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Claire Shefchik, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Claire Shefchik
About The Author

Claire Shefchik

Contributing Author

Energy, Commodities

Experience

Claire Shefchik has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023.

Areas of Expertise

Finance, business

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Writing, University of Arizona; Master of Fine Arts in Writing, Sarah Lawrence College

Past Experience

Business editor, BVI Beacon, senior writer, Business BVI

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Latest Articles by Claire Shefchik

Abstract photo of stock market: silver pie charts and graphs.
July 5, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Nasdaq vs. Dow Jones: A Detailed Breakdown of Stock Indexes

Claire Shefchik

Nasdaq 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 Indexes
Photo of a candle stick graph chart showing Short Selling Buy Sell. How to Short Nasdaq
June 26, 2024 7:00 AM ET

How to Short Nasdaq: An Easy-to-Follow Guide

Claire Shefchik

Learn 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 Guide
Photo of a Costco shopping card full of food and goods, and a person holding a Costoc membership card. Is it time for Costco to issue another stock split?
June 20, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Costco Split History: Is it Time for Costco to Split Again?

Claire Shefchik

Explore 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:COST
Read Costco Split History: Is it Time for Costco to Split Again?
Photo of a man turning a risk selector button. Risk assessment is key to making sound investment decisions.
June 10, 2024 2:00 PM ET

Our Comprehensive Risk Tolerance Assessment

Claire Shefchik

How 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 Assessment
Photo of a bull and a stock market chat, when will the next bull market be?
April 15, 2024 7:25 AM ET

When Will the Next Bull Market Be?

Claire Shefchik

A 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.

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Sign of a bear market ahead
March 21, 2024 8:22 AM ET

Longest Bear Market in History Plus 7 Other Bear Market Facts

Claire Shefchik

What'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 Facts
Businessman using cybersecurity on his computer; learning how to invest in cybersecurity
March 15, 2024 8:01 AM ET

Unlock the Potential: Smart Strategies to Invest in Cybersecurity

Claire Shefchik

Investing in cybersecurity involves protecting systems, networks and programs from digital attacks. Learn how to invest in cybersecurity with MarketBeat.

NYSE:CNYSE:MS
Read Unlock the Potential: Smart Strategies to Invest in Cybersecurity
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March 8, 2024 10:48 AM ET

How to Invest in Casino Stocks: Pros and Cons and More

Claire Shefchik

Ready to invest in the heady world of casino stocks? Learn how to invest in casino stocks and “Sin City” with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:CHDNNASDAQ:DKNGNYSE:IGT
Read How to Invest in Casino Stocks: Pros and Cons and More
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March 8, 2024 9:43 AM ET

How to Invest in Cannabis in 8 Easy Steps

Claire Shefchik

How 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:LEA
Read How to Invest in Cannabis in 8 Easy Steps
ChatGPT (OpenAI) logo is displayed on a smartphone screen
March 7, 2024 12:00 PM ET

Can You Invest in ChatGPT Stock? Find Out Here

Claire Shefchik

What is ChatGPT stock? OpenAI's ChatGPT has fueled investor interest in artificial intelligence (AI). Learn more about AI with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:BOTZNYSEARCA:IRBONASDAQ:MSFT
Read Can You Invest in ChatGPT Stock? Find Out Here
Image of superhero banker investing in bank stocks
March 1, 2024 8:41 AM ET

Your Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Bank Stocks

Claire Shefchik

Bank stocks can offer steady dividend investments. Learn more about investing in bank stocks, particularly during economic downturns and banking crises.

NYSE:ALLYNYSE:BACNYSEAMERICAN:CCF
Read Your Comprehensive Guide to Investing in Bank Stocks
Image of a farm with a corn crop in front of a barn; how to invest in agriculture overview
February 19, 2024 9:56 AM ET

Investing in agriculture 101: How to invest in agriculture

Claire Shefchik

Investing 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:DBA
Read Investing in agriculture 101: How to invest in agriculture
Image of fine dining setup in a restaurant; learn more about the best restaurant stocks to buy now
February 19, 2024 9:08 AM ET

Best restaurant stocks to buy now 

Claire Shefchik

Looking 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:CMG
Read Best restaurant stocks to buy now 
The 5 best small cap AI companies to buy now
February 8, 2024 8:52 AM ET

The 5 best small cap AI companies to buy now

Claire Shefchik

Small-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:SOUN
Read The 5 best small cap AI companies to buy now
7 best bear market ETFs to battle a decline
January 31, 2024 10:14 AM ET

7 best bear market ETFs to battle a decline

Claire Shefchik

While 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:SQQQ
Read 7 best bear market ETFs to battle a decline
5 best fintech banks to invest in now
January 25, 2024 11:01 AM ET

5 best fintech banks to invest in now

Claire Shefchik

Online 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:ON
Read 5 best fintech banks to invest in now
How to invest in wheat: Is it a hedge against inflation?
January 19, 2024 10:24 AM ET

How to invest in wheat: Is it a hedge against inflation?

Claire Shefchik

Wheat, 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:BG
Read How to invest in wheat: Is it a hedge against inflation?
What does consumer price index measure?
January 18, 2024 9:00 AM ET

What does consumer price index measure?

Claire Shefchik

What does the Consumer Price Index measure? It measures the average change over time in the prices consumers pay for goods and services. Learn more.

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Will airline stocks recover? What is the outlook?
January 17, 2024 12:10 PM ET

Will airline stocks recover? What is the outlook?

Claire Shefchik

Will 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:AAMRQ
Read Will airline stocks recover? What is the outlook?
Dividend payment dates calendar
January 12, 2024 12:12 PM ET

What are dividend payment dates?

Claire Shefchik

What are dividend payment dates? The payment date is the day a company pays its eligible shareholders dividends. Learn more.

NYSE:GENYSE:JNJNYSE:PFE
Read What are dividend payment dates?
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January 12, 2024 10:18 AM ET

How to calculate stock growth

Claire Shefchik

Stocks can help your portfolio grow. Learn how to calculate stock growth rates to get the most out of your investment with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:AAPL
Read How to calculate stock growth
Hotel by the ocean; Overview of Hotel REITs
January 11, 2024 10:39 AM ET

7 best hotel REITs to buy now

Claire Shefchik

Interested 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:RH
Read 7 best hotel REITs to buy now
Using a futuristic smartphone to invest in central bank digital currency.
January 5, 2024 10:00 AM ET

Central bank digital currency: What it is and how to invest

Claire Shefchik

How 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 invest
Image of Delta plane; learn more about whether you should buy Delta Air Lines stock
January 4, 2024 10:16 AM ET

Is Delta Air Lines stock a buy?

Claire Shefchik

Is Delta Airlines stock a buy? Learn more about Delta Airlines has handled the recovery after the pandemic in a complex demand and supply environment.

NYSE:DALNYSE:LEANYSE:BA
Read Is Delta Air Lines stock a buy?