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Peter Lynch

One Up On Wall Street: How to Use What You Already Know to Make Money in the Market

Peter LynchNonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1988

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Peter Lynch

One Up On Wall Street

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1988
Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Super Short Summary

One Up on Wall Street by Peter Lynch is an investment guide that demystifies stock market investing for a broad audience. Drawing from his experience managing Fidelity's highly successful Magellan Fund, Lynch offers practical advice through personal anecdotes. He emphasizes understanding individual companies, market mechanics, and maintaining discipline for long-term success while detailing strategies for finding undervalued stocks.

Informative

Inspirational

Hopeful

Challenging

Reviews & Readership

4.5

47,737 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Peter Lynch’s One Up On Wall Street is celebrated for its accessible, insightful advice on investing, making complex concepts comprehensible for beginners. Readers appreciate Lynch’s storytelling and practical tips. However, some critics find the content outdated for modern markets. Overall, it remains a highly recommended read for aspiring investors looking for foundational knowledge.

Who should read this

Who Should Read One Up On Wall Street?

Readers who enjoyed The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham or Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits by Philip A. Fisher will find One Up On Wall Street by Peter Lynch equally insightful. Ideal for individual investors seeking practical advice, it appeals to those interested in understanding stock market dynamics to achieve financial success.

4.5

47,737 ratings

86%

Loved it

11%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

304

Format

Book • Nonfiction

Setting

1980s

Publication Year

1988

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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