Sam Taube

Lead Writer | Stocks, ETFs, economic news

Sam Taube writes about investing for NerdWallet. He has covered investing and financial news since earning his economics degree from the University of Maryland in 2016. Sam has previously written for Investopedia, Benzinga, Seeking Alpha, Wealth Daily and Investment U, and has worked as an editor for Investment U, Wealth Daily and Haven Investment Letter. He is based in Brooklyn, New York.

Education: B.A. in economics from University of Maryland
Previous experience: Investopedia, Benzinga, Seeking Alpha, Wealth Daily, Investment U

Sam's picks

Growth vs. Value Stock Investing: Understanding the Differences

by Anna-Louise Jackson

Investing is often categorized into two fundamental styles: value vs. growth. Here are the differences between value and growth stocks.

ESG for Beginners: Environmental, Social and Governance Investing

by Alana Benson

ESG, or environmental, social and governance investing, is a way to build a more ethical portfolio.

How to Invest Your IRA

by Arielle O'Shea, June Sham

Here's a simple, four-step guide how to approach traditional IRA and Roth IRA investment options.

The latest from Sam

Smart Money Podcast — End-of-Year IRA Fixes Before Tax Time: Roth Contribution and Correction Strategies

Discover how to embrace “lazy” money management, maximize Roth IRA contributions and fix over-contribution mistakes.

Zero-Day Options (0DTE): What They Are, Risks

Zero-day options expire in less than one day. We're examining the recent popularity of "0DTE" options trading and its risks.

Moomoo Review 2024: Pros, Cons and How It Compares

Moomoo is a mobile-oriented broker that lets investors trade U.S. and foreign stocks, ETFs and options. Its fees and margin rates are among the lowest in the business.

NinjaTrader Review 2024: Pros, Cons and How It Compares

NinjaTrader is a futures-only broker that allows investors to trade commodity, stock index and crypto futures contracts for low commissions. It offers brokerage, IRA and paper trading accounts.

Sports Betting Can Be a Gamble for Your Financial Health

A breakdown of the important differences between sports betting and investing.

7 Best-Performing Cybersecurity Stocks as of September 2024

Here's what to know about cybersecurity stocks and ETFs, and how they respond to cybersecurity crises.

Deflation: Definition and What It Means for Investors

Deflation is negative inflation; a decrease in prices. Here's how falling prices can affect interest rates and stocks.

Taxable Income: Definition, How to Calculate It

Most forms of income count as taxable — but not all. Here’s how to calculate yours and some ways to reduce your liability.

1099 vs. W-2: Breaking Down the Differences

The 1099 vs. W-2 divide involves differences in job duties and tax implications. Here’s what to know, whether you’re a worker or an employer.

9 Best Crypto Wallets for 2025

Crypto.com Onchain and Ledger are some of the best crypto wallets for 2025. Wallets give you control over your digital assets.

The End of Chevron Deference Is a ‘Power Shift’ for Investors

The Supreme Court recently overturned the Chevron deference legal doctrine, potentially upending many financial regulations. Here’s what experts say it could mean for investors and the crypto industry.

Top 7 Consumer Staples Stocks: December 2024

Consumer staples stocks are shares of publicly-traded companies that sell “needs.” COST and WMT are some of the best-performing consumer staples stocks over the last year.

16 Ethereum ETFs and Their Fees, Promotions and Holdings

The SEC has approved eight spot Ethereum ETFs. Here's what to know about them, and how they compare to pre-existing Ethereum strategy ETFs.

Investing With AI: 6 Best-Performing AI-Powered ETFs as of December 2024

Is investing with AI a good idea? Here's the scoop on the 6 best-performing AI-powered ETFs, such as AMOM and BUZZ.

Does “Sell in May and Go Away” Work?

The adage "sell in May and go away" suggests that stock market returns are lower from May to November. Is it true?