John Divine

InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

John Divine is currently an investing reporter at U.S. News & World Report, and was previously an assistant editor at InvestorPlace.com. He has worked variously in the fields of commercial real estate, money management and digital media, working as a financial journalist for most of his professional career.

John has also been a regular contributor to The Motley Fool, and his work also has appeared on AOL DailyFinance.

In 2013, he shortened his bucket list when he saw Warren Buffett live and in the flesh while covering the Berkshire Hathaway Annual Shareholders’ Meeting.

A proud North Carolinian and graduate of Appalachian State University, John majored in Finance & Banking. He enjoys basketball, reading, writing and food. He does not care for the Oxford comma, and he does not require the food he enjoys to be nutritious.

Recent Articles

Why Sirius XM (SIRI) Stock Is a Strong Buy After Earnings

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 28, 2015

I've never paid much attention to Sirius XM (SIRI) stock, but after a strong second quarter, it's looking like a definite buy.

Top 10 Dow Dividend Stocks for August

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 27, 2015

Some of the best dividend stocks to buy can be found by scouring blue-chip names. The Dow Jones is a pretty good place to start.

BIIB Stock: The Fairy Tale Is Over for Biogen

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 24, 2015

Biogen (BIIB) stock enjoyed a remarkable 60% rally over four months earlier this year. But if the latest earning report and ensuing stock action are any indication, those days are behind BIIB.

Amazon Stock and the Outsized Role of the Cloud (AWS)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 24, 2015

Amazon (AMZN) stock is soaring on Friday after an incredible earnings beat. But one segment, Amazon Web Services (AWS) isn't getting the love it deserves.

Fortinet Stock Cruises on Stupendous Q2 Report (FTNT)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 23, 2015

Fortinet stock is soaring today after an incredible Q2 earnings report. Want exposure to cybersecurity stocks? FTNT is your best bet.

Angie’s List (ANGI) Stock: STILL a Trash Heap

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 22, 2015

Angie's List (ANGI) stock is plunging today despite beating on Q2 earnings. The problem? Disappointing revenue and red ink. Again.

GoPro (GPRO) Stock Wavers Despite Monster Quarter

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 22, 2015

GoPro (GPRO) stock decided to fall on Wednesday, despite monster second-quarter earnings and bullish third-quarter projections. Time to buy!

LifeLock Stock Plunges 50% on FTC Allegations (LOCK)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 21, 2015

LifeLock stock cratered on Tuesday, losing 50% of its value as the FTC charged the company with making deceptive claims. Sell LOCK now.

Halliburton Stock: Best-in-Class After Earnings Beat (HAL)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 21, 2015

Halliburton (HAL) stock is still a best-in-class buy after breezing past Q2 earnings estimates on Monday.

Amazon Stock: Will Prime Day Drive Amazon Earnings? (AMZN)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor Jul 21, 2015

Amazon (AMZN) stock is on fire in 2015. With the Q2 Amazon earnings report set for Thursday afternoon, can the streak continue? Prime Day could be the key.