The Intelligent Investor

by Benjamin Graham

First published 2006

Benjamin Graham presents his value investing approach that has guided successful investors since 1949. Graham argues that investors should focus on long-term strategies rather than market speculation. He demonstrates how to analyze stocks based on their intrinsic worth, teaching readers to buy securities when they trade below their actual value. The book shows how to build a defensive portfolio that withstands market volatility. Graham explains the difference between investing and speculation, providing concrete methods for evaluating companies and their financial statements. This updated edition includes commentary by financial journalist Jason Zweig, who connects Graham's original examples to contemporary market conditions. The book offers readers practical tools for making sound investment decisions while avoiding the emotional pitfalls that lead to financial losses.

Genres: business, economics, non-fiction, finance, academic

Vibes: thought-provoking

Tropes: educational

Period: 20th-century, 21st-century

623 pages · Paperback · Harper Business

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