Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits
Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits
Philip A. Fisher
DJ Vlad
The 3rd most important book in my path to educating myself about the stock market. - DJ Vlad
Warren Buffett
I am an eager reader of whatever [this author] has to say, and I recommend him to you. - Warren Buffett
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Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits

Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits and Other Writings

Philip A. Fisher
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Philip A. Fisher
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In the pantheon of investment literature, "Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits" by Philip A. Fisher stands as a testament to enduring financial wisdom. First published in 1958, Fisher's work transcends the fluctuations of markets and economies, offering a beacon to investors navigating the often-turbulent seas of stock investments. With an emphasis on the qualitative aspects of companies, Fisher introduces a revolutionary approach to investing that prioritizes a deep understanding of a company's management, its competitive advantages, and its potential for future growth over mere quantitative analysis. His principles of investing, encapsulated in the now-famous "Fifteen Points to Look for in a Common Stock," have guided generations of investors towards achieving extraordinary returns. The enduring relevance of Fisher's insights is further enriched in this edition by the perspective of his son, Ken Fisher, himself an investment guru. Through an expanded preface and introduction, Ken Fisher not only pays homage to his father's original work but also contextualizes it for the modern investor, proving that the core principles of investing in companies with the potential for long-term growth remain as pivotal today as they were over sixty years ago. "Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits" is not merely a book; it is an investment philosophy that has shaped the strategies of countless successful investors, including Warren Buffet, who himself sought out Fisher's wisdom. This text remains an indispensable guide for anyone looking to unlock the secrets to making intelligent, profitable investments.

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Released
1957
30 Nov
Length
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The 3rd most important book in my path to educating myself about the stock market. - DJ Vlad
I am an eager reader of whatever [this author] has to say, and I recommend him to you. - Warren Buffett
Such a study indicates that the greatest investment reward comes to those who by good luck or good sense find the occasional company that over the years can grow in sales and profits far more than industry as a whole. It further shows that when we believe we have found such a company we had better stick with it for a long period of time. It gives us a strong hint that such companies need not necessarily be young and small. Instead, regardless of size, what really counts is a management having both a determination to attain further important growth and an ability to bring its plans to completion.
— Philip A. Fisher, Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits

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