Jessica Mitacek, Associate Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Jessica Mitacek

About Jessica Mitacek

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Associate Editor & Contributing Author

Market Analysis and Research

Experience

Jessica Mitacek has been an associate editor & contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023.

Areas of Expertise

Market analysis and research, technology, retail

Education

Bachelor of Arts in English & Spanish, University of Vermont

Past Experience

Hedge Funds, Private Equity Funds, long/short equities, distressed debt, investor relations

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Latest Articles by Jessica Mitacek

Image of the stocks in the Dow
March 14, 2024 8:51 AM ET

Mastering Stocks in the Dow: Insights into the DJIA

Jessica Mitacek

What is the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA)? The Dow Jones Industrial Average includes 30 companies, once all industrial companies. Learn more.

NYSE:AXPNASDAQ:AMGNNASDAQ:AAPL
Read Mastering Stocks in the Dow: Insights into the DJIA
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March 7, 2024 10:00 AM ET

Here's How to Dip into Chinese Stocks if You Live in the U.S.

Jessica Mitacek

Wondering how to invest in Chinese stocks? China has the globe’s largest population and second-largest economy when measured by GDP.

NYSE:BABANASDAQ:BIDUOTCMKTS:TCEHY
Read Here's How to Dip into Chinese Stocks if You Live in the U.S.
Image of a blockchain; learn how to invest in blockchain stocks with MarketBeat
February 29, 2024 10:57 AM ET

How to Get in on the Blockchain Boom with Blockchain Stocks

Jessica Mitacek

Blockchain stocks offer a plethora of investment opportunities. Learn how to invest in blockchain stocks and take advantage of the blockchain boom.

NASDAQ:RIOTNASDAQ:OSTKNASDAQ:COIN
Read How to Get in on the Blockchain Boom with Blockchain Stocks
Teenage clothing on display in store; learn how to invest in apparel stocks
February 23, 2024 9:50 AM ET

How to invest in apparel stocks

Jessica Mitacek

If you’re interested in investing in clothing, consider investing in apparel stocks. Learn more about how to invest in apparel stocks with MarketBeat.

NYSE:ANFOTCMKTS:ADDYYNYSE:AEO
Read How to invest in apparel stocks
What are earnings reports?
February 13, 2024 10:51 AM ET

What are earnings reports?

Jessica Mitacek

Earnings reports are part of the legal requirements that publicly held companies follow when disclosing their company performance, issued quarterly.

NYSE:ANNNASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:LEA
Read What are earnings reports?
10 best sugar stocks to buy now
January 31, 2024 9:27 AM ET

10 best sugar stocks to buy now

Jessica Mitacek

No individual sugar-producing companies trade on major U.S. stock exchanges, so should you invest? Learn more about the best sugar stocks to buy on MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:KRFT)CNSX:AGRONYSE:AGRO
Read 10 best sugar stocks to buy now
Is American Airlines a good stock to buy? Image of American plane
January 4, 2024 12:06 PM ET

Is American Airlines a good stock to buy?

Jessica Mitacek

Is American Airlines a good stock to buy? Here’s an analysis of the nation’s largest airline carrier to help you decide if American Airlines is a buy or sell.

NASDAQ:AALNASDAQ:UALNYSE:DAL
Read Is American Airlines a good stock to buy?
Do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise? Image of a bank manager rolling back the safe in a bank
December 29, 2023 11:50 AM ET

Do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise?

Jessica Mitacek

Rising interest rates usually negatively affect the stock market, but do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise? Learn more with MarketBeat.

NYSE:BACNASDAQ:MOVE
Read Do bank stocks go up when interest rates rise?
Young couple renovating a home; learn more about home improvement stocks to invest in with MarketBeat
December 14, 2023 11:52 AM ET

3 home improvement stocks to renovate your portfolio

Jessica Mitacek

Are home improvement stocks the way forward? Learn more about whether or not home improvement stocks make sense for your portfolio with MarketBeat.

NYSE:LOWNYSE:HDNYSE:SHW
Read 3 home improvement stocks to renovate your portfolio
What is consumer discretionary? Image of a ticker symbol on a screen labeled consumer discretionary
December 14, 2023 10:53 AM ET

What is consumer discretionary?

Jessica Mitacek

What is consumer discretionary? In a strong economy, consumers spend more on consumer discretionary products. Learn more with MarketBeat.

NASDAQ:EXANASDAQ:AMZNOTCMKTS:CMG.B
Read What is consumer discretionary?
ira vs cd vs money market: Which should you choose? Image of a piggy bank and documents
December 14, 2023 10:03 AM ET

Comparing IRA vs. CD vs. money market accounts

Jessica Mitacek

What are the differences between an IRA, CD and money market account? Learn more about a IRA vs CD vs money market account with MarketBeat.

Read Comparing IRA vs. CD vs. money market accounts
Nvida stock price outlook
November 6, 2023 9:15 AM ET

There’s nothing artificial about NVIDIA’s relationship with AI

Jessica Mitacek

NVIDIA shares have skyrocketed over 220% so far this year, mainly thanks to increased interest in artificial intelligence, causing demand to for chips soar.

NASDAQ:NVDA
Read There’s nothing artificial about NVIDIA’s relationship with AI

Latest Articles Reviewed by Jessica Mitacek

Photo of the Peloton logo on the base of flagship stationary exercise bike. Is Peloton a Buyout Target? Analyzing Its Stock Value & Potential.
May 13, 2024 6:00 AM ET

Peloton Stock Is Now a Buyout Target, What’s It Worth?

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Peloton's valuation today, amid improving free cash flow, could drive private equity firms to give shareholders a buyout deal above $7 a share, a near double

NASDAQ:PTONNASDAQ:LULU
Read Peloton Stock Is Now a Buyout Target, What’s It Worth?
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May 13, 2024 5:45 AM ET

3 Stocks That Suddenly Drew in Options Traders

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Three discounted stocks caught the attention of call option buyers last week, and they have Wall Street analysts to back them through double-digit upside.

NYSE:HIMSNASDAQ:SBUXNYSE:PFE
Read 3 Stocks That Suddenly Drew in Options Traders
Photo of a space ship launch. Rocket Lab Stock Decline: Potential for a Strong Rebound.
May 13, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Rocket Lab Stock Drops but Could Still Launch Higher

Chris Markoch

The dip in Rocket Lab stock after earnings has erased a year of gains, but growing revenue could make this a buying opportunity for risk-tolerant investors

NASDAQ:RKLB
Read Rocket Lab Stock Drops but Could Still Launch Higher
Photo of close ups of Bud and Bud Light bottles. Anheuser-Busch Boosts Efforts to Reclaim Top Spot in Beer Market.
May 13, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Anheuser-Busch Continues Its Push to Retake the Crown

Chris Markoch

BUD stock rose 7% the week after the company reported solid earnings and expects the Bud Light backlash to be over, but a weak consumer may be a bigger concern

NYSE:BUDNYSE:STZ
Read Anheuser-Busch Continues Its Push to Retake the Crown
Photo of an Ulta storefront. 3 Value Stocks Too Small to Capture Warren Buffett Interest.
May 13, 2024 5:10 AM ET

3 Value Stocks Too Small for Warren Buffett to Buy

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Three stocks fit the value investor checklist, and their small sizes keep them off the mega investor's radar, giving retail investors an advantage this quarter.

NYSE:BBWINASDAQ:ULTANYSE:BRK.A
Read 3 Value Stocks Too Small for Warren Buffett to Buy
Evolv Technologies Had a Bad Week, Is it Time to Buy or Fade?
May 13, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Evolv Technologies Had a Bad Week, Is it Time to Buy or Fade?

Chris Markoch

EVLV stock fell more than 30% on news that the company is the target of a class-action lawsuit; the news made a bad earnings report look worse than it was

NASDAQ:EVLV
Read Evolv Technologies Had a Bad Week, Is it Time to Buy or Fade?
Photo illustrating a stock market bounce, an animated investor jumping off a trampoline holding a stock chart. Top 3 Large Cap Stocks with Attractive RSIs: Bounce Alert
May 10, 2024 9:45 AM ET

Bounce Alert: 3 Large Caps With RSIs Too Good To Ignore

Sam Quirke

The sudden divergence has made clear some laggards who have ultra-low RSI readings that might just be too good to ignore. Here are 3 worth watching closely.

NYSE:BMYNYSE:CVSNASDAQ:TRIP
Read Bounce Alert: 3 Large Caps With RSIs Too Good To Ignore
Photo of voice recognition infographics .SoundHound AI's Q1 Earnings: Soaring Revenues Amid Rising Losses.
May 10, 2024 9:06 AM ET

SoundHound AI Q1 Revenue Soars and Losses Continue to Grow

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

SoundHound AI’s Q1 report shows a company poised to capitalize on the artificial intelligence market while continuing to drive innovation.

NASDAQ:SOUN
Read SoundHound AI Q1 Revenue Soars and Losses Continue to Grow
Photo of an electric vehicle charging. Blink Charging Solutions is Fueling Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
May 10, 2024 8:44 AM ET

Blink Charging: Powering the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Blink Charging's first-quarter 2024 earnings report demonstrates the company's robust growth and strategic execution.

NASDAQ:BLNK
Read Blink Charging: Powering the Electric Vehicle Infrastructure
Photo of two video game developers working together on a program. Unity Software: Mixed Q1 Results, Positive Long-Term Outlook.
May 10, 2024 8:17 AM ET

Unity Software’s Mixed Q1, But Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Unity Software's earnings report reveals a company focused on optimizing its strategic portfolio, investing in AI-powered solutions, and expanding its reach.

NYSE:U
Read Unity Software’s Mixed Q1, But Long-Term Outlook Remains Positive
Photo of video game controllers and a smartphone showing the Electronic Arts logo. EA Q2 earnings engages players and builds value.
May 9, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Electronic Arts Earnings Engaging Players and Building Value

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Electronic Arts navigates a volatile gaming landscape, demonstrating financial resilience and strategic focus on long-term growth.

NASDAQ:EA
Read Electronic Arts Earnings Engaging Players and Building Value
Photo of a tractor fertizling a field. First Quarter Earnings Indicate FMC Stock Has Bottomed Out.
May 9, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Has FMC Stock Reached Bottom? First Quarter Earnings Say Yes

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

FMC stock rose by 10% after reporting its first quarter 2024 earnings, showing investors how the company could make another push higher.

NYSE:FMCNYSE:MOSNYSE:CF
Read Has FMC Stock Reached Bottom? First Quarter Earnings Say Yes