This book explains dividends, bull and bear markets, brokerage accounts and what stockbrokers do, price-to-earnings ratio, and bid price, among other concepts.
Surveys the history and operation of the stock market, how securities are traded and bonds bought and sold, and how risk plays a part in saving and investing decisions.
Offers advice on selecting a stockbroker and explains various aspects of trading and investing, including margin accounts, investment clubs, and mutual funds.
Embarrassed that his father cleans offices for a living, Jeff Whitty gets involved in the stock market, hoping to make enough money so that his father can quit his job.
