Best books for before investing

• "The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham:

  • Often referred to as the "bible of investing," this classic by Graham provides timeless principles on value investing and risk management.

• "A Random Walk Down Wall Street" by Burton Malkiel:

  • Malkiel explores various investment strategies and challenges the idea of consistently beating the market, emphasizing the efficiency of the market.

• "Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits" by Philip Fisher:

  • Fisher, a pioneer in the field of value investing, shares his insights on identifying high-quality companies and making successful investment decisions.

• "One Up On Wall Street" by Peter Lynch:

  • Lynch, a legendary fund manager, offers insights into his investment philosophy and the importance of understanding the companies you invest in.

• "Market Wizards" by Jack D. Schwager:

  • Schwager interviews successful traders in this book, providing a collection of stories and lessons from some of the best in the industry.

• "Flash Boys" by Michael Lewis:

  • Lewis explores the rise of high-frequency trading and its impact on the stock market in this captivating narrative.

• "The Little Book That Still Beats the Market" by Joel Greenblatt:

  • Greenblatt outlines his "magic formula" for investing, focusing on value and quality metrics to select stocks.

• "Reminiscences of a Stock Operator" by Edwin Lefèvre:

  • A classic novel based on the life of legendary trader Jesse Livermore, providing insights into the psychology of trading.

• "The Essays of Warren Buffett" by Warren Buffett and Lawrence A. Cunningham:

  • A compilation of Buffett's annual letters to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders, offering valuable wisdom on investing and business.

• "Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets" by John J. Murphy:

  • Murphy provides a comprehensive guide to technical analysis, covering chart patterns, indicators, and other tools used in market analysis.