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

Head Fakes Galore From Mr. Market

By Richard Band

U.S. markets are moving up and down based on domestic economic data and signals from Europe on its debt crises. Stay cautious but look for opportunities

Pay Less, Earn More on Your Investments

By Richard Band

The key to successful market investing is buying low to increase profit and offset losses. Indicators suggest a pullback is coming so wait for it and invest

No Need to Go Nuts on the Economic News

By Richard Band

The everyday ups and downs of the market leave little room for investors to take a breath and look over the information. Here is a chance to do so.

Pages of Purple Prose and a Healthcare Stock Pick

By Richard Band

The Supreme Court ruling will have its effect as time goes on for a variety of industries, but for now one hospital stock, WellPoint, looks like a buy

Wellpoint May Be Surprise Winner in Surprise SCOTUS Ruling

By Richard Band

After the Supreme Court ruling, its clear that managed-care providers like Wellpoint (NYSE:WLP) will get a large influx of new subscribers in the years ahead.

Buckle Up for Market Turbulence

By Richard Band

Markets are bouncing around every day, and it appears down days happen more frequently and with greater effect than up days. Be prepared for more of those days.

A Jump in the Hedges in the Market

By Richard Band

The markets free fall on Thursday was worrisome, but no concern for a crash any time soon. In the meantime, look for solid dividend paying stocks to ride it out

Party Time Ahead of the Fed Movement

By Richard Band

A market rally ahead of the Fed's post-meeting announcement may not be sustainable, and caution is advised in the portfolio.

Mutual Fund Dos & Don’ts

By Richard Band

Mutual funds can be a very profitable part of your portfolio. Follow these 5 tips to cash in.

Stars and Stripes and European News

By Richard Band

Markets have staged a rally, however news from Europe, particularly with Greek elections this weekend, will tell the tale for the coming summer weeks.

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