S&P 500   5,026.61
DOW   38,671.69
QQQ   437.05
Israel's finance minister blasts Moody's downgrade of the the country's credit rating
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
Mardi Gras beads are creating a plastic disaster in New Orleans. Are there green alternatives?
Super Bowl Live Updates | 49ers are Super Bowl favorites in 2025
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
FMC stock just set a new ceiling higher, 50% higher indeed
Recession risks are fading, business economists say, but political tensions pose threat to economy
New Trump Bombshell (Ad)
Venezuela defends military buildup, accusing neighboring Guyana of granting illegal oil contracts
Stock market today: World shares mostly higher after S&P 500 tops 5,000
S&P 500   5,026.61
DOW   38,671.69
QQQ   437.05
Israel's finance minister blasts Moody's downgrade of the the country's credit rating
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
Mardi Gras beads are creating a plastic disaster in New Orleans. Are there green alternatives?
Super Bowl Live Updates | 49ers are Super Bowl favorites in 2025
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
FMC stock just set a new ceiling higher, 50% higher indeed
Recession risks are fading, business economists say, but political tensions pose threat to economy
New Trump Bombshell (Ad)
Venezuela defends military buildup, accusing neighboring Guyana of granting illegal oil contracts
Stock market today: World shares mostly higher after S&P 500 tops 5,000
S&P 500   5,026.61
DOW   38,671.69
QQQ   437.05
Israel's finance minister blasts Moody's downgrade of the the country's credit rating
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
Mardi Gras beads are creating a plastic disaster in New Orleans. Are there green alternatives?
Super Bowl Live Updates | 49ers are Super Bowl favorites in 2025
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
FMC stock just set a new ceiling higher, 50% higher indeed
Recession risks are fading, business economists say, but political tensions pose threat to economy
New Trump Bombshell (Ad)
Venezuela defends military buildup, accusing neighboring Guyana of granting illegal oil contracts
Stock market today: World shares mostly higher after S&P 500 tops 5,000
S&P 500   5,026.61
DOW   38,671.69
QQQ   437.05
Israel's finance minister blasts Moody's downgrade of the the country's credit rating
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
Mardi Gras beads are creating a plastic disaster in New Orleans. Are there green alternatives?
Super Bowl Live Updates | 49ers are Super Bowl favorites in 2025
Obama’s 2024 Confession (Ad)
FMC stock just set a new ceiling higher, 50% higher indeed
Recession risks are fading, business economists say, but political tensions pose threat to economy
New Trump Bombshell (Ad)
Venezuela defends military buildup, accusing neighboring Guyana of granting illegal oil contracts
Stock market today: World shares mostly higher after S&P 500 tops 5,000

Dan Schmidt, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Dan Schmidt

About Dan Schmidt

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Contributing Author

Stocks, Fundamental and Technical Analysis

Experience

Dan Schmidt has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2022.

Areas of Expertise

Stocks, investing, markets, financial planning, credit cards, debt consolidation

Education

Penn State University; Certification in Technical Writing, University of Wisconsin

Past Experience

Vanguard, Capital One, Benzinga, Fora Financial

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Latest Articles by Dan Schmidt

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Miso Robotics stock: Is an IPO coming soon?

Dan Schmidt

Can you buy Miso Robotics stock? Miso Robotics is not yet publicly traded, but there are other ways to get in on this branch of AI. Learn more.

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5 best stocks to buy in a bear market

Dan Schmidt

Want income-producing assets and stable stocks? Look for stocks with stable cash flow in rock-solid industries for the best stocks to buy in a bear market.

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What is a bear market rally? Examples and how they work

Dan Schmidt

What is a bear market rally? A bear market is one that declines by 20% in at least a two-month timeframe, and a rally is a short upturn. Learn more.

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January 26, 2024 11:26 AM ET

The next meme stock: 6 tickers leading a meme stock revival

Dan Schmidt

Meme stocks soared during the early days of the pandemic. Will these stocks form a major meme stock rally or a short-lived farewell tour? Learn more.

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January 26, 2024 10:43 AM ET

8 best meme stocks to buy now 

Dan Schmidt

Meme stocks took the investing world by storm in 2021, but is it still beneficial to invest meme stocks now? Learn about the best meme stocks to buy now.

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What are fintech companies?

Dan Schmidt

What are fintech companies? Fintech shortens “financial technology," or the use of technology to automate and create innovative financial services.

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January 19, 2024 12:36 PM ET

Investing in coffee: 3 great strategies to consider 

Dan Schmidt

Coffee is one of the world’s most popular commodities and there are several ways to invest in this potent brew. Learn more about investing in coffee.

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January 12, 2024 10:47 AM ET

Growth vs value investing: What are the differences?

Dan Schmidt

What is growth vs value investing? You may want to consider both to have the right blend of value and growth for diversification in your portfolio.

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What is RSI definition on MarketBeat with an example of Amazon.com
January 11, 2024 11:32 AM ET

Momentum Indicator: Relative Strength Index

Dan Schmidt

What is RSI? The relative strength index (RSI) measures the speed and magnitude of a security's recent price changes. Learn more.

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Healthcare REITs involve senior living communities; nurse checking senior woman's blood pressure
January 11, 2024 9:13 AM ET

6 largest healthcare REITs to buy and how to invest

Dan Schmidt

What are healthcare REITs? They operate specialized facilities of healthcare systems and other health-related institutions. Learn more about healthcare REITs.

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How to buy Southwest Airlines stock
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How to buy Southwest Airlines stock

Dan Schmidt

Should you buy Southwest stock? Learn more about purchasing the low-cost airline and how to invest in Southwest Airlines.

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What is a growth stock mutual fund?

Dan Schmidt

What is a growth stock mutual fund and how does it work? Learn more about both growth stocks and mutual funds with MarketBeat.

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