Australia's best-selling sharemarket book in a commemorative 20th edition '. . . one of the best sources of information for sharemarket investors. Professional investors and occasional dabblers alike will find this volume extremely useful.' Derek Parker, The Australian 'Martin Roth's guide has built a reputation as the essential independent reference for Australian sharebuyers.' Wealth Creator Top Stocks has become a must-read annual for Australian investors with over 130000 copies sold since the first edition was published in 1995. For two decades renowned financial journalist Martin Roth has provided readers with his tried-and-tested analysis of the best public companies in Australia, featuring clear, objective information on company performance and overall outlook. Praised by readers for its trademark easy-to-read format and ability to cut through the hype, Top Stocks commemorates its 20th edition in 2014 with bonus material and a review of the Australian sharemarket over the past 19 editions. Inside, you'll find: individual, unbiased analysis of the latest results from 98 of Australia's leading companies using Martin's proven criteria, with a focus on profitability, dividends and debt levels comparative sales and profits data, as well as in-depth ratio analysis comprehensive research on each company's overall outlook and tables ranking all companies according to financial data a showcase of the previous 19 editions of Top Stocks including company listings, a spotlight on key events over the past two decades and reflections from investors. Celebrate trustworthy advice and successful investing with this annual bestseller, now in its 20th edition.

Invest smarter in 2016 with this bestselling stock analysis guide Top Stocks 2016 is the definitive guide to Australia's best stock exchange picks. Internationally-renown financial journalist Martin Roth once again applies his rigorous analysis and stringent selection criteria to show you which public companies offer the best low-risk, long-term value for your money, regardless of your portfolio size. With clear organisation and easy-to-read formatting, this guide looks beyond share prices and cuts through the hype to assess every company on profitability, debt levels, and dividends. Over 100 tables provide guidance at a glance, so you can quickly assess any possible investment and make the best decision for your finances. Starting with the All Ordinaries index and carving out the fat, this invaluable guide distills a concise selection of premium companies across market sectors. Now in its 22nd edition, this book is Australia's bestselling sharemarket guide because Roth's methods have stood the test of time and weathered several stock market cycles. Why let another year go by without reaping the benefits of proven expert analysis? It's time you claimed your share. Get the experts' opinion on top Australian companies Compare sales and profits data, with in-depth ratio analysis Delve into the research on each company's overall outlook See where each company ranks according to financial data Don't waste another cent on trendy "hot" stocks or the next flash in the pan. Go with the evidence and proven track record of one of Australia's leading stock market authorities. You work hard for your money, so make your money work hard for you by investing smart with Top Stocks 2016.

Now is the time to make money! Although you've seen the market grow in 2013, you've also watched it swing on concerns over the European debt crisis and political conflict over spending, taxes, and the debt ceiling. Now, you're wondering where you should be putting your money for maximum safe return. With The 100 Best Stocks to Buy in 2014, you can reap high earnings with stock picks that have consistently beaten the market average. Inside, you'll find an evaluation of the current state of the market as well as information on: Significant investment opportunities, including exchange-traded funds (ETFs). Balancing a portfolio between aggressive and safety stocks. "Low-volatility investing," today's most important investment trend. An essential guide for anyone investing in today's market, The 100 Best Stocks to Buy in 2014 offers solid and dependable advice that you can take to the bank.

Stocks for the Long Run set a precedent as the most complete and irrefutable case for stock market investment ever written. Now, this bible for long-term investing continues its tradition with a fourth edition featuring updated, revised, and new material that will keep you competitive in the global market and up-to-date on the latest index instruments. Wharton School professor Jeremy Siegel provides a potent mix of new evidence, research, and analysis supporting his key strategies for amassing a solid portfolio with enhanced returns and reduced risk. In a seamless narrative that incorporates the historical record of the markets with the realities of today's investing environment, the fourth edition features: A new chapter on globalization that documents how the emerging world will soon overtake the developed world and how it impacts the global economy An extended chapter on indexing that includes fundamentally weighted indexes, which have historically offered better returns and lower volatility than their capitalization-weighted counterparts Insightful analysis on what moves the market and how little we know about the sources of big market changes A sobering look at behavioral finance and the psychological factors that can lead investors to make irrational investment decisions A major highlight of this new edition of Stocks for the Long Run is the chapter on global investing. With the U.S. stock market currently holding less than half of the world's equity capitalization, it's important for investors to diversify abroad. This updated edition shows you how to create an “efficient portfolio” that best balances asset allocation in domestic and foreign markets and provides thorough coverage on sector allocation across the globe. Stocks for the Long Run is essential reading for every investor and advisor who wants to fully understand the market-including its behavior, past trends, and future influences-in order to develop a prosperous long-term portfolio that is both safe and secure.

Find great stocks "in your own backyard": master do-it-yourself research techniques for uncovering today's best small-cap equity opportunities! Peter Ricchiuti reveals the secrets of Tulane University's Burkenroads Reports program, where he and 200+ business students work together to uncover less-followed, frequently misunderstood, and seemingly un-sexy companies that often produce superior investment returns. Their research on these "orphan stocks" powers The Burkenroad Mutual Fund, which has outperformed 99% of all stock funds over the past eleven years. You've seen them on CNBC, CNN, and the Nightly Business report... read about them in the Wall Street Journal and the New York Times. Now, Ricchiuti shows how they do it - and how some well-informed stock sleuthing can pay off big for you, too. You'll discover why "underfollowed" small-cap equities now offer exceptional investment opportunities, and how to leverage the surprising hidden advantages available to individual investors - including the ability to trade in stocks that don't generate the volume and liquidity institutional investors require. Fact is, there's very little innovative equity research on Wall Street anymore. That gives you a powerful advantage - and Ricchiuti gives you the principles and simple techniques you need to take advantage of it. Stocks Under Rocks will be the next classic for every personal investor who wants to find great investments and have fun doing it!

The definitive guide for putting your money to work Top Stocks 2020 is your trusted guide for smart investing in the Australian sharemarket. For over 25 years, market expert Martin Roth has shared advice on how to maximise your profits and grow your portfolio. An invaluable resource for all skill levels — from novice investor to professional trader — this book provides clear and accurate information to help you pick the best stocks and gain the greatest value for your money. Now in its 26th edition, this bestselling guide includes over 100 charts and tables to allow quick reference to company data. Up-to-date information on company financials, business results and performance projections provides the tools you need to make informed and profitable stock decisions. Ignoring the hype, punditry and media noise surrounding the stock market, Martin Roth’s rigorous analysis of financial data delivers an accurate, real-world picture of each company’s outlook. Get expert opinions on Australia’s leading public companies Compare sales and profit data with in-depth analysis and expert interpretation See the latest financial rankings of top Australian companies Examine the debt levels, dividends, and overall outlook of companies to gain complete pictures of their real value When it’s time to invest your hard-earned money, you need accurate and trusted guidance. Martin Roth’s proven methods have weathered market cycles, outlived fads and stood the test of time. In this latest edition, Top Stocks continues to provide you with everything you need to make wise decisions and put your money where it belongs.

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