Robert Lakin

Robert Lakin

InvestorPlace Contributor

A journalist — both writer and editor — Robert has covered markets and economies for more than 20 years. His previous gigs include Bloomberg News, where he was emerging markets editor in Tel Aviv, McKinsey & Co. and McDonald & Company Investments, where he was equities research editor.

His deep experience includes covering startups, emerging markets, financial services, and capital markets.

He writes a Substack newsletter, TLV Strategist, which covers the Israel business scene.

Recent Articles

LIZI Stock: Why Shares of Audio Play Lizhi Are Climbing Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

LIZI stock is on the move Monday after Chinese audio specialist Lizhi signed a deal with Mercedes Benz. Here's what to know.

NGAC Stock: What to Know About NextGen Acquisition and the Xos SPAC Merger

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

A $2 billion tie-up with electric truck maker Xos has NGAC stock driving higher in Monday's premarket. SPAC name NextGen Acquisition announced the deal that's been rumored for more than a month.

GEVO Stock: Why Clean Energy Play Gevo Is on the Move Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Renewable energy play GEVO stock is slipping Thursday along with the rest of its sector. Here's what to know now.

Hydrogen Stocks: Why Fuel Cell Plays FCEL, PLUG and BE Are Struggling Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Hydrogen fuel stocks are down for a second day. Some volatility is to be expected for a sector still in the initial stages of rapid growth.

LODE Stock: Lithium-Ion Battery Deal Fuels Comstock Mining Stock

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Comstock Mining struck a deal that makes it a player in the lithium battery market. Not bad for LODE stock, which traces its roots to 1850s Nevada.

Warren Buffett Stock Picks: Why VZ, CVX and SSP Are Moving Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

The Oracle of Omaha speaks and investors listen. Warren Buffett has bet on Verizon and Chevron, while dumping his positions in JPMorgan and PNC.

SCKT Stock: What to Know About Socket Mobile as Shares Rocket Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Socket Mobile debuted a new iPhone 12-compatible barcode and QR code device, poised to grab a slide of the industrial scanning market dominated by global firms. SCKT stock opened up more than 200% on Tuesday.

ACIU Stock: Why AC Immune Shares Are Rocketing Higher Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Swiss biopharma AC Immune has released positive updates this week on both its Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease treatments. Investors are piling in to ACIU stock.

Bumble IPO: What Potential BMBL Stock Investors Need to Know Ahead of Debut

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

BMBL stock begins trading after the Bumble IPO priced at $43. The woman-led dating app comes public just before Valentine's Day weekend.

NEPT Stock: Why Earth-Friendly Neptune Wellness Is Climbing Today

By Robert Lakin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Neptune Wellness Solutions is buying a controlling stake in plant-based baby food maker Sprout. The move reflects the segment's evolution from niche to mainstream.

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