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John Smith

Financial Writer at InvestorStack

John is a financial analyst and investing educator with over 10 years of experience in the markets.

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Articles by John Smith

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Iridium Shares Surge 15% as Satellite Acquisition Rumors Spark Sector Rally

Iridium Communications jumped 15% Thursday as satellite sector rallies on Amazon-Globalstar acquisition reports, highlighting growing strategic value of space-based networks.

·3 min read
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Lindsay Corporation Shares Fall After Missing Q1 Revenue Expectations by 4.2%

Lindsay Corporation's Q1 revenue fell 15.7% to $157.7M, missing estimates by 4.2%, while EPS of $1.15 significantly underperformed the $1.69 consensus forecast.

·3 min read
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Coherent Stock Surges 7.2% on S&P 500 Addition and AI Technology Momentum

Coherent stock jumps 7.2% following S&P 500 inclusion and growing momentum in AI infrastructure markets, with new 400 Gbps silicon photonics technology driving investor interest.

·3 min read
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Three Major Companies Face Growth Headwinds as Size Becomes Burden

Analysis reveals concerning performance trends at three major companies - Honeywell, Waste Connections, and Citigroup - as their substantial size creates growth obstacles.

·3 min read
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Nvidia's 19% Decline Sparks Valuation Debate as AI Giant Trades at $4.07 Trillion

Nvidia stock drops 19% from October highs, sparking valuation debate as the $4.07 trillion AI chipmaker shows strong growth metrics and potential China revenue recovery.

·3 min read
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Small-Cap Stock Analysis: Examining Three Companies with Divergent Performance Trends in 2026

Analysis of three small-cap stocks reveals contrasting performance trends, highlighting the importance of fundamental analysis in this volatile market segment.

·4 min read
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Three Mega-Cap Companies Showing Warning Signs: NSC, GEHC, and CVS Under Scrutiny

Three large-cap stocks - Norfolk Southern, GE HealthCare, and CVS Health - are showing troubling fundamental weaknesses including stagnant growth and declining margins.

·4 min read
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Meta Platforms Emerges as Magnificent Seven's Most Affordable Option Amid AI Infrastructure Spending Surge

Meta Platforms trades at the lowest valuation among Magnificent Seven stocks despite massive AI spending plans, creating potential value opportunity for risk-tolerant investors.

·4 min read
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Small-Cap Vanguard ETF Shows Relative Strength Amid Market Turbulence in 2026

The Vanguard Russell 2000 ETF stays flat while major indices decline over 5% in 2026, as domestic small-cap companies benefit from geopolitical tensions and favorable policies.

·4 min read
GUIDE

How to Read Financial Statements: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide for 2026

Master financial statement analysis with this comprehensive guide. Learn to read income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements, calculate key ratios, and spot red flags that could save you from costly investment mistakes.

·12 min read
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The Psychology of Investing: Why You Keep Buying High and Selling Low

Discover why smart investors consistently make irrational decisions and learn evidence-based strategies to overcome the psychological biases that sabotage investment success.

·19 min read
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How Stock Exchanges Actually Work: A Complete Guide to Trading Mechanics in 2026

Discover how stock exchanges really work, from the moment you click 'buy' to settlement. Learn about market makers, order flow, NYSE vs NASDAQ, dark pools, and the mechanics behind every trade.

·16 min read
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Technical Analysis for Beginners: The Only 5 Indicators You Need

Master technical analysis with just 5 essential indicators: Moving Averages, RSI, MACD, Volume, and Bollinger Bands. Learn what each measures, when they work best, and how to combine them for reliable trading signals.

·12 min read
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Understanding P/E Ratios: A Complete Visual Guide for Smart Investing

Master P/E ratios with real examples from Apple, Tesla, Microsoft & Amazon. Learn trailing vs forward P/E, sector benchmarks, calculation methods, and critical limitations.

·11 min read
Crypto Portfolio Diversification: Beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum
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Crypto Portfolio Diversification: Beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum

Learn how to build a diversified crypto portfolio that extends beyond Bitcoin and Ethereum. Explore allocation strategies across sectors including DeFi, Layer 2s, and emerging narratives.

·8 min read
Dollar-Cost Averaging into Crypto: A Long-Term Strategy
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Dollar-Cost Averaging into Crypto: A Long-Term Strategy

Learn how dollar-cost averaging (DCA) works for cryptocurrency investing, why it beats trying to time the market, and how to implement this proven long-term strategy.

·8 min read
Stablecoins Explained: USDT, USDC, and DAI Compared
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Stablecoins Explained: USDT, USDC, and DAI Compared

Understand what stablecoins are and how the three major options—USDT, USDC, and DAI—differ in backing, transparency, and use cases. Find the right stablecoin for your needs.

·9 min read
Understanding Crypto Wallets: Hot vs Cold Storage
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Understanding Crypto Wallets: Hot vs Cold Storage

Learn the differences between hot and cold crypto wallets, understand which storage solution is right for your needs, and discover best practices for securing your digital assets.

·8 min read