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

Solar Flare Sparks Markets — Tuesday’s IP Market Recap

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

A new deal for First Solar helped lift the solar sector and joined a broader market march forward Tuesday.

5 Questions From the Floor for Jamie Dimon

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

We won't hear these questions when JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon testifies before Congress on Wednesday, but we should.

3 Dollar Stores Make a Long Trip Worthwhile

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Dollar Tree, Dollar General and Family Dollar are all providing solid investor returns as cash-strapped consumers search for discounts.

Under Armour Stock Split a Performance Boost to Investors

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

Performance apparel maker Under Armour will split its stock for the first time in corporate history. Here's what it means to shareholders.

Investors Singing the Stock Split Blues

By Marc Bastow, InvestorPlace Assistant Editor

To the dismay of shareholders, company stock splits are becoming infrequent despite the soaring prices of some stocks. Here's why.

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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