Investing For Dummies 4th Edition

Written by Eric Tyson

Narrated by Brett Barry

It doesn’t matter if you have $100, $10,000 or $1,000 -Eric Tyson’s Investing for Dummies show you how to maximize your investment-the fun way. This hands-on down to earth reference cuts through the jargon and provides you with the techniques and strategies you need to make sound investment decisions based on you overall financial picture. Packed with expert tips, suggestions, and anecdotes, this book takes you through the often confusing and intimidating world of investing step-by-step. Starting with the fundamentals, financial guru Tyson guides you through the ins and outs of investing in the stock market, real estate and more. With easy-to -understand explanations, helpful advice, and a lot of humor this audio will become your trusted investment counselor.

• Language: English
• Publisher: HarperCollins
• Release date: Oct 31, 2006
• ISBN: 9780061230424

Eric Tyson

Eric Tyson, MBA, is a financial counselor, syndicated columnist, and the author of bestselling For Dummies books on personal finance, taxes, home buying, and mutual funds including Real Estate Investing For Dummies.

Reviews for Investing For Dummies 4th Edition

[Dee-tje · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

Good book. Useful tips for the American market. I live in Europe, but since I’m a dummy and new to stock, I like to learn as much as I can.

[Viduranga Edirisinghe · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

Very basic introduction to investing. Might be helpful for beginners

[rose laure · Rating: 5 out of 5 stars]

Really good ! Different subjects . I like the chapter talk about entrepreneurship qualities.

[SofaP · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

A lot of interesting information about the stock market, which helps you understand more. (Translated from Spanish)

[Jesus GF · Rating: 4 out of 5 stars]

TRADING PRINCIPLES

I read this book in the summer of 2015 (the book was published in 2013, not 2017 as stated in the Alibrate description), when I was starting to feel curious about the stock market and the markets, and I believe it was the first step of a long journey, both in learning and professionally. It was very educational and entertaining at the same time and helped me form a few financial foundations.

The "For Dummies" books seem to me to be a very good source of basic learning, which is why I have several copies from the collection. It is true that there are certain books that do not meet our expectations, but generally, you learn quite a bit, presenting a beginner-level topic in an enjoyable way, and this book fulfills that function.

Firstly, the author, Josef Ajram, is a well-known influencer, in my opinion, as he does not seem to be extraordinary as a businessman and as a trader. I think he is more of a great motivator, communicator, and a great salesperson. I have attended several of his talks and I believe he conveys his message clearly and concisely, but with a single purpose: to sell, and the truth is, he does that very well. With such a good use of marketing, he has managed to create a persona that has propelled him to fame.

Returning to the book, I would not have called it "Stock Market for Dummies," but rather "Day Trading," "Technical Analysis," or "Trading for Dummies," since although it does provide some basic notions about markets, its explanation is focused on "Technical Analysis" or "Trading." On the other hand, it is a type of analysis that is very visual, very easy to learn, but in my opinion, not very useful on its own when analyzing the markets. Although it is also true that it can be quite useful if complemented with other types of analysis, such as macroeconomic or "value."

If you are thinking of learning or starting in this world, I recommend starting with this book, which includes examples and enjoyable explanations that will make those beginnings much easier and may open up a lot of new possibilities for you. I have read many books about the stock market and financial analysis, in addition to my master's studies and beyond, and whenever a friend asks me, I always recommend starting with this book, as the teachings are very elementary and do not have a high technical level.

I do not give it 5 stars because it is not a "Stock Market" book as I mentioned, but I believe it is a book that anyone wanting to start in the markets or more specifically, in "Trading," should read. (Translated from Spanish)

[strokeboy_1 · Rating: 3 out of 5 stars]

This is a great book. If you want to learn the absolute basics of Investing and get a flavor of the advanced stuff this book is for you. After this book you will not only have a good knowledge of how the markets and investment vehicles work you will have a base to build upon.

[piefuchs · Rating: 2 out of 5 stars]

Repetitve. A bit too simplistic and gives some questionable advice.