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Investments with S&P bind-in card

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It is refreshing to see a chapter devoted to criticisms of the efficient market hypothesis, though a further discussion of behavioral finance would be greatly welcomed. This book is concise and provides a good balance of theory and practical knowledge.

This review has 3 purposes:

1. This is a great book for learning about investments. I read somewhere that this book teaches you about investments "without the math". There is math in this book. If you want a "math lite" reference, try one of the Dummies, Idiots or Totally Confused series.

2. This book is on the syllabus for a professional exam (CAS); however, the CAS syllabus specifies a 2008 printing. This book shows a 2006 printing, but when it arrived, it was the 2008 version of the 7th edition. I don't know if there was a 2006 printing or if Amazon just has it wrong.

3. Finally, this review is to offset the two bozos who left reviews before me. THIS IS NOT HOW YOU CONTACT CUSTOMER SERVICE! This is a forum to let other interested parties know what you thought of the text. If you can't figure that out, you probably won't be able to understand what the text is talking about anyway. (See note 1.)

As a recent college graduate from a university where I used this text and as a current finance professional, I can attest that this is one of the most solid finance text books out there. Its reach is expansive, but it's incredibly easy to follow. This book is particularly great for the undergraduate level. As I prepare for the CFA exams, I am reminded of how many concepts I learned (and still remember!) from this very text. It will definitely be a permanent fixture in my professional library for years to come.

book came in good condition. I use it for my intermediate investments class. no problems with it. and a lot cheaper than the book store price. excellent deal

I received the product in really good conditions and really fast.

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This is the most comprehensive and well organized book about investments. A must have for everyone who is aspiring for a career in the field or is just interested in investments.

Book condition was exactly as advisertised. It was delivered in a timely fashion. Good seller, would do business with him again.

This has been a good transaction.
this investment book was in excellent quality.
Thank you.

This was the worst experience I've had on Amazon. I purchased this item and realized that I needed expedited shipping I tried to email the seller but the email address was invalid! Long story short, the seller never shipped my book, I was not charged for the book though. Steer clear of this seller!

This book is for advanced finance class. The material is hard, especially if professors talk about the materials in details.