Advice Required

Electricman

Hi You lot long time lurker first time poster! Im wondering if any of you could lend a helping hand.

I have filled up my quota of ISA investment this year and still have some money left over. I have a decent Job (looking to continue it by following the next stage abroad) so hopefully will continue to save money. However Im very intrested in getting involved in buying Stocks and Shares (only looking to invest a part of my savings. not using it as a get rich quick scheme).
I have just purchased a book online called 'How to make a killing in the Share Jungle' advised by a work mate. he says it gives the basics and is very helpfull. Is there any other books / Publications Websites i should read or that were helpfull to you before i look to go into the Market, any any good Publication which do reviews of companies etc.

Would like to do as much research as possible

Thanks
Electricman

davidlee

Hi,

The book that you have is not a very bad to start. I would suggest youfor self learning and have some basic idea before you start investing in stocks.

Electricman

thanks for your rsponse Davidlee

and a boot to the top of the board for the dinner time crew!!!

Aegis

Electricman wrote: »

Hi You lot long time lurker first time poster! Im wondering if any of you could lend a helping hand.

I have filled up my quota of ISA investment this year and still have some money left over. I have a decent Job (looking to continue it by following the next stage abroad) so hopefully will continue to save money. However Im very intrested in getting involved in buying Stocks and Shares (only looking to invest a part of my savings. not using it as a get rich quick scheme).
I have just purchased a book online called 'How to make a killing in the Share Jungle' advised by a work mate. he says it gives the basics and is very helpfull. Is there any other books / Publications Websites i should read or that were helpfull to you before i look to go into the Market, any any good Publication which do reviews of companies etc.

Would like to do as much research as possible

Thanks
Electricman

Citywire and Trustnet are excellent websites for researching collective funds, and collective funds are an excellent place to start investing because of the diversified holdings you're effectively buying a part of.

johng_uk

Halifax Sharebuilder is a cheap alternative to dip your toe in the water.

I am reading Stock Investing for Dummies - The Dummies books are easy read guides for beginners and may be a worthwile purchase. Although there are a load of 'Americanisms' in it, it's still a good read.

nicko33

Other books I've seen recommended around the forum include:

William Bernstein - The Four Pillars of Investing
William Bernstein - The Intelligent Asset Allocator
Burton G. Malkiel - A Random Walk Down Wall Street
Lawrence A. Cuningham - The Essays of Warren Buffett

cashing_in

Halifax is good.
There are online resources available at
moneyextra.com
thisismoney.co.uk
Investing in shares for dummies at amazon , priced at f 7.99.