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Jessica Mitacek, Associate Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Jessica Mitacek
About The Editor

Jessica Mitacek

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

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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
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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

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Bear Market Investing Strategies for Success

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Master the strategies of bear market investing to protect your portfolio and capitalize on opportunities during market downturns.

OTCMKTS:SEEK
Read Bear Market Investing Strategies for Success
Photo of 3 colorful eggs with one word each: 401k, Roth, IRA
August 21, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA vs. 401(k): A Comparison

Dan Schmidt

Compare Roth IRA, 401k, and Traditional IRA: Learn about their benefits, limits, and best uses. Discover more on MarketBeat.

Read Traditional IRA vs. Roth IRA vs. 401(k): A Comparison
Photo of a road splitting two ways with arrows pointing in opposite directions. Symbolizing how mutual funds and ETFs are similar but different choices.
August 20, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Mutual Funds vs ETFs: Key Differences

Sarah Horvath

This article helps readers learn the difference between ETFs and mutual funds, which share many characteristics but trade differently.

Read Mutual Funds vs ETFs: Key Differences
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August 19, 2024 9:45 AM ET

2 Option Strategies to Maximize Profits in a Bear Market

Jea Yu

The abrupt sell-off in the markets has traders concerned about not only giving up long gains but potentially missing out on short-selling opportunities in a fa

NASDAQ:AAPL
Read 2 Option Strategies to Maximize Profits in a Bear Market
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August 16, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Mutual Funds vs Hedge Funds: What's the Difference?

Dan Schmidt

Discover the key differences between mutual funds and hedge funds. Learn which is right for you based on investor status, financial goals, and risk tolerance.

Read Mutual Funds vs Hedge Funds: What's the Difference?
Conservative Portfolio: Strategies for Stability
August 15, 2024 7:00 AM ET

Conservative Portfolio: Strategies for Stability

Sarah Horvath

This article offers insights into the most commonly-used assets used in conservative investing strategies, and lays out pros and cons of conservative investing.

Read Conservative Portfolio: Strategies for Stability
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August 14, 2024 7:00 AM ET

How to Invest in Mutual Funds

Dan Schmidt

Learn how to invest in mutual funds with this comprehensive guide. Achieve your financial goals with smart investing strategies.

Read How to Invest in Mutual Funds
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August 13, 2024 7:00 AM ET

How to Trade a Long Straddle When Expecting a Large Earnings Move

Jea Yu

Earnings season is the time when stocks make large price swings based on how the market perceives their earnings reports. Earnings reports

NASDAQ:AMD
Read How to Trade a Long Straddle When Expecting a Large Earnings Move
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August 12, 2024 10:15 AM ET

How to Invest in Silver: A Beginner's Guide

Sarah Horvath

This article introduces the concept of silver as an investment class and contrasts it with the benefits of investing in gold.

NYSE:BBLCSE:SLVNYSEARCA:SLV
Read How to Invest in Silver: A Beginner's Guide
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August 7, 2024 11:50 AM ET

What Are Bonds? A High-Level Overview

Dan Schmidt

Learn about bonds: definition, key terms, types, benefits, and risks. Understand how they work, who issues them, and why they are important for investing.

Read What Are Bonds? A High-Level Overview
Photo of a person holding bitcoin of leather wallet
August 2, 2024 10:30 AM ET

Should You Invest in Bitcoin? Pros and Cons

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Should you invest in Bitcoin? Discover the benefits, risks, and steps to start investing in Bitcoin. Learn more with MarketBeat.

Read Should You Invest in Bitcoin? Pros and Cons
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July 31, 2024 7:00 AM ET

5 Aggressive Growth Stocks for Long-Term Investors

Sarah Horvath

This article introduces five of the top aggressive growth stocks and educates readers to the pros and cons of investing in growth-oriented assets.

NASDAQ:METANASDAQ:NVDANASDAQ:TSLA
Read 5 Aggressive Growth Stocks for Long-Term Investors