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Jordan Wathen

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I think stock investors can benefit by analyzing a company with a credit investors' mentality -- rule out the downside and the upside takes care of itself. Send me an email by clicking here , or tweet me .

Recent Articles by Jordan Wathen

Berkshire Earnings

Nov 2, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Berkshire Hathaway Earnings Preview: What You Should Know

The size and scope of Buffett's conglomerate ensures some businesses rise while others fall.

Federated Investors 3Q Earnings

Oct 28, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Federated Investors: Rates Give Lift to Earnings

The asset manager's third-quarter earnings benefited from a December 2015 rate hike, but the easy money from reduced fee waivers is largely in the rearview mirror.

Ellie Mae 3Q Earnings

Oct 28, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Ellie Mae Stock Is Up 11% Today

Shares are rising after Ellie Mae reported third-quarter earnings and raised guidance for the remainder of the year.

amtd fourth quarter earnings

Oct 26, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

TD Ameritrade Earnings Were Overshadowed by Its Scottrade Acquisition

Lower trading activity leads to weaker earnings in the fourth quarter, but the online broker's announced acquisition of Scottrade took center stage on the conference call.

Bank sign - Financial Institutions 3Q 2016

Oct 25, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Financial Institutions' Q3 Earnings: Slow and Steady Profits

Excellent credit metrics and improved efficiency gave lift to Financial Institutions' third-quarter earnings.

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Feb 27, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

Bank of America Stock Split History

From a little North Carolina bank to a national powerhouse, Bank of America has split its stock three times in the last 38 years.

how much will i pay on a plus loan

Feb 10, 2017 by Jordan Wathen

How Much Will I Pay on a PLUS Loan?

Here's how to calculate how much you'll pay on a PLUS loan before you sign the dotted line.

synchrony financial third quarter earnings

Oct 26, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Synchrony Financial: Give Credit to Its Third Quarter

Relatively stable credit trends, rising purchase volume, and a growing loan portfolio gave a lift to the lender's third-quarter earnings.

Oct 24, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

SVB Financial Group Deposits a Positive Third Quarter

Growing deposits, loan balances, and steady credit-quality metrics laid the groundwork for a solid third-quarter earnings report.

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Mar 7, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

Vanguard Healthcare Fund: 3 Things You Must Know Before Buying This Health Fund

Among medical mutual funds, the Vanguard Health Care Fund stands out for performance, low expenses, and its managers' buy-and-hold philosophy. But don't buy it just for the yield -- its high dividend is an illusion.

Oct 19, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Banc of California, Inc. Stock Is Flying High Today

Press releases, earnings reports, and a conference call helped settle investors' concerns about some of the allegations in a short report published on Tuesday.

banc of california fraud

Oct 18, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Shares of Banc of California, Inc. Are Plunging Today

A blog post outlines troubling connections between Banc of California and a family known for fraud.

Best MLP ETFs

Mar 15, 2017 by Jordan Wathen

The 3 Best MLP ETFs

Master limited partnerships pay high yields from income earned in the energy industry. These are the three best MLP ETFs designed to track portfolios assembled by top index providers Alerian and Cushing Asset Management.

State Farm Mutual Funds

Oct 14, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

State Farm Mutual Funds: Alternatives to Its High-Fee Funds

State Farm mutual funds carry expense ratios and sales fees (loads) that all but guarantee poor performance. Here are some alternatives to its popular funds.

main street capital dividend yield

Oct 14, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Main Street Capital: The Health of Its Big Dividend Yield

Main Street Capital's high-profile wins have to be balanced with its silent losers. Here are three trends to watch when the company reports third-quarter earnings.

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Oct 8, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Everything You Need to Know About Index Funds

Index funds are one of the hottest products in the world of investing. Here’s why they’re so popular, and why investors are choosing them over traditional mutual funds.

Universial Insurance Holdings Inc Hurricane Matthew

Oct 7, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Shares of Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. Are Rising Today

Thank the weatherman for a sharp rise in property and casualty insurers. Hurricane Matthew might not be as bad as originally feared.

Mutual Funds

Mar 21, 2018 by Jordan Wathen

3 Top Invesco Mutual Funds

These top Invesco mutual funds have good historical performance and low fee burdens.

PC insurance hurricane matthew

Oct 6, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Shares of Universal Insurance Holdings, Inc. are Dropping Today

Investors worry that storm losses from Hurricane Matthew could plague this Florida insurer.

Endurance Specialty Holdings Buyout

Oct 4, 2016 by Jordan Wathen

Why Shares of Endurance Specialty Holdings Are Surging Today

Shares of the specialty insurer are rising on news it could be an acquisition target.

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