Richard Band

Richard Band

Richard Band is the author of Contrary Investing, in addition to numerous investment monographs. He has appeared on financial radio and TV and has been quoted in The Wall Street Journal, Business Week, Forbes and other leading publications. Richard graduated from Yale University, magna cum laude, and has been a respected investment commentator since 1982.

Recent Articles

Walmart Stock Is Still a Buy Despite Global Turmoil (WMT)

Despite the broad market selloff and bleak short-term picture, Walmart stock is still a solid bet.

The Market’s Spectacular Bungee Jump

It's been a rough ride for the S&P 500 do far this year. Here's what to expect and how to invest on the news

Coca-Cola’s Partnerships Make KO Stock a Solid Long-Term Pick

Coca-Cola is poised for a comeback in 2016, making KO stock a good value at current prices for long-term investors.

A Bitter 2015 Bodes a Sweet 2016 for Hershey (HSY)

Hershey is transitioning for the long term with a switch to all-natural, higher-end ingredients, which makes HSY stock is a sweet pick.

BP: A Smart Contrarian Choice Here

BP is expanding at a time when rivals are pulling back, making BP stock a wise contrarian choice for the future.

It’s the Season of Hope

A modest rise in oil prices along with some momentum in the markets has us looking towards a hopeful 2016

This Is a Solid REIT for the Healthcare Sector

HTA has the MOB sector locked down for good reason.

If You’re a Contrarian, Shell Stock Is for You (RDS.B)

RDS.B is worth a look, as Shell stock offers an impressive dividend while management implements expansion and cost-cutting measures.

The Long Trail Back For the Energy Sector

Kinder Morgan's recent move to cut its dividend signals a start to a long road back for the energy sector

Qualcomm: China Woes Make QCOM a Bargain

This leading mobile chipmaker has always known how to pivot, so recent lawsuit won't keep QCOM down.