found in one company -- Starbucks (SBUX). The worldwide dominator in the coffee space is one of the most recognizable brands in the world, and with strong sales and earnings Starbucks story is now a case study in how to run a successful specialty beverage operation.

SAP Attacks Oracle with Sybase (SAP, SY, ORCL)

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Late Wednesday, enterprise software giant SAP AG (SAP)announced that it will acquire database and mobile software maker Sybase (SY). According to ChangeWave Research, SAP may be expanding at just the right time.

Solar Stock Earnings Flare Up (ENER, JASO, LDK, SOL, SPWRA, SOLR, SOLF, TSL)

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Peeking out of the cloud of earnings reports this week were several high-profile solar stocks. On Monday, we saw shining quarterly earnings from Energy Conversion Devices Inc. (NASDAQ: ENER) and ReneSola Ltd. (NYSE: SOL). Tuesday brought sunny results from JA Solar Holdings Co. Ltd. (NASDAQ: JASO) and LDK Solar Co. Ltd. (NYSE: LDK), but spoiling this week's solar coming out party was SunPower Corp. (NASDAQ: SPWRA), which reported disappointing profits. So, what's with the sun spots in the sector? Are things looking brighter for solar, or should you stay inside and avoid the sector's harmful rays?

Is Oprah Worth More Than Google? (GOOG, DISCA, PG, CMCSA, NWS, TWX, VIA, CBS, LEE, NYT, GCI, MNI)

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Everyone knows that Oprah Winfrey is one of the wealthiest celebrities in the world, but is her name and face actually worth more than the brand of Internet search engine Google Inc. (NASDAQ: GOOG)?

Coca Cola KO – 5 Reasons to Buy Coke Stock

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

The Coca Cola (KO) and its iconic Coke brand soft drink is one of the world's most recognizable stocks. Coke has been serving up the fizzy cola drink since the 19th century, and over the past six decades the beverage giant's stock also has delivered big-time returns to shareholders. Like most major conglomerates, KO stock took a hit from October 2008 to March 2009, but for the remainder of that year Coke stock fought its way back and became a huge winner.

Exxon Mobil XOM – 5 Reasons to Sell This Stock

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Exxon Mobil (XOM) is the world's largest oil company that is not state run. Over the past decade, XOM stock has seen share price appreciation and consistent dividend payouts that has made it an attractive holding for investors seeking a crude oil stock with solid returns. But recently, there have been some leaks in this energy stock's platform. In fact, if you own Exxon Mobil stock, it may be time to consider rotating out of your position despite creeping crude oil prices.

Burger King Holdings BKC – 5 Reasons to Sell

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Burger King Holdings (BKC) stock has not had a very inspiring run over the last 18 months or so. While the broader stock market has come roaring back from the March 2009 lows, BKC stock is essentially flat as Burger King has struggled to connect with consumers.

Costco COST Stock – 5 Reasons to Buy

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Costco (COST) stock was a darling of investors during the economic downturn as the warehouse discounter offered cash-strapped consumers a deal and saw strong profits as a result. But with the worst of the global recession in the rearview mirror, investors are wondering what's in store for Costco stock.

5 Reasons to Buy McDonald’s MCD stock

By Jim Woods, Editor-in-Chief, Successful Investing, Intelligence Report, Bullseye Stock Trader

Fast-food giant McDonald's (MCD) is without doubt the quintessential American fast-food restaurant -- but McDonald's is also a global name with strong global sales. The company makes products enjoyed around the world, and it offers those products at a price point accessible to nearly everyone.

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