Mark Winkel

Mark Winkel is a U.S.-based author and entrepreneur who lives in the greater New York City area. He studied marketing at the University of Washington and started actively investing in 2017. His approach to the markets blends fundamental research with technical chart analysis, and he concentrates on both swing trades and longer-term positions. Mark's mission is to share tips and strategies at Steady Income to help everyday people make smarter money moves. Mark is all about making finance easier to understand — whether you're just starting out or have been trading for years.

5 Undervalued Energy Stocks for 2026 Oil Rally

by Mark Winkel

Discover 5 undervalued energy stocks still cheap despite XLE’s 40% YTD surge on Iran war and Strait of Hormuz crisis.

Navellier’s Fortress Portfolio: Private Credit Crisis Stocks

by Mark Winkel

Discover Louis Navellier’s Fortress Portfolio and the 5 A-rated stocks built to profit from a looming private credit crisis and market shakeout.

Kalshi vs Polymarket: The New Way to Trade the Future

by Mark Winkel

Trade the future with Kalshi and Polymarket. Discover how prediction markets work, their risks, key differences, and how to profit from real-world events.

Warning Signs Your Retirement Budget Won’t Last 25 Years

by Mark Winkel

Discover key warning signs that your retirement budget might not last 25 years. Learn how inflation impacts your savings and uncover strategies to retire wisely.

Best IPOs in 2026: Top 8 Mega Picks to Watch Now

by Mark Winkel

Discover Best IPOs in 2026- analysis, valuations, risks, timelines & why these AI, fintech & space giants could deliver explosive returns amid the 2026 IPO boom.

Chaikin Power Portfolio Review: Is It Worth Your Investment?

by Mark Winkel

Explore Chaikin Power Portfolio – a strategy to protect and potentially DOUBLE your entire portfolio and determine if it’s worth your investment.

Whitney Tilson’s The N.E.W. System: Is StansberryGPT Legit?

by Mark Winkel

Whitney Tilson’s N.E.W. System uses AI to beat stocks & bonds. Is StansberryGPT legit? Try it for $149 & see 339% gains in a risk-free trial!

Top 5 Bank Stocks to Avoid in 2026

by Mark Winkel

Bank stocks are crashing in 2026 amid Fed rate pause, stagflation fears, CRE exposure, and geopolitical oil shocks. Discover the top 5 to avoid now, with full technical analysis, risk breakdowns, and portfolio protection strategies to safeguard your investments.

Jeff Clark’s Delta Report Review – Is it Legit?

by Mark Winkel

In-depth Jeff Clark’s Delta Report review: how his “Breaking Point” options strategy works, what you get, risks, results, and whether this elite service is legit.

Top 3 Utilities Stocks With 3%+ Dividend Yields for 2026

by Mark Winkel

Discover top 3 utilities stocks offering over 3% dividend yields in 2026. Learn why these defensive dividend plays deliver stable income amid market volatility.