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

The Bar Moves Higher Still — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Electronic Arts and Whole Foods were among strong earnings performers helping to drive the markets to yet higher all-time marks.

Dow 15000! — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

The Dow Jones Industrial Average closed above the 15000 mark for the first time ever, and the S&P 500 continued its record-setting rally.

The ‘Right’ Time for Social Security

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Unsure about when you should start collecting your Social Security benefits? Here are a few things to consider that will help your decision.

Apple, Banks Keep Pushing Ahead — Monday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

The S&P 500 hit another closing record Monday thanks to substantial moves in Apple and Bank of America.

ADP: A Low-Key Winner With AAA Credit

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

This hidden dividend gem with a rare AAA credit rating actually graces the hands of 1 in 6 people every couple weeks.

Financials Pay It Back: 16 Companies Increasing Dividends

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

American Express and Capital One are among 16 companies that helped out investors by ratcheting up their dividend-paying efforts this week.

Keep Your Eye on the 401k Expense Line

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

401k plan expenses can strip away valuable returns, so make sure you understand what you're paying for -- and learn where you can trim some fees.

Jobless Claims Down, Stocks Back on Track — Thursday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

A drop in jobless claims and a rate cut in Europe conspired to jump-start Wall Street and send the S&P 500 back into new territory.

May Day! May Day! — Wednesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Wall Street took "Sell in May and go away" to heart Wednesday with a stock slump following a downbeat ADP hiring report. Facebook also disappointed after the bell.

10 Defensive Stocks Taking on Some Froth

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Defensive stocks have been on fire and outpacing the broader market for months. However, while many still offer enticing yields, you'll be overpaying by jumping in now.

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