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

Walt Disney Co: This BIG Week Could Send DIS Stock Soaring

A new feature film, a ride revamp and the opening of Disney Shanghai could all help push Disney (DIS) stock higher this week.

Valeant Pharmaceuticals Intl Inc (VRX): Buy This Dip If You’re Brave

Valeant Pharmaceuticals (VRX) is getting crushed on disappointing earnings and forecasts, but this might be the time to jump on VRX stock.

Groupon Inc: New Ads Won’t Save GRPN Stock

Groupon’s (GRPN) new commercials are designed to attract millennials and reposition the company’s website, but they probably won’t do enough to revive Groupon stock.

JCPenney Company Inc: The Case to Buy JCP Stock Just Got a Little Sweeter

JCP proved it was on track for a comeback this week, making JCPenney stock all the more enticing for investors.

Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (ANF): There’s Hope Amid the Carnage

Abercrombie & Fitch (ANF) stock has the potential to soar higher as its turnaround plans gain traction and the retail environment improves.

McDonald’s Corporation: Why MCD Stock Will Pack a Comeback Punch

Thanks to some wise, strategic changes by McDonald's management, MCD stock is in the right place to make consistent long-term gains.

3 Stocks to Buy to Win the Machine Learning Megatrend

Machine learning is rapidly expanding, and investors who want to get in on the trend should consider GOOG, NVDA and IBM as stocks to buy.

Amazon.com, Inc. (AMZN): This Giant Still Has Room to Grow

AMZN stock may be expensive, but when you consider its strong financials and future prospects, there’s a growth story.

3 Stocks That Want Donald Trump to Win

If Donald Trump makes it to the White House, these three stocks will be reaping the benefits of his bold plans.

Johnson & Johnson (JNJ): This Long-Term Titan Is Unstoppable

JNJ Stock isn’t a cheap buy, but its product pipeline, dividend payments and staying power make it a good long-term position.