Matt Thalman

InvestorPlace Contributor

Matt received his Undergraduate Degree from West Virginia University and his MBA from the University of Phoenix. After living on the West Coast for a number of years, Matt moved back east and now lives in Northern Virginia. Matt has been writing since 2011, but his love for the markets began after learning about the power of compound interest while studying business in college. Matt mainly focuses on consumer-facing stocks and general investing topics, but will cover other areas of the markets if he believes there is something important investors need to know.

Follow him on Twitter at @mthalman5513 to get his most up-to-date articles and opinions about the market.

Recent Articles

Freeport-McMoRan (FCX): Little Dividend, Little Point?

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor

Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) just slashed its dividend to preserve cash while low commodity prices batter its business. FCX stock might rebound, but you shouldn't wait around to find out.

Carnival Earnings Preview: Why Was the Rating Cut for CCL?

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor

An analyst lowers Carnival stock rating due to belief of weak share price appreciation in coming months, as CCL prepares for its earnings report on Friday. We'll look beyond the numbers.

MARCH MADNESS: Starbucks (SBUX) vs. Procter & Gamble (PG)

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor

Starbucks (SBUX) vs. Procter & Gamble is a clear-cut matchup of growth vs. stability. In the end, this vote really comes down to who's investing.

MARCH MADNESS: Coca-Cola (KO) vs. Starbucks (SBUX)

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor

Is the soft drink beverage king Coca-Cola a better bet than the coffee king Starbucks? Older and wiser may not always be better.

MARCH MADNESS: Nike (NKE) vs. Procter & Gamble (PG)

By Matt Thalman, InvestorPlace Contributor

'Attack or defense?' That's the question you have to ask yourself if you're deciding between Nike (NKE) and Procter & Gamble (PG).

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