Forbes Greatest Investing Stories.

Richard Phalon

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An exciting follow-up to the bestselling Forbes Greatest Business Stories of All Time In the tradition of the bestselling Forbes(r) Greatest Business Stories of All Time, Forbes(r) Greatest Investing Stories focuses on profiles of fascinating people who have achieved success in a range of investing arenas. This volume chronicles old-time innovators like Benjamin Graham, the father of value investing; Hetty Green, the Street's first female stock picker; T. Rowe Price, founder of one of the largest mutual fund families; and Georges F. Doriot, the driving force behind the first publicly owned venture firm in the United States. Others featured include such modern-day legends as Tom Bailey, founder of Janus Funds; Marty Whitman, value investor supreme and manager of the Third Avenue Value Fund; and Muriel F. Siebert, the first woman admitted to the New York Stock Exchange. Packed with investing lessons, wisdom and even the story of the swindle of the century, Forbes(r) Greatest Investing Stories makes an engrossing read and a great gift for any investor or market mogul. Richard Phalon (New York, NY) has been a contributing editor at Forbes since 1980. He covered personal finance, Wall Street, urban affairs, and politics at the New York Times for sixteen years before joining Forbes. He is the author of The Takeover Barons of Wall Street and Your Money: How to Make It Work Harder Than You Do.

What will you learn from this book

  1. Diverse Investment Strategies: The book covers a wide range of investment approaches, from value investing to growth strategies, and explores how different investors found success using varied methodologies.

  2. Risk Management: Successful investors often prioritize risk management. The book discusses how investors assessed and mitigated risks while seeking opportunities in the market.

  3. Patience and Long-Term Vision: Many stories emphasize the importance of patience and a long-term perspective in investing. Some investors achieved significant returns by staying committed to their investments over time.

  4. Adaptability and Flexibility: The book highlights how successful investors adapted their strategies when faced with changing market conditions or unexpected events, showcasing the importance of flexibility.

  5. Learning from Mistakes: Investors' stories often include lessons learned from mistakes. Understanding and learning from failures are crucial aspects of becoming a successful investor.

  6. Value Creation: Successful investors focus on identifying undervalued assets or companies with growth potential. The book delves into how these investors created value through their investment decisions.

  7. Emotional Discipline: Many stories emphasize the need for emotional discipline in investing. Investors who remain rational and disciplined during market fluctuations tend to fare better.

  8. Innovative Thinking: Some investors achieved success by thinking outside the box or by utilizing innovative investment strategies.

  9. Continuous Learning: Successful investors are avid learners. They continuously educate themselves about markets, industries, and investment strategies.

  10. Philosophies and Principles: The book highlights how each investor often had a unique investment philosophy or set of principles that guided their decision-making.

Language English
ISBN-10 0-471-48491-1
No of pages 239
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Book Publisher John Wiley & Sons
Published Date 24 Oct 2001

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Author : Richard Phalon

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