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<p><b>The bestselling guide to holding steady through the stock market's highs, lows, and stable stretches<br></b></p> <p>When you decide to jump into the stock market, there’s a lot to know. <i>Stock Investing For Dummies</i> covers the factual and emotional aspects of putting your money into stocks. In clear, easy-to-understand language, this book explains the numbers behind the stocks, the different categories of stocks, and strategies for building a solid portfolio. On the flip side, it also addresses the emotional aspects of investing: setting goals, knowing when to sell, and balancing risk vs. return.</p> For nearly a century, the well-to-do have been building their wealth by investing in stocks. Here’s your opportunity to do the same. The sooner you start investing, the sooner you’ll see your money grow. Make that a reality by discovering:<br><br> <ul> <li>Approaches for investing for income or growth</li> <li>Steps for evaluating your financial health, setting financial goals, and funding your first purchases</li> <li>How to read stock tables and pull information out of stock charts</li> <li>What to look for on balance sheets, income statements, and annual reports to choose strong performers</li> <li>Advice for minimizing losses and maximizing gains</li> <li>Tax implications and how to reduce their impact on your earnings</li> <li>Suggestions on what to do and buy in a down market</li> </ul> <p>Put all of this information together, and you have a straightforward resource that helps you build and manage a portfolio that will serve you well for years to come. <i>Stock Investing For Dummies</i> gives you the confidence you need to send your portfolio soaring!</p>