The Market Savvy Investor Book

Top traders and money managers have historically been a breed apart from individual investors. With the growth of online trading, millions of investors are increasing their market sophistication by quantum leaps. They are searching for analytical tools, as well as more complex arenas in which to invest. Simultaneously, traders continue to seek out information that will give them an edge in their quest for profits.

Bestselling authors and long-time traders Howard Abell and Robert Koppel here unveil the "tools of the trade" that have long been the sole province of the most experienced and successful traders and financial managers. Their insights provide traders, money managers and sophisticated investors with cutting edge tools to:
-- focus on fast-evolving market sectors
-- identify opportunities in different asset classes and near-term market environments
-- analyze individual markets in bonds, foreign currencies, stock indices, precious and industrial metals, energy and foodstuff
-- use fundamental and technical analysis to develop a portfolio
-- understand and utilize asset allocation, sector analysis and sophisticated investment technology

They also profile four highly successful traders who reveal the techniques and methodologies that have helped them rise to the top.

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The coauthors of and stress the psychological aspects of developing a strategy for portfolio management. Includes tips from six top traders (one is a woman), a list of the major NASDAQ 100 and S&P 500 stocks traded, exchange and asset information, and a glossary covering "advance/decline line" to "volume." Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)