Fundamentals of Investing, 15th edition

  • Scott B. Smart
  • , Chad J. Zutter

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ISBN-13: 9780135429822 (2026 update)

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Fundamentals of Investing uses examples and hands-on applications to introduce the tools and techniques of personal investors and money managers. With a focus on individual securities and portfolios, the authors explore the risks and returns of various investment types and how to use this knowledge to achieve financial goals. Throughout chapters, they present the pros and cons of investment decisions to help you make informed choices and meet your objectives.

The 15th Edition covers new developments in the investment industry, from Crypto to U.S. inflation to AI’s influence on investment decisions. Fresh data and examples were integrated throughout, aligning the material with today’s financial realities.

Published by Pearson (July 17th 2026) - Copyright © 2027

ISBN-13: 9780135429822

Subject: Finance

Category: Investments

  1. The Investment Environment
  2. Securities Markets and Transactions
  3. Return and Risk
  4. Modern Portfolio Concepts
  5. Common Stocks
  6. Analyzing Common Stocks
  7. Stock Valuation
  8. Market Efficiency and Behavioral Finance
  9. Fixed-Income Securities
  10. Bond Valuation
  11. Mutual Funds and Exchange-Traded Funds
  12. Managing Your Own Portfolio
  13. Options: Calls and Puts
  14. Futures Markets and Securities
  15. Investing in Preferred Stocks
  16. Tax-Advantaged Investments
  17. Real Estate and Other Tangible Investments