A Random Walk Down Wall Street

A Random Walk Down Wall Street

The Time-Tested Strategy for Successful Investing
by Burton G. Malkiel
Money & Investments 5 min read ★★★½☆ 3.8 (163)
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About This Book

A Random Walk Down Wall Street (1973) looks at the unpredictability of stock market prices, linking their movements to a “random walk.” It dispels the generally accepted belief in discernible market patterns, suggesting that consistent gains are not a product of easily-chartered trends.

Who Should Read This?

  • Aspiring investors
  • Stock market analysts
  • Economists interested in financial market patterns

About the Author

Economist Burton G. Malkiel is especially known for his engagement with the volatility of stock markets.