Fundamentals of Investing

by Gitman, Lawrence J.; Joehnk, Michael D.

• ISBN13: 9780321236852
• ISBN10: 0321236858
• Edition: 9th
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2005-01-01
• Publisher: Addison Wesley

Summary

Renowned for its writing style, trademark example method, and learning goals, Gitman and Joehnk's classic investment text is now in its Seventh Edition. Addressing the growing demand to learn how to manage personal investments and finances, the authors have turned the spotlight on individual rather than institutional investors. Their strong real-word focus includes superior coverage of mutual funds, international investments, and investment decision techniques. The new edition makes use of the Internet through exercises and cross references to Internet resources. An accompanying CD-ROM offers hands-on practice in analyzing companies for investment purposes. All these distinctive features ensure that Fundamentals of Investing will continue to define the market for years to come.

Table of Contents

The Investment Environment

The Role and Scope of Investments

Investment Markets and Transactions

Online Investing, Information, and Trading

Important Conceptual Tools

Investment Return and Risk

Modern Portfolio Concepts

Investing In Common Stock

Common Stock Investments

Analytical Dimensions of Stock Selection

Stock Valuation and Investment Decisions

Investing In Fixed-Income Securities

Bond Investments

Bond Valuation and Analysis

Preferred Stock and Convertible Securities

Portfolio Management

Mutual Funds: Using Professional Managers

Administering Your Own Portfolio

The Role of Derivative Securities

Options: Puts, Calls, and Warrants

Commodities and Financial Futures

Financial Tables

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