Chris Markoch, Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat About The Editor Chris MarkochEditor & Contributing AuthorValue Investing, Retirement, Dividend Stocks, Individual InvestingExperienceChris Markoch has been an editor & contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2018. Professional Background: Christopher Markoch is a freelance writer and market analyst with over 30 years of experience in marketing communications, including work with financial services firms and banks. His unique blend of communication expertise and market knowledge allows him to break down complex financial topics for individual investors. Credentials: He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Communication from The University of Akron in Akron, Ohio. Finance Experience: Chris has been an editor and contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2018 and has also written for InvestorPlace. He began writing about finance and investing in 2017, bringing a strong focus on helping readers make confident, informed decisions. Writing Focus: He specializes in value investing, dividend-paying stocks, and retirement-focused strategies. His work is geared toward individual investors looking to build stable, income-generating portfolios. Investment Approach: Chris emphasizes value and income investing while maintaining a focus on context and clarity. He believes that fundamentals and technicals are important, but they only become truly useful when paired with an understanding of a company’s story. That perspective shapes both his investing decisions and the guidance he offers to readers. Inspiration: “The story behind a company or stock is important to me,” Chris says. “The fundamentals or technical action are interesting, but without the why, they lack context for retail investors. That’s what I aim to deliver.” Fun Fact: Christopher admires thought leaders like Keith Fitz-Gerald and Shah Gilani for their sharp market insight. Areas of Expertise: Value investing, retirement stocks, dividend stocks, individual investing EducationBachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Communication, The University of Akron, Akron, OhioPast ExperienceInvestorPlaceLearn About MarketBeat's Editorial Guidelines and Standards PolicyLatest Articles by Chris MarkochJune 29, 2025 6:36 AM ET3 Biotech Stocks to Watch: Iovance, Neurocrine & VikingChris MarkochTiming matters with biotech stocks; these three companies offer distinct risk-reward profiles but have upcoming catalysts that could redefine their valueNASDAQ:IOVANASDAQ:NBIXNASDAQ:VKTXRead 3 Biotech Stocks to Watch: Iovance, Neurocrine & VikingJune 27, 2025 5:06 AM ETSkyworks Stock Down 16% in 2025, Poised for AI Edge SurgeChris MarkochSkyworks stock is down, but AI at the edge and a smartphone rebound could spark growth, with analysts eyeing 22% EPS gains and a PEG near 0.5NASDAQ:SWKSNASDAQ:AAPLRead Skyworks Stock Down 16% in 2025, Poised for AI Edge SurgeJune 26, 2025 7:04 AM ET3 AI Infrastructure Stocks With Strong Growth, Not HypeChris MarkochHere are 3 AI stocks offering value and growth, backed by strong fundamentals and critical roles in the AI stack as investors seek alternatives to high-flyersNASDAQ:SMCINYSE:ANETNASDAQ:SNPSRead 3 AI Infrastructure Stocks With Strong Growth, Not HypeJune 25, 2025 2:20 PM ETTop 3 Bank Stocks to Watch as Fed Rate Cuts LoomChris MarkochAs rate cuts steepen the yield curve, FITB, CMA, and CFG stand out for their margin leverage, solid capital, and strong upside potential in H2 of 2025NASDAQ:FITBNYSE:CMANYSE:CFGRead Top 3 Bank Stocks to Watch as Fed Rate Cuts LoomJune 25, 2025 9:10 AM ET3 Semiconductor Stocks Poised to Surge on AI SpendingChris MarkochWith the AI infrastructure buildout in full swing, here are 3 semiconductor stocks well-positioned to grow significantly as revenue and earnings increaseNASDAQ:MRVLNASDAQ:AVGONASDAQ:AMDRead 3 Semiconductor Stocks Poised to Surge on AI SpendingJune 25, 2025 9:01 AM ETPalantir Stock Hits ATH, But Can the Rally Hold Without Volume? Chris MarkochPalantir’s rally to a new high shows short-term momentum, but weak volume and falling IV suggest investors should tread carefully before buying at this levelNASDAQ:PLTRNASDAQ:AMZNRead Palantir Stock Hits ATH, But Can the Rally Hold Without Volume? June 25, 2025 7:34 AM ETTop Steel Picks for the Coming Infrastructure BoomChris MarkochWith domestic steel production in favor, this is a time for investors to own steel stocks from companies that produce steel in the United StatesNYSE:NUENASDAQ:STLDNYSE:CLFRead Top Steel Picks for the Coming Infrastructure BoomJune 24, 2025 7:40 AM ETCrowdStrike Eyes Breakout as Cyber Threats Boost DemandChris MarkochWith the U.S. bracing for a potential cyberattack from Iran, CrowdStrike may have the catalyst it needs to breakout to a new all-time highNASDAQ:CRWDNASDAQ:PANWRead CrowdStrike Eyes Breakout as Cyber Threats Boost DemandJune 24, 2025 5:37 AM ET3 Blockchain Stocks to Profit in a Decentralized WorldChris MarkochThe emergence of a new blockchain economy could be showing up in the recent price action with Bitcoin, here are three stocks that could lead the wayNASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:COINNASDAQ:RIOTRead 3 Blockchain Stocks to Profit in a Decentralized WorldJune 24, 2025 5:13 AM ETHSAs for Gym Memberships? 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Analysts Watch These Red FlagsJune 20, 2025 7:48 AM ETThese 3 Dividend Stocks Combine Strong Yields With UpsideChris MarkochThese three high-yield dividend stocks are well-positioned to deliver a strong return, making them attractive to both income and growth-oriented investorsNYSE:XOMNASDAQ:HASNYSE:PRGORead These 3 Dividend Stocks Combine Strong Yields With UpsideJune 20, 2025 6:04 AM ETMcDonald’s Is Down, But Long-Term Investors Can Still Take a BiteChris MarkochAnalysts are downgrading McDonald's and the stock may have further to fall, but as a long-term opportunity, it may be getting to a point of offering real valueNYSE:MCDNYSE:NVONYSE:LLYRead McDonald’s Is Down, But Long-Term Investors Can Still Take a BiteJune 20, 2025 5:08 AM ETRussell Rebalance: 3 Stocks Ready to Move HigherChris Markoch The Russell reconstitution is underway; here are three stocks that are garnering interest as stocks that could move up to the Russell 1000NASDAQ:SFMNASDAQ:INSMNASDAQ:FTAIRead Russell Rebalance: 3 Stocks Ready to Move HigherJune 18, 2025 11:29 AM ETTop 3 Silver Picks to Watch as Bull Market Gains SteamChris MarkochSilver has broken above $37 per ounce and may outperform gold in 2025; many investors are looking for stocks that are alternatives to owning physical silverNYSE:PAASNYSE:EXKNYSEARCA:SLVRead Top 3 Silver Picks to Watch as Bull Market Gains SteamJune 18, 2025 7:32 AM ETMicrosoft-OpenAI Rift May Cap Stock Upside PotentialChris MarkochTechnical signals signal that Microsoft stock may be due for a pullback; however, the company's dispute with OpenAI is likely to be a larger short-term headwindNASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:AAPLRead Microsoft-OpenAI Rift May Cap Stock Upside PotentialJune 17, 2025 5:02 AM ETIs CrowdStrike Stock Set to Break Out or Cool Off?Chris MarkochCrowdStrike stock is up over 55% from February lows; analysts remain bullish, but institutional hedging suggests there may be some hedging through the summerNASDAQ:CRWDNASDAQ:PLTRNYSE:GSRead Is CrowdStrike Stock Set to Break Out or Cool Off?June 16, 2025 12:51 PM ETPalantir Defies Bears, Leads S&P 500 in 2025Chris MarkochPalantir stock is trading near its new all-time high, continuing its standout 2025 rally; investors should view any pullback as a buying opportunityNASDAQ:PLTRRead Palantir Defies Bears, Leads S&P 500 in 2025June 15, 2025 5:45 AM ETRH Stock Rockets on Surprise Profit and Tariff ShiftChris MarkochRH stock charged higher after surprising investors with positive earnings and guidance that shows it's decreasing its reliance on ChinaNYSE:RHRead RH Stock Rockets on Surprise Profit and Tariff ShiftJune 13, 2025 6:41 AM ETSoFi Stock’s Next Test: Can It Justify Its Premium Valuation?Chris MarkochSOFI stock is up more than 25% in the last three months, but despite the company overcoming numerous obstacles, a P/E ratio of 40x may cap further upside NASDAQ:SOFINYSE:OPFINASDAQ:HOODRead SoFi Stock’s Next Test: Can It Justify Its Premium Valuation?June 12, 2025 8:36 AM ETStarbucks Stock: Culture Fix May Be Key to Long-Term GrowthChris MarkochSBUX stock may offer long-term value if the turnaround takes root,however financial and cultural headwinds may limit the stock gains in the short termNASDAQ:SBUXNYSE:GSRead Starbucks Stock: Culture Fix May Be Key to Long-Term GrowthJune 12, 2025 6:43 AM ET3 Summer Stocks With Insider Buying and Analyst SupportChris MarkochThese three consumer discretionary stocks have shown strong recent insider buying along with bullish analyst sentiment that supports a potential swing tradeNYSE:MODGNYSE:COOKNASDAQ:FLWSRead 3 Summer Stocks With Insider Buying and Analyst SupportLatest Articles Reviewed by Chris MarkochMay 28, 2024 6:46 AM ETIs Cigna Group the Nation's Best-Run Health Insurance Company?Jea YuCigna looks like a shining star as many health insurance companies fare poorly in 2024 due to higher Medicare Advantage (MA) expensesNYSE:CINYSE:HUMNYSE:UNHRead Is Cigna Group the Nation's Best-Run Health Insurance Company?May 28, 2024 6:05 AM ETIs Petco Health & Wellness Out of the Doghouse on an EPS beat?Jea YuAfter beating on earnings in its most recent earnings report, Petco Health and Wellness stock (WOOF) may be ready for a breakout momentNASDAQ:WOOFNYSE:CHWYNASDAQ:PETSRead Is Petco Health & Wellness Out of the Doghouse on an EPS beat?May 28, 2024 4:15 AM ET3 High-Yielding Oversold Stocks with Bullish RatingsRyan HassonThree oversold blue-chip stocks with attractive dividends and valuations, possessing bullish ratings from analysts, are TGT, LOW, and COPNYSE:TGTNYSE:COPNYSE:LOWRead 3 High-Yielding Oversold Stocks with Bullish RatingsMay 28, 2024 4:10 AM ETLi Auto Blows a Tire on EPS Miss and Lowered Guidance. Buy Opp?Jea Yu Li Auto stock may be ready to charge higher after the Chinese EV maker reported a surprise top and bottom line miss on its Q1 2024 earnings reportNASDAQ:LIOTCMKTS:BYDDFNYSE:NIORead Li Auto Blows a Tire on EPS Miss and Lowered Guidance. Buy Opp?May 28, 2024 4:05 AM ETLifeMD Can Surge on Its GLP-1 Offerings Jea YuLifeMD is a leading telehealth provider that investors should take note of; the company is entering the GLP-1 market, and its stock could soar as a resultNASDAQ:LFMDNYSE:NVONYSE:LLYRead LifeMD Can Surge on Its GLP-1 Offerings May 27, 2024 4:09 AM ETNorwegian Cruise Line Sets Sail on Record Bookings Raised EPSJea YuNorwegian Cruise Line stock is ready to set sail after raising its full-year 2024 EPS guidance for the second time in May 2024 ahead of its Investor DayNYSE:NCLHNYSE:RCLNYSE:CCLRead Norwegian Cruise Line Sets Sail on Record Bookings Raised EPSMay 27, 2024 4:04 AM ETThe Best EV Stock You Haven't ConsideredMarketbeat StaffDiscover how Albemarle, a global leader in lithium, is leveraging the booming electric vehicle market to drive substantial growthNYSE:ALBNASDAQ:TSLAOTCMKTS:BYDDYRead The Best EV Stock You Haven't ConsideredMay 23, 2024 4:20 AM ET3 High Beta Stocks to Beat a Low VIXGabriel Osorio-MazilliThese three stocks offer investors a way to get a more exciting ride out of the stock market, especially as a currently low VIX offers little price actionNYSE:RHNYSE:WNYSE:BROSRead 3 High Beta Stocks to Beat a Low VIXMay 23, 2024 4:15 AM ETAnalog Devices Extends Rally: Signals Start to Cyclical RecoveryThomas HughesDividend-paying Analog Devices is indicating the start of a cyclical recovery in the semiconductor markets that will drive results for the next few yearsNASDAQ:ADIRead Analog Devices Extends Rally: Signals Start to Cyclical RecoveryMay 22, 2024 4:30 AM ETThe Only A-Rated Stock with a 7%+ DividendMarketBeat StaffThis pipeline company benefits from a 'toll-both' business model amid a boom in production volume - and growing distributionsNYSE:EPDRead The Only A-Rated Stock with a 7%+ DividendMay 22, 2024 4:20 AM ET3 Financial Stocks Outperforming as The Fed Dumps BondsGabriel Osorio-MazilliFinancial stocks are outperforming this cycle, all thanks to the Fed's path to keeping interest rates higher; analysts agree there's double-digit upsideNYSE:GSNYSE:JPMNASDAQ:AMTDRead 3 Financial Stocks Outperforming as The Fed Dumps BondsMay 22, 2024 4:10 AM ETSportradar Rides the Sports Betting Trend From Behind the CurtainJea YuInvestors have been pouring into sports betting stocks, but they may be missing out on Sportradar Group which is the engine that drives the industryNASDAQ:SRADNASDAQ:DKNGNYSE:FLUTRead Sportradar Rides the Sports Betting Trend From Behind the CurtainMay 22, 2024 4:05 AM ETDoximity is the Facebook and LinkedIn of the Medical CommunityJea YuDoximity stock is surging as analysts and investors are taking note of the cloud-based digital platform's strong revenue and earnings growthNASDAQ:DOCSNYSE:TDOCNYSE:AMWLRead Doximity is the Facebook and LinkedIn of the Medical CommunityMay 21, 2024 4:25 AM ETInternational Game Technology Isn’t Playing Games With Guidance Jea YuIGT stock is surging higher as the company plans to merge with Everi to form a one-stop shop that offers land-based gaming, sports betting, iGaming and fintechNYSE:IGTNYSE:EVRINASDAQ:LNWRead International Game Technology Isn’t Playing Games With Guidance May 21, 2024 4:20 AM ETArista Networks Advances the Era of AI and Microperimeters Jea YuArista Networks is outperforming other networking companies due to its early adoption of microsegmentation and microperimeters in data center environmentsNYSE:ANETNASDAQ:CSCONYSE:JNPRRead Arista Networks Advances the Era of AI and Microperimeters May 21, 2024 4:15 AM ETGrab Holdings: It’s Time to Snatch Up Shares While They’re Cheap Jea YuGrab Holdings is a penny stock, but its recent performance and guidance show investors that it may be too cheap to pass upNASDAQ:GRABNYSE:UBERNASDAQ:DASHRead Grab Holdings: It’s Time to Snatch Up Shares While They’re Cheap May 21, 2024 4:05 AM ET2 Stocks Providing Medical Insurance for Your Pets Jea YuHere are two pet health insurance stocks that investors can watch for as pet owners seek ways to mitigate the medical costs of aging petsNASDAQ:TRUPNYSE:LMNDRead 2 Stocks Providing Medical Insurance for Your Pets May 20, 2024 6:09 AM ET3 Stocks That Look Like Chipotle in the Early Days Jea YuIf you missed getting in on Chipotle Mexican Grill, these three restaurant stocks may provide an opportunity for you to take another bite at the sectorNYSE:CAVANYSE:SGNASDAQ:KRUSRead 3 Stocks That Look Like Chipotle in the Early Days May 20, 2024 6:04 AM ETDole is a Tasty Low Hanging Treat for Value Hunters Jea YuDole is providing a tasty combination of slow and steady growth that appeals to value investors at a time when the stock market continues to look overvaluedNYSE:DOLENYSE:FDPNYSE:TGTRead Dole is a Tasty Low Hanging Treat for Value Hunters May 20, 2024 4:25 AM ETCanada Goose Flies Higher Driven By DTC GrowthJea YuLuxury apparel manufacturer Canada Goose Holdings shares shot 15% higher on a strong earnings report highlighted by growth in its DTC businessNYSE:GOOSTSE:GOOSNYSE:TPRRead Canada Goose Flies Higher Driven By DTC GrowthMay 20, 2024 4:20 AM ETCVS Health Stock Has a Silver Lining Called Value Jea YuAs integrated healthcare retailer and insurer CVS Health prioritizes profits, it presents investors with a value not seen in yearsNYSE:CVSNASDAQ:WBANYSE:WMTRead CVS Health Stock Has a Silver Lining Called Value May 20, 2024 4:15 AM ETMagnificent 7 Still Magnificent as the Halfway Mark Approaches?Ryan HassonAs we approach the midpoint of 2024, it's a great moment to revisit the performance of the "Magnificent Seven" giants and their evolving market narrativesNASDAQ:METANASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:GOOGLRead Magnificent 7 Still Magnificent as the Halfway Mark Approaches?May 20, 2024 4:10 AM ET3 Vital Copper Stocks Helping EVs and AI Data Centers Take OffGabriel Osorio-MazilliThree copper stocks could help investors get additional upside for their portfolios, especially if they are missing influence from the AI and EV trendsNYSE:NEMNYSE:ERONYSE:HBMRead 3 Vital Copper Stocks Helping EVs and AI Data Centers Take OffMay 20, 2024 4:05 AM ETWarren Buffett's Mystery Stock Was Just RevealedRyan HassonOn Wednesday, regulatory filings revealed that Berkshire Hathaway had quietly amassed a substantial $6.7 billion position in Chubb (NYSE: CB)NYSE:BRK.BNYSE:BRK.ANYSE:CBRead Warren Buffett's Mystery Stock Was Just RevealedVideos with Chris Markoch Page 1 of 41 1234567 Earlier › Earliest » Get 30 Days of MarketBeat All Access for Free Sign up for MarketBeat All Access to gain access to MarketBeat's full suite of research tools. 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