Jessica Mitacek, Associate Editor & Contributing Author at MarketBeat

Jessica Mitacek

About Jessica Mitacek

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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

Image of the stocks in the Dow
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
Chinese stock chart representative with flag and candlesticks
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
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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
What is consumer discretionary? Image of a ticker symbol on a screen labeled consumer discretionary
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

Photo of the Lucid Air electric vehicle. Lucid Motors Leads Luxury EVs: Charging Innovations.

Lucid Motors: Charging Forward in the Luxury EV Market

Jeffrey Neal Johnson

Lucid Group's Q1 2024 earnings report shows the company’s path to profitability while demonstrating strong growth potential.

NASDAQ:LCID
Read Lucid Motors: Charging Forward in the Luxury EV Market
Photo of the Lucid Air electric vehicle. Lucid Stock Forecast: New Lows as Prices Continue to Decline.

Lucid’s Stock Price is Still in Reverse: New Lows Are Coming

Thomas Hughes

Lucid Group increased deliveries and revenue but fell short of consensus and lost more than expected as R&D spending cut into results.

NASDAQ:TSLANASDAQ:LCID
Read Lucid’s Stock Price is Still in Reverse: New Lows Are Coming
Photo of a large generator. Generac Leads Electrification: Key Strategies and Impact.

Generac Powers Ahead on the Electrification Mega-Trend

Jea Yu

Backup power generation systems provider Generac Holdings Inc. (NYSE: GNRC) is attempting to recover from its Q1 2024 earnings selloff.

NYSE:GNRCNYSE:CMINYSE:TEX
Read Generac Powers Ahead on the Electrification Mega-Trend
Photo of a new construction home in the process of being built. PulteGroup Profits Surge as Rate Cuts Boost Housing Market.
May 8, 2024 8:46 AM ET

PulteGroup Wins and Wins More on Interest Rate Cuts

Jea Yu

Despite a soft housing market, PulteGroup is thriving as new home sales rose 8.8% in March 2024, while existing home sales fell 4.3% to 4.3 million.

NYSE:PHMNASDAQ:ZGNASDAQ:Z
Read PulteGroup Wins and Wins More on Interest Rate Cuts
Photo of a can of Celsius beverage. Celsius Stock Dips Post-Earnings: A Wake-Up Call?
May 8, 2024 5:45 AM ET

Celsius Stock’s Post-Earnings Morning Dip, Better than Coffee

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

The dip on Celsius stock is one to watch out for, as the company reports blowout financial results, analysts see double-digit growth ahead this year.

NASDAQ:CELHNASDAQ:MNSTNYSE:KO
Read Celsius Stock’s Post-Earnings Morning Dip, Better than Coffee
Photo of Chegg headquarters. Chegg AI Struggles, CEO Discusses Challenges During Transition.
May 8, 2024 5:30 AM ET

Chegg Chokes on AI Attempt, CEO Talks it Up As He Passes Torch

Jea Yu

Chegg beat Q1 2024 EPS by a penny but lowered its top and bottom line estimates for Q2 2024 as CheggMate AI isn't helping.

NYSE:CHGGNYSE:COURNYSE:LRN
Read Chegg Chokes on AI Attempt, CEO Talks it Up As He Passes Torch
Photo of the Logitech logo against a backdrop of a financial chart. Does Logitech Earnings Surprise Indicate a Video Gaming Rebound?
May 8, 2024 5:15 AM ET

Does Logitech’s EPS Beat Signal the Rebound of Video Gaming?

Jea Yu

Computer gaming and accessories manufacturer Logitech International S.A. (NASDAQ: LOGI) saw strength in its video gaming segment in Q1 2024.

NASDAQ:LOGINASDAQ:MSFTNASDAQ:AAPL
Read Does Logitech’s EPS Beat Signal the Rebound of Video Gaming?
Photo of the Upwork for Freelancers mobile app login page on a smartphone laying on keyboard. Upwork Thrives in the Expanding AI Gig Economy
May 8, 2024 5:00 AM ET

Upwork Capitalizes on the Growing AI Gig Economy

Jea Yu

Upwork’s Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning segment saw 50% YoY gross service volume in Q1 2024 as it unveiled its AI bot Uma, the Mindful AI.

NASDAQ:UPWKNYSE:FVRRASX:FLN
Read Upwork Capitalizes on the Growing AI Gig Economy
Upclose photo of a Garmin smartwatch. Garmin navigates to new highs driven by wearables trend.
May 7, 2024 10:52 AM ET

Garmin Navigates to New Highs Driven By Wearables Trend

Jea Yu

Garmin posted record first-quarter revenues in its Fitness, Outdoors, Aviation, and Marine segments and reaffirmed full-year 2024 guidance.

NYSE:GRMNNASDAQ:GOOGNASDAQ:GOOGL
Read Garmin Navigates to New Highs Driven By Wearables Trend
Photo of a deskscape, where someone a Pinterest mobile user holding a table. Pinterest Prospers From AI Boosting Shop-Ability and Relevance.
May 7, 2024 10:07 AM ET

Pinterest Prospers From AI Boosting Shop-Ability and Relevance

Jea Yu

Social commerce platform Pinterest Inc. (NYSE: PINS) shares are climbing towards 52-week highs on the heels of a spectacular Q1 2024 earnings report. The rebo

NYSE:PINSNYSE:SNAPNASDAQ:GOOGL
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Photo of a collection of auto parts. 3 Auto Parts Makers Achieving Double-Digit Growth.
May 7, 2024 9:21 AM ET

3 Automotive Parts Makers Growing at Double-Digit Rates

Gabriel Osorio-Mazilli

With the automotive industry looking to make a comeback this year, three OEM stocks lead the way to deliver double-digit EPS growth and upside.

NYSE:KMXNYSE:FNASDAQ:VC
Read 3 Automotive Parts Makers Growing at Double-Digit Rates
Photo of cute dogs and cats sitting together. Freshpet surges 10% - will this pet stock hit new highs?
May 7, 2024 8:42 AM ET

Freshpet Surges 10%: Fresh Highs to Come for This Pet Stock

Thomas Hughes

Freshpet surged to a fresh high after solid results and guidance. More fresh highs are on the menu for this pet food stock.

NASDAQ:FRPT
Read Freshpet Surges 10%: Fresh Highs to Come for This Pet Stock