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Little Book Of Behavioral Investing: How Not To Be Your Own Worst Enemy (2010)

by James Montier(Favorite Author)

3.98 of 5 Votes: 1

ISBN

1282849018 (ISBN13: 9781282849013)

languge

English

genre

Nonfiction

publisher

John Wiley & Sons

review 1: As an aspiring value investor, I found this a particularly interesting read. The author writes with a value investor perspective in mind and it is definitely an eye-opener on some of the mental challenges that value investors have to deal with and reinforces the point that going against market convention is truly not an easy thing to do. I certainly noticed that I was making some of the logical fallacies the book talks about!This is a relatively quick read that serves as a great introduction to the thought processes of market participants and reinforces why you can't make outstanding returns, in the long run, by going along with the market. It has certainly sparked my interest in learning more about behavioral finance. The book makes basic references to research projects d... moreone in the past, and some anecdotal evidence, that really serve to underline the points the author is trying to make. It's not an academic tome, however, and the whole book is written in a very readable and enjoyable style which should be accessible to all readers. You don't need a background in psychology or investing - although, obviously, the latter will help the reader appreciate the importance of the subject.Recommend this as a read to whoever is interested. As for me, I'm considering going through this book every now once in a while as a reminder not to make the same mistakes!
review 2: I normally prefer good fiction to good non-fiction...I read for pleasure. However, I enjoyed reading The Little Book of Behavioral Investing. It is written in an entertaining and "speak to the common man/woman" style. I learned a great deal about who I am, not only my investing behavior but in my everday decision making processes. I love the concept of "Empathy gaps" James Montier uses throughout this book. In brief, this book is interesting and thought provoking. If you read it you may, like me, learn a little more about yourself...this knowledge could be of great benefit in many aspects of your life. less

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