Vince Martin

Vince Martin

InvestorPlace Contributor

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

Is the Panic Over Italy’s Political Crisis an Opportunity for Investors?

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

A worldwide market selloff on Tuesday was driven by political fears about new Italian elections. And while it created more attractive stocks to buy, it also adds to broad market risks.

Solo: A Star Wars Story Bomb Highlights Risks to Walt Disney Co Stock

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

A disappointing performance from Solo: A Star Wars Story sets up a dangerous scenario for DIS stock.

Home Services Could Be the Next Facebook, Inc. Stock Revenue Stream

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Facebook's new service offering could portend an expanded strategy going forward.

20 2018 Losers That Will Be Big Winners

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

These 20 stocks have fallen at least 5% so far this year but should have better prospects ahead.

Why the Dow Jones May Struggle to Stay Above Water

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

The Dow Jones index has underperformed this year - and if the market weakens at all, it may turn negative. There's several risks to the Dow Jones. While the older, large-cap nature of the Dow could be a plus if the market declines, investors are better off elsewhere if it doesn't.

Consumer Products Aren’t Nearly as Safe as You Thought — They’re Dying

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Large-cap consumer stocks are hitting multi-year lows, but instead of a buying opportunity, the sector has become an open grave marked by precarious footing. Watch your step with these consumer products companies.

20 Gambling Stocks to Play the Booming Economy

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Gambling stocks have outperformed the market since the financial crisis. Now that the handcuffs have been loosened, these 20 gaming stocks give sports betting investors a way to play every aspect of the industry.

Breaking Up Facebook, Inc. Isn’t Going to Work

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Activists garnered some press on Monday in unveiling a plan to focus antitrust regulators on Facebook. But Facebook stock didn't budge. And that makes sense - the activist effort poses no real threat to FB stock.

Bull Case for Micron Technology, Inc. Stock Strengthens

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

Micron stock isn't as cheap as it looks. MU stock can move quickly and without warning. But the core thesis here still holds. MU stock should be cheap -- but not this cheap. A $10 billion share buyback and raised guidance further strengthen the bull case for MU below $60.

3 Stocks to Buy for a Strong Summer Vacation Season

By Vince Martin, InvestorPlace Contributor

These 3 stocks all will benefit from a strong summer vacation season, and can help investors have a more relaxing summer.

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