Dan Schmidt, Contributing Author at MarketBeat → Conflict In Israel Sends Gold Soaring ???? Here’s How To Get Your Share (From Colonial Metals) (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 SchmidtApril 17, 2024 10:00 AM ETPredicting a Bear Market: 7 Signs and Why it's Tough to DoDan SchmidtA bear market is a decline of at least 20% in the market. Bear markets are a natural part of the overall market cycle, but they're often difficult to predictRead Predicting a Bear Market: 7 Signs and Why it's Tough to DoApril 17, 2024 5:29 AM ETAre We in a Bull Market? 4 Factors that Determine a Bull MarketDan SchmidtWith shifting economic trends, many investors are asking, "Are we in a bull market?" Gain insight into the financial landscape with the latest from MarketBeat.Read Are We in a Bull Market? 4 Factors that Determine a Bull MarketApril 16, 2024 5:59 AM ETWhat is a Secular Bull Market? 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 GiantsApril 5, 2024 8:14 AM ET5 Stocks in the Current Bull Market with Upside to ComeDan SchmidtExplore our top picks for stocks to watch in the thriving bull market, including key strategies for diversification and risk management.NASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:COSTNASDAQ:NFLXRead 5 Stocks in the Current Bull Market with Upside to ComeApril 3, 2024 7:51 AM ETWhat is a Bull Market? Key Information about Bull MarketsDan SchmidtWhat is a bull market in stocks exactly, and how should investors react to these new highs, Investor sentiment tends to flow similarly during bull runs. Read What is a Bull Market? Key Information about Bull MarketsMarch 18, 2024 8:59 AM ETAre We in a Bear Market? Here are the Signs Dan SchmidtAre we in a bear market? We’ll help you better understand the reasons why (or why not) it's worth it to worry about bear markets.Read Are We in a Bear Market? Here are the Signs March 14, 2024 11:36 AM ETDefense Contractor Stocks Explained, Plus Investment GuideDan SchmidtWhat are defense contractor stocks? When a geopolitical event or threat makes headlines, defense stocks move. Learn more about how to invest in defense stocks.NYSE:BWXTNYSE:GDNYSE:HIIRead Defense Contractor Stocks Explained, Plus Investment GuideMarch 14, 2024 10:39 AM ETUnlock the Secrets: Navigate the Crypto vs. Stocks Investing MazeDan SchmidtHow do you choose between investing in crypto and stocks? Both have seemingly infinite possibilities. Learn more about crypto vs stocks before you get started.Read Unlock the Secrets: Navigate the Crypto vs. Stocks Investing MazeMarch 8, 2024 11:33 AM ETWhat is a Microcap Stock? Everything You Need to Know Dan SchmidtWhat is a microcap stock? We’ll help you better understand the definition of a microcap stock and why you may want to invest in microcap stocks. Read What is a Microcap Stock? Everything You Need to Know March 7, 2024 11:08 AM ETHow to Invest in Artificial Intelligence in These Simple WaysDan SchmidtHow to invest in artificial intelligence? We’ll help you better understand the definition of AI and how companies use it in this fast-growing area.NASDAQ:GOOGNASDAQ:AMZNNYSE:IBMRead How to Invest in Artificial Intelligence in These Simple WaysFebruary 29, 2024 9:34 AM ETHow to Invest in Canada for Beginners: Tips for Easy InvestingDan SchmidtIf you are a Canadian citizen, let’s take a look at how to invest in Canada step by step. Learn why it’s worthwhile to tap into Canadian investments. 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