How to read the financial pages
by Peter Passell · first published 1986
100% recommend
"The world of securities has its own special language, and the successful investor knows how to read it. Here, in a single compact, easy-to-understand volume, is everything you need to master the vital yet often mystifying information published in the financial pages of newspapers and business publications. You'll find every term and symbol explained in detail as well as descriptions of how particular securities are used by investors, where to buy them, and pitfalls to avoid."--book cover.
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…bit dated now, but if you're just starting it gives a pretty good overview of the basic terms like what is a stock, a bond, options, futures, put, call, stop, limit, short, etc. Another similar book is How To Read the Financial Pages[1]. Again, probably a little dated, but I don't think much of the terminology has changed. I would still recommend index funds for the best returns, but if you want to follow the financial news it helps…
on “Ask HN: How did you learn about stocks and the market?” ↗When I entered Financial Services in London I was recommended this book as the bible: "How to Read the Financial Pages" This book really breaks down the finance industry from a component and historical point of view. Stocks, dividends, bonds, TBills, Eurobonds
on “Ask HN: What are the must-read books about economics/finance?” ↗I seem to be a 'know about finance HN user'[1]. I work for an Agency Broker[2] in London but the knowledge really comes from: * How to Read the Financial Pages [3] * Money Week subscription [4] --------- [1] http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=1304249 , http://news.ycombinator.com/item?id=667324 and others I'm too lazy to locate right now [2] as a Java Dev…
on “Ask HN: How come so many of you know about stocks/finance ?” ↗“How to Read the Financial Pages” is an excellent book. It covers most of Equities and Bonds and is often hilarious. It covers how governments finance themselves by issuing bonds, t-bills etc A fairly straightforward read for any…
on “Ask HN: Book recommendations for understanding financial systems?” ↗