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Learn to Earn

A Beginner's Guide to the Basics of Investing and Business

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Learn to Earn

By: Peter Lynch, John Rothchild
Narrated by: Peter Lynch
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Many investors, including some with substantial portfolios, have only the sketchiest idea of how the stock market works. The reason, say Lynch and Rothchild, is that the basics of investing aren't taught in school. At a time when individuals have to make important decisions about saving for college and 401(k) retirement funds, this failure to provide a basic education in investing can have tragic consequences.

For those who know what to look for, investment opportunities are everywhere. The average high school student is familiar with Nike, Reebok, McDonald's, the Gap, and the Body Shop. Nearly every teenager in America drinks Coke or Pepsi, but only a very few own shares in either company or even understand how to buy them. Every student studies American history, but few realize that our country was settled by European colonists financed by public companies in England and Holland, and the basic principles behind public companies haven't changed in more than 300 years.

In Learn to Earn, Lynch and Rothchild explain in a style accessible to anyone how to read a stock table in the daily newspaper, how to understand a company's annual report, and why everyone should pay attention to the stock market. They explain not only how to invest, but also how to think like an investor.

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Valuable lessons for any investor

I listened to this from a recommendation on a blog and as I invest into a SIPP thought it would be a worth while investment of my time and money. Firmly aimed at new investors I found some really useful insights.
I'm sure if I remember to listen to this again and again it will ensure I don't make the regular mistakes of most investors and will maximise my returns over the long term.
I would recommend this to anyone thinking of investing of those not making the returns they want.

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Start here - ideal for beginners

I knew absolutely nothing about the stock market and investing when I started this book - I can safely say this book is the ideal beginners guide - it helped me to get my head around terms like “mutual fund” “market multiple” etc and feel more confident . Would highly recommend

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Why Lynch

Why did Lynch take break? Wish his family understand I know this because I've read Beating The Sreet.

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This book is perfect

All the basics of the stock market. Short and clear, you don't need any other investment book to be perfectly honest.

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Introduction to starting investor

Learn to Earn is a good short introduction to someone wanting to start investing in stocks...and a good repeat to someone who’s done it longer. Pay attention to fundamentals.

It’s a compact audiobook that reminds us about keeping basic things in mind. A few examples help the readers understand better what to keep in mind when choosing the companies. It won’t make you an overnight success but it will put you on a good learning path if you are willing to make notes.

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Good book

I'm a bit fan of Peter lynch. The book is short and sweet with enough information to keep you well informed and in tune with successful investors.

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Excellent, to the point and rich

Excellent, to the point and rich explanations. Truly recommend this short audiobook for anyone interested in understanding the mind of a value investor.

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Investing knowledge foundation

Great listen... still relevant after 15 years since the books release. Investing is a skill everyone should learn that schools dont teach. Peter lynch is definitely a go too for inspiration. Short and simple and extremely easy to apply this books knowledge into your life ;) .

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good listen for the Rookie retail investor

easy to digest, simple language on theoretically complex matters. Peter Lynch is also an outstanding speaker with wit and a calm, rhythmical voice.

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Very good explanation for beginners



This book gives a good introduction to investing from a business perspective. It also emphasizes the importance of investing and how having a long-term view can crucial. Peter Lynch explains the difference between the price of company and its story. He emphasizes that these can diverge and investors can benefit from this if prudent.

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