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Ask HN: What are good investing books for total beginners?
3 points by sidwyn on Aug 4, 2010 | hide | past | favorite | 2 comments
I've no idea what the stock market is. Take me as a total idiot. Suggestions away!



The Intelligent Investor. Written by Warren Buffetts mentor: Benjamin Graham.

The book appears more intimidating (bigger) than it actually is. In reality it is a very enjoyable read. I suggest reading the commentaries that go with each chapter before reading the chapter. They explain Grahams theories with more up to date examples.

Chapter 8 is also an excellent commentary on why markets move. I definitely recommend this book to anyone interested in the stock market.


If you want to forget about market timing, concentrate on asset allocation:

The Smartest Investment Book You'll Ever Read (Canadian audience) The Intelligent Asset Allocator (a more statistical approach)




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