S&P 500   4,464.05
DOW   35,281.40
QQQ   366.24
Biden and House Democrats hope to make curbing 'junk fees' a winning issue in 2024
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Yes, inflation is down. No, the Inflation Reduction Act doesn't deserve the credit
Stock market today: Asia follows Wall Street lower after US data revive fears about rate hike
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Illinois governor signs ban on firearms advertising allegedly marketed to kids and militants
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
US Steel rejects a $7.3 billion offer from rival Cleveland-Cliffs; considers alternatives
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
S&P 500   4,464.05
DOW   35,281.40
QQQ   366.24
Biden and House Democrats hope to make curbing 'junk fees' a winning issue in 2024
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Yes, inflation is down. No, the Inflation Reduction Act doesn't deserve the credit
Stock market today: Asia follows Wall Street lower after US data revive fears about rate hike
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Illinois governor signs ban on firearms advertising allegedly marketed to kids and militants
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
US Steel rejects a $7.3 billion offer from rival Cleveland-Cliffs; considers alternatives
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
S&P 500   4,464.05
DOW   35,281.40
QQQ   366.24
Biden and House Democrats hope to make curbing 'junk fees' a winning issue in 2024
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Yes, inflation is down. No, the Inflation Reduction Act doesn't deserve the credit
Stock market today: Asia follows Wall Street lower after US data revive fears about rate hike
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Illinois governor signs ban on firearms advertising allegedly marketed to kids and militants
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
US Steel rejects a $7.3 billion offer from rival Cleveland-Cliffs; considers alternatives
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
S&P 500   4,464.05
DOW   35,281.40
QQQ   366.24
Biden and House Democrats hope to make curbing 'junk fees' a winning issue in 2024
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Yes, inflation is down. No, the Inflation Reduction Act doesn't deserve the credit
Stock market today: Asia follows Wall Street lower after US data revive fears about rate hike
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
Illinois governor signs ban on firearms advertising allegedly marketed to kids and militants
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought
The single greatest medical breakthrough of all time? (Ad)
US Steel rejects a $7.3 billion offer from rival Cleveland-Cliffs; considers alternatives
Don't expect quick fixes in 'red-teaming' of AI models. Security was an afterthought

Chris Markoch, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Chris Markoch

About Chris Markoch

Contributing Author: Retirement, Individual Investing

Chris Markoch is a freelance financial copywriter with over five years of experience covering various aspects of the financial markets. You may find his writing a little different than other stock articles you’ve read. And that’s OK with him. Chris doesn’t have a traditional finance background. What he does bring to the table is a strong business and marketing background having worked for agencies that serviced Fortune 500 companies. With that in mind, he isn’t overly impressed with what companies say, and more focused on what they do. And because buyer behavior dictates so much of what happens with a stock, Chris always keeps the end consumer close in mind. Chris has been writing for MarketBeat since 2018.

Contact Chris Markoch via email at CTMarkoch@msn.com.

Articles by Chris Markoch

3 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Haul
3 Pharmaceutical Stocks to Buy and Hold for the Long Haul
August 11th, 2023  9:31 AM

Robust pipelines make these three pharmaceutical stocks solid choices for investors looking for stocks to buy and hold for long-term gains

3 Machine Learning Stocks You Won't Want to Miss
3 Machine Learning Stocks You Won't Want to Miss
August 11th, 2023  7:32 AM

The companies that effectively use machine learning to enable AI solutions will be critical to unearthing the real opportunities in AI

3 Best Renewable Energy Stocks as Summer Heat Builds
3 Best Renewable Energy Stocks as Summer Heat Builds
August 10th, 2023  7:05 AM

The Biden administration continues to accelerate our nation’s clean energy transition. And that means it’s time to consider these renewable energy stocks

3 Stocks to Buy No Matter Which Way Inflation Moves
3 Stocks to Buy No Matter Which Way Inflation Moves
August 9th, 2023  12:23 PM

Now is a good time to find stocks that are likely to perform well no matter which direction inflation heads; here are three stocks to consider

3 Stocks to Buy After Heavy Insider Buying
3 Stocks to Buy After Heavy Insider Buying
August 9th, 2023  8:42 AM

Heavy insider buying is a solid predictor for when it’s time to buy a stock; here are three stocks that MarketBeat analytics show to have heavy insider buying

2 Tech Stocks to Buy and One to Avoid in August
2 Tech Stocks to Buy and One to Avoid in August
August 9th, 2023  7:00 AM

As we close out this earnings season, here are two tech stocks that look undervalued and one that reminds investors some stocks are cheap for a reason

Is Growth Priced into Amgen Stock after Earnings Beat?
Is Growth Priced into Amgen Stock after Earnings Beat?
August 7th, 2023  7:00 AM

Amgen earnings delivered a solid earnings report after the market closed but analyst sentiment suggests that growth may already be priced into AMGN stock.

3 Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Believe Inflation is Coming Back
3 Dividend Stocks to Buy if You Believe Inflation is Coming Back
August 4th, 2023  9:25 AM

If you're concerned about rising inflation in the second half of 2023, here are some compelling companies raising their dividends and offering earnings growth

What Generac’s Earnings May Say About the Strength of the Economy
What Generac’s Earnings May Say About the Strength of the Economy
August 3rd, 2023  7:00 AM

Generac stock is down sharply after the company reported weaker-than-expected consumer demand, but the stock may be a buy when the economy improves

Camping World Slashes its Dividend but Should You Cut the Stock?
Camping World Slashes its Dividend but Should You Cut the Stock?
August 2nd, 2023  11:45 AM

Camping World stock is down sharply after missing on earnings and slashing its dividend; investors should wait for the dust to settle before buying the stock

Do Caterpillar's Results Hint at a Looming Infrastructure Bubble?
Do Caterpillar's Results Hint at a Looming Infrastructure Bubble?
August 1st, 2023  12:12 PM

Caterpillar reported strong earnings including a 21% YOY rise in profits, but analyst sentiment suggests that these results are priced into the stock.

3 AI Chip Stocks That Still Have a Long Runway
3 AI Chip Stocks That Still Have a Long Runway
July 31st, 2023  11:35 AM

Semiconductor chips are the backbone of artificial intelligence (AI) and the three stocks listed below all appear to have long runways for future growth.  

3 Companies with the Biggest Share Buybacks
3 Companies with the Biggest Share Buybacks
July 31st, 2023  8:42 AM

Share buybacks are a way for a publicly traded company to deliver value to its shareholders, and these three companies have issued some of the largest buybacks

Should a Lack of Windfall Profits Keep You Out on Chevron Stock?
Should a Lack of Windfall Profits Keep You Out on Chevron Stock?
July 31st, 2023  7:04 AM

Despite reporting a steep year-over-year drop in earnings, Chevron's business model continues to offer value to shareholders

3 Streaming Stocks That Can Push Past the Actors Guild Strike
3 Streaming Stocks That Can Push Past the Actors Guild Strike
July 28th, 2023  8:59 AM

Pragmatic investors should wonder what it means for streaming companies if the Actors Guild Strike lasts longer than expected

McDonald’s Earnings Growth Shows Value to Consumers and Investors
McDonald’s Earnings Growth Shows Value to Consumers and Investors
July 27th, 2023  10:45 AM

McDonald's continues to deliver value to consumers and investors as it shows why now is a time to focus on companies who have the size to execute their plans

3 Autonomous Driving Stocks to Buy Before Elon Musk Goes All In
3 Autonomous Driving Stocks to Buy Before Elon Musk Goes All In
July 27th, 2023  8:40 AM

Many companies have big plans to expand autonomous driving technology and here are three stocks that are a good way to invest in this growing sector

Earnings Suggest the Worst is Behind 3M, but is MMM a Buy?
Earnings Suggest the Worst is Behind 3M, but is MMM a Buy?
July 26th, 2023  7:15 AM

MMM stock is up 5.7% after a solid earnings report; the report shows the company may have pricing power but investors may want to wait before buying the stock.

Kimberly-Clark Raises Sales and Profit Guidance, Can it Breakout?
Kimberly-Clark Raises Sales and Profit Guidance, Can it Breakout?
July 25th, 2023  10:55 AM

After a strong earnings report, and with the Federal Reserve about to raise interest rates, investor sentiment in KMB stock may be about to turn bullish

3 Housing Stocks to Avoid as Interest Rates Rise
3 Housing Stocks to Avoid as Interest Rates Rise
July 24th, 2023  3:17 PM

In time, the housing market will recover. But until it does, investors should avoid constructing their portfolio around these three housing stocks

3 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Still Have Pricing Power
3 Consumer Discretionary Stocks That Still Have Pricing Power
July 24th, 2023  8:00 AM

Pricing power fuels earnings growth and here are three consumer discretionary stocks that have recently given investors confirmation of their pricing power

MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/17 - 7/21
MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/17 - 7/21
July 22nd, 2023  7:00 AM

Investor sentiment remains strong but upcoming tech earnings and an expected interest rate hike may provide more clarity on the short-term outlook for stocks

ISRG Stock Sinks After Strong Earnings: Is the Growth Priced In?
ISRG Stock Sinks After Strong Earnings: Is the Growth Priced In?
July 21st, 2023  11:02 AM

Intuitive Surgical delighted investors by beating on the top and bottom lines in its earnings report, so why is ISRG stock dropping and will it last?

2 Fintech Stocks to Buy Now and 1 to Avoid
2 Fintech Stocks to Buy Now and 1 to Avoid
July 21st, 2023  7:00 AM

After a weak 2022, the fintech sector is making a comeback. Here are two fintech companies that are buying opportunities and one that requires additional time

3 Undervalued Large-Cap Stocks That Won't Be for Long
3 Undervalued Large-Cap Stocks That Won't Be for Long
July 20th, 2023  12:24 PM

Buying undervalued stocks that have unrealized catalysts will rarely disappoint investors who have the discipline to hold them over time.  

Baker Hughes: Pricey, but Could Benefit from Rising Oil Demand
Baker Hughes: Pricey, but Could Benefit from Rising Oil Demand
July 20th, 2023  7:00 AM

After a solid earnings report, Baker Hughes stock looks overvalued, but the company may get a boost from higher oil prices and an improving economy.

Green Hydrogen Stocks Getting Ready to Deliver Big Gains
Green Hydrogen Stocks Getting Ready to Deliver Big Gains
July 18th, 2023  12:08 PM

Green hydrogen may deliver on the promise of the “hydrogen economy” but it's not without risks; here are three green hydrogen stocks for speculative investors

3 Mid-Cap Stocks with Expectations for High-Earnings Growth
3 Mid-Cap Stocks with Expectations for High-Earnings Growth
July 18th, 2023  10:10 AM

Mid-cap stocks are a “middle of the road” alternative. Here are three mid-cap stocks that present investors with a compelling case heading into earnings season

3 Dividend Stocks That Still Make Sense in 2023
3 Dividend Stocks That Still Make Sense in 2023
July 17th, 2023  7:30 AM

Investors are still faced with an uncertain market which is favorable for these three dividend stocks regardless of what happens in the economy

2 Penny Stocks to Buy and 1 to Avoid
2 Penny Stocks to Buy and 1 to Avoid
July 17th, 2023  7:25 AM

If you have some speculative cash to invest and an appetite for risk, here are two penny stocks to consider buying and one that you should avoid

MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/10 - 7/14
MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/10 - 7/14
July 15th, 2023  7:00 AM

As inflation moderates, Investors are optimistic for the second quarter earnings season and that optimism is evident in some of the top stories from this week

3 Space Stocks That Could Take Off Like a Rocket
3 Space Stocks That Could Take Off Like a Rocket
July 13th, 2023  7:02 AM

The space industry is big business, but it’s important to know where the real money is being made; here are three stocks for disciplined, long-term investors

3 Biotech Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Gains
3 Biotech Stocks to Buy for Long-Term Gains
July 13th, 2023  7:00 AM

The biotech sector is one of the most volatile sectors, but here are three biotech stocks that offer opportunities for patient biotech stock investors.

What are the 3 Best Bank Stocks This Earnings Season?
What are the 3 Best Bank Stocks This Earnings Season?
July 11th, 2023  10:59 AM

With the stress tests behind them and earnings season kicking off, it’s time to look at which banks are good buys for the third quarter and beyond

3 Oil Stocks to Buy Before the Price of Crude Takes Off
3 Oil Stocks to Buy Before the Price of Crude Takes Off
July 11th, 2023  6:45 AM

Most economists believe that oil demand will outstrip supply in the second half of 2023; here are three stocks that are likely to benefit from rising prices

3 Stocks that Analysts Continue to Upgrade into Earnings Season
3 Stocks that Analysts Continue to Upgrade into Earnings Season
July 10th, 2023  11:45 AM

Analyst ratings can be a reliable indicator of short term stock performance; here are three stocks getting positive analyst coverage heading into earnings

MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/3 - 7/7
MarketBeat Week in Review – 7/3 - 7/7
July 8th, 2023  7:00 AM

A short trading week managed to deliver volatility and next week brings potentially more market-moving news as investors get the latest read on inflation

3 Russell 2000 Stocks to Buy as Small-Caps Make a Comeback
3 Russell 2000 Stocks to Buy as Small-Caps Make a Comeback
July 5th, 2023  11:30 AM

The Russell 2000 has shown solid growth in 2023. If you’re feeling more bullish about the market, here are three small-cap stocks that should have some upside

What Does an Earnings Surprise Mean for American Outdoor Brands?
What Does an Earnings Surprise Mean for American Outdoor Brands?
July 5th, 2023  8:25 AM

If American Outdoor Brands delivers on its forecast for revenue growth, its latest earnings surprise may be only the first of many surprises for shareholders

MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/26 - 6/30
MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/26 - 6/30
July 1st, 2023  7:00 AM

Markets headed into a holiday week cheering a lower-than-expected key inflation reading, but investors should expect volatility in a short trading week.

Two Bullish Announcements Create a Stir in Lucid Group Stock
Two Bullish Announcements Create a Stir in Lucid Group Stock
June 28th, 2023  7:00 AM

Lucid Group stock climbed over 9% after two major announcements but long-term investors may still want to wait for more information

Korn Ferry: An Undervalued Play on the State of the Workforce
Korn Ferry: An Undervalued Play on the State of the Workforce
June 27th, 2023  1:15 PM

Investors are fading the soft guidance from Korn Ferry stock for its next quarter, but the company is growing in an area that will define the global workforce

Is Peloton Stock a Buy After a Recent Downgrade?
Is Peloton Stock a Buy After a Recent Downgrade?
June 27th, 2023  10:00 AM

Peloton pivots to become a connected fitness company, which could be a profitable path for the company. However, analysts aren’t so sure about Peloton stock.

MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/19 - 6/23
MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/19 - 6/23
June 24th, 2023  7:00 AM

Markets pulled back this week revealing the same range-bound pattern that's been in place since last year. Here's a sample of what other investors are reading

MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/12 - 6/16
MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/12 - 6/16
June 17th, 2023  7:00 AM

Markets ended slightly lower but FOMO is still in place. Next week will be a short trading week but investors will still have loads of economic data to consider

Investors are Buying Big Oil, is it Time for You to Do the Same?
Investors are Buying Big Oil, is it Time for You to Do the Same?
June 15th, 2023  7:02 AM

Institutional investors are taking long positions in big oil stocks, so it’s a good time to consider if you should be doing the same

Boeing Stock, Is There Still Room for Investors to Go Long?
Boeing Stock, Is There Still Room for Investors to Go Long?
June 14th, 2023  8:29 AM

Boeing is one of the best performing Dow stocks in 2023 and rising deliveries and earnings suggest there's still time to take a long position in BA stock 

MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/4 - 6/9
MarketBeat Week in Review – 6/4 - 6/9
June 10th, 2023  7:00 AM

Investors are cautiously optimistic as they wait on data about inflation and interest rates. While you wait here are the top stories from this week

Will the Five Below Rally Move it to a New All-Time High?
Will the Five Below Rally Move it to a New All-Time High?
June 6th, 2023  7:59 AM

Five Below reversed its sell-of after posting a mixed first quarter 2023 earnings report and may be ready to charge forward to a new all-time high

Dollar General May Create an Opportunity for Patient Investors
Dollar General May Create an Opportunity for Patient Investors
June 6th, 2023  7:29 AM

After missing on both the top and bottom lines Dollar General stock is down over 30% for the year, but this could spell an opportunity for patient investors. 

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