To succeed over the long term, you need to get a handle on risk. Here's how to tap growth but still avoid unnecessary hazards. Read More

Dr. Joe Duarte is Chief Investment Strategist and Editor of Profit Catalyst Alert. He has been a professional investor and independent analyst since 1990. He is a former Registered Investment Advisor and author of the Bestselling "Options Trading for Dummies," now in its 4th edition and several other books including "Market Timing for Dummies" and "Successful Biotech Investing". Although Joe's favorite areas of the market are technology and healthcare, he is a versatile investor who enjoys finding that hidden gem stock before the crowd, no matter what the sector. He is an original CNBC Market Maven, and is visible regularly on Stockcharts.TV. He has published articles on Marketwatch.com and has been widely quoted in the major media including The Wall Street Journal and Barron’s magazine.
Analyst Articles
Despite bear market conditions, we can still try to understand what’s happening and act accordingly. Read More
We've come to appreciate what Berkshire represents, which is a picture of Buffett’s guiding principle: own the business, not the stock. Read More
The pre-Memorial Day jump in stocks may be the signal for a move higher over the next few weeks. Here's how to trade the trend. Read More
The combination of relatively inexpensive cocoa, combined with solid customer demand, gives chocolate-based businesses an advantage. Read More
There are ways to anticipate what the central bank may do next and to plan accordingly, before it acts. Read More
The current stock market slump is an opportunity to scoop up inherently sound equities at bargain prices. Read More
The U.S. central bank is tightening monetary policy, just as the economy encounters headwinds. Read More
Passive investing has been very successful since stocks bottomed out after the 2008 bear market. But there are no guarantees. Read More
To discern the direction of this volatile market, you should study these price charts that serve as reliable momentum guides. Read More