Marc Bastow

Marc Bastow

InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Marc Bastow is Assistant Editor at InvestorPlace.com. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Connecticut and a Masters in Finance from American University. Bastow worked in corporate banking and finance, and he most recently was Senior Editor at MocoSportsFan.com.

Recent Articles

Spain’s Cries Spook Wall Street — Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

The markets' four-day gains streak came to a halt Monday as investors digested news of Spain's request for bank bailouts.

Bernanke the Wet Blanket — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Thursday's early rally slowed after Bernanke gave no hint of additional stimulus. Meanwhile, retailers like Lululemon and Men's Wearhouse were shelled.

AAA-Rated Stocks: Better Than U.S. Debt

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

These four companies not only have better credit ratings than the United States -- they also have better yields than 10-year Treasurys.

Banks, Builders and … Bedding? — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Stronger news from the U.S. and Europe on the economic front helped to fuel a rally that lifted up markets above 2%, with bank stocks leading the way.

5 Stocks for InvestorPlace’s $10K Plan

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Finally trying your hand at the markets, but don't have much of a nest egg? Here's an idea for a $10,000 start that includes five stocks under $20.

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