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Chris Markoch, Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Chris Markoch
About The Editor

Chris Markoch

Editor & Contributing Author

Retirement, Individual Investing

Experience

Chris Markoch has been an editor & contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2018.

Areas of Expertise

Value investing, retirement stocks, dividend stocks

Education

Bachelor of Arts in Business and Organizational Communication, The University of Akron, Akron, Ohio

Past Experience

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Latest Articles by Chris Markoch

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April 30, 2025 6:15 AM ET

3 Retail Stocks That Desperately Need a Tariff Break

Chris Markoch

Here are three retail stocks with heavy exposure to China and other Asian countries that are facing higher tariffs from the United States

NYSE:AEONYSE:LEVINYSE:VFC
Read 3 Retail Stocks That Desperately Need a Tariff Break
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April 30, 2025 5:00 AM ET

CrowdStrike Stock Nears Record High, Dip Ahead of Earnings?

Chris Markoch

Despite having some strong fundamentals, CrowdStrike stock continues to be volatile and may be due for a pullback despite strong revenue growth

NASDAQ:CRWD
Read CrowdStrike Stock Nears Record High, Dip Ahead of Earnings?
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April 28, 2025 10:23 AM ET

Best Defense Stocks in 2025... So Far

Chris Markoch

Discover top defense stocks for 2025—Lockheed Martin, Northrop Grumman, and Axon—backed by rising government spending and national modernization efforts.

NASDAQ:AXONNYSE:LMTNYSE:NOC
Read Best Defense Stocks in 2025... So Far
Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices
April 28, 2025 5:20 AM ET

Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices

Chris Markoch

Sustained higher gold prices support mining stocks, such as Agnico Eagle Mines and Freeport-McMoRan, which are expected to be the next part of gold's big move

NYSE:AEMNYSE:FCX
Read Gold Miners Ready for Breakout Amid Record High Prices
Chruchill Downs
April 26, 2025 5:49 AM ET

Churchill Downs Stock: Could Tariff Fears Dampen Derby Gains?

Chris Markoch

Churchill Downs stock sold off more than 16% after announcing it was pausing a renovation project due to tariff uncertainty, but the stock could be worth a bet

NASDAQ:CHDN
Read Churchill Downs Stock: Could Tariff Fears Dampen Derby Gains?
Lam Research Building
April 26, 2025 5:28 AM ET

Is the Floor in for Lam Research After Bullish Earnings?

Chris Markoch

If Lam Research continues to build on its quarterly results, the current ceiling for LRCX stock may be a floor that lifts the stock, and possibly the sector

NASDAQ:LRCX
Read Is the Floor in for Lam Research After Bullish Earnings?
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April 25, 2025 6:15 AM ET

Is Intuitive Surgical a Buy After Volatile Reaction to Earnings?

Chris Markoch

Despite beating on the top and bottom lines, tariff uncertainty makes the outlook for ISRG stock fluid; investors may want to wait for clarity before jumping in

NASDAQ:ISRG
Read Is Intuitive Surgical a Buy After Volatile Reaction to Earnings?
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April 25, 2025 6:00 AM ET

Viking Therapeutics Stock May Struggle After As-Expected Report

Chris Markoch

Viking Therapeutics stock is trying to push higher as investors attempt to sort out a report that delivered no real news that investors hadn’t already heard.

NASDAQ:VKTX
Read Viking Therapeutics Stock May Struggle After As-Expected Report
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April 25, 2025 5:30 AM ET

3 Stocks Presenting Generational Buying Opportunities

Chris Markoch

Investors can hold onto Chevron, UPS, and The Campbell’s Company to collect solid dividends today and strong growth in a recovering economy

NYSE:CVXNYSE:UPSNASDAQ:CPB
Read 3 Stocks Presenting Generational Buying Opportunities
Toronto, ON, Canada - August 20, 2023:View at the Lowe???s store sign in Toronto
April 25, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Lowe’s Pro Segment Boost: $1.3B Deal May Fuel Rebound

Chris Markoch

Lowe’s is acquiring Artisan Design Group to expand its Pro business and capitalize on the expected demand for 18 million homes by 2033

NYSE:LOWNYSE:HD
Read Lowe’s Pro Segment Boost: $1.3B Deal May Fuel Rebound
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April 24, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Why It May Be Time to Buy CrowdStrike Stock Heading Into Earnings

Chris Markoch

CRWD stock is consolidating around its 50-day and 100-day simple moving averages, and continued expansions to its Falcon platform should lead to strong earnings

NASDAQ:CRWD
Read Why It May Be Time to Buy CrowdStrike Stock Heading Into Earnings
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April 23, 2025 6:30 AM ET

Genuine Parts: Solid Earnings But Economic Uncertainties Remain

Chris Markoch

Genuine Parts stock is up slightly after a solid earnings report,, but tariff concerns overhang the company's forecast; valuation and dividend add appeal

NYSE:GPC
Read Genuine Parts: Solid Earnings But Economic Uncertainties Remain
Palantir logo and website
April 23, 2025 5:23 AM ET

Could Palantir’s Latest Partnership Set a Base for a Move Higher?

Chris Markoch

Palantir and SpaceX are bidding on a "Golden Dome" defense system; if approved, the project could lead to significant annual recurring revenue

NASDAQ:PLTRNYSE:LMT
Read Could Palantir’s Latest Partnership Set a Base for a Move Higher?
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April 22, 2025 9:43 AM ET

Investors Sell Microsoft Stock on OpenAI News—Time to Buy?

Chris Markoch

MSFT stock is down over 8.6% in the last five days over concern over OpenAI’s plans to acquire the AI company Windsurf; analysts are lowering their targets

NASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:GOOGL
Read Investors Sell Microsoft Stock on OpenAI News—Time to Buy?
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April 21, 2025 5:15 AM ET

Alcoa’s Solid Earnings Don’t Make Tariff Math Easier for AA Stock

Chris Markoch

Uncertainty around tariff policy leaves a range of options for AA stock that make it more appealing as a trade than an investment

NYSE:AA
Read Alcoa’s Solid Earnings Don’t Make Tariff Math Easier for AA Stock
Viking Therapeutics logo on smartphone
April 16, 2025 8:33 AM ET

Viking Therapeutics Stock Pops But Struggles to Hold Gains

Chris Markoch

VKTX stock shot higher after announcing a phase 3 trial for its GLP-1 drug candidate; but investors are concerned about a lack of support in Washington

NASDAQ:VKTXNYSE:NVONYSE:LLY
Read Viking Therapeutics Stock Pops But Struggles to Hold Gains
Gold nugget
April 16, 2025 7:35 AM ET

Gold Rally Continues: These 3 Mining Stocks Are Likely to Benefit

Chris Markoch

Gold mining stocks typically lag the price of physical gold, which means 2025 may be a big year for these three gold miners

NYSE:NEMNYSE:GOLDNYSE:FCX
Read Gold Rally Continues: These 3 Mining Stocks Are Likely to Benefit
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April 16, 2025 5:58 AM ET

Johnson & Johnson Earnings Were More Good Than Bad—Time to Buy?

Chris Markoch

Johnson & Johnson had more good than bad; investors should look at the entire report in context before deciding if JNJ stock is a good fit for their portfolios

NYSE:JNJ
Read Johnson & Johnson Earnings Were More Good Than Bad—Time to Buy?
crowdstrike
April 15, 2025 10:30 AM ET

CrowdStrike Stock is a Buy as Cyberthreat Environment Expands

Chris Markoch

CRWD stock is up 7% in the last month and could retake its all-time high as the company's Falcon platform continues to see high adoption and retention

NASDAQ:CRWD
Read CrowdStrike Stock is a Buy as Cyberthreat Environment Expands
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April 15, 2025 6:37 AM ET

NATO Deal Sparks 4% Jump in Palantir Stock—What’s Next?

Chris Markoch

Palantir stock rises 4% after a NATO AI deal and new U.S. Army contract ease funding fears. Here’s why analysts are turning bullish on PLTR.

NASDAQ:PLTR
Read NATO Deal Sparks 4% Jump in Palantir Stock—What’s Next?
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April 15, 2025 5:14 AM ET

Microsoft: A Blend of Growth and Value Amid Tariff Concerns

Chris Markoch

Microsoft is a blue-chip stock that plays the role of a growth stock and value stock for investors who have a long-term outlook

NASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:AAPLNASDAQ:GOOGL
Read Microsoft: A Blend of Growth and Value Amid Tariff Concerns
portfolio notebook
April 14, 2025 5:04 AM ET

3 Safe Dividend Stocks as Investors Seek to Reset Diversification

Chris Markoch

Investors have been reminded that low growth is better than no growth; here are three dividend stocks that can provide shelter in the current storm

NYSE:PGNASDAQ:PEPNYSE:MCK
Read 3 Safe Dividend Stocks as Investors Seek to Reset Diversification
Photo of a man holding a tablet with Roblox game on it
April 14, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Roblox Hopes Targeted Advertising Hits the Mark With Investors

Chris Markoch

RBLX stock spiked after the company announced a partnership with Alphabet to launch programmatic advertising, but both fundamental and technical risks remain

NYSE:RBLXNASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:TTD
Read Roblox Hopes Targeted Advertising Hits the Mark With Investors
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April 13, 2025 5:34 AM ET

Coca-Cola Stock Looks Refreshing After the Relief Rally

Chris Markoch

KO stock may leave short-term investors wanting more, but if you have a long time horizon, the current market environment may offer an enticing entry point

NYSE:KONYSE:BRK.BNYSE:MCD
Read Coca-Cola Stock Looks Refreshing After the Relief Rally

Latest Articles Reviewed by Chris Markoch

Cigna health
May 28, 2024 6:46 AM ET

Is Cigna Group the Nation's Best-Run Health Insurance Company?

Jea Yu

Cigna looks like a shining star as many health insurance companies fare poorly in 2024 due to higher Medicare Advantage (MA) expenses

NYSE:CINYSE:HUMNYSE:UNH
Read Is Cigna Group the Nation's Best-Run Health Insurance Company?
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May 28, 2024 6:05 AM ET

Is Petco Health & Wellness Out of the Doghouse on an EPS beat?

Jea Yu

After beating on earnings in its most recent earnings report, Petco Health and Wellness stock (WOOF) may be ready for a breakout moment

NASDAQ:WOOFNYSE:CHWYNASDAQ:PETS
Read Is Petco Health & Wellness Out of the Doghouse on an EPS beat?
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May 28, 2024 4:15 AM ET

3 High-Yielding Oversold Stocks with Bullish Ratings

Ryan Hasson

Three oversold blue-chip stocks with attractive dividends and valuations, possessing bullish ratings from analysts, are TGT, LOW, and COP

NYSE:TGTNYSE:COPNYSE:LOW
Read 3 High-Yielding Oversold Stocks with Bullish Ratings
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May 28, 2024 4:10 AM ET

Li Auto Blows a Tire on EPS Miss and Lowered Guidance. Buy Opp?

Jea Yu

Li Auto stock may be ready to charge higher after the Chinese EV maker reported a surprise top and bottom line miss on its Q1 2024 earnings report

NASDAQ:LIOTCMKTS:BYDDFNYSE:NIO
Read Li Auto Blows a Tire on EPS Miss and Lowered Guidance. Buy Opp?
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May 28, 2024 4:05 AM ET

LifeMD Can Surge on Its GLP-1 Offerings

Jea Yu

LifeMD is a leading telehealth provider that investors should take note of; the company is entering the GLP-1 market, and its stock could soar as a result

NASDAQ:LFMDNYSE:NVONYSE:LLY
Read LifeMD Can Surge on Its GLP-1 Offerings
Photo of Norwegian Star cruise ship on the water
May 27, 2024 4:09 AM ET

Norwegian Cruise Line Sets Sail on Record Bookings Raised EPS

Jea Yu

Norwegian Cruise Line stock is ready to set sail after raising its full-year 2024 EPS guidance for the second time in May 2024 ahead of its Investor Day

NYSE:NCLHNYSE:RCLNYSE:CCL
Read Norwegian Cruise Line Sets Sail on Record Bookings Raised EPS
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May 27, 2024 4:04 AM ET

The Best EV Stock You Haven't Considered

Marketbeat Staff

Discover how Albemarle, a global leader in lithium, is leveraging the booming electric vehicle market to drive substantial growth

NYSE:ALBNASDAQ:TSLAOTCMKTS:BYDDY
Read The Best EV Stock You Haven't Considered
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May 23, 2024 4:20 AM ET

3 High Beta Stocks to Beat a Low VIX

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

These three stocks offer investors a way to get a more exciting ride out of the stock market, especially as a currently low VIX offers little price action

NYSE:RHNYSE:WNYSE:BROS
Read 3 High Beta Stocks to Beat a Low VIX
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May 23, 2024 4:15 AM ET

Analog Devices Extends Rally: Signals Start to Cyclical Recovery

Thomas Hughes

Dividend-paying Analog Devices is indicating the start of a cyclical recovery in the semiconductor markets that will drive results for the next few years

NASDAQ:ADI
Read Analog Devices Extends Rally: Signals Start to Cyclical Recovery
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May 22, 2024 4:30 AM ET

The Only A-Rated Stock with a 7%+ Dividend

MarketBeat Staff

This pipeline company benefits from a 'toll-both' business model amid a boom in production volume - and growing distributions

NYSE:EPD
Read The Only A-Rated Stock with a 7%+ Dividend
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May 22, 2024 4:20 AM ET

3 Financial Stocks Outperforming as The Fed Dumps Bonds

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Financial stocks are outperforming this cycle, all thanks to the Fed's path to keeping interest rates higher; analysts agree there's double-digit upside

NYSE:GSNYSE:JPMNASDAQ:AMTD
Read 3 Financial Stocks Outperforming as The Fed Dumps Bonds
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May 22, 2024 4:10 AM ET

Sportradar Rides the Sports Betting Trend From Behind the Curtain

Jea Yu

Investors have been pouring into sports betting stocks, but they may be missing out on Sportradar Group which is the engine that drives the industry

NASDAQ:SRADNASDAQ:DKNGNYSE:FLUT
Read Sportradar Rides the Sports Betting Trend From Behind the Curtain
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May 22, 2024 4:05 AM ET

Doximity is the Facebook and LinkedIn of the Medical Community

Jea Yu

Doximity stock is surging as analysts and investors are taking note of the cloud-based digital platform's strong revenue and earnings growth

NASDAQ:DOCSNYSE:TDOCNYSE:AMWL
Read Doximity is the Facebook and LinkedIn of the Medical Community
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May 21, 2024 4:25 AM ET

International Game Technology Isn’t Playing Games With Guidance

Jea Yu

IGT stock is surging higher as the company plans to merge with Everi to form a one-stop shop that offers land-based gaming, sports betting, iGaming and fintech

NYSE:IGTNYSE:EVRINASDAQ:LNW
Read International Game Technology Isn’t Playing Games With Guidance
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May 21, 2024 4:20 AM ET

Arista Networks Advances the Era of AI and Microperimeters

Jea Yu

Arista Networks is outperforming other networking companies due to its early adoption of microsegmentation and microperimeters in data center environments

NYSE:ANETNASDAQ:CSCONYSE:JNPR
Read Arista Networks Advances the Era of AI and Microperimeters
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May 21, 2024 4:15 AM ET

Grab Holdings: It’s Time to Snatch Up Shares While They’re Cheap

Jea Yu

Grab Holdings is a penny stock, but its recent performance and guidance show investors that it may be too cheap to pass up

NASDAQ:GRABNYSE:UBERNASDAQ:DASH
Read Grab Holdings: It’s Time to Snatch Up Shares While They’re Cheap
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May 21, 2024 4:05 AM ET

2 Stocks Providing Medical Insurance for Your Pets

Jea Yu

Here are two pet health insurance stocks that investors can watch for as pet owners seek ways to mitigate the medical costs of aging pets

NASDAQ:TRUPNYSE:LMND
Read 2 Stocks Providing Medical Insurance for Your Pets
Illustration of smart phone with CAVA displayed on screen
May 20, 2024 6:09 AM ET

3 Stocks That Look Like Chipotle in the Early Days

Jea Yu

If you missed getting in on Chipotle Mexican Grill, these three restaurant stocks may provide an opportunity for you to take another bite at the sector

NYSE:CAVANYSE:SGNASDAQ:KRUS
Read 3 Stocks That Look Like Chipotle in the Early Days
closup photo of Dole bananas in store setting
May 20, 2024 6:04 AM ET

Dole is a Tasty Low Hanging Treat for Value Hunters

Jea Yu

Dole is providing a tasty combination of slow and steady growth that appeals to value investors at a time when the stock market continues to look overvalued

NYSE:DOLENYSE:FDPNYSE:TGT
Read Dole is a Tasty Low Hanging Treat for Value Hunters
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May 20, 2024 4:25 AM ET

Canada Goose Flies Higher Driven By DTC Growth

Jea Yu

Luxury apparel manufacturer Canada Goose Holdings shares shot 15% higher on a strong earnings report highlighted by growth in its DTC business

NYSE:GOOSTSE:GOOSNYSE:TPR
Read Canada Goose Flies Higher Driven By DTC Growth
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May 20, 2024 4:20 AM ET

CVS Health Stock Has a Silver Lining Called Value

Jea Yu

As integrated healthcare retailer and insurer CVS Health prioritizes profits, it presents investors with a value not seen in years

NYSE:CVSNASDAQ:WBANYSE:WMT
Read CVS Health Stock Has a Silver Lining Called Value
Closeup photo of Nvidia chip
May 20, 2024 4:15 AM ET

Magnificent 7 Still Magnificent as the Halfway Mark Approaches?

Ryan Hasson

As we approach the midpoint of 2024, it's a great moment to revisit the performance of the "Magnificent Seven" giants and their evolving market narratives

NASDAQ:METANASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:GOOGL
Read Magnificent 7 Still Magnificent as the Halfway Mark Approaches?
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May 20, 2024 4:10 AM ET

3 Vital Copper Stocks Helping EVs and AI Data Centers Take Off

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

Three copper stocks could help investors get additional upside for their portfolios, especially if they are missing influence from the AI and EV trends

NYSE:NEMNYSE:ERONYSE:HBM
Read 3 Vital Copper Stocks Helping EVs and AI Data Centers Take Off
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May 20, 2024 4:05 AM ET

Warren Buffett's Mystery Stock Was Just Revealed

Ryan Hasson

On Wednesday, regulatory filings revealed that Berkshire Hathaway had quietly amassed a substantial $6.7 billion position in Chubb (NYSE: CB)

NYSE:BRK.BNYSE:BRK.ANYSE:CB
Read Warren Buffett's Mystery Stock Was Just Revealed

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