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The Little Book of Common Sense Investing

The Little Book of Common Sense Investing is a classic guide to getting smart about the market. Legendary mutual fund pioneer John C. Bogle reveals his key to getting more out of investing: low-cost index funds. Bogle describes the simplest and most effective investment strategy for building wealth over the long term: buy and hold, at very low cost, a mutual fund that tracks a broad stock market Index such as the S&P 500.

About the Book

While the stock market has tumbled and then soared since the first edition of Little Book of Common Sense was published in April 2007, Bogle’s investment principles have endured and served investors well. This tenth anniversary edition includes updated data and new information but maintains the same long-term perspective as in its predecessor. Bogle has also added two new chapters designed to provide further guidance to investors: one on asset allocation, the other on retirement investing.

Key Features

• Low-cost index funds as the key to successful investing
• Buy and hold strategy for long-term wealth building
• Tracking a broad stock market Index such as the S&P 500
• Updated data and new information in the tenth anniversary edition
• New chapters on asset allocation and retirement investing

Pros

• Proven investment strategy from a legendary mutual fund pioneer
• Low-cost index funds reduce risks and increase potential returns
• Buy and hold strategy eliminates the need for frequent trading
• Updated edition includes new information and perspectives
• Endorsed by Warren Buffett and other financial experts

Cons

• May not be suitable for investors seeking short-term gains
• Requires a long-term perspective and discipline
• May not be as exciting as other investment strategies
• Some investors may find the buy and hold strategy too passive

What to Expect

This book offers a solid strategy for building your financial future. You will learn how to build a broadly diversified, low-cost portfolio without the risks of individual stocks, manager selection, or sector rotation. You will also understand how to harness the magic of compounding returns while avoiding the tyranny of compounding costs.

Support from Financial Experts

Bogle’s investment principles have been endorsed by some of the world’s best financial minds, including Warren Buffett, Benjamin Graham, Paul Samuelson, Burton Malkiel, Yale’s David Swensen, Cliff Asness of AQR, and many others.

Part of the Little Books, Big Profits Series

The Little Book of Common Sense Investing is part of the Little Books, Big Profits series, which presents financial strategies in general and understandable terms. The series is perfect for investors at all levels looking to make smart decisions in the finance market.

Book Details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: October 16, 2017
• Edition: Updated and Revised
• Language: English
• Print length: 304 pages
• ISBN-10: 1119404509
• ISBN-13: 978-1119404507
• Item Weight: 11.2 ounces
• Dimensions: 5.2 x 1.1 x 7.1 inches

Customer Reviews

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