by Burton G. Malkiel - A Random Walk Down Wall Street Reviews Summary

Ratings Breakdown

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Rated 4.7 by 188 people

Pros from Reviews

  • Good info
  • Excellent-must read book
  • Introduction to investing
  • Great overview to investing
  • Packed with challenging concepts
  • Reasonably easy read
  • Most of it makes sense
  • Specific age-related advice

Cons from Reviews

  • Several contradictions
  • Limited understanding of annuities
  • Fails to mention zero fee index funds
  • Fails to mention Vanguard's actively managed funds
  • REIT allocation may be too high
  • Sloppy sections and inconsistencies
  • Doesn't analyze recent market downturn
  • US market biased narrative
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