Discover the Best Trading Books for Every Trader
Welcome to our carefully curated collection of essential trading books. Whether you’re a beginner eager to learn the foundations or an experienced trader looking to refine your skills, these books provide invaluable insights to help you succeed in the markets. Our selection covers a range of topics, from technical analysis and trading psychology to backtesting and strategy development.
Each recommendation comes from years of hands-on experience in quantitative trading, making this list perfect for those who want practical knowledge and proven techniques. Explore the books that have shaped successful traders and discover new ideas to elevate your trading strategies.
Mark Spitznagel, Safe Haven – Investing For Financial Storms: What role can risk-mitigating and defensive assets play in a portfolio? Do we use them only to seek shelter until the passing of financial storms? Contrary to what we learn at…
Watching stock market movies can help you understand basic financial concepts and make sense of the financial world of trading and investing, which is why we recommend these 16 Best Trading and Stock Market Movies of All Time for you….
When it comes to mastering the markets, having a strong foundation of knowledge is key. Over the years, I’ve come across and read a variety of trading strategy books that have made a significant impact on my approach to trading….
‘Trading Systems and Methods by Perry Kaufman’ is a definitive guide for traders looking to refine or develop trading systems. In this review, we’ll evaluate the book’s claims of providing adaptable strategies, comprehensive risk management, and real-world applications. Discover whether…
The Reminiscences of a Stock Operator, published in 1923, chronicles the life of legendary stock trader Jesse Livermore. This book is praised for its deep insights into market behavior and trading strategies. In this article, we’ll explore why it remains…
The New Market Wizards by Jack Schwager uncovers the secrets of top traders through in-depth interviews. Schwager provides readers with practical trading strategies and psychological insights that are essential for success in the financial markets. If you’re an aspiring trader,…
If you’re searching for long term secrets to short term trading, you’re likely seeking actionable insights to enhance your short-term trading strategy. Larry Williams’s book promises to offer just that, drawing from years of experience and a track record of…
Jack Schwager is a financial expert known for his Market Wizards. These books offer interviews with top traders, unveiling their strategies. This article dives into the series and evaluates its promise to help readers succeed in trading. Key Takeaways Introduction…
‘Market Wizards’ by Jack Schwager is a must-read for anyone serious about trading. This book compiles interviews with some of the most successful traders, revealing their strategies, risk management tips, and trading philosophies. Discover the secrets that set these market…
Is John Murphy’s “Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets: A Comprehensive Guide to Trading Methods and Applications by John Murphy” worth your time? This review will break down the book’s key features—market trends, chart types, and technical indicators—to help you…
How I Trade For A Living by Gary Smith was (and still is) a popular trading book. We bought the book just days after it was published in 1999, in the midst of the dot com frenzy, and we have…
Are you searching for the best book for technical analysis to sharpen your trading skills and gain a competitive edge in the markets? With countless books claiming to offer the best insights, choosing one that delivers practical, easy-to-understand, and actionable…
I have finished rereading David Aronson’s book Evidence- Based Technical Analysis, Applying the Scientific Method and Statistical Inference to Trading Signals, a book I bought back in November 2007. This is no easy read and a bit technical, but worthwhile…
In addition to “The Disciplined Trader,” Mark Douglas also authored another influential book titled “Trading in the Zone.” Published in 2001, this book further expanded on the principles of trading psychology and explored the importance of cultivating a mindset that…
Rory Sutherland Alchemy Summary. The models that dominate all human decision-making today are duly heavy on simplistic logic, and light on magic – a spreadsheet leaves no room for miracles. But what if this approach is wrong? What if, in…
I have just finished reading Curtis Faith’s The Way of The Turtle (for the second time) and below you find some very short comments about the book. This is a very good book! If you’re a beginner or not very…
The Short Guide To Systematic And Mechanical Trading Systems is in English: Your Worst Trading Enemy: You (Beat Your Brain before You Beat the Market) is in English: I have written four books in Norwegian: Aksjekjøp og daytrading – metode,…
Victor Niederhoffer’s The Education Of A Speculator is a must-read for any aspiring quant. It explains the foundation and principles of successful speculation. In this article, I give a brief review and summary of the book, ultimately sharing my main…
I bought this book many years ago. It’s not about trading, but about poker and selling. However, all the elements are relevant for stock traders. Besides, this book is much better than all the other books I’ve read about psychology….
It’s easy to fool yourself in the stock market, especially in trading. The famous scientist Richard Feynman once said that the first principle is that you must not fool yourself, and you are the easiest person to fool. Trading involves…
In 2009 Atul Gawande, a professor of surgery, published a book called The Checklist Manifesto – How To Get Things Right. The book is a good read and is relevant for most professions, not to mention what we do in…
I was recommended by my partner Hakan to read Pit Bull by Marty Schwartz when we were on a two-month proprietary trading course in Phoenix, Arizona, back in 2003. Pit Bull is entertaining, a relatively quick read, and perfect for…
