Jessica Mitacek, Associate Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

About The Editor

Jessica Mitacek

Associate Editor & Contributing Author

Market Analysis and Research

Experience

Jessica Mitacek has been an associate editor & contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023.

Areas of Expertise

Market analysis and research, technology, retail

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English & Spanish, University of Vermont

Past Experience

Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds, long/short equities, distressed debt, investor relations

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Latest Articles by Jessica Mitacek

March 14, 2024 8:51 AM ET

Mastering Stocks in the Dow: Insights into the DJIA

Jessica Mitacek

What is the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)? The Dow Jones Industrial Average includes 30 companies, once all industrial companies. Learn more.

NYSE:AXPNASDAQ:AMGNNASDAQ:AAPL

March 7, 2024 10:00 AM ET

Here's How to Dip into Chinese Stocks if You Live in the U.S.

Jessica Mitacek

Wondering how to invest in Chinese stocks? China has the globe’s largest population and second-largest economy when measured by GDP.

NYSE:BABANASDAQ:BIDUOTCMKTS:TCEHY

February 29, 2024 10:57 AM ET

How to Get in on the Blockchain Boom with Blockchain Stocks

Jessica Mitacek

Blockchain stocks offer a plethora of investment opportunities. Learn how to invest in blockchain stocks and take advantage of the blockchain boom.

NASDAQ:RIOTNASDAQ:OSTKNASDAQ:COIN

February 23, 2024 9:50 AM ET

How to invest in apparel stocks

Jessica Mitacek

If you’re interested in investing in clothing, consider investing in apparel stocks. Learn more about how to invest in apparel stocks with MarketBeat.

NYSE:ANFOTCMKTS:ADDYYNYSE:AEO

February 13, 2024 10:51 AM ET

What Are Earnings Reports?

Jessica Mitacek

Earnings reports are part of the legal requirements that publicly held companies follow when disclosing their company performance, issued quarterly.

NYSE:ANNNASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:LEA

January 31, 2024 9:27 AM ET

10 best sugar stocks to buy now

Jessica Mitacek

No individual sugar-producing companies trade on major U.S. stock exchanges, so should you invest? Learn more about the best sugar stocks to buy on MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:KRFT)CNSX:AGRONYSE:AGRO

January 4, 2024 12:06 PM ET

Is American Airlines a good stock to buy?

Jessica Mitacek

Is American Airlines a good stock to buy? Here’s an analysis of the nation’s largest airline carrier to help you decide if American Airlines is a buy or sell.

NASDAQ:AALNASDAQ:UALNYSE:DAL

December 29, 2023 11:50 AM ET

Do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise?

Jessica Mitacek

Rising interest rates usually negatively affect the stock market, but do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise? Learn more with MarketBeat.

NYSE:BACNASDAQ:MOVE

December 14, 2023 11:52 AM ET

3 home improvement stocks to renovate your portfolio

Jessica Mitacek

Are home improvement stocks the way forward? Learn more about whether or not home improvement stocks make sense for your portfolio with MarketBeat.

NYSE:LOWNYSE:HDNYSE:SHW

December 14, 2023 10:53 AM ET

What is consumer discretionary?

Jessica Mitacek

What is consumer discretionary? In a strong economy, consumers spend more on consumer discretionary products. Learn more with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:EXANASDAQ:AMZNOTCMKTS:CMG.B

December 14, 2023 10:03 AM ET

Comparing IRA vs. CD vs. money market accounts

Jessica Mitacek

What are the differences between an IRA, CD and money market account? Learn more about a IRA vs CD vs money market account with MarketBeat.

November 6, 2023 9:15 AM ET

There’s nothing artificial about NVIDIA’s relationship with AI

Jessica Mitacek

NVIDIA shares have skyrocketed over 220% so far this year, mainly thanks to increased interest in artificial intelligence, causing demand to for chips soar.

NASDAQ:NVDA

August 29, 2023 10:25 AM ET

What Is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?

Jessica Mitacek

Learn what the Consumer Price Index is, how it's calculated, and why it matters for inflation, cost of living, and economic health.

July 28, 2023 8:30 AM ET

7 Best Industrial REITs to Buy Now

Jessica Mitacek

Industrial REITs focus on storage, logistics or other types of industrial applications. Learn more about investing in industrial REITs and the best to buy.

NYSE:CTSE:DIR.UNTSE:DIR

May 30, 2023 11:00 PM ET

Top Biotech Stocks: Exploring Innovation Opportunities

Jessica Mitacek

One fascinating sector to invest in is the biotech sector which includes companies involved in the research and development of therapeutics and vaccines

NYSEARCA:SBIONASDAQ:AMGNNASDAQ:BMRN

May 10, 2023 9:38 AM ET

How to Invest in E-Commerce: A Guide

Jessica Mitacek

Investing in e-commerce involves exploring opportunities in online retail marketplaces and technologies to capitalize on the sector's continued growth.

NASDAQ:EXANASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:CDNS

Latest Articles Reviewed by Jessica Mitacek

January 16, 2025 3:15 PM ET

What Does an Underperform Rating Mean?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Discover what an Underperform rating means, how it compares to other analyst ratings, and how investors can use it to adjust their portfolios wisely.

January 15, 2025 12:52 PM ET

How Do Stock Buybacks Affect Shareholders?

Sarah Horvath

Discover how stock buybacks influence shareholders, boost stock value, alter dividends, and shape market dynamics. Learn the risks and benefits for investors.

January 15, 2025 10:35 AM ET

What Is a Stock Buyback?

Sarah Horvath

This article defines a stock buyback, explains how they work, the pros and cons and why these purchases are controversial.

January 7, 2025 1:14 PM ET

What Is Short Selling?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Short selling allows investors to profit from falling stock prices but carries risks, requiring careful planning and risk management.

January 6, 2025 5:25 AM ET

3 Must-Have Dividend Kings for 2025

Sam Quirke

While individual opportunities for strong share appreciation remain, a fresh focus area for 2025 might be dividend-paying stocks.

NYSE:MONYSE:PMNYSE:VZ

January 1, 2025 5:45 AM ET

Work and Play: Investing in the Rise of Bleisure Travel

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Bleisure travel offers new prospects for airlines, hotels, and booking platforms to grow their revenue, specifically JetBlue, Hilton, and Booking Holdings.

NASDAQ:JBLUNYSE:HLTNASDAQ:BKNG

December 31, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Why 2024 Was Great for Stocks—and Why 2025 Could Be Even Better

Chris Markoch

Stocks soared in 2024, and 2025 could be even stronger. Let's look at key trends, government policies, and sectors poised for growth in the year ahead.

December 30, 2024 9:23 AM ET

Micron: Why Now Is the Time to Be Brave

Sam Quirke

While Micron shares looks far removed from their June highs, there are several reasons investors should be getting excited.

NASDAQ:MU

December 30, 2024 7:55 AM ET

3 Reasons Costco Stock Will Have More Room to Run in 2025

Chris Markoch

Costco stock is still up about 42% in 2024 and despite sticky inflation there are several reasons to believe that COST stock is still a buy.

NASDAQ:COSTNYSE:WMT

December 30, 2024 7:38 AM ET

Rev Up Your Portfolio: 3 Hot RV Stocks to Watch in 2025

Jea Yu

Learn which RV manufacturer offers the best growth and value for bullish investors in 2025: Thor, Winnebago, or REV Group.

NYSE:THONYSE:MPXNYSE:TPR

December 26, 2024 6:00 AM ET

3 Stocks With Rising Prices That Are Likely to Split in 2025

Thomas Hughes

Casey's General Stores, Broadcom, and Costco are high on the list of stocks that might split in 2025 because of a high and rising share price.

NASDAQ:CASYNASDAQ:COSTNASDAQ:AVGO

December 25, 2024 5:45 AM ET

2 Drone Stocks Surging from Increased Media Attention

Jea Yu

Discover why Red Cat and Ambarella stocks are surging, driven by drone tech innovation, AI advancements, and military contracts. Are these buying opportunities?

NASDAQ:RCATNASDAQ:AMBANASDAQ:PLTR

December 24, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Could the Mysterious Drone Sightings Be eVTOL Air Taxis?

Jea Yu

Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation are 2 air taxi companies in the aerospace sector with eVTOLs that fit the described sightings in the Northeast United States.

NYSE:JOBYNYSE:DALNYSE:ACHR

December 24, 2024 5:15 AM ET

The Future of Innovation: 3 Tech Stocks to Watch

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Confluent, SentinelOne, and Coupang are transforming data management, security, and e-commerce with innovative solutions and impressive growth.

NASDAQ:CFLTNYSE:SNYSE:CPNG

December 24, 2024 5:00 AM ET

AI and Automation: The Next Industrial Revolution

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

The integration of AI with industrial automation is poised to enhance efficiency, creating substantial growth in the automation solutions sector.

NYSE:ROKNYSE:ABBNY

December 23, 2024 6:45 AM ET

Market Overreaction: 2 Stocks to Buy on the Way Down

Jea Yu

Discover key insights into Nike's turnaround strategy and Synopsys' AI-driven growth, including challenges from market headwinds and geopolitical tensions.

NYSE:NKENYSE:ONONNYSE:FL

December 23, 2024 6:30 AM ET

Is Warner Bros. Discovery Stock a Buy After Recent Drop?

Leo Miller

Warner Bros. Discovery announced plans to make big changes to the organization of its business. Is the stock a buy after this news?

NASDAQ:CMCSANASDAQ:WBD

December 19, 2024 3:25 PM ET

What Does a Sell Rating Mean?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Discover what a Sell rating means, why analysts issue it, and how investors can use this rating to make informed decisions.

December 12, 2024 1:25 PM ET

WallStreetBets: How a Reddit Forum Shook Up Stock Market Dynamics

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Discover how WallStreetBets transformed investing, from meme stocks like GameStop to market disruptions, regulatory scrutiny, and high-risk trading strategies.

December 9, 2024 12:50 PM ET

How to Master Trading Discipline: Overcome Emotional Challenges

Sarah Horvath

Learn how to master trading discipline with strategies to manage emotions, stick to your plan, and make smarter decisions for consistent success.

December 6, 2024 12:02 PM ET

Trinity Capital CEO on Leading Private Credit’s High-Yield Growth

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Trinity Capital's diversified portfolio and healthy growth trajectory fuel impressive dividend yields, making it an attractive income play for investors.

NASDAQ:TRIN

December 6, 2024 7:00 AM ET

10 Safe Investments with High Returns

Dan Schmidt

Discover 10 safe investment options offering high returns, from high-yield savings to REITs. Learn how to balance safety and growth in your portfolio.

NYSE:ANN

December 5, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Top Tax-Efficient Investments to Maximize Your Wealth

Dan Schmidt

Discover top tax-free and tax-advantaged investments, including municipal bonds, Roth IRAs, and HSAs, to grow your wealth while minimizing taxes.

December 4, 2024 7:00 AM ET

What Is Fixed Income?

Sarah Horvath

Learn about fixed-income investments, their benefits, risks, and how they provide steady returns while diversifying and stabilizing your investment portfolio.

Reports by Jessica Mitacek

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Jessica Mitacek, Associate Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Jessica Mitacek

Associate Editor & Contributing Author

Experience

Areas of Expertise

Education

Past Experience

Latest Articles by Jessica Mitacek

Mastering Stocks in the Dow: Insights into the DJIA

Here's How to Dip into Chinese Stocks if You Live in the U.S.

How to Get in on the Blockchain Boom with Blockchain Stocks

How to invest in apparel stocks

What Are Earnings Reports?

10 best sugar stocks to buy now

Is American Airlines a good stock to buy?

Do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise?

3 home improvement stocks to renovate your portfolio

What is consumer discretionary?

Comparing IRA vs. CD vs. money market accounts

There’s nothing artificial about NVIDIA’s relationship with AI

What Is the Consumer Price Index (CPI)?

7 Best Industrial REITs to Buy Now

Top Biotech Stocks: Exploring Innovation Opportunities

How to Invest in E-Commerce: A Guide

Latest Articles Reviewed by Jessica Mitacek

What Does an Underperform Rating Mean?

How Do Stock Buybacks Affect Shareholders?

What Is a Stock Buyback?

What Is Short Selling?

3 Must-Have Dividend Kings for 2025

Work and Play: Investing in the Rise of Bleisure Travel

Why 2024 Was Great for Stocks—and Why 2025 Could Be Even Better

Micron: Why Now Is the Time to Be Brave

3 Reasons Costco Stock Will Have More Room to Run in 2025

Rev Up Your Portfolio: 3 Hot RV Stocks to Watch in 2025

3 Stocks With Rising Prices That Are Likely to Split in 2025

2 Drone Stocks Surging from Increased Media Attention

Could the Mysterious Drone Sightings Be eVTOL Air Taxis?

The Future of Innovation: 3 Tech Stocks to Watch

AI and Automation: The Next Industrial Revolution

Market Overreaction: 2 Stocks to Buy on the Way Down

Is Warner Bros. Discovery Stock a Buy After Recent Drop?

What Does a Sell Rating Mean?

WallStreetBets: How a Reddit Forum Shook Up Stock Market Dynamics

How to Master Trading Discipline: Overcome Emotional Challenges

Trinity Capital CEO on Leading Private Credit’s High-Yield Growth

10 Safe Investments with High Returns

Top Tax-Efficient Investments to Maximize Your Wealth

What Is Fixed Income?

Reports by Jessica Mitacek

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