The second half of 2019 will favor investors who bet against the herd, as a different set of stocks gets ready to dominate. Read More
Jim Pearce is the Chief Investment Strategist of Personal Finance, our flagship publication, and manages two trading services, PF Pro and Mayhem Trader. He began his career as a stockbroker in 1983 and over the years has managed client investment portfolios for major banks, brokerage firms, and investment advisors. Jim earned a BA from The College of William & Mary and the CFP designation from the College of Financial Planning.
Analyst Articles
If you believe in market timing, now may be a good time to take action because the odds favor a major stock market decline in August or September. Read More
Looking for double-digit yields in a world of single-digit bonds? Successful investors like Warren Buffett use a certain method to find them. You can, too. Read More
Although IBM's share price has risen less than 20% since late October, our analyst just sold his LEAP option on it for a 100% gain. Read More
American auto sales are taking off, but the smartest tactic to make money from the trend probably isn't what you think. Read More
The e-commerce giant's stock might be stuck in a narrow range for a while, so now's the time to consider this options strategy to enhance your returns. Read More
There are 18 firms in the S&P 500 that don't earn a single point from our IDEAL rating system. But you can still profit from them. Read More
These 10 stocks earn a perfect score for value even though the market is at record highs and appears poised for a correction. Read More
Six months ago, I issued "My 5 Predictions for Investors in 2019.” Now that we’re halfway through the year, let’s see how I’m doing so far. Read More
Here are four stocks suitable for an “Independence Day” portfolio to capitalize on all-American themes. Read More