Lawrence Meyers

Lawrence Meyers is the founder and editor of The Liberty Portfolio.

Lawrence is also CEO of PDL Broker, which brokers financing, strategic investments, and distressed asset purchases between private equity firms and businesses of all stripes.

He was the first U.S. journalist to cover the payday loan sector for The Motley Fool. He has been a frequent contributor to Seeking Alpha, LearnBonds.com, WyattResearch.com, and American Banker. Lawrence has more than 20 years of practical investing experience, and has covered stocks across virtually every sector of the market. He is one of the nation’s experts on consumer credit, and frequently consults for hedge funds and private equity via his Council Member status at Gerson Lehman Group, and as a member of Coleman Research Group’s Executive Forum. His op-eds and letters to the editor have appeared in more than two dozen major newspapers.

Recent Articles

Should You Buy the Dow — JPMorgan Chase

Although it may be relatively healthy, JPMorgan Chase, like most financials, battles perceptions about its exposure to risk.

Should You Buy the Dow — Kraft Foods

Kraft Foods' storied brands face increased competition and economic pressure, but the company's outlook is still strong.

Should You Buy the Dow — Johnson & Johnson

Johnson & Johnson is protected by a diverse product line and sitting on a heap of cash. But JNJ stock already is on the high side of valuation, making this a tough pick.

Should You Buy the Dow — Intel

Intel's nice price-to-earnings ratio, projected growth and backyard money vault make INTC attractive to short- and long-term investors alike.

Should You Buy the Dow — IBM

An undervalued tech powerhouse at an all-time high? It's hard to make a case against IBM.