Best Investing Books Of All Time
Sammie Ellard-King
I’m Sammie, a money expert and business owner passionate about helping you take control of your wallet. My mission with Up the Gains is to create a safe space to help improve your finances, cut your costs and make you feel good while doing it.
Are you tired of feeling like a lost sheep in the vast field of investing? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered!
Our article on the best investing books of all time will help you navigate the wilderness of financial jargon and make sense of the ever-changing market.
And don’t worry, we didn’t just blindly throw a bunch of books together – our team of experts read each and every book before suggesting it. So you can trust that our recommendations are tried and true.
Let’s face it, investing can be daunting. But it doesn’t have to be! By reading these books, you’ll be learning from the best of the best in the world of investing.
You might even impress your friends at the next dinner party with your newfound financial wisdom (we won’t tell them you got it from us). So sit back, relax, and let’s dive into the best investing books of all time. Trust us, it’s more fun than trying to decipher stock market graphs on your own!
There are combination of paperbacks and audibles as we love to read but also sometimes it’s much easier to listen!
The Simple Path to Wealth - by JL Collins
This is essential reading for beginners looking to invest in the stock market and understand their personal finances. We even suggest reading this if you’re a seasoned investor as it contains valuable life lessons as well as sound investing advice.
J.L. Collins provides a road map to financial independence laying out key pathways to achieving this in an approachable and non-preachy way.Â
If you’re looking to make a fast buck then this book isn’t for you. Collins embodies the slow and steady wins the race strategy that we apply across our own investments to this day.
One Up on Wall Street - by Peter Lynch
Legendary Fund Manager, Peter Lynch has sold over 1 million copies of this book which we think should be top of any reading list for any investor.
Lynch describes how the average investor can actually hold advantages over institutions and professionals. He shows you how you can use these advantages to achieve financial freedom.
Lynch also discusses how investment opportunities are all around us and not only in the stock market. He shows you how to spot an opportunity before anyone else and timely invest before anyone else catches wind.
The book is focused on long term investing and helps you understand company financials in ways that are practical for you to use when researching a business.
The Little Book of Common Sense Investing - by John C Bogle
Vanguard Founder, John C. Bogle is one of the most influential investors of our time. This book should be read cover to cover by every investor or those looking to learn about the financial markets.
Bogle discusses how with just a little common sense and patience, every investor can win over the long term. He discusses how buying and selling often is a loser’s game as often once you deduct trading fee’s or spreads the profits you hold are less than if you just buy and hold great businesses for a low cost.
The book is packed full of in-depth insight and analysis that is easy to understand. Once you’ve read this book you’ll feel confident about building your own portfolios and have learnt some valuable skills used by some of the worlds biggest investors.
The Behavioral Investor - by Daniel Crosby
The 2017 bestseller explores how psychology can help inform the science of investing.
Dr Crosby explores how neurological, sociological, psychological factors influence investment decisions and looks at ways that individuals can alter their behaviour to help provide larger returns over the long run.
One of our main rules is to not invest with emotion and Crosby shows us how to identify certain feelings that can impact our decisions.
Crosby also shows us how to identify specific traits that’ll help us construct profitable portfolios and knowing ourselves inside and out can help us to become more rounded investors.
Rich Dad Poor Dad -
by Robert T Kiyosaki
Possibly one of the most famous investing books of all time, Rich Dad Poor Dad gives you powerful insight into creating wealth through the purchase of assets.
Kiyosaki takes us through a journey of his childhood and how the men in his life shaped his thoughts about investments and money.
The book assesses the difference between Kiyosaki’s own father and the ‘rich’ father of his best friend.
The book blows apart the notion that you need a high income to be rich and shows you how to make your money work for you. A must-read!
How to Achieve Financial Independence & Retire Early - by JD Roth
Roth was deep in debt in 2004 and has since turned his life around. Now a millionaire and financially free Roth takes us through 10 life lessons that will drastically impact our lives.
Financial independence is discussed at length throughout this book and the lessons will give you the tools you need to achieve this.
The lessons can also be applied in everyday life and will help you develop a collection of habits that will change your attitude towards money.
Roth will help you discover the stunningly simple maths required to achieve financial freedom. He also helps us examine the philosophy and psychology of why we spend, save and invest.
The Intelligent Investor - by Benjamin Graham
First published in 1949, Graham’s insight into investing still stands today. The book focuses on value investing and the power of picking stocks that are hugely undervalued.Â
Graham’s strategies have been coined by some of the worlds most famous investors and help show you how you can pick stocks without massive risk.
The revised book has added commentary by Jason Zweig who shows how today’s examples match up with Graham’s initial outlook. Zweig also shows us how to use Graham’s strategies in today’s markets.
What to consider when choosing a book?
Determine your investing level: Are you a beginner, intermediate, or advanced investor? The level of the book you choose should be suitable for your experience and knowledge level.
Identify your investing goals: What do you want to achieve through investing? Are you looking for long-term wealth building or short-term gains? The book you choose should align with your investing goals.
Look for books by reputable authors: Check the credentials of the author and their track record in the investing world.
Read reviews: Look for reviews from other investors who have read the book. Pay attention to both positive and negative feedback to get a well-rounded view of the book.
Consider the book’s approach: Some books focus on technical analysis while others focus on fundamental analysis. Determine which approach resonates with you and aligns with your investing goals.
Check the publication date: Make sure the book is relevant to the current market conditions. Some investing strategies may be outdated and no longer effective.
Here are some book recommendations based on investing levels:
Beginner:
- The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham
- A Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton Malkiel
- The Little Book of Common Sense Investing by John C. Bogle
Intermediate:
- The Essays of Warren Buffett by Warren Buffett
- One Up on Wall Street by Peter Lynch
- The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel
Advanced:
- Margin of Safety by Seth Klarman
- The Art of Short Selling by Kathryn F. Staley
- The Black Swan by Nassim Nicholas Taleb
Remember, investing books should be seen as a tool to enhance your knowledge and decision-making skills. Happy reading!
