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

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX) Misses, But Presents a Strong Case for the Future

Starbucks’ third quarter results disappointed, but investors who look beyond the bottom line will see that SBUX stock has plenty of growth potential.

Starbucks Corporation (SBUX): Hit or Miss, SBUX Stock Is a Buy

Starbucks’ third quarter results are expected to give investors some insight about the firm’s overseas growth and mobile app usage, both of which make SBUX stock an appealing prospect.

3 Stocks to Buy for the Death of Traditional TV

As traditional TV begins to fade, NFLX, TWTR and CMCSA are all well positioned to benefit from consumers' changing tastes.

Apple Inc. (AAPL) Stock Is Due for a Rally

Apple stock is a buy at under $100 per share. AAPL has a lot of upside potential for investors that are willing to wait out a turbulent 2016.

Yum! Brands, Inc.: YUM Stock Looks Finger-Licking Good on China Headway

YUM stock saw a lift following its earnings report, but the company’s future in the U.S. is still very uncertain.

3 Widely Held Blue-Chip Stocks That the Brexit Will Bury

The Brexit has taken markets on a rollercoaster ride, but some blue-chip stocks will continue to suffer as the U.K. unzips itself from the EU.

The 3 Earnings Reports You HAVE to Watch in July

All of July’s earnings reports will be closely watched by investors, but the most anticipated results will come from Apple (AAPL), Bank of America (BAC) and Walgreens (WBA).

Fitbit Inc (FIT): Fitbit Stock Still Has Long-Term Oomph

Fitbit stock isn’t in as much trouble as investors think. The company’s dominance in the fitness band market make it a good buy, especially at under $13 per share.

General Motors Company (GM) Is THE Bargain-Bin Dividend Stock to Buy Now

Now is a great entry point with General Motors. With shares trading below $30 and the company's future-proofing initiatives, GM stock is a great dividend stock for long-term investors.

SolarCity Corp: Don’t Invest With the Sun in Your Eyes (SCTY)

SCTY stock is down almost 60%, but its inability to turn a profit and heavy reliance on government policies make SolarCity too risky to buy.