Robert Martin

Robert Martin

Robert Martin is a blogger who covers consumer and financial news with a nod to the stock market. He enjoys writing about business and making money doing it.

In 2013, Robert joined InvestorPlace.com in Rockville, MD, as a staff writer.

Recent Articles

AAPL Stock: 5 Reasons Apple Earns Investors’ Respect

Apple is impressive. Just consider these five reasons that investors, whether they're long AAPL stock or not, give the company so much respect.

GOOG Stock: What You Missed From Google I/O 2014

If you're a potential or current GOOG stock investor, you should be familiar with what the company announced at Google I/O 2014 last week.

What’s Up With Facebook’s WhatsApp Deal?

What's up with Facebook and WhatsApp? The app isn't anywhere close to moving FB stock, yet -- but that's no reason to worry.

New iMac Review: Apple’s Cheapest Option Is Also Its Slowest

New iMac review: The cheaper 2014 iMac cuts costs by compromising on processing power and storage, but it's still a solid machine.

AMZN: Drones Don’t Matter for Amazon Stock

Should Amazon stock investors worry about the company's dying drone dreams? Probably not. But there's plenty else to worry about.

Risk vs Reward: Which Marijuana Stocks Have the Most to Gain or Lose

The in-motion legalization of medical marijuana makes it tough to pin down which marijuana stock to add to your portfolio, and when.

The World Cup Effect: Will Brazil’s Investment Pay Off?

Brazil stocks are going strong despite wasteful spending on the World Cup. Here's what you should know about the emerging market.

Why Google Will Drive Tesla’s Cars and Stock in the Near Future

Tesla needs to boost EV adoption, while GOOG needs its driverless cars on the road. So why not team up?

TWTR: Why Twitter Stock Has Regained Ground

Twitter stock has taken a beating this year, but has at least been on a mini run over the last month. What's propelling TWTR higher?

Friend or Foe – Marijuana Stocks and the Tobacco Industry

Are medical marijuana companies stocks to buy now? Or should you be looking toward the potential future kings of marijuana -- Big Tobacco?