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James Brumley

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James Brumley is a contributing Motley Fool stock market analyst covering consumer staples and consumer discretionary stocks. James is a former licensed stockbroker with Charles Schwab, and a registered investment adviser. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business management with a specialization in finance from Transylvania University.

Recent Articles by James Brumley

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Aug 12, 2025 by James Brumley

What Does Trump's New Announcement With Apple Mean for Investors?

CEO Tim Cook's capitalization on Trump's quid pro quo approach to the presidency is just smart business.

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Aug 10, 2025 by James Brumley

3 Growth Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

Three tremendous growth stocks are all discounted for reasons that no longer apply. Opportunity is knocking.

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Aug 10, 2025 by James Brumley

CEO Bob Iger Announces Joint Hulu and Disney+ Streaming Service. What Does It Mean for Investors?

The media giant is simplifying its direct-to-consumer offering -- and taking away a closely watched measure of its success.

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Aug 10, 2025 by James Brumley

The Smartest Dividend ETF to Buy With $2,000 Right Now

Any of them would work well enough if you don't actually need the income right now, but brewing changes make one more of a winner than all the others.

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Aug 10, 2025 by James Brumley

3 Brilliant Growth Stocks to Buy Now and Hold for the Long Term

These companies are in the right place at the right time with the right products.

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Aug 9, 2025 by James Brumley

How Compounding Returns Can Help You Retire a Millionaire -- Even on a Modest Income

Many investment fortunes were made starting with next to nothing.

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Aug 9, 2025 by James Brumley

3 Stocks That Could Turn $1,000 Into $5,000 by 2030

All three of these companies are entering a period of what could produce unparalleled top- and bottom-line growth.

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Aug 9, 2025 by James Brumley

3 No-Brainer Warren Buffett Stocks to Buy Right Now

The Oracle of Omaha's approach to picking stocks still works as well as it ever has.

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Aug 8, 2025 by James Brumley

These Were the 5 Biggest Companies in 2010, and Here Are the 5 Biggest Companies Now

Some things have changed over the course of the past 15 years. Some things haven't.

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Aug 8, 2025 by James Brumley

1 Green Flag for Target Stock Right Now

If nothing else, the struggling retailer at least recognizes it can't keep doing the same things and expect different results.

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Aug 7, 2025 by James Brumley

3 Growth ETFs to Buy With $500 and Hold Forever

It might be time to look for prospects a bit off the beaten path or at least time to change your tack for owning the market's top growth stocks.

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Aug 6, 2025 by James Brumley

Should You Buy the 3 Highest-Paying Dividend Stocks in the Dow Jones?

Their steep payouts make them worth a look, but a big dividend doesn't inherently make a stock worth owning.

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Aug 5, 2025 by James Brumley

I Can't Lie, I'm Excited About Amazon Stock After Its Recent Earnings Report. Here's Why.

Most investors are coming to the wrong conclusion about some of the numbers.

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Aug 5, 2025 by James Brumley

Have You Read These 5 Warren Buffett Quotes That All Retirees Should Consider in 2025?

Most of the Oracle of Omaha's advice is for people at all stages in life, and helps well beyond just picking stocks. But some of it is especially prudent for older investors who are now living on retirement savings rather than work-based income.

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Aug 4, 2025 by James Brumley

The Smartest Dividend Stocks to Buy With $10,000 Right Now

Thanks to some misguided short-term setbacks, investors can scoop up a trio of dividend-paying bargains here.

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Aug 3, 2025 by James Brumley

Should You Forget Amazon? Why You Might Want to Buy This Unstoppable Growth Stock Instead

Amazon's dominance of the e-commerce arena has prompted the creation -- and incredible success -- of its diametrical opposite.

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Aug 3, 2025 by James Brumley

The Ultimate Growth Stock to Buy With $1,000 Right Now

In an environment where so many of the best-known growth names are overpriced, don't be afraid to look where no one else is.

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Aug 2, 2025 by James Brumley

Is QuantumScape a Buy After Battery Breakthroughs?

Shares surged on recent news. These buyers should have been asking more questions.

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Aug 2, 2025 by James Brumley

Recent Study Reveals That 96% of Vanguard 401(k) Plans Offer This Important Element. Are You Maxing Out Your Benefits?

The best return you'll ever achieve on any investment is the free money you'll get just for saving for retirement.

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Aug 2, 2025 by James Brumley

The Best Stocks to Invest $1,000 in Right Now

It may be time to look a bit off the beaten path for undervalued and underestimated investment prospects.

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