Marie Brodbeck

Marie Brodbeck

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

If You Want the Amazon of China, Buy JD.Com Inc (ADR) Stock Not BABA

JD stock is a great play in China's e-commerce market. Like Amazon, JD.com owns its inventory and is building a logistics arm.

Can Costco Wholesale Corporation Stock Keep Rolling Higher?

Costco is due to report earnings this Thursday, which will give COST stock investors some better insight into the loyalty of its customers.

3 Reasons Fitbit Inc Stock Could Get Even Healthier in the New Year

FIT stock looks poised to make a comeback in the new year so investors should think about letting it back into the fold.

New CEO Dickerson Can’t Save Blue Apron Holdings Inc Stock

APRN stock has very little upside despite the optimism surrounding the new CEO. The company’s business is fundamentally flawed and investors should steer clear.

GameStop Corp. Is Running Out of Lives in Digital Revolution

The digital revolution looks likely to crush GME stock in just a few years’ time unless the company finds a way to completely revamp its business.

3 Reasons RH Is a Great Retail Pick

RH stock is a great retail pick because it executed a successful turnaround and the share price has the potential for great gains.

Is TJX Companies Inc. Being Sucked Into the Retail Apocalypse?

TJX is still a solid retail pick despite the firm’s lackluster third-quarter results. The poor comps were likely just a blip on the radar.

3 Problems Under Armour Inc Needs to Fix These Before It Is a Buy

UA stock is still a risky bet because the company hasn’t addressed challenges like slowing growth in the US and its inventory management issues.

Why You Shouldn’t Buy Square Inc Stock Until It Falls Below $35

SQ stock hasn't fallen low enough to be considered a bargain. Unless the stock makes it below $35, I wouldn't consider it a buy.

Don’t Take a Chance on Buying Target Corporation Stock

TGT stock is unlikely to make any real progress over the next year because the firm has done very little to differentiate itself from its larger peers WMT and AMZN.