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Maxx Chatsko

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Maxx has been a contributor to Fool.com since 2013. He graduated from the State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry (2012) with a Bachelor of Science in Bioprocess Engineering and from Carnegie Mellon University (2016) with a Master of Science in Materials Science & Engineering.

Recent Articles by Maxx Chatsko

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Nov 25, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Where Will Ferrellgas Partners Be in 1 Year?

The stock has plunged as investors worry about the company's financial health. Will this company even survive the next 12 months?

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Nov 24, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Alcoa's Relief From Aluminum Tariffs Might Hinge on Canadian Dairy

The North American aluminum industry is going up against Quebec's powerful dairy lobby in a renegotiated NAFTA.

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Nov 24, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

The 1 Stock I'd Buy Right Now

This renewable energy stock is down 20% in 2018 because of weak hydroelectric dam output, but investors shouldn't overlook the business' strong wind and solar growth.

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Nov 23, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

8,545 Reasons to Closely Watch These 2 Oil Stocks in 2019

One metric shows lots of pent-up potential in American shale acreage. It could create a huge growth opportunity for oil-field services companies.

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Nov 21, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

2 Stocks Could Win Big From the United Nations' New Global Fuel Standard

In 2020, the world will need an extra 34 million gallons of diesel fuel per day. That's 12 billion gallons per year.

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Nov 20, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Northern Dynasty Minerals Rose as Much as 15.9% Today

The pre-commercial gold miner has announced a string of positive updates in November.

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Nov 19, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko, Travis Hoium, and Todd Campbell

3 High-Growth Stocks That Are Just Getting Started

Inject a little above-average wealth-building potential into your portfolio with any -- or all -- of these three stocks.

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Nov 19, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Alcoa Dropped as Much as 10.3% Today

The stock was downgraded by a top Wall Street firm. Will it really matter in a few months, or even weeks?

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Nov 16, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

This High-Growth Biotech Industry Is as Competitive as Ever Heading Into 2019

Three short years ago, Myriad Genetics was the undisputed leader of the genetic testing industry. A persistent competitor just challenged the diagnostic company -- and a second one is nipping at its heels.

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Nov 16, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Amyris Can't Stop Sliding This Week

The company published SEC filings that go into more detail than its recent press release -- and investors don't like what they see.

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Nov 15, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Arena Pharmaceuticals Jumped as Much as 30.6% Today

The company moved to immediately monetize a promising drug candidate. For a cool $800 million up-front payment, investors can't complain.

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Nov 14, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why These 3 Oil Stocks Rocketed Higher Today

Covia Holdings announced third-quarter 2018 results that made Mr. Market think things aren't so bad after all for this corner of the oil and gas industry.

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Nov 15, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

This Small-Cap Biotech Is Quietly Setting the Stage for a Big 2019

Codexis is on pace to become the first publicly-traded synthetic biology company to deliver consistent operating profits. Investors should take note.

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Nov 14, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Is This the Real Reason Illumina Acquired Pacific Biosciences?

The $1.2 billion acquisition will combine the two leading DNA sequencing technology platforms, but the battle for the future of DNA sequencing is just getting started.

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Nov 14, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Tahoe Resources Soared Almost 50% Today

The troubled precious metal miner is being acquired by Pan American Silver, but investors are sending the acquirer's shares down more than double digits on the news.

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Nov 14, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Amyris Is Getting Obliterated Today

The synthetic biology pioneer reported third-quarter 2018 operating results.

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Nov 12, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko, Travis Hoium, and Todd Campbell

3 Dividend Stocks to Fund Your Retirement Nest Egg

Income investors can sleep soundly at night owning any of these solid businesses in their retirement accounts.

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Nov 12, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

5 Hard-to-Believe Renewable Energy Facts

Renewable energy from wind and solar went from impossibly expensive to nearly 10% of American electricity in less than 20 years. What's ahead may be even more astounding.

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Nov 10, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

2 Top Stocks Affected by the Trade War to Buy Now

The U.S.-China trade fight has weighed on shares of these two solid businesses in 2018. That creates an opportunity for long-term investors.

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Nov 9, 2018 by Maxx Chatsko

Here's Why Lannett Company Dropped Over 14% Today

Investors sent shares soaring yesterday, but the future is still chock full of uncertainty for the generic drug distributor.

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