Marie Brodbeck

Marie Brodbeck

InvestorPlace Contributor

Marie is a graduate of Duquesne University and has been a finance journalist for over a decade, when she began writing macroeconomic articles on a freelance basis. Since then, she has traveled the world and has been able to fund her lifestyle through a combination of savvy investments and frugal finances. She believes in taking risks when the market is fearful but always investing with a long-term view in mind.

Recent Articles

3 Retail Stocks With Double-Digit Downside

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor

Macy's (M), Kohl's (KSS) and Staple's (SPLS) are three retail stocks that are unlikely to turn things around and should be avoided at all costs.

Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. (WMT) vs. Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST)

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor

Costco stock and Walmart stock are both smart plays, but Walmart is a better buy due to the company’s focus on future growth in e-commerce.

PayPal Holdings Inc (PYPL) Is a Strong Buy After MasterCard Deal

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor

PayPal’s (PYPL) deal with MasterCard proves the payment processor is thinking long-term. Margins may suffer at first, but it will more than make up for those losses with all that it has gained.

3 Fast-Food Stocks With Supersized Potential

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor

MCD, YUM and SBUX are resilient fast-food players, each with a strong brand identity and long-term growth potential.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Slammed by the EU. Here’s Who’s Next.

By Marie Brodbeck, InvestorPlace Contributor

Apple isn’t the only U.S. multinational whose sweet tax deal is at risk. Amazon (AMZN), McDonald's (MCD) and Alphabet (GOOG) are in the crosshairs.

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