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

Gold Gives a Warning Shot to the Market

By Richard Band Apr 19, 2013

Not to overstate the significance of gold, but it is an important bellwether of trouble ahead. Right now, it's signaling that stocks just can't keep rising on defensive sectors' strength.

Heed the Signs, Take Your Foot Off the Gas

By Richard Band Apr 11, 2013

Think corporate insiders are trading at a cheetah's pace for the fun of it? A correction's a-comin', and until it does, you should stay away from stocks and favor Treasuries instead.

Tiptoe Into Emerging Markets With EEMV

By Richard Band Apr 3, 2013

As emerging markets continue to stall, it may be time to buy growth at a bargain. This low-volatility fund will give you low-risk exposure to the sector.

Don’t Pay Luxury Prices for Consumer Staples

By Richard Band Mar 27, 2013

Sell your bloated consumer staples stocks now if you hold them in a tax-deferred account. Overpriced merchandise doesn't provide much protection in a falling market.

Try These 2 Substitutes for Stocks

By Richard Band Mar 21, 2013

There's no need to stand on the sidelines while stocks are expensive. If you look in the right places, municipal bonds and currencies can offer similar returns.