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 Shake Shack (SHAK), Transocean (RIG) and Salesforce (CRM) Are 3 of Today’s Best Stocks

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 21, 2015

SHAK, RIG and CRM were three of the best performers in what was a slow day in the stock market today. Here's why.

5 Reasons Facebook (FB) Stock Is STILL a Screaming Buy!

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 21, 2015

Facebook (FB) stock still looks like one of the best tech stocks to buy today. Here are 5 reasons to be excited about its prospects.

Analysts Say Alibaba (BABA) Stock Price Going Back to $120

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 21, 2015

The Alibaba (BABA) stock price has taken a steep tumble from its all-time high of $120 in November. But Bernstein expects a resurgence.

Salesforce (CRM) Stock: Buyout More Likely After Earnings Blowout

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 21, 2015

Salesforce earnings topped expectations, sending CRM stock roaring higher on Thursday. Whoever's mulling a Salesforce buyout should act soon.

Southwest’s Ambition Crushes Airline Stocks (LUV, AAL, DAL)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 20, 2015

Airline stocks were grounded Wednesday, as a decision by Southwest Airlines (LUV) to increase its flights was felt by across the industry.

The FDA Just Threw Sarepta Stock A Lifeline (SRPT)

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 20, 2015

The Sarepta (SRPT) stock price soared as much as 64% on Wednesday after the FDA said it could submit a new drug application.

TGT Stock Shines On Earnings, Revenue Beat

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 20, 2015

Target (TGT) stock is up in early trading on Wednesday after Target earnings and revenue beats that make Walmart (WMT) stock look second-rate.

Investor Beware: Red Robin (RRGB) Earnings Beat Is ANOMALY

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 19, 2015

Red Robin (RRGB) stock roared higher on exemplary first quarter earnings. But there are a few things investors should be wary of moving forward.

Home Depot (HD) Stock Beats Earnings, Raises Outlook

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 19, 2015

Home Depot (HD) stock opened up nearly 2% higher on Tuesday after a strong first-quarter showing and strong housing numbers. LOW stock reports tomorrow.

GMCR Stock: Keurig’s Kold Streak Continues

By John Divine, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor May 19, 2015

Keurig (GMCR) stock plunged after investors found out the Keurig Kold soda machine would release more slowly, and cost more, than expected.