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Jeffrey Neal Johnson, Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Jeffrey Neal Johnson
About The Author

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Contributing Author

Industry and Sector Analysis, Technology, Cryptocurrency, Biotechnology, Defense

Experience

Jeffrey Neal Johnson has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023.

  • Professional Background: Jeffrey Neal Johnson is a freelance content development professional and independent research analyst, specializing in business analysis, market trends, and investment research across multiple sectors, including emerging technologies and equities. He brings a multidisciplinary lens to market coverage, combining strategic insight with financial analysis.
  • Credentials: Jeffrey holds an Associate of Arts in Business Development and draws on over two decades of experience in strategic business development. His investment perspective is primarily self-taught, shaped by hands-on experience in company growth, financial analysis, and a passion for understanding market fundamentals.
  • Finance Experience: Jeffrey has been a contributing writer for MarketBeat since 2023. He focuses on emerging trends and innovative companies across both traditional and disruptive industries.
  • Writing Focus: He covers technology and retail stocks, cryptocurrencies, biotechnology, defense, automotive, and the hospitality sector. His writing blends financial performance analysis with a deeper look at the operational and strategic innovation driving each company.
  • Investment Approach: With a focus on long-term potential, Jeffrey applies a business-first perspective to public companies. He integrates sector knowledge, macroeconomic themes, and company fundamentals to uncover overlooked opportunities.
  • Inspiration: Jeffrey’s entrepreneurial background and passion for teaching shape his writing. His goal is “to teach others how to look beyond the ticker symbols to understand the businesses they are investing in, providing them with the insights to make more informed decisions.”
  • Fun Fact: Jeffrey is fascinated by complex systems—whether they’re high-performance engines, the promise of quantum computing, or the futuristic allure of flying cars.
  • Areas of Expertise: Technology, cryptocurrency, biotechnology, defense sector, automotive industry, hospitality sector, retail stocks

Education

Associate of Arts in Business Development

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Latest Articles by Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Novi Sad, Serbia, February 15. 2020: GoPro Hero 8 Black action camera, illustrative editorial — Stock Editorial Photography
July 24, 2025 2:49 PM ET

From Zero to Hero? Why GoPro's Rally Could Be More Than It Seems

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

GoPro's stock surge spotlights a company rebuilding its foundation with new leadership, financial discipline, and a bold expansion into innovative technology.

NASDAQ:GPRONASDAQ:FOXF
Read From Zero to Hero? Why GoPro's Rally Could Be More Than It Seems
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July 24, 2025 2:42 PM ET

Krispy Kreme: A Meme Stock Sugar Rush or a Sustainable Treat?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Krispy Kreme's pivot to disciplined profitability and capital-light global growth reveals a sustainable turnaround story beneath its recent meme stock rally.

NASDAQ:DNUTEPA:BNPNYSE:MS
Read Krispy Kreme: A Meme Stock Sugar Rush or a Sustainable Treat?
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July 24, 2025 6:27 AM ET

A Huge Bet on Uranium: Why Traders Are Piling Into the URNM ETF

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A surge in bullish bets on the Sprott Uranium Miners ETF indicates that traders see near-term catalysts aligning with a long-term nuclear energy supercycle.

NYSEARCA:URNMNYSE:CCJNYSEAMERICAN:DNN
Read A Huge Bet on Uranium: Why Traders Are Piling Into the URNM ETF
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July 24, 2025 5:17 AM ET

Kratos Defense Is Changing Warfare—Here’s What’s Driving It

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Kratos Defense is capitalizing on the military's shift to autonomous warfare with key program wins for its Valkyrie drone and new production capacity.

NASDAQ:KTOSOTCMKTS:EADSYNYSE:GE
Read Kratos Defense Is Changing Warfare—Here’s What’s Driving It
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July 23, 2025 11:31 AM ET

AST SpaceMobile: A New Asset Class Held Down by Outdated Models

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

AST SpaceMobile's dual-use model, with commercial MNOs and a government contract, positions it as a new class of critical global infrastructure.

NASDAQ:ASTSNYSE:VZNYSE:T
Read AST SpaceMobile: A New Asset Class Held Down by Outdated Models
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July 22, 2025 1:44 PM ET

Block Levels Up: What S&P 500 Inclusion Means for Investors

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Block's inclusion in the S&P 500 provides a major catalyst while its future growth hinges on monetizing Cash App and expanding its Square ecosystem.

NYSE:XYZ
Read Block Levels Up: What S&P 500 Inclusion Means for Investors
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July 22, 2025 8:29 AM ET

Vertical Aerospace Stock Trades at Discount After VX4 Milestone

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Vertical Aerospace's historic flight and recent funding underscore its operational readiness, positioning it as a compelling name in the growing eVTOL market.

NYSE:ACHRNYSE:JOBYNYSE:EVTL
Read Vertical Aerospace Stock Trades at Discount After VX4 Milestone
Stuttgart, Germany - 12-13-2024: Person holding smartphone with logo of US software company Pure Storage Inc. on screen in front of website. Focus on phone display. — Stock Editorial Photography
July 18, 2025 3:05 PM ET

Why Pure Storage Is a Core Investment for the AI Era

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Pure Storage's leadership in high-speed data infrastructure for AI, combined with its successful subscription model, positions it for significant growth.

NYSE:PSTGNASDAQ:NVDANYSE:HPE
Read Why Pure Storage Is a Core Investment for the AI Era
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July 18, 2025 2:08 PM ET

Unity’s New Ad Solutions Drive Stock to 52-Week High

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Unity's strategic execution is fueling a key inflection point as its revitalized ad platform and strengthening financials capture market attention.

NYSE:UOTCMKTS:EXPGYNASDAQ:ROKU
Read Unity’s New Ad Solutions Drive Stock to 52-Week High
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July 18, 2025 8:45 AM ET

CSX Stock Rally: Strong Options Flow, Analyst Price Targets

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A surge in bullish options activity and analyst upgrades suggests CSX is at a key inflection point following internal improvements and labor deals.

NASDAQ:CSXNYSE:RJFNYSE:C
Read CSX Stock Rally: Strong Options Flow, Analyst Price Targets
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July 18, 2025 8:36 AM ET

Discover Capital One’s Strategy for Long-Term Stock Growth

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Capital One's acquisition of Discover creates a vertically integrated payments powerhouse with a clear path to higher earnings and shareholder value.

NYSE:COF
Read Discover Capital One’s Strategy for Long-Term Stock Growth
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July 18, 2025 7:08 AM ET

Full Steam Ahead: The Bullish Case for Carnival Stock

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A combination of record earnings, aggressive debt management, and key analyst upgrades signals a powerful new growth chapter for Carnival Corporation.

NYSE:CCLNYSE:C
Read Full Steam Ahead: The Bullish Case for Carnival Stock
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July 18, 2025 5:02 AM ET

3 Catalysts Driving Plug Power’s Turnaround Case

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A major DOE loan, a new long-term customer contract, and strong insider buying signal a fundamental shift in Plug Power's growth and execution story.

NASDAQ:PLUG
Read 3 Catalysts Driving Plug Power’s Turnaround Case
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July 17, 2025 2:02 PM ET

The Trade Desk's S&P 500 Entry: Ad-Tech Stock as a Core Holding?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

The Trade Desk's S&P 500 inclusion creates powerful buying pressure built on its leadership in advertising and proven technological innovation.

NASDAQ:TTD
Read The Trade Desk's S&P 500 Entry: Ad-Tech Stock as a Core Holding?
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July 17, 2025 10:22 AM ET

AI Infrastructure Is Exploding—Don’t Overlook CoreWeave & Nebius

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Specialized AI cloud providers CoreWeave and Nebius are capitalizing on massive industry demand with distinct strategies for market dominance and growth.

NASDAQ:CRWVNASDAQ:NBISNASDAQ:NVDA
Read AI Infrastructure Is Exploding—Don’t Overlook CoreWeave & Nebius
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July 17, 2025 6:24 AM ET

Cameco's 80% 3-Month Gain May Be Just the Start

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Cameco's strategic position in the nuclear revival and its Westinghouse growth engine suggest a long-term value creation story beyond current analyst targets.

NYSE:CCJ
Read Cameco's 80% 3-Month Gain May Be Just the Start
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July 15, 2025 8:14 AM ET

New Catalyst Sends Joby Stock to 52-Week Highs

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Joby Aviation's successful hydrogen-electric flight reveals a long-term regional strategy, fueling a market re-evaluation beyond urban air mobility alone.

NYSE:JOBYNYSE:DALNYSE:LUV
Read New Catalyst Sends Joby Stock to 52-Week Highs
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July 14, 2025 7:17 AM ET

Joby vs. Archer: Which eVTOL Stock Is Better for Your Portfolio?

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Joby Aviation and Archer Aviation present investors with two distinct paths to market as they lead the charge in the urban air mobility sector.

NYSE:JOBYNYSE:ACHRNYSE:TM
Read Joby vs. Archer: Which eVTOL Stock Is Better for Your Portfolio?
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July 13, 2025 11:29 AM ET

3 Catalysts Converge on Intel Ahead of a Critical Earnings Report

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Financial discipline, a critically acclaimed new processor, and a major foundry partnership have created positive momentum for Intel ahead of its earnings.

NASDAQ:INTCNASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:MBLY
Read 3 Catalysts Converge on Intel Ahead of a Critical Earnings Report
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July 11, 2025 5:26 AM ET

Plug Power’s 20% Surge Signals New Commercial Growth Era

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A partnership expansion with Uline through 2030 validates Plug Power's production strategy and signals a pivotal new era of commercial growth.

NASDAQ:PLUG
Read Plug Power’s 20% Surge Signals New Commercial Growth Era
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July 11, 2025 5:00 AM ET

Chipotle: Too Spicy for Smart Money to Resist After Stock Split

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

A surge in options market activity suggests sophisticated investors are positioning for renewed growth in Chipotle following its historic stock split.

NYSE:CMGNYSE:TFC
Read Chipotle: Too Spicy for Smart Money to Resist After Stock Split
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July 10, 2025 2:36 PM ET

BigBear.ai: Why a 90% Rally Could Be Just the Start

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

BigBear.ai's month-long climb is fueled by key strategic wins in commercial and international markets, suggesting its growth story is gaining momentum.

NYSE:BBAI
Read BigBear.ai: Why a 90% Rally Could Be Just the Start
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July 10, 2025 12:13 PM ET

Nebius Group: Up 385%, Analysts Say It’s Still a Bargain

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Nebius Group’s revenue growth and specialized AI platform have captured Wall Street's attention, with analysts projecting significant future upside.

NASDAQ:NBISNASDAQ:NVDA
Read Nebius Group: Up 385%, Analysts Say It’s Still a Bargain
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July 10, 2025 7:41 AM ET

Are Growth Stocks Back? 3 That Look Like Winners to Buy Now

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Three companies are outpacing the market by leading secular trends in medicine, artificial intelligence, and consumer brands, creating durable growth stories.

NYSE:LLYNASDAQ:AVGONYSE:ELF
Read Are Growth Stocks Back? 3 That Look Like Winners to Buy Now

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Joby vs. Archer: The $10 Billion eVTOL Battle