If you are interested in shares, ETFs or investing in general, you are definitely not doing anything wrong by reading a few good books on the subject.
On the contrary: books can help you understand the basics, avoid typical mistakes and enter the market with a clear strategy. 🧠📈
I have now read a few books on the stock market, some of which were rather average, but the following ones particularly impressed me and are absolutely worth reading in my opinion:
1️⃣ Without shares will be difficult - by Noah Leidinger & Florian Adomeit
For whom? Ideal for beginners who want to look beyond ETFs and actively engage with individual shares.
What is it about? The book provides a practical introduction to the world of individual shares. Using 25 real company examples (including Coca-Cola $KO (-0,72%) , Netflix $NFLX (+0,35%) or Zalando $ZAL (-2,72%) ), the authors show how to analyze business models, classify company key figures and value shares.
The question of whether ETFs are really always the best choice is also critically examined. The relaxed and easy-to-understand style makes it particularly beginner-friendly and informative at the same time. ✅
2️⃣ Intelligent investing - by Benjamin Graham
For whom? For anyone who wants to invest systematically for the long term, even if this requires a little more patience and reading discipline.
What is it about? The standard work on value investing.
Graham explains how to recognize undervalued stocks and why it pays to invest with a cool head and a rational approach.
Warren Buffett calls it the best book ever written on investing for a reason. 🏆
3️⃣ Investing with confidence - by Gerd Kommer
For whom? For anyone who invests in ETFs and is looking for a scientifically sound, sober view of investing.
What is it about? Kommer shows why a globally diversified ETF portfolio is the best long-term choice for most private investors. 🌍
He disproves many stock market myths with facts, figures and data.
The book is factual, easy to understand and ideal for anyone who wants to build up assets calmly and over the long term. 🧱
4️⃣ One step ahead of the stock market - by Peter Lynch
For whom? For anyone who likes to analyze companies themselves and wants to actively search for exciting stocks.
What is it about? Lynch explains how good investment ideas can be found through everyday observations (e.g. when shopping).
At the same time, he gives deep insights into his way of thinking, his portfolio management and his greatest successes. A practical and motivating book with many aha moments. 💡
5️⃣ Think and Grow Rich - by Napoleon Hill
For whom? For anyone who wants to grow not only financially but also personally.
What is it about? Not a classic stock market book, but a real classic when it comes to success, mindset and determination.
Hill shows how important discipline, self-belief and clear goals are for long-term success, even on the stock market. 🏆
I've read a few other books, but these five stand out for me. 📘
What are your favorite books on the stock market and finance?
