Claire Shefchik, Contributing Author at MarketBeat About The Author Claire ShefchikContributing AuthorEnergy, CommoditiesExperienceClaire Shefchik has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023.Areas of ExpertiseFinance, businessEducationBachelor of Arts in Writing, University of Arizona; Master of Fine Arts in Writing, Sarah Lawrence CollegePast ExperienceBusiness editor, BVI Beacon, senior writer, Business BVILearn About MarketBeat's Editorial Guidelines and Standards PolicyLatest Articles by Claire ShefchikJuly 5, 2024 7:00 AM ETNasdaq vs. Dow Jones: A Detailed Breakdown of Stock IndexesClaire ShefchikNasdaq focuses on tech and growth stocks, offering high returns with higher volatility. Dow covers diverse sectors, providing steadier, lower-risk performance.Read Nasdaq vs. Dow Jones: A Detailed Breakdown of Stock IndexesJune 26, 2024 7:00 AM ETHow to Short Nasdaq: An Easy-to-Follow GuideClaire ShefchikLearn how to short Nasdaq with our easy-to-follow guide. Understand the basics, strategies, risks, and tips for successfully shorting Nasdaq stocks.Read How to Short Nasdaq: An Easy-to-Follow GuideJune 20, 2024 7:00 AM ETCostco Split History: Is it Time for Costco to Split Again?Claire ShefchikExplore Costco's stock split history and analyze whether it's the right time for another split. Learn about the impact on shareholders and market performance.NASDAQ:COSTRead Costco Split History: Is it Time for Costco to Split Again?June 10, 2024 2:00 PM ETOur Comprehensive Risk Tolerance AssessmentClaire ShefchikHow will you handle potential losses when the market goes up or down? Take our risk tolerance assessment to find our what's best for your investment strategy.Read Our Comprehensive Risk Tolerance AssessmentApril 15, 2024 7:25 AM ETWhen Will the Next Bull Market Be?Claire ShefchikA solid understanding of bull markets can bring some clarity and help you make well-informed choices. So let's delve into the science behind bull markets.Read When Will the Next Bull Market Be?March 21, 2024 8:22 AM ETLongest Bear Market in History Plus 7 Other Bear Market FactsClaire ShefchikWhat's the longest bear market in U.S. history? Learn the longest bear market in U.S. history and other facts to help you invest.Read Longest Bear Market in History Plus 7 Other Bear Market FactsMarch 15, 2024 8:01 AM ETUnlock the Potential: Smart Strategies to Invest in CybersecurityClaire ShefchikInvesting in cybersecurity involves protecting systems, networks and programs from digital attacks. Learn how to invest in cybersecurity with MarketBeat. NYSE:CNYSE:MSRead Unlock the Potential: Smart Strategies to Invest in CybersecurityMarch 8, 2024 10:48 AM ETHow to Invest in Casino Stocks: Pros and Cons and MoreClaire ShefchikReady to invest in the heady world of casino stocks? Learn how to invest in casino stocks and “Sin City” with MarketBeat.NASDAQ:CHDNNASDAQ:DKNGNYSE:IGTRead How to Invest in Casino Stocks: Pros and Cons and MoreMarch 8, 2024 9:43 AM ETHow to Invest in Cannabis in 8 Easy StepsClaire ShefchikHow do you invest in cannabis? Let MarketBeat guide you on how to invest in cannabis, from understanding the risks to choosing a cannabis company. NYSE:LEARead How to Invest in Cannabis in 8 Easy StepsMarch 7, 2024 12:00 PM ETCan You Invest in ChatGPT Stock? Find Out HereClaire ShefchikWhat is ChatGPT stock? OpenAI's ChatGPT has fueled investor interest in artificial intelligence (AI). Learn more about AI with MarketBeat.NASDAQ:BOTZNYSEARCA:IRBONASDAQ:MSFTRead Can You Invest in ChatGPT Stock? Find Out HereMarch 1, 2024 8:41 AM ETYour Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Bank StocksClaire ShefchikBank stocks can offer steady dividend investments. Learn more about investing in bank stocks, particularly during economic downturns and banking crises.NYSE:ALLYNYSE:BACNYSEAMERICAN:CCFRead Your Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Bank StocksFebruary 19, 2024 9:56 AM ETInvesting in agriculture 101: How to invest in agricultureClaire ShefchikInvesting in agriculture doesn’t mean hopping on a tractor yourself. You can choose from many investment options. Learn how to invest in agriculture. NYSE:ADMNYSE:DENYSEARCA:DBARead Investing in agriculture 101: How to invest in agricultureFebruary 19, 2024 9:08 AM ETBest restaurant stocks to buy now Claire ShefchikLooking for the best restaurant stocks to buy now? Research your options with MarketBeat, as we feature the best restaurant stocks to consider right now.NYSEARCA:AKOTCMKTS:CMG.BNYSE:CMGRead Best restaurant stocks to buy now February 8, 2024 8:52 AM ETThe 5 best small cap AI companies to buy nowClaire ShefchikSmall-cap AI stocks represent companies with smaller market capitalizations. Learn more about our top picks for the best small-cap AI stocks to buy now.NASDAQ:MARKNASDAQ:GFAINASDAQ:SOUNRead The 5 best small cap AI companies to buy nowJanuary 31, 2024 10:14 AM ET7 best bear market ETFs to battle a declineClaire ShefchikWhile there’s no guaranteed hedge against a bear market, you can learn more about various options available to you, including bear market ETFs. Learn more. NYSEARCA:TZANASDAQ:TLTNASDAQ:SQQQRead 7 best bear market ETFs to battle a declineJanuary 25, 2024 11:01 AM ET5 best fintech banks to invest in nowClaire ShefchikOnline banks combine finance and technology. Should you invest in these digital assets? Learn more about the best fintech banks to invest in now.NASDAQ:SOFINYSE:DFSNASDAQ:ONRead 5 best fintech banks to invest in nowJanuary 19, 2024 10:24 AM ETHow to invest in wheat: Is it a hedge against inflation?Claire ShefchikWheat, one of the world’s foremost commodities, is often used as an inflation hedge and for portfolio diversification. Learn more about how to invest in wheat.NASDAQ:EXA)NYSE:ADMNYSE:BGRead How to invest in wheat: Is it a hedge against inflation?January 18, 2024 9:00 AM ETWhat does consumer price index measure? Claire ShefchikWhat does the Consumer Price Index measure? It measures the average change over time in the prices consumers pay for goods and services. Learn more. Read What does consumer price index measure? January 17, 2024 12:10 PM ETWill airline stocks recover? What is the outlook?Claire ShefchikWill airline stock recover from pre-pandemic highs — ever? Learn more about the various airlines and how they’ve handled the recovery in a complex environment.NYSE:DALNASDAQ:AALOTCMKTS:AAMRQRead Will airline stocks recover? What is the outlook?January 12, 2024 12:12 PM ETWhat are dividend payment dates?Claire ShefchikWhat are dividend payment dates? The payment date is the day a company pays its eligible shareholders dividends. Learn more. NYSE:GENYSE:JNJNYSE:PFERead What are dividend payment dates?January 12, 2024 10:18 AM ETHow to calculate stock growth Claire ShefchikStocks can help your portfolio grow. Learn how to calculate stock growth rates to get the most out of your investment with MarketBeat.NASDAQ:AAPLRead How to calculate stock growth January 11, 2024 10:39 AM ET7 best hotel REITs to buy nowClaire ShefchikInterested in investing in hotel REITs? Hospitality REITs invest in real estate, but short-term leases like one night at a hotel. Learn more.NYSE:DRHNYSE:PEBNYSE:RHRead 7 best hotel REITs to buy nowJanuary 5, 2024 10:00 AM ETCentral bank digital currency: What it is and how to investClaire ShefchikHow do you invest in central bank digital currency? We’ll show you how to invest in central bank digital currency, step by step. Read Central bank digital currency: What it is and how to investJanuary 4, 2024 10:16 AM ETIs Delta Air Lines stock a buy? Claire ShefchikIs Delta Airlines stock a buy? 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