Год выпуска: 2006 Автор: Ben S. Branch Издательство: Страниц: 296 ISBN: 0275990281
Описание
Football is often described as a "game of inches." First downs, scoring, and in/out of bound decisions that can determine the outcome of the game may even come down to fractions of an inch. Investing is similar: the difference between outperforming or underperforming the market may be a few fractions of a percentage point. As Ben Branch succinctly states, "successful investing, defined as outperforming the market averages, is not easy. And yet it is very much a game worth playing, particularly if you win." The key to being on the winning side is to understand the fundamental principles of investing--what it is and how it works--before making any decision. In this highly practical, non-technical guide, Branch introduces the reader to stocks, bonds, options, mutual funds, real estate, futures, and all of the other basic elements of the market. He debunks popular myths and misconceptions about investing and shows you how to avoid mistakes in order to invest wisely. An extensive glossary,...
