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

Time to Update Microsoft, GE and More (MSFT, GE, DUK, PNY, ABBV)

Markets continue to reward stocks with strong earnings, and in some cases those making news. Here's an update on 5 stocks from both sides

INGN: A Breath of Fresh Air

This niche player has cornered the market in an important healthcare sector.

Wally’s Stunner Is No Reason to Leave Wal-Mart Stock (WMT)

WMT's recent earnings disappointment and forecast caught many by surprise, but Wal-Mart stock is still a long-term buy

Two-Way Traffic Again for Investors

With the recent rally starting to flatten out, it's time for investors to look at not only new buys, but also selling opportunities.

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If you would prefer to stop worrying about volatility, this REIT ETF is a great choice.