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Brad Simmerman

Web Editor, Cabot Wealth Daily

Brad Simmerman is the Editor of Cabot Wealth Daily, the award-winning free daily advisory.

Brad joined Cabot in 2020 after several years as a freelance writer and pool reporter for Courthouse News Service, and he strives to bring a reporter’s analytical eye to economic macro trends and the world of stock investing. Prior to his time as a professional writer and editor, Brad worked, in multiple capacities, as a Stock Broker with Charles Schwab where he worked with high-net-worth clients, trained dedicated active-trader teams on technical analysis and market mechanics, and resolved high-level client concerns as part of the in-house arbitration team.

Brad lives in Arizona with his wife, two children and dog Chewbacca (Chewy) whose name turned out to be far more appropriate than he could have guessed.

From this author
You don’t need to be independently wealthy in order to invest. Here are some ideas for investing small amounts of money that could pay off nicely over time.
If accurately identified, the double bottom chart pattern can signal a fortunate entry point for investors. Here is how to identify it.
Rocket Lab (RKLB) is gunning for SpaceX’s launch monopoly with the planned deployment of its Neutron rocket next year. Do they have what it takes to compete?
Costco (COST), Amazon (AMZN) and Walmart (WMT) are the biggest retailers in the U.S. and their stocks are going wild, but will tariffs next year slow them down?
Bitcoin rose above $100,000 for the first time in its history earlier this week. With renewed interest and a crypto-friendly environment, how high can it go?
Looking for income in this environment can be challenging, but a dividend ETF relies on the fund managers to do that work for you.
LEAPS investing can be an effective portfolio strategy for investing in high-growth stocks by trading one type of risk for another.
A bond ladder is a way of creating your own adjustable-rate income stream, by buying bonds or bond funds with staggered maturity dates.
With interest rates expected to remain higher than in years past, value stocks may once again get their opportunity to shine. Here’s three ways to find them.
In late October, McDonald’s (MCD) shares nosedived on an E. coli outbreak. Should it be a red flag for shareholders or is it a short-term overreaction?
Many investors are familiar with buying options for the big upside they can bring, but for income-focused investors, selling options can be an even better strategy.
Quantum computing stocks have been skyrocketing in the last week. What’s behind the move, and what do you need to know before you invest?
What seemed like a sci-fi dream 50 years ago is getting closer to reality, but is now the time to invest in flying car stocks?
I performed a study on the common threads in great growth stocks I recommended over a 10-year period. Here’s what I discovered.
In bull markets, the 200-day moving average is pretty useless. But during extended corrections like this one, it’s an invaluable indicator.
Spirit Airlines (SAVE) appears to have quickly reached terms with creditors that will keep its planes in the sky, but the outcome is bad news for Spirit stock.
Should you reinvest dividends? That depends on whether you want income or are trying to build up your investments, here’s how to tell which is better for you.
If you’ve looked at the dinner table and wondered if it’s hiding an investing opportunity, here are the six Thanksgiving stocks that are right in front of you.
Bitcoin is at all-time highs and looks ready to keep running, at least in the short term. Here are three Bitcoin stocks that you can use to play the rally.
Tesla (TSLA) stock has risen more than 20% since polls closed on speculation about CEO Elon Musk’s new political role, but will policy changes spoil the party?
LEAP call options are an excellent entry point for new option investors. Here are 3 reasons buying LEAPS can beat buying stocks.
Five of the Magnificent Seven stocks—Alphabet, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon and Apple—report earnings this week. Here’s what to watch for.
Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway has two big oil stock positions, but his recent trading history shows which of the two is the better play on a recovery in oil.
Low-beta stocks move less than the overall market and, if you’re concerned about volatility, they can add stability to your portfolio.
Certain types of stocks require special handling—here’s how to use stop-losses on small-cap stocks to avoid losses or protect gains.
McDonald’s (MCD) stock fell nearly 10% overnight after news of an E. coli outbreak. Here’s how similar outbreaks have impacted other restaurant stocks.
Depending on how sophisticated you are, you can save on your living trust cost by creating it yourself or with the help of an online service.
“The Wheel” is an income-producing options strategy that can be used indefinitely on stocks you’re bullish on to generate income without taking on added risk.
Finding a stock that trades at a steep discount or less than what the business is worth can lead to big returns. Here are three ways to find a bargain stock.
Hindenburg Research released a short report on Roblox (RBLX) stock that, while certainly well-researched, fails to see the forest for the trees.