The Basics of Investing, 5th Edition

INVESTING IN SECURITIES AND OTHER ASSETS.

Equity Securities.

Debt Securities.

Risks and Returns.

THE SECURITIES BUSINESS.

How the Securities Business Works.

Services of Stockbrokerage Firms.

The New York Stock Exchange.

Averages and Indexes.

ANALYZING SECURITIES.

Sources of Information.

Analyzing the Economy.

Analyzing Industries.

Analyzing Companies.

Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation.

Technical Analysis, Formula Plans, and Investment Strategies.

INVESTMENT ADMINISTRATION.

Making Investment Decisions.

Taxes and Tax Shelters.

Real Estate Investments.

Antiques, Gems, and Other Investments.

SPECIAL SITUATIONS.

Stock and Index Options.

Convertible Securities, Warrants, and Rights.

Commodities.

Appendices.

Glossary.

Index.