This book is written by the authors of The Wall Street Journal Guide to Understanding Money & Investing, which sold more than one million copies. Featuring clearly written definitions, vital facts, and straightforward language, this lively primer transforms the complicated world of investing into understandable terms and concepts. This book is perfect for anyone intimidated by financial jargon and looking for sound, trusted advice. It teaches you how to decipher the financial pages (NYSE and Nasdaq exchanges). Photographs, maps, flowcharts, tables, and figures effectively convey the meanings of key concepts. It contains informative fact boxes and anecdotes that provide real-world examples. It is comprehensive and user-friendly. The index allows you to quickly refer to specific topics.