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

Hard-to-Find Bargain Stock Buys

The stock market's brisk fourth-quarter rally (which has since begun to stall) has made bargains more difficult to find, but here's a few.

It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas

Stock prices are drifting upwards and volatility is declining as the holidays near. So, here's a year-end reminder -- and a bold hope for 2012.

Before the Bell — Santa’s Back!

Just when you the Grinch stole Christmas, Santa makes a grand entrance. The 337-point surge in the Dow provided welcome relief for investors. But can it last?

Warm Up to Newmont Mining’s Golden Touch

The recent selloff in gold should abate in the next few weeks. For now, a few mining stocks -- and Newmont in particular -- look extremely undervalued.

Profit From These 9 Stocks as They Crash

Here are nine stocks aggressive investors should consider shorting -- and a couple tips to help keep you as safe as possible.