Dan Schmidt, Contributing Author at MarketBeat → Warren Buffett, Jeff Bezos, Michael Bloomberg, & 48 Members of Congress Are Buying ONE Sector… (From InvestorPlace) (Ad) About Dan Schmidtdan.schmidt7@gmail.comContributing AuthorStocks, Fundamental and Technical Analysis ExperienceDan Schmidt has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2022.Areas of ExpertiseStocks, investing, markets, financial planning, credit cards, debt consolidationEducationPenn State University; Certification in Technical Writing, University of WisconsinPast ExperienceVanguard, Capital One, Benzinga, Fora FinancialLearn About MarketBeat's Editorial Guidelines and Standards PolicyLatest Articles by Dan SchmidtMay 29, 2024 8:28 AM ETDetermining Your Risk Tolerance - A Comprehensive GuideDan SchmidtDetermining your investment risk tolerance is an important step in making informed financial decisions. 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A Complete Overview of Earnings SeasonMay 8, 2024 7:00 AM ETHow to Read an Earnings Report | Step by Step Guide with TipsDan SchmidtLearn how to read an earnings report, from understanding key components to analyzing data in order to make informed investment decisions.Read How to Read an Earnings Report | Step by Step Guide with TipsMay 6, 2024 5:41 AM ETCoca-Cola Stock Analysis: Key Insights and TrendsDan SchmidtA comprehensive analysis of Coca-Cola stock in 2024. Explore trends, performance metrics, and expert investment insights to guide your investment decisions.LON:BARCNYSE:BCSNYSEAMERICAN:CCFRead Coca-Cola Stock Analysis: Key Insights and TrendsApril 29, 2024 8:25 AM ETMicrosoft Analysis: Trends, Predictions & Investment InsightDan SchmidtExplore our in-depth Microsoft Analysis to understand trends, predictions, and investment insights for 2024. 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How to Identify this MarketDan SchmidtDiscover what defines a secular bull market, its key characteristics, and how you can invest to capitalize on long-term growth trends.Read What is a Secular Bull Market? How to Identify this MarketApril 15, 2024 9:39 AM ETCostco vs. Walmart: Revenue Comparison of Two Retail GiantsDan SchmidtCostco and Walmart are 2 of the world's biggest retailers, but which is the better investment? Read more about these companies in our detailed breakdown.NASDAQ:AMZNNYSE:BBYNASDAQ:COSTRead Costco vs. Walmart: Revenue Comparison of Two Retail Giants Get 30 Days of MarketBeat All Access Free Sign up for MarketBeat All Access to gain access to MarketBeat's full suite of research tools: Best-in-Class Portfolio Monitoring View the latest news, buy/sell ratings, SEC filings and insider transactions for your stocks. Compare your portfolio performance to leading indices and get personalized stock ideas based on your portfolio. 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