Charles Payne joined FOX Business Network in October 2007 as a contributor.

Payne is also a contributor to FOX News Channel (FNC), frequently appearing on shows such as "Cashin' In," "Cavuto on Business," and "Bulls and Bears." In addition, Payne is the chief executive officer and principal analyst of Wall Street Strategies, an independent stock market research firm he founded in 1991.

Widely recognized as a leader in the analyst community, Payne's first book, "Be Smart, Act Fast, Get Rich," was published in May 2007.

Payne began his career on Wall Street as an analyst at E.F. Hutton in 1985. He attended Minot State College and Central Texas College during his time in the United States Air Force.