Todd Shriber

Todd Shriber

InvestorPlace Contributor

Recent Articles

A Wonderful Time of Year for ProShares’ Online Retail ETFs CLIX and ONLN

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Year-to-date returns prove as much. Even with the headwinds to consumer spending derived from the novel coronavirus pandemic and against the backdrop of rising retail bankruptcies and store closures, the S&P Retail Select Industry Index is higher by almost 30% this year.

Fear the Walking Exxon Because It Doesn’t Belong In Your Portfolio

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

It was once a blue-chip name, but these days, XOM stock has a dividend dilemma and limited near-term recovery prospects.

Sorrento Therapeutics Hoping Better Late Than Never Works in Vaccine Competition

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

In this competition, Sorrento is a different beast because it's not just working on a vaccine, it's working on Covid-19 testing, neutralizing antibodies and preventive “shields,” among other products. That's a relevant, robust pipeline, but it hasn't been enough to prevent SRNE stock from sliding 61% from its 52-week high.

3 Psychedelic Stocks for Profits on Oregon Legalization

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Psychedelic stocks aren't cannabis level mainstream yet, but there's potential here as acceptance increases.

Bank Stocks May Rebound, But there Are Better Ideas Than Wells Fargo

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Even with that recent pop, WFC stock is lower by more than 53% year-to-date, a stunning outcome relative to the KBW Nasdaq Bank Index, which is off “just” 20.18%. Said another way, Wells Fargo is an egregious offender in a group full of them and it's standing out for all the wrong reasons.

3 VIX ETFs to Buy to Bet on Volatility

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Investors can deploy VIX ETFs as short-term hedges. But remember, these products aren't credible long-term choices for your portfolio.

DraftKings Stock Is Where Expectations and Reality Could Collide

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

In the sports betting industry, marketing costs aren't limited to advertising, though DraftKings and rival FanDuel are quite liberal on that front. There's customer acquisition costs, including sign-up bonuses for new players. After awhile, throwing hundreds of dollars (depending on deposit size) at each fresh client gets expensive and the endeavor crimps the bottom line.

Nokia Is Still Trying to Find Its 5G Groove

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Nokia stock is turning into a big 5G dud and it could take some time for investors to realize benefit with this name.

There’s Nothing Clandestine About Palantir Technologies’ Rich Premium

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

It's got intriguing prospects, but PLTR stock needs to show the company can generate new business or investor enthusiasm could wane.

Luckin Coffee Is Soaring, But Investors Shouldn’t Be Fooled

By Todd Shriber, InvestorPlace Contributor

Luckin stock is on a tear of late, but this embattled coffee company is a long way from being a legitimate investment again.

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