Brad Briggs is the Editorial Director of StreetAuthority. A veteran of the financial publishing industry, Brad manages the team of writers and editors responsible for our premium newsletters, free newsletters, and website. He formerly co-wrote our Maximum Profit premium newsletter and manages our premium subscribers-only newsletter, StreetAuthority Insider.
Brad bought his first stock in high school and has been hooked ever since. After graduating early from college, success in the market enabled him to pay off his student loans and buy his first house. And although he has experience in everything from momentum investing to options, one of his proudest investing accomplishments has been buying and holding on to Apple since 2014.
Brad believes that successful investing doesn't have to be complicated and that anyone can achieve financial independence regardless of background. As Editorial Director, Brad makes it his mission to demystify the world of investing for a wide audience. His writing has been featured in outlets like Yahoo Finance, Nasdaq.com, and MSN Money, among others.
An experienced powerlifter, Brad spends his time renovating and working on his property in Texas and tending to cattle when not following the market.
Analyst Articles
Crypto is in a bear market right now. But here are three reasons why you should get excited about cryptocurrency in the long run... Read More
Crypto is in a bear market right now. But here are three reasons why you should get excited about cryptocurrency in the long run... Read More
These indicators weren't designed for market analysis, yet traders rely on them again and again. Here's why that's a mistake... Read More
These indicators weren't designed for market analysis, yet traders rely on them again and again. Here's why that's a mistake... Read More
Once you have the basics of your portfolio in place, there's nothing wrong with swinging for the fences. Here's why... Read More
Once you have the basics of your portfolio in place, there's nothing wrong with swinging for the fences. Here's why... Read More
I watched as they carried my neighbor out in a body bag. She wasn’t very old, maybe in her early 40s. And she sadly died alone. When something shocking happens in our lives, it can make us introspective. It can also shine a light on the precious nature of time. Read More
The anniversary of a bold Bitcoin call, Tesla might resume BTC payments, and how crypto combats "debanking". Dive in for all the details! Read More
The anniversary of a bold Bitcoin call, Tesla might resume BTC payments, and how crypto combats "debanking". Dive in for all the details! Read More
Copper has been sluggish for most of the year, thanks to China. But the long-term push for green energy means there's still time to profit... Read More
Copper has been sluggish for most of the year, thanks to China. But the long-term push for green energy means there's still time to profit... Read More
If there's one thing I've learned in all my years of analyzing the market, there's one investment that always delivers... Read More
If there's one thing I've learned in all my years of analyzing the market, there's one investment that always delivers... Read More
Some people believe options are inherently risky. But this tactic reduces risk and is even suitable inside retirement accounts... Read More
Some people believe options are inherently risky. But this tactic reduces risk and is even suitable inside retirement accounts... Read More
There are several compelling reasons to sell stocks. Yet, there are just as many strong arguments in favor of buying. The market, after all, is always a tug-of-war between bulls and bears. Sometimes, neither will gain the upper hand, leaving the broader market drifting. There will certainly be volatile day-to-day… Read More
A common question we get often relates to the tax treatment of master limited partnerships, or MLPs. Let's dive in to learn more... Read More
A common question we get often relates to the tax treatment of master limited partnerships, or MLPs. Let's dive in to learn more... Read More
