justme27 is offline justme27 Post #1  December 16,2009, 5:57pm
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So if you are a new investor and want to learn more about the market here is a small list of books that I have found helpful! This list is not at all comprehensive, members feel free to add more books! Even include books that you found were unhelpful and not worth the money that way we can steer clear of these books and invest in better books:

For the stock market:

Introduction to the market and all of the available options:
Jeremy Siegal's Stocks for the Long Run: this book is a classic and should be a part of every investors library! It goes from the very basic details of the market and its history to the more complicated details of the market. Worth a read and re-read as you become a more serious investor you will find this book will be invaluable as a reference and not just a how-to.

Intermediate reading regarding the Market:
Benjamin Graham's the Intelligent Investor: another classic in the world of the stock market! It goes through the basics but at an advanced level. Benjamin Graham is a genius in the industry, everything he has ever written is beneficial.

The Essays of Warren Buffet: Lessons for Investors and Managers. A great read for just an overall perspective of the market as well as an overall perspective on life.

Philip A. Fisher's Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits: this is a more detailed analysis of what to look for in particular stocks at an intermediate level of knowledge. Just a great read all together.

Advanced Study in Stocks:
Benjamin Graham's Fundamental Analysis: this is where Benjamin Graham really shines. He is one of the father of fundamental analysis. This book is detailed and will show you every aspect of individual stock to look for to determine whether to buy. Not an easy read! However, well worth it!

Real Estate Finance:

John W. Bruce Real Estate Finance (part of the in a nutshell reading) A difficult but thorough in its description of the real estate finance market.

Options Market:

John C. Hull's Options, Futures, and Other Derivatives: This books is super-technical and requires a strong math background. However, it is a necessary read for anyone planning to trade in the derivatives market. I suggest reading this one last and only if you really plan on being a serious investor.

Currency Market:

Currency Trading for Dummies: I'm not a fan of the Dummies series, maybe I just don't like the title, but this one is rather good. I'm new to the Forex market and this book really has been guiding me through the in and outs of the market.


Ok, I know I left a lot out but that is what you are here for--to add to this list your own knowledge and experience. So please feel free to post!
 
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For a lot of people, reading books about finance would be duller than watching the grass grow. I was a finance major in school, and I don't even like it much. I pass by Warren Buffet's house on the way to work every day and am a fan, but I haven't read any of the books about him.

The best resource out there for the average person in managing their own finances, in my opinion, is Money Magazine. It's articles are simple and relate themselves to real people's situations. Their main core of advice of sticking to low-fee mutual funds for most people's investments is excellent. They regularly cover all sorts of topics of financial interest including real estate, college saving, retirement saving, and general investment strategies. When they screen and rank mutual funds and stocks, I think they come up with excellent recommendations.

It's the only financial publication I read (except for an occasional glance at the Wall Street Journal when I travel). Well, that and my 401(k) statements!
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Understanding Financial Statements by Fraser and Ormiston-It can be used as a reference if any particular term or concept has you turned aroun, but it also does a good job of lining up statement items and what an investor should be looking for. Not something you'd want to read straight through, but good book to just have on hand.
 
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Another magazine I would recommend is The Economist. It's published once a week. I guarantee you, you will be fully informed about global market every week just by reading this magazine.
 
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