Vince Martin

Vince Martin

Vince Martin has written investing advice for several years, covering stocks across a range of industries. A former registered representative, Martin saw the dot-com bubble inflate and burst in real time, creating a healthy respect for downside risk. He splits his time between Chicago and rural Wisconsin with his wife and three dogs.

Recent Articles

Amazon Stock Can’t Go Much Higher…Can It?

AMZN's incredible run has taken even this bull by surprise - and it raises the question of whether AMZN stock needs a breather at some point.

Why Microsoft Stock Looks Like So Many Other Stocks Right Now

Near all-time highs, the core questions surrounding MSFT stock are a lot like those facing the economy as a whole right now. How much growth is left? And how much are investors willing to pay - even for quality companies like Microsoft?

In the Single Digits, Ford Stock Looks Like a Buy

F stock has dipped into the single digits for the first time since 2012. Peak auto concerns are real. But the balance sheet for Ford is in solid shape, the dividend should stay intact, and there's upside here - at some point.

A Cheap Valuation and Strong Dividend Make IBM Stock Worth the Wait

IBM stock continues to struggle, even touching a two-year low back in June. But there is good news here, plus a cheap valuation and a strong dividend that pays investors to wait.

Pick Nvidia Stock over Micron for Higher Risk and Higher Reward

With the chip sector as a whole pulling back, there's an interesting question: is NVDA or MU the better play?

What Does Trump’s Attack on the Fed Mean for Markets?

President Donald Trump once again has criticized the Federal Reserve for raising rates. But the Fed's independence and the lack of a clear policy from the White House suggest that investors shouldn't overreact.

Facebook Stock Has Further to Fall Before You Buy It on the Dip

Facebook stock looks attractive from a long-term perspective - but recent trading suggests potential near-term weakness

Snap Stock Has Hope But Not Much Else

SNAP stock is falling once again and with good reason. And while the company still has time and growth potential, valuation remains prohibitive even near the lows.

3 Earnings Reports to Watch Next Week

The retail sector takes center stage this week, with earnings reports from some of the sector's giants. After a big rebound so far this year, the news is going to have to be strong to keep the retail gains going -- or even intact.

3 Reasons to Sell Shopify

Shopify continues to perform well. However, even after SHOP stock dropped 20%, there is a real question as to how much more upside it has in this market.