contrarian

[kuhn-trair-ee-uhn]

noun

1. a person who takes an opposing view, especially one who rejects the majority opinion, as in economic matters.

contrarian

/ kənˈtrɛərɪən /

noun

1. 1. a contrary or obstinate person

   2. ( as modifier )

      a contrarian investor

      contrarian instincts

Word History and Origins

Origin of contrarian¹

contr(ary) + -arian

Example Sentences

“With sentiment recently hitting extreme lows—a historically strong contrarian signal—the current pullback appears less like a warning sign and more like an opportunity,” he added.

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Investors should be extra cautious when thinking about being contrarians and buying losers at the end of any calendar year.

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Investor sentiment usually has been considered a contrarian indicator for the stock market, suggesting that it may be a good time to go in the opposite direction of the herd.

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David Tepper’s Appaloosa Management made some contrarian investments in the third quarter, buying out-of-favor stocks Whirlpool, Goodyear Tire, and American Airlines, according to its quarterly stock holdings report to the Securities and Exchange Commission.

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David Tepper’s Appaloosa Management made contrarian investments in the third quarter, buying Whirlpool, Goodyear, and American Airlines stock.

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