Before making a decision to invest, it is imperative to look for specific financial, competitive and structural characteristics that signal that the problems are temporary. READ MORE +
“We understand the importance of focusing on cash flow along with earnings. At the end of the day, you can't spend earnings.”
Why we don't talk to company management.
We are not looking for short-term outlooks or positive spins. Here's what we look for... Ask UsPeter W. Sicher, CFA
Research Analyst
8
YEARS AT
OLSTEIN
OLSTEIN
20
YEARS EXPERIENCE
Peter Sicher has a time-tested record of conducting intelligent, fundamental research to understand a company's business model, strategy, future prospects and management effectiveness.
With a keen understanding of how motivations and incentives may influence investment decisions, Peter incorporates the growing field of behavioral finance into our strategy at Olstein Capital Management. Prior to joining the firm, Peter held the position of Equity Research Analyst for Health Care Services at Sidoti & Company, LLC, where he prepared numerous equity research reports for public consumption. Previously, he served as an Associate at Bond Street Holdings and as an Analyst at Capital One Asset Management. Peter is a CFA charterholder and a member of the CFA Society New York.
Peter graduated from Tulane University with a BA in Political Economy and from Carnegie Mellon University, Tepper School of Business in Pittsburgh with an MBA. While at Carnegie Mellon, Peter served as a portfolio manager for the Tepper Opportunity Fund, a managed, long-only US equity student-run investment fund.
Recent Insights
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Only traders and speculators should be concerned about short-term stock price movements measured in months, days, or hours. READ MORE +
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