A Random Walk Down Wall Street
by Burton G. Malkiel
A Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton G. Malkiel holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 12.8K reader ratings. First published in 1973. The book spans 464 pages.
About A Random Walk Down Wall Street
Using the dot-com crash as an object lesson in how not to manage your portfolio, here is the best-selling, gimmick-free, irreverent, vastly informative guide to navigating the turbulence of the market and managing investments with confidence.A Random Walk Down Wall Street is well established as a staple of the business shelf, the first book any investor should read before taking the plunge and starting a portfolio. With its life-cycle guide to investing, it matches the needs of investors at any age bracket. Burton G. Malkiel shows how to analyze the potential returns, not only for stocks and bonds but also for the full range of investment opportunities, from money market accounts and real estate investment trusts to insurance, home ownership, and tangible assets like gold and collectibles.Whether you want to verse yourself in the ways of the market before talking to a broker or follow Malkiel's easy steps to managing your own portfolio, this book remains the best investing guide money can buy.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Burton G. Malkiel |
| Published | 1973 |
| Pages | 464 |
| Genres | Business, Non-Fiction, Self-Help, History, Psychology |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,774 |
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What genre is A Random Walk Down Wall Street?
A Random Walk Down Wall Street is categorized as Business, Non-Fiction, Self-Help, History. Its primary genre classification is Science.
Is A Random Walk Down Wall Street worth reading?
Based on 12.8K reader ratings, A Random Walk Down Wall Street has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated."
How many pages is A Random Walk Down Wall Street?
A Random Walk Down Wall Street has 464 pages.
Who wrote A Random Walk Down Wall Street?
A Random Walk Down Wall Street was written by Burton G. Malkiel. It was first published in 1973.
What is the ISBN for A Random Walk Down Wall Street?
The ISBN-13 for A Random Walk Down Wall Street is 9780393325360.0.
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