About David Cohne
David Cohne has 20 years of experience as an investment analyst and writer. Prior to StockNews, David spent eleven years as a consultant providing outsourced investment research and content to financial services companies, hedge funds, and online publications. He also served as a Consultant and Senior Investment Writer to NextShares Solutions LLC where he provided content on Exchange-Traded Products.
Previously, David was Vice President and Director of Research at The Rankings Service, an independent investment research and consulting firm that scored and ranked mutual fund managers. He also served as Vice President and Senior Analyst at Fundworks Inc, a financial newsletter publishing firm. David started his career in portfolio management at Adviser Investments, an independent wealth management firm. He received an undergraduate degree in Economics at Brandeis University and an MBA from Arizona State University.
David enjoys researching and writing about stocks and the markets. He takes a fundamental quantitative approach in evaluating stocks for readers.
Recent Articles By David Cohne
Why I Believe Gold Will Rally, and 3 Stocks That Stand to Benefit the Most
While treasuries and tech stocks bounced back, the rest of market continued its decline Friday. David Cohne sees inflation as a major risk for investors and believes that gold will start a new rally. This should benefit mining stocks such as Gold Corporation (GOLD), Newmont Corp. (NEM), and Kinross Gold Corporation (KGC).
Why RPM International Stock Belongs in Your Portfolio
Of the biggest stories this year has been the expected opening of the economy later this year. That has created an interest in industrial and chemical stocks that could benefit from an improving economy. RPM International (RPM) is one such stock that certainly warrants a look.
Retail Industry in 2021: The Complete Investors Guide
In 2020 the global retail industry was valued at more than $2 trillion dollars and that amount is expected to increase in 2021. Even though the e-commerce segment of the industry grew substantially last year, I believe that stores with brick-and-mortar locations, such as Target (TGT), Walmart (WMT), Costco (COST), CVS Health (CVS), and Best Buy (BBY) stand to benefit the most in 2021.
3 Stocks Set to Soar with a Rise in Consumer Spending
The S&P 500 looked to break a three day skid, but finished a touch lower to make it four days in a row. Investors appear concerned over rising rates over the short-term, but are optimistic for an improving economy and a stimulus bill. That bill should increase consumer spending and benefit stocks such as PPG Industries (PPG), Snap-on Incorporated (SNA), and Timken Company (TKR).
The Semiconductor Industry in 2021: The Complete Investors Guide
As the digital age continues to advance, so too does our reliance on semiconductors. This increased demand should drive semiconductor stocks, such as Kulicke & Soffa Industries (KLIC), Amkor Technology (AMKR), Vishay Intertechnology (VSH), Texas Instruments (TXN), and Intel (INTC) higher in 2021.
3 Top Industrial Stocks to Buy for an Improving Economy
The market finished the week up as stocks hit new fresh closing highs once again. These gains are driven by the expectation of the economy opening up later in the year. A rebounding economy is great news for the industrial sector and stocks such as Gibraltar Industries (ROCK), Owens Corning (OC), and RPM International (RPM).
Is Sony a Buy Amid the Chip Shortage?
Auto Manufacturers and electronics companies are struggling to meet demand due to a global chip shortage. This has hampered Sony's (SNE) ability to keep their new PlayStation on store shelves. Is the company still a Buy? Read more to find out.
3 Stocks That Should See a Boost From the 3rd Round of Stimulus Checks
The markets bounced back this week after last week's drop. Investors are focused on the President's $1.9 trillion spending package. If passed, the measure should provide an additional boost to the economy, while the vaccine rollouts continue and help people that need it the most. This could be a boon to stocks of companies such as Costco Wholesale Corporation (COST), Target Corporation (TGT), and Dollar Tree, Inc. (DLTR) that could see increased revenue as a result of the stimulus payments.
3 Pharmacy Stocks That Should See a Boost from the COVID Vaccine: CVS, Rite Aid, and Walgreens
The markets saw a return to volatility this week after mixed economic news, but David Cohne believes additional stimulus and accommodative Fed policy will lead to further upside. He is specifically bullish on pharmacy stocks such as CVS Health Corporation (CVS), Rite Aid Corporation (RAD), and Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (WBA) that should benefit from administrating the COVID vaccines.