Richard Hunter
Richard is one of the most high profile, well respected and frequently quoted stock market commentators in the UK. As Head of UK Equities at Hargreaves Lansdown, one of the UK’s largest stockbrokers, he is a regular guest on BBC, ITV, CNBC, Bloomberg and Sky television and can also be heard giving his market views on national radio. Richard is often invited by the national press to share his views about the issues of the day and can usually be found commentating in many of the Sunday newspapers.
As a Fellow of the Securities Institute with over 20 years of market experience Richard is a highly experienced and successful stockbroker.
Someone’s knockin’ at the door (part two)
17- Apr
-2008
In last week’s article, we looked at the factors surrounding the rise of Sovereign Wealth Funds, and this week we examine why this has caused some unease in certain global quarters. Someone’s knockin’ at the door (part one) 17- Apr -2008
A growing and potentially market positive trend has been the continuing rise to prominence of Sovereign Wealth Funds, or SWFs. Feeling the heat 7- Feb -2008
The emergence of so-called “boiler rooms” is something of which investors need to be extremely wary. Leading by example 11- Jan -2008
Market watchers, analysts and investors look for many things when valuing a company and estimating its future prospects, but one of the often overlooked areas is that of Directors’ dealings. Harnessing the tiger 10- Dec -2007
They may at times be volatile markets and, like any other, they do not rise in a straight line, but the world’s emerging economies continue their strong run. Police Caution 9- Nov -2007
In deciding to maintain interest rates – for the moment – at 5.75%, the Monetary Policy Committee has clearly indicated that the current economic situation is a complex one to call. Santa blues? 25- Oct -2007
For the last two years, retailers in general have been warning of an impending consumer slowdown and the usual pressure on margins. In a class of its own 1- Oct -2007
“You have a choice between the natural stability of gold and the honesty and intelligence of the members of government. And with all due respect for those gentlemen, I advise you, as long as the capitalist system lasts, vote for gold”. - William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice Gone fishin’ 7- Sep -2007
The current nervousness in the markets has been well covered over recent weeks, and it would appear that until the breadth and depth of the credit contagion is fully known, this uncertainty will prevail. Mines a large one 13- Aug -2007
They may not be household names but, just as the sign of the times around the Millennium was a swathe of dot.com companies reaching the FTSE100, so there has been a quiet invasion over recent years – the mining stocks. Gestalt 19- Jul -2007
Defined as “A collection of physical…entities that creates a unified concept, configuration or pattern which is greater than the sum of its parts.” Gestalt 19- Jul -2007
Defined as “A collection of physical…entities that creates a unified concept, configuration or pattern which is greater than the sum of its parts.” They think it's all over 9- Jul -2007
The latest (expected) rise in interest rates to 5.75% has led to a groundswell of commentators predicting the end of the Merger & Acquisition boom, as lenders become less willing to finance loans for takeover purposes. For wetter or worse 22- Jun -2007
Even though the Met Office is predicting a warm summer in 2007, it maintains that the heatwaves of 2006 are unlikely to be repeated. And, in the blue corner.... 8- Jun -2007
It seems that the bulls have gone on holiday as, over the last few days, the bears have taken centre stage. On this day 3- May -2007
On May 3, 1955, BBC’s 18 year TV monopoly was brought to an end by the arrival of a new TV channel, the Independent Television Authority – ITA now being universally known as ITV. Dear Gordon.... 19- Apr -2007
Another cat amongst the pigeons! Right said Fed 3- Apr -2007
In these uncertain times, the market becomes particularly sensitive to a clear lack of direction. Trends of the Earth 12- Mar -2007
Over recent years, ethical investing has become a real alternative to the mainstream, as an ever increasing number of Investment Trusts, Unit Trusts/funds and OEICs (all of which you can invest in through Hargreaves Lansdown) become available. Emotional Press Queue 22- Feb -2007
Move over estate agents and traffic wardens, there is a new kid on the block. The war in your home 5- Feb -2007
Just where will it all end? Something of a shocker 15- Jan -2007
How the market hates surprises! Return of the Cyber vend 7- Dec -2006
The recent comments from Woolworths have served a timely reminder that it is tough on the High Street. The season of goodwill 21- Nov -2006
Not only has bid activity been a major driver in the current bull market, but if the estimates are correct, there may be more to come. House of the rising run 6- Nov -2006
Not that it was ever far away, but the property sector is back in focus. Joining the Foreign Region 9- Oct -2006
Most investors, quite rightly, invest only in companies they understand. By definition, these companies tend to be UK based – they are easier to research, to see and to experience Trade roots 20- Sep -2006
We are, of course, all familiar with the terms “bull” and “bear” to signify rising and falling markets respectively. The origins of these phrases, as one might expect, goes back hundreds of years. Worth the paper it's written on? 17- Jul -2006
Is there a Stock Market equivalent to stamp collecting, coin collecting, or even fine art appreciation? Is it just an English thing? 29- Jun -2006
Why do we go to such lengths to discredit individuals or companies who are successful? Quite apart from the now legendary pillories of a certain Mr Beckham, even if he is popular after this weekend - and the late George Best before him, Richard Branson and even Winston Churchill in his time – we seem to like the idea of the underdog until the underdog becomes a pedigree.
In last week’s article, we looked at the factors surrounding the rise of Sovereign Wealth Funds, and this week we examine why this has caused some unease in certain global quarters. Someone’s knockin’ at the door (part one) 17- Apr -2008
A growing and potentially market positive trend has been the continuing rise to prominence of Sovereign Wealth Funds, or SWFs. Feeling the heat 7- Feb -2008
The emergence of so-called “boiler rooms” is something of which investors need to be extremely wary. Leading by example 11- Jan -2008
Market watchers, analysts and investors look for many things when valuing a company and estimating its future prospects, but one of the often overlooked areas is that of Directors’ dealings. Harnessing the tiger 10- Dec -2007
They may at times be volatile markets and, like any other, they do not rise in a straight line, but the world’s emerging economies continue their strong run. Police Caution 9- Nov -2007
In deciding to maintain interest rates – for the moment – at 5.75%, the Monetary Policy Committee has clearly indicated that the current economic situation is a complex one to call. Santa blues? 25- Oct -2007
For the last two years, retailers in general have been warning of an impending consumer slowdown and the usual pressure on margins. In a class of its own 1- Oct -2007
“You have a choice between the natural stability of gold and the honesty and intelligence of the members of government. And with all due respect for those gentlemen, I advise you, as long as the capitalist system lasts, vote for gold”. - William Shakespeare, The Merchant of Venice Gone fishin’ 7- Sep -2007
The current nervousness in the markets has been well covered over recent weeks, and it would appear that until the breadth and depth of the credit contagion is fully known, this uncertainty will prevail. Mines a large one 13- Aug -2007
They may not be household names but, just as the sign of the times around the Millennium was a swathe of dot.com companies reaching the FTSE100, so there has been a quiet invasion over recent years – the mining stocks. Gestalt 19- Jul -2007
Defined as “A collection of physical…entities that creates a unified concept, configuration or pattern which is greater than the sum of its parts.” Gestalt 19- Jul -2007
Defined as “A collection of physical…entities that creates a unified concept, configuration or pattern which is greater than the sum of its parts.” They think it's all over 9- Jul -2007
The latest (expected) rise in interest rates to 5.75% has led to a groundswell of commentators predicting the end of the Merger & Acquisition boom, as lenders become less willing to finance loans for takeover purposes. For wetter or worse 22- Jun -2007
Even though the Met Office is predicting a warm summer in 2007, it maintains that the heatwaves of 2006 are unlikely to be repeated. And, in the blue corner.... 8- Jun -2007
It seems that the bulls have gone on holiday as, over the last few days, the bears have taken centre stage. On this day 3- May -2007
On May 3, 1955, BBC’s 18 year TV monopoly was brought to an end by the arrival of a new TV channel, the Independent Television Authority – ITA now being universally known as ITV. Dear Gordon.... 19- Apr -2007
Another cat amongst the pigeons! Right said Fed 3- Apr -2007
In these uncertain times, the market becomes particularly sensitive to a clear lack of direction. Trends of the Earth 12- Mar -2007
Over recent years, ethical investing has become a real alternative to the mainstream, as an ever increasing number of Investment Trusts, Unit Trusts/funds and OEICs (all of which you can invest in through Hargreaves Lansdown) become available. Emotional Press Queue 22- Feb -2007
Move over estate agents and traffic wardens, there is a new kid on the block. The war in your home 5- Feb -2007
Just where will it all end? Something of a shocker 15- Jan -2007
How the market hates surprises! Return of the Cyber vend 7- Dec -2006
The recent comments from Woolworths have served a timely reminder that it is tough on the High Street. The season of goodwill 21- Nov -2006
Not only has bid activity been a major driver in the current bull market, but if the estimates are correct, there may be more to come. House of the rising run 6- Nov -2006
Not that it was ever far away, but the property sector is back in focus. Joining the Foreign Region 9- Oct -2006
Most investors, quite rightly, invest only in companies they understand. By definition, these companies tend to be UK based – they are easier to research, to see and to experience Trade roots 20- Sep -2006
We are, of course, all familiar with the terms “bull” and “bear” to signify rising and falling markets respectively. The origins of these phrases, as one might expect, goes back hundreds of years. Worth the paper it's written on? 17- Jul -2006
Is there a Stock Market equivalent to stamp collecting, coin collecting, or even fine art appreciation? Is it just an English thing? 29- Jun -2006
Why do we go to such lengths to discredit individuals or companies who are successful? Quite apart from the now legendary pillories of a certain Mr Beckham, even if he is popular after this weekend - and the late George Best before him, Richard Branson and even Winston Churchill in his time – we seem to like the idea of the underdog until the underdog becomes a pedigree.
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