Benjamin Shepherd

Benjamin Shepherd is a recognized exchange-traded fund (ETF), mutual fund and stock expert with an extensive background analyzing time-tested funds, including their managers and strategies. Ben looks for investments that have proven themselves in both bull and bear markets. Ben also specializes in covering emerging markets, pinpointing the most dynamic investments in developing nations for market-beating growth.

Ben is an analyst for Global Income Edge and regularly contributes to Personal Finance, Investing Daily’s flagship product. 

Analyst Articles

Business productivity has declined precipitously since the Great Recession. And as the easier comparable periods from the downturn fade into the past, falling productivity will make it far more difficult for companies to beat their earnings expectations. That means the upcoming earnings seasons could put a halt to the market’s rally. Read More

The banking sector is noticeably healthier these days, though it still faces economic and regulatory headwinds. In particular, the Dodd-Frank Act could impair the profitability of the large money center banks. As such, we expect small, regional banks to outperform their larger peers. Read More