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Daniel Sparks

TMFDanielSparks

@sparks_capital

Daniel Sparks is a contributing Stock Market Analyst at The Motley Fool covering technology, industrials, financials, and consumer goods. Daniel is currently the owner and chief investment officer of Sparks Capital Management. He holds an MBA from Colorado State University. Fun fact: The Globe and Mail highlighted Daniel and his investment philosophy in an article titled, “This stock picker is outperforming nearly everybody else. Here's how he is doing it."

Recent Articles by Daniel Sparks

dividend-growth

Dec 22, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Starbucks Corporation's Dividend Could Double in Just 4 Years

Where Starbucks lacks in dividend yield it more than makes up for in dividend growth potential.

dividend-growth

Dec 28, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Apple Inc.'s Dividend Could Double in Just 7 Years

The world's most valuable company may not be built for rapid revenue growth anymore, but the tech giant has plenty of room for serious dividend gains.

echo-dot-amzn

Dec 21, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Amazon.com Inc.'s Voice-Controlled Speakers Are Holiday Hits

The nascent product segment's popularity shows Amazon.com is onto something with its Alexa-powered Echo and Dot devices.

tesla-body-assembly-line-2-model-x-factory

Dec 21, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

3 Catalysts for Tesla Motors, Inc.'s Vehicle Deliveries This Quarter

These three drivers could put Tesla's quarterly vehicle deliveries over its guidance.

tsla-tesla-stock

Dec 20, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Tesla Motors, Inc. Wins 1, Loses 1

Tesla's latest executive comings and goings highlight a time of rapid growth at the company.

tesla-supercharger-model-s-model-x

Dec 19, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Ahead of Model 3, Tesla Motors, Inc. Continues to Revamp Its Supercharger Program

As Tesla ramps up production, management thinks these key changes will help alleviate Supercharger congestion and improve the customer experience.

Dec 19, 2016 by Daniel Sparks and Dylan Lewis

Waymo, and Way More Info on Self-Driving Cars

A long overdue update on the autonomous driving space -- Alphabet's decision to turn it's self-driving car project into an Alphabet subsidiary, what's going on over at Apple, and why Uber is causing problems in San Francisco.

chevrolet-bolt-gm-factory

Dec 19, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

1 Major Problem With General Motors' New All-Electric Bolt

Unless General Motors improves the maximum charging rate for its Bolt, road trips in the new electric vehicle could be downright frustrating.

elon-musk-thinking

Dec 16, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Why Elon Musk's Inclusion in Trump's Tech Summit Matters

Tesla is off to a good start with the President-elect.

instagram-fb

Dec 16, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Instagram Just Hit 600 Million Users and Is Growing Even Faster

Achieving this milestone before a purported Snapchat IPO is good news for Facebook investors.

twitter-live-video

Dec 15, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Twitter, Inc. Launches Live Video

Finally, live video is built directly into Twitter. But has Twitter lost its momentum with the important technology?

uber-self-driving-autonomous

Dec 14, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Is Uber Missing the Mark In This Key Area?

The ride-hailing pioneer's strategy for testing self-driving technology puts the spotlight on regulatory challenges and highlights a possible flaw to the approach.

waymo

Dec 14, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Alphabet Inc.'s Self-Driving Car Project Becomes a Company, Gets a Name

But the new company isn't planning on building its own self-driving cars.

chevrolet-bolt-gm-factory

Dec 13, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

General Motors' All-Electric Chevrolet Bolt Deliveries Begin

General Motors said it would beat Tesla to market with an affordable fully-electric car -- and it did.

surface-studio

Dec 15, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Microsoft Corporation Is Stepping Up Where Apple Is Lacking

As Apple's newest MacBook Pro disappoints professional users, Microsoft is stepping up to fill the gap.

low-risk-stock-top-pick-five-stars

Dec 11, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

2 Stocks for Low-Risk Investors

These two stocks look poised to stand the test of time -- and reward investors while they're at it.

tesla-model-3-unveil

Dec 13, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Tesla Motors, Inc. Is Gearing Up for Model 3

As the company readies its most affordable electric car yet, Tesla has just been approved to double the size of its car factory.

sbux-roasteries

Dec 8, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Starbucks Corporation's Ambitious New 5-Year Plan in 5 Key Points

Everything you need to know about Starbucks' refreshed vision for a new era.

model-s-and-model-x

Dec 8, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Why Tesla Motors, Inc. Needs -- and Wants -- Competition

By offering to share all of its patents and its charging network, Tesla is betting competition is in its best interest.

iphone-7-holidays

Dec 7, 2016 by Daniel Sparks

Apple, Inc.'s iPhone Grabs Big Market Share in the U.S.

What happens when you pair an iPhone launch with a Samsung Note flop? Apple's smartphone share jumps.

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