Dan Schmidt, Contributing Author at MarketBeat About The Author Dan SchmidtContributing 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 SchmidtJune 9, 2025 9:22 AM ETTop 3 FOMO Stocks for 2025 With More Room to RunDan SchmidtFOMO, or Fear Of Missing Out, can cause investors to chase and make poor decisions. But FOMO can work in your favor too; these three stocks are prime examples.NASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:TSLANASDAQ:CRWVRead Top 3 FOMO Stocks for 2025 With More Room to RunJune 6, 2025 5:18 AM ET5 Earnings Season Winners With More Upside on the WayDan SchmidtEarnings season is over, but that doesn't mean the big winners are ready to fade. Read on to learn which five earnings season winners will keep climbing in Q2.NASDAQ:BKNGNASDAQ:NFLXNASDAQ:ULTARead 5 Earnings Season Winners With More Upside on the WayJune 3, 2025 8:09 AM ETSteel Dynamics Shares Climb After Tariff AnnouncementDan SchmidtPresident Trump's latest tariff volley raised steel import taxes to 50%, sending domestic producer stocks soaring. Read why Steel Dynamics is our top pick here.NASDAQ:STLDRead Steel Dynamics Shares Climb After Tariff AnnouncementJune 2, 2025 3:26 PM ETUlta’s Beautiful Q1 Earnings Report Points to More Gains AheadDan SchmidtULTA reported Q1 earnings Thursday and blew away expectations, but does the stock still have more upside? Learn why more gains could be ahead for ULTA shares.NASDAQ:ULTARead Ulta’s Beautiful Q1 Earnings Report Points to More Gains AheadJune 2, 2025 6:04 AM ET3 Smart Ways to Play the Crypto Boom—No Coins NeededDan SchmidtBitcoin is rallying to new highs, but investors remain skeptical over the risks of crypto. Use these 3 stocks to profit without needing to own crypto yourself.NASDAQ:HOODNASDAQ:MSTRNASDAQ:TSLARead 3 Smart Ways to Play the Crypto Boom—No Coins NeededMay 28, 2025 10:03 AM ETTrump Orders Nuclear Overhaul: These 3 Stocks Stand to BenefitDan SchmidtNuclear energy came into focus following President Trump's latest executive order. Are nuclear stocks the next big investment trend? Read on to learn more.NYSE:BWXTNASDAQ:MSFTNYSE:SMRRead Trump Orders Nuclear Overhaul: These 3 Stocks Stand to BenefitMay 26, 2025 6:07 AM ETDoubt the Market? 3 Stocks to Rideout Fear, Uncertainty and DoubtDan SchmidtWhile the market has rallied off its April lows, uncertainty continues to dominate investor sentiment. To avoid the volatility, consider these three stocks.NASDAQ:GOOGLNYSE:MONASDAQ:AAPLRead Doubt the Market? 3 Stocks to Rideout Fear, Uncertainty and DoubtMay 13, 2025 6:10 AM ETBest Biotech Stocks to Buy in 2025Dan SchmidtDiscover the best biotech stocks of 2025, including top performers like Vertex and Regeneron, driven by clinical breakthroughs and strong investor momentum.NASDAQ:AKRONASDAQ:REGNNASDAQ:VRTXRead Best Biotech Stocks to Buy in 2025May 9, 2025 9:27 AM ETGoogle Is Betting Big on Nuclear Reactors—Should You?Dan SchmidtGoogle has joined Amazon and Microsoft in announcing nuclear power partnerships—is this the next big trend in energy investing? Read on to learn more.NASDAQ:GOOGLNASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:MSFTRead Google Is Betting Big on Nuclear Reactors—Should You?April 30, 2025 5:03 AM ETWhat Is the Dow Jones? How It Works and Why It MattersDan SchmidtLearn what the Dow Jones Industrial Average is, how it works, and why it matters to investors and the economy. A beginner-friendly guide to the DJIA.NASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:GENASDAQ:INTCRead What Is the Dow Jones? How It Works and Why It MattersApril 29, 2025 5:23 AM ETShould You Ditch Index Funds? Why High-Yield ETFs Might Be BetterDan SchmidtAre index funds the best option for your portfolio? Learn whether high-yield ETFs offer better returns, higher dividends, and stronger diversification.NASDAQ:AMZNNASDAQ:AAPLNYSE:BACRead Should You Ditch Index Funds? Why High-Yield ETFs Might Be BetterApril 25, 2025 5:45 AM ETThe 6 Best Energy Stocks to Buy NowDan SchmidtDiscover the best-performing energy stocks in 2025 so far - from coal to renewables - and which companies are leading the sector right now.NYSE:BEPNYSE:CTRANYSE:GEVRead The 6 Best Energy Stocks to Buy NowApril 22, 2025 10:57 AM ETHow to Invest in Micro-Cap Stocks Like a ProDan SchmidtLearn how to invest in micro-cap stocks, the market’s most volatile equities. Discover their risks, rewards, and top strategies for smart investing.Read How to Invest in Micro-Cap Stocks Like a ProApril 3, 2025 5:20 AM ETBest Gold Stocks in 2025… So FarDan SchmidtDiscover why gold is soaring in 2025 and explore the top 3 gold stocks—Newmont, Rio Tinto, and Barrick Gold—to watch amid market uncertainty.NYSE:GOLDNYSE:RIONYSE:NEMRead Best Gold Stocks in 2025… So FarMarch 18, 2025 7:27 AM ETWhat Is the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio?Dan SchmidtLearn what the price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio is, how to calculate it, and how investors use it to assess stock valuation and make informed investment decisions.NASDAQ:NVDANYSE:PGRead What Is the Price-to-Earnings (P/E) Ratio?March 17, 2025 12:52 PM ETCan TikTok Stock Picks Really Make You Rich?Dan SchmidtDo viral stock picks on TikTok lead to real gains, or are they just hype? We investigate whether social media can predict the next big stock boom.NYSE:GMENASDAQ:TSLANYSE:AMCRead Can TikTok Stock Picks Really Make You Rich?February 24, 2025 12:06 PM ETFinding Hidden Gems: Unconventional Penny Stock InvestingDan SchmidtMost investing advice warns against penny stocks due to high volatility and fraud risks. However, contrarian investors see opportunity where others see danger. Read Finding Hidden Gems: Unconventional Penny Stock InvestingFebruary 3, 2025 1:25 PM ETHow to Invest in Small Cap StocksDan SchmidtDiscover how to invest in small-cap stocks with this beginner's guide. Learn strategies, benefits, risks, and how to build a strong portfolio.Read How to Invest in Small Cap StocksJanuary 30, 2025 2:08 PM ETHow Growth Investors Find High-Growth Stocks and Maximize ReturnsDan SchmidtLearn how to identify winning growth stocks with strong revenue, competitive advantages, and scalability. Master growth investing for long-term success.Read How Growth Investors Find High-Growth Stocks and Maximize ReturnsDecember 6, 2024 7:00 AM ET10 Safe Investments with High ReturnsDan SchmidtDiscover 10 safe investment options offering high returns, from high-yield savings to REITs. Learn how to balance safety and growth in your portfolio.NYSE:ANNRead 10 Safe Investments with High ReturnsDecember 5, 2024 7:00 AM ETTop Tax-Efficient Investments to Maximize Your WealthDan SchmidtDiscover top tax-free and tax-advantaged investments, including municipal bonds, Roth IRAs, and HSAs, to grow your wealth while minimizing taxes. Read Top Tax-Efficient Investments to Maximize Your WealthDecember 3, 2024 7:00 AM ETTrending Stocks: How to Spot, Trade, and Profit SafelyDan SchmidtDiscover what trending stocks are, why they're so popular, and how to find the best ones. Perfect for new investors looking to stay ahead in the stock market.NASDAQ:AMCXNYSE:CNASDAQ:METARead Trending Stocks: How to Spot, Trade, and Profit SafelyOctober 21, 2024 7:00 AM ETTop 3 Low-Risk Trading StrategiesDan SchmidtNo investment has zero risk, but some do have lower risks. Learn how to get started with lower-risk investing strategies today with Marketbeat.Read Top 3 Low-Risk Trading StrategiesOctober 3, 2024 1:32 PM ETWhen Is the Best Time to Invest in Mutual Funds?Dan SchmidtThere is no single perfect time to invest in mutual funds. Keep reading to learn more about why time in the market beats timing the market.Read When Is the Best Time to Invest in Mutual Funds? Page 1 of 5 1234567 Earlier › Earliest » Get 30 Days of MarketBeat All Access for Free Sign up for MarketBeat All Access to gain access to MarketBeat's full suite of research tools. Start Your 30-Day Trial MarketBeat All Access Features Best-in-Class Portfolio Monitoring Get personalized stock ideas. 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