In this title, two entrepreneurial Icons share experiences andinsights into creating and building successful businesses. Whatmakes some business owners wildly successful? What separates theentrepreneurs who build businesses from ones who just seem tocreate more work for themselves? How, exactly do the world's mostprominent business builders seem to hit home run after home run?The answer: They have the Midas Touch. Donald Trump and RobertKiyosaki believe the world needs more entrepreneurs. For the firsttime, two of the world's most successful and influentialentrepreneurs will share their own Midas Touch secrets. Secretsthat will both inspire you to find and fulfill your passion as wellas provide you with the hands-on guidance you need to besuccessful. Through their real life stories of success, failure,perseverance and purpose, you'll discover how they do it andwhether or not you have what it takes to drive your ownentrepreneurial success.
The classic guide to the securities markets, revised to reflectthe realities of a new millennium. In the past decade, thecomplicated world of investing has changed--dramatically. Stocks,Bonds, Options, Futures is now thoroughly revised and updated tohelp novice financial professionals as well as individualinvestors, who want a better understanding of the securitiesmarket, navigate this daunting new financial terrain withconfidence. Stuart Veale, an investment industry veteran andrespected author, provides an insider's look at the marketrealities of today and tomorrow. This reliable resource examines the impact of recentdevelopments and current trends in the various securities markets.Among the topics Veale covers and has updated in this secondedition are: Internet-based trading and analysis The adoption ofthe Euro Changes in the way OTC orders are executed The varioustypes of securities, including money market instruments, USTreasury Securities, bonds, mortgage-backed securities, and stocksReal world applic
Are You Prepared for Another Lost Decade? "[Pring] seesanother 'lost decade,' but also ways to make it a winner". ("TheNew York Times"). Don't let the secular bear eat you. Prepare toearn steady profits in another decade of volatile and disappointingmarket returns. For more than four decades, Martin Pring has been aleading innovator and practitioner of financial and business cycleanalysis. In "Investing in the Second Lost Decade", Pring - alongwith seasoned portfolio managers Joe Turner and Tom Kopas - offersconclusive proof that we're only near the midway point of acontinued secular cycle of flat returns and deeply cyclicaleconomic conditions. To guide you through these uncertain times,Pring, Turner, and Kopas deliver a proven action plan for masteringthe realities facing today's investors. Using proprietary analysis,the authors explore the characteristics of long-term bear marketsalong with the looming dual threats of inflation and risinginterest rates - and outline positive steps you can take to cre
Regarded as one of the pioneers of modern investment theory, Philip A. Fisher's investment principles are studied and used by contemporary finance professionals including Warren Buffett. Fisher was the first to consider a stock's worth in terms of potential growth instead of just price trends and absolute value. His principles espouse identifying long-term growth stocks and their emerging value as opposed to choosing short-term trades for initial profit. First published in 1958, this investment classic is considered a must-read as the foundation for many of today's popular investment beliefs.
Even after the ruinous financial crisis of 2008, America isstill beset by the depredations of an oligarchy that is now bigger,more profitable, and more resistant to regulation than ever.Anchored by six megabanks—Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase,Citigroup, Wells Fargo, Goldman Sachs, and Morgan Stanley—whichtogether control assets amounting, astonishingly, to more than 60percent of the country’s gross domestic product, these financialinstitutions (now more emphatically “too big to fail”) continue tohold the global economy hostage, threatening yet another financialmeltdown with their excessive risk-taking and toxic “business asusual” practices. How did this come to be—and what is to be done?These are the central concerns of 13 Bankers, a brilliant,historically informed account of our troubled politicaleconomy. In 13 Bankers, Simon Johnson—one of the most prominent andfrequently cited economists in America (former chief economist ofthe International Monetary Fund, Professor of Entre
Somewhat controversially, Gad makes the point that value and growth investing are much more similar than most investors think -- value investors look for growth in the companies in which they invest. He then walks readers through the pitfalls that most investors fall victim too -- most of which involve not really understanding the margin of safety and how it is applied. Gad sets the stage by presenting the core value framework for beginning to advanced investors and money managers. With the backdrop of evaluating businesses (and not stocks), The Business of Value Investing introduces a blueprint to successful value investing with a focus on six key Buffett strategies. These essential points are presented and backed up with real-world case studies.
Warren Buffett is arguably the world’s greatest investor. HisBerkshire Hathaway stock, issued at $450 per share, is now tradingat an all time high of $94,000+! Buffett has his own unique investing style: he doesn’t buy whathe doesn’t know, he does not time the market, and he never listensto analysts or looks at stock charts. He does not care if themarket is going up or down. He advises people who can’t stomach acrash not to invest in stocks. His holding period is”forever.” He is, in short, the single best investor for other investors toemulate. And his methods work for both the novice investor as wellas the more seasoned veteran. Here is some of the recommendations in the book: ·Read Benjamin Graham, but never read anything with Greeksymbols ·Don’t listen to analysts ·Be fearful when others are greedy and greedy when others arefearful ·Focus on not losing money rather than making it ·Why predicting market direction is NOT the key to lon
YOU WANT LESS. You want fewer distractions and less on yourplate. The daily barrage of e-mails, texts, tweets, messages, andmeetings distract you and stress you out. The simultaneous demandsof work and family are taking a toll. And what's the cost?Second-rate work, missed deadlines, smaller pay cheques, fewerpromotions-and lots of stress. AND YOU WANT MORE. You want moreproductivity from your work. More income for a better lifestyle.You want more satisfaction from life, and more time for yourself,your family, and your friends. NOW YOU CAN HAVE BOTH-LESS AND MORE.In The ONE Thing, you'll learn to cut through the clutter achievebetter results in less time build momentum toward your goal dialdown the stress overcome that overwhelmed feeling revive yourenergy stay on track master what matters to you The ONE Thing isthe New York Times bestseller which delivers extraordinary resultsin every area of your life-work, personal, family, and spiritual.WHAT'S YOUR ONE THING?
As many investors know, gold is a “safe-haven” asset that can actually increase in value during stock market slides and times of recession. But what else do you really know about this commodity? Are you taking full advantage of it? Do you know how to work it into your overall investment strategy? This detailed tutorial provides you with a comprehensive understanding of gold, from mine to market. Jonathan Spall, a 25-year veteran of the metals market, explains everything you'll need to know for making gold a profitable part of your investment strategy. Investing in Gold gives you an inside look at how the precious metal is mined, refined, traded, and priced, along with valuable insight into gold's unique position in the marketplace. Spall explores such topics as: Simple and complex gold trading processes The pivotal role central banks play in the gold market Gold exchange traded funds (ETFs) How spot gold is traded Why gold mining companies have traditionally hedged
The greatest investment advisor of the twentieth century, Benjamin Graham taught and inspired people worldwide. Graham's philosophy of "value investing"-which shields investors from substantial error and teaches them to develop long-term strategies-has made The Intelligent Investor the stock market bible ever since its original publication in 1949. Over the years, market developments have proven the wisdom of Graham's strategies. While preserving the integrity of Graham's original text, this revised edition includes updated commentary by noted financial journalist Jason Zweig, whose perspective incorporates the realities of today's market, draws parallels between Graham's examples and today's financial headlines, and gives readers a more thorough understanding of how to apply Graham's principles. Vital and indispensable, this Collins Business Essentials edition of The Intelligent Investor is the most important book you will ever read on how to reach your financial goals.
The best investment guide money can buy, with over 1.5 millioncopies sold, now fully revised and updated.
An insider's look at security analysis and business valuation,as practiced by Wall Street, Corporate America, and internationalbusinesses Two major market crashes, numerous financial and accountingscandals, growth in private equity and hedge funds, Sarbanes Oxleyand related regulations, and international developments changedsecurity analysis and business valuation substantially over thelast fourteen years. These events necessitated a second edition ofthis modern classic, praised earlier by Barron's as a "welcomesuccessor to Graham and Dodd" and used in the global CFAexam. This authoritative book shows the rational, rigorous analysis isstill the most successful way to evaluate securities. It picks upwhere Graham and Dodd's bestselling Security Analysis - for decadesconsidered the definitive word on the subject - leaves off.Providing a practical viewpoint, Security Analysis on Wall Streetshows how the values of common stock are really determined intoday's marketplace. Incorporating dozens of
Graham and Dodd's Security Analysis is hands-down the most influential investment book in history. The classic 1951 edition is the first edition of the bestselling investment bible that was written during a time of economic stability and prosperity. It provides investors with techniques and strategies for profitable investing in an economic environment that most resembles today. Security Analysis: The Classic 1951 Edition features a far more contemporary focus on the wisdom and legitimacy of common stocks for individual investors. This essential addition to any investment library features: Graham and Dodd's original words and insights, unvarnished and still compelling Timeless methods for measuring asset values and cash flows, still a centerpiece of value investing worldwide Income statements and balance sheets moved to the front of the book for ease of use
Chances are you haven't been making the best investingdecisions. Why? BECAUSE THAT'S HOW WALL STREET WANTS IT "With asmirk, a lashing wit, and an appropriate irreverence, Browngives voice to what all investment professionals are--or shouldbe--secretly thinking." --MICHAEL SANTOLI, Barron's columnist "Thepages of this book are filled with colorful exposes of misconductin the way Wall Street presents and sells itself (and its financialproducts offerings!)...Run don't walk to read Brown's chronicles ofdeception [perpetrated by] those wonderful folks on Wall Street,who nearly bankrupted the world's fi nancial system a few shortyears ago." --DOUGLAS A. KASS, Seabreeze Partners Management, Inc."Everything you've ever read about Wall Street is a total lie.Everyone is lying to you every day. Until you read this book."--JAMES ALTUCHER, Formula Capital and author of I Was Blind but NowI See " wants Wall Street to be awesome. You can feel itevery day on his amazing blog and in this great book. He is happyto shou
The time was the 1980s. The place was Wall Street. The game wascalled Liar’s Poker. Michael Lewis was fresh out of Princeton andthe London School of Economics when he landed a job at SalomonBrothers, one of Wall Street’s premier investment firms. During thenext three years, Lewis rose from callow trainee to bond salesman,raking in millions for the firm and cashing in on a modern-day goldrush. Liar’s Poker is the culmination of those heady, frenziedyears—a behind-the-scenes look at a unique and turbulent time inAmerican business. From the frat-boy camaraderie of theforty-first-floor trading room to the killer instinct that madeambitious young men gamble everything on a high-stakes game ofbluffing and deception, here is Michael Lewis’s knowing andhilarious insider’s account of an unprecedented era of greed,gluttony, and outrageous fortune.
China is positioned to rule the economic world in the coming decades.Western producers find it impossible to compete with China's 60-cents-per-hour average labor costs,and its manufacturing sectors continue to grow exponentially.Export markets are flooded with high-quality,brand-name consumer goods produced in China.In addition to fueling China's dynamic growth curve,this exploding industrial sector has created a new class of worker with unprecedented disposable income and the desire to spend it on,of course,Chinese-produced goods. It's an investment opportunity that,on this immense scale,you most likely won't see again in your lifetime.But how can you cut across cultural,language,and geographical barriers to put your investment dollars to work in China,today? From Wall Street to the Great Wall shows you how to identify opportunities and invest safely and profitably in the expanding Chinese economy.Researched and written by executives with Mergent,Inc.—the most authoritative global resource for Chines
Before I became “Phil Town, teacher of investing principles tomore than 500,000 people a year,” I was a lot like you: someone whoviewed individual stock investing as way too hard to dosuccessfully. As a guy who barely made a living as a river guide, Iconsidered the whole process pretty impenetrable, and I wasconvinced that to do it right you had to make it a full-time job.Me, I was more interested in having full-time fun. So I was tempted to do what you’re probably doing right now:letting some mutual fund manager worry about growing your nest egg.Let me tell you why that decision could one day make you absolutelymiserable.
"Aswath Damodaran is simply the best valuation teacher around. If you are interested in the theory or practice of valuation, you should have Damodaran on Valuation on your bookshelf. You can bet that I do." -- Michael J. Mauboussin, Chief Investment Strategist, Legg Mason Capital Management and author of More Than You Know: Finding Financial Wisdom in Unconventional Places In order to be a successful CEO, corporate strategist, or analyst, understanding the valuation process is a necessity. The second edition of Damodaran on Valuation stands out as the most reliable book for answering many of today s critical valuation questions. Completely revised and updated, this edition is the ideal book on valuation for CEOs and corporate strategists. You'll gain an understanding of the vitality of today s valuation models and develop the acumen needed for the most complex and subtle valuation scenarios you will face.
Trader Vic — Methods of a Wall Street Master Investmentstrategies from the man Barron’s calls "The Ultimate Wall StreetPro" "Victor Sperandeo is gifted with one of the finest minds Iknow. No wonder he’s compiled such an amazing record of success asa money manager. Every investor can benefit from the wisdom heoffers in his new book. Don’t miss it!" —Paul Tudor Jones TudorInvestment Corporation "Here’s a simple review in three steps: 1.Buy this book! 2. Read this book! 3. See step 2. For those whocan’t take a hint, Victor Sperandeo with T. Sullivan Brown haswritten a gem, a book of value for everyone in the markets, whetheregghead, novice or seasoned speculator." —John Sweeney TechnicalAnalysis of Stocks and Commodities "Get Trader Vic-Methods of aWall Street Master by Victor Sperandeo, read it over and over andyou’ll never have a losing year again." —Yale Hirsch Smart Money "Ihave followed Victor Sperandeo’s advice for ten years, and theresults have been outstanding. This book is a
An updated edition of the bestselling collection of timeless wisdom from the world's greatest investor Readers of Warren Buffett's letters to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders have gained an enormously valuable informal education in the art of investing.
The True Life Story and Time-Tested Strategies of the World’sGreatest Trader "Excellent read! Captures the spirit and times of JesseLivermore, legendary trader. The book tracks two major marketcrashes, love affairs, the shooting of Jesse Jr. by his mother, andtwo family suicides. . . . Never a dull moment." –Ace Greenberg,Chairman, Bear Stearns "Terrific. I started reading it when we took off from Seoul’sKimbo Airport on my way to Germany. By the time we reachedNovosibirsk, Russia . . . I had finished it. I just couldn’t put itdown! Not only is it a great lesson in investing and trading, it’sa fascinating psychological study of what makes a great speculatortick. The rise and fall of a great speculator as well as the riseand fall of his family is great reading. The fact that it is basedon interviews with Livermore’s survivors and witnesses to theevents makes it even more interesting. Great writing."–Mark Mobius,Managing Director, Templeton Asset Management "As one of the
