Best Core Concepts Finance Podcasts (2025)

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CFO Strategy Brief 4: Deep Strategic Thinking With Gen AI 22:31

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20d ago22:31

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In this episode, we explore how Systemic Cognitive Strategy Practice (SCSP) enables leaders to apply multiple forms of thinking—prospection, inspection, retrospection, and more—simultaneously. Rather than working in isolation, these modes interconnect through feedback loops, creating a dynamic, regenerative approach to strategy. We discuss practica…

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CFO Strategy Brief 3: A New tool for the CFO - ESPM 5:57

26d ago5:57

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In this episode we explore how Enterprise Strategic Performance Management (ESPM) is transforming the role of the most trusted adviser to the CEO, the CFO’, from financial overseer to strategic leader. As organisations face increasing complexity and ambiguity, CFOs are stepping into the role of Strategy Navigators—guiding corporate strategy with da…

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CFO Strategy Brief 2: Strategy, Scale & Survival in Australian Oligopolies 10:32

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In Australia’s tightly held markets, competition isn’t about slashing prices, it’s about strategic orchestration. “The Duopoly Diaries” unpacks how dominant players in sectors like groceries, construction, and aviation build enduring advantage through non-price strategies: loyalty ecosystems, automation, branding, and control of scarce assets. Draw…

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How Good Is It, Really? - A Guide to LLM Evaluation 7:45

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In the season finale of "All Things LLM," hosts Alex and Ben turn to one of the most important—and challenging—topics in AI: How do we objectively evaluate the quality and reliability of a language model? With so many models, benchmarks, and metrics, what actually counts as “good”? In this episode, you’ll discover: The evolution of LLM evaluation: …

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Prompt Injections and Data Poisoning - Securing Your LLM 8:38

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As LLMs power more business workflows, security risks grow. In this essential episode of "All Things LLM," hosts Alex and Ben break down the new wave of cybersecurity threats targeting language models—and what you can do to defend your AI infrastructure. What you’ll learn: The OWASP Top 10 for LLMs: Explore the most pressing LLM security risks and …

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The Paradigm Shift & The Black Box: Reasoning Models and the Quest for Understanding 11:38

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In the grand finale of "All Things LLM," hosts Alex and Ben look ahead to the bleeding edge—and reflect on the ultimate question for AI: can we ever truly understand how these models think? Inside this episode: The rise of reasoning models: Discover why the next leap for AI isn’t just bigger models, but smarter thinking. Explore how OpenAI’s o1 and…

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From Prediction to Action - Autonomous Agents and LAMs 8:39

3M ago8:39

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What happens when AI not only understands the world, but acts in it? In this trailblazing episode of "All Things LLM," Alex and Ben chart the rise of next-generation AI: autonomous agents and Large Action Models (LAMs). Discover how LLMs are evolving from passive text generators to powerful doers—reshaping workflows, business automation, and the ve…

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More Then Words - The Rise of Multimodal LLMs 7:42

3M ago7:42

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AI’s next great leap isn’t about bigger models—it’s about broader senses. In this season premiere of "All Things LLM," Alex and Ben explore the revolutionary world of multimodal large language models (LLMs)—the new frontier where AI can “see,” “hear,” and “understand” the world far beyond text. In this episode: Journey to Multimodality: Discover wh…

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The Human Touch - How RLHF Aligns Models with Our Values 5:54

3M ago5:54

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How do we make AI not just smart, but safe and genuinely helpful? In this episode of "All Things LLM," Alex and Ben break down the vital process of alignment—transforming a powerful language model into a trustworthy assistant you can rely on. Inside this episode: What is RLHF? Discover Reinforcement Learning from Human Feedback—the multi-stage proc…

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Hallucinations, Bias, and Black Boxes - The Biggest Challenges 9:04

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Powerful language models are reshaping the world, but serious challenges remain. In this revealing episode of "All Things LLM," hosts Alex and AI expert Ben tackle the core limitations and ethical risks facing all large language models—open or closed. This episode covers: Hallucinations: Why LLMs make up plausible-sounding but false or misleading a…

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Open vs. Closed - The Great Model Debate 9:00

3M ago9:00

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Season 4 of "All Things LLM" kicks off with one of the most crucial debates in AI today: open-source vs. closed-source (proprietary) language models. Hosts Alex and Ben cut through the hype to explain what’s at stake for businesses, developers, and the entire AI ecosystem. In this episode, you’ll discover: The fundamentals: What truly sets open-sou…

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The Art of the Ask - A Practical Guide to Prompt Engineering 6:11

3M ago6:11

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Unlock the full potential of large language models with this hands-on episode of "All Things LLM." Hosts Alex and AI expert Ben break down the essential (and rapidly evolving) discipline of prompt engineering—your steering wheel for directing AI toward more relevant, accurate, and actionable outputs. What you’ll learn: Prompt Engineering 101: Why c…

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Making It Yours - Fine-Tuning, PEFT, and RAG 7:26

3M ago7:26

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Discover how generalist AIs become powerful specialists in this episode of "All Things LLM." Hosts Alex and AI expert Ben break down the next stage of the LLM lifecycle—customization—and unpack the practical techniques that transform foundation models into domain experts or business-ready assistants. Learn about: Fine-Tuning: Why it’s essential for…

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Cooking with Terabytes - Training an LLM from Scratch 7:33

3M ago7:33

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Get an insider’s look behind the curtain of modern AI with this episode of "All Things LLM." Join hosts Alex and AI expert Ben as they reveal the colossal effort, expense, and ingenuity required to take a language model from “blank slate” to foundational intelligence. What you’ll learn: The massive scale of LLM training: how developers assemble and…

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The Magic of "Attention" - How LLMs Understand Context 5:39

3M ago5:39

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Unlock the key to modern AI with this deep-dive episode of "All Things LLM"! Hosts Alex and our resident AI expert Ben unpack the “self-attention mechanism”—the heart of every powerful Transformer model powering GPT, Llama, Gemini, and more. Discover: What “self-attention” actually means in the context of language models—and why it’s a game-changer…

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"Hello, World!" - What Exactly Is an LLM? 6:06

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Step into the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence with the premiere of "All Things LLM." In this debut episode, hosts Alex and AI expert Ben break down one of today's most talked-about technologies: the Large Language Model (LLM). Are you curious about terms like ChatGPT, generative AI, or conversational AI—but not sure where to start…

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From Turing to Transformers - A Brief History of Language AI 6:52

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Curious how AI language models like ChatGPT burst into the mainstream? Welcome to "All Things LLM," where hosts Alex and AI expert Ben unravel the true origins and evolution of Large Language Models. In this episode, we journey through more than a century of discoveries that paved the way for today’s groundbreaking AI. Discover: The surprising root…

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The Blueprint - Encoders, Decoders, and Model Families 5:42

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Unlock the mysteries of modern AI with "All Things LLM." In this episode, Alex and Ben break down the Transformer—the revolutionary engine powering today’s Large Language Models (LLMs) like GPT-4, Llama, and Gemini. If you’ve ever wondered how AI can both understand and generate text, this deep dive into Transformer architecture is your essential g…

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CFO Strategy Brief 1: Energising the strategic role of the CFO 17:10

10M ago17:10

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The traditional role of the CFO is undergoing a transformation, as suggested in this thought-provoking podcast. The narrative challenges conventional notions by advocating for a paradigm shift in the CFO's responsibilities. Interestingly, this evolution leverages existing resources within CFO teams, particularly the Management Accountants, who are …

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Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits by Philip A. Fisher 6:40

10M ago6:40

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“Common Stocks and Uncommon Profits” by Philip A. Fisher emphasizes the importance of investing in companies with strong growth potential over the long term. Fisher introduces the concept of “scuttlebutt,” or the practice of gathering information from various sources to gauge a company’s investment potential. He outlines 15 points to look for in a …

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The Little Book That Still Beats the Market by Joel Greenblatt 7:02

10M ago7:02

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“The Little Book That Still Beats the Market” by Joel Greenblatt presents a straightforward investment strategy known as the “Magic Formula,” designed to outperform the market. This formula focuses on buying good companies at bargain prices, specifically looking at high return on capital and high earnings yields to pick stocks. Greenblatt explains …

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A Random Walk Down Wall Street by Burton G. Malkiel 8:30

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“A Random Walk Down Wall Street” by Burton G. Malkiel advocates for the efficient market hypothesis, which suggests that stock prices reflect all available information and are thus inherently unpredictable. Malkiel argues that, due to market efficiency, it’s unlikely for investors to consistently outperform the market through either technical analy…

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The Essays of Warren Buffett by Warren Buffett 8:12

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“The Essays of Warren Buffett” is a collection of letters from Warren Buffett to Berkshire Hathaway shareholders. In these letters, Buffett discusses his fundamental investment strategies and business principles, emphasizing value investing and prudent corporate governance. He advises on understanding a company’s intrinsic value, maintaining a stro…

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Disruption and reinvention in the automotive sector: Is Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) missing the mark? 31:17

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As depicted in the thumbnail Jaguar is in the process of the developing a new car, coupled with a new production platform oh, and by the way, coupled with a reinvention of the company Jaguar Land Rover. In the promotion of this new car Jaguar has attracted the wrath of many, the support of few. In this podcast we look for, and find a deeper purpose…

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Reimaging the future at Mattel 3:51

1y ago3:51

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Listen to an insightful exploration of the innovative strategies employed by Mattel CEO Ynon Kreiz, as we analyze his approach through the lens of the Strategic Management Institute's Third Wave Strategy. Discover how Kreiz not only implemented conventional restructuring for performance improvement but also revitalized Mattel, transforming it from …

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Defining the difference between restructuring and transforming – and why it matters 3:10

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While advances in technology continue to evolve other global forces have entered the equation (geo political unrest, climate, consequences of Covid) more recently. Nearly all have contributed to a loss of equilibrium in global markets and by definition, corporate performance. In this video I apply a brief history of Telstra to highlight the differe…

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Fooled by Randomness by Nassim Nicholas Taleb 11:03

2y ago11:03

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"Fooled by Randomness" by Nassim Nicholas Taleb is a thought-provoking exploration of probability and uncertainty that has resonated with a multitude of readers, ranging from traders and risk analysts to decision-makers across fields. Brimming with insightful observations and real-world anecdotes, the book unravels the complexities of randomness an…

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The Misbehavior of Markets by Benoit Mandelbrot 11:02

2y ago11:02

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Benoit Mandelbrot's "The Misbehavior of Markets" is a groundbreaking work in the field of finance that has changed the way millions perceive the dynamics of financial markets. Filled with thought-provoking insights and real-life market observations, the book challenges conventional financial theories and introduces the concept of fractal geometry. …

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Quantitative Momentum by Wesley R. Gray and Jack R. Vogel 14:21

2y ago14:21

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"Quantitative Momentum" by Wesley R. Gray and Jack R. Vogel is an insightful guide for any investor seeking to navigate the financial markets with strategic finesse. Filled with empirically-backed arguments and illustrative examples, the book demystifies the concept of momentum investing, presenting it as a potent investment factor that has consist…

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Swing Trading: Power Strategies to Cut Risk and Boost Profits by Jon D. Markman 12:51

2y ago12:51

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"Swing Trading: Power Strategies to Cut Risk and Boost Profits" by Jon D. Markman is an indispensable guide for those looking to dive into the dynamic world of swing trading. Filled with actionable strategies and real-world examples, the book delves deep into the art of reading market rhythms, capitalizing on short-term price movements, and safegua…

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The Art of Short Selling by Kathryn F. Staley 12:34

2y ago12:34

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"The Art of Short Selling" by Kathryn F. Staley is an indispensable guide for traders seeking to master the high-risk, high-reward world of short selling. Stacked with real-world examples and practical strategies, the book delves into the intricate principles of short selling, the practice of betting against a stock. Staley educates readers on how …

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Unknown Market Wizards by Jack D. Schwager 12:22

2y ago12:22

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"Unknown Market Wizards" by Jack D. Schwager is an enlightening deep dive into the world of trading, profiling some of the most successful, yet lesser-known traders from around the globe. Rich in insights and trading wisdom, the book unravels the strategies, mindsets, and disciplines that set these individuals apart. Through intimate interviews and…

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The Quants by Scott Patterson 11:37

2y ago11:37

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In this episode of 'One Trading Book per Day,' we delve into the fascinating world of quantitative finance with our exploration of Scott Patterson's 'The Quants.' This gripping account charts the rise of a new breed of traders, known as quants, who leveraged mathematical models and advanced technology to revolutionize the financial industry. From t…

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A Man for All Markets by Edward O. Thorp 12:19

2y ago12:19

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"A Man for All Markets" by Edward O. Thorp is a captivating account of a remarkable journey from Las Vegas to Wall Street. With his profound understanding of mathematics and a relentless curiosity, Thorp revolutionized casino gambling and constructed a highly successful career in the financial markets. Through the lens of probability theory and sta…

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The Daily Trading Coach by Brett N. Steenbarger 16:32

2y ago16:32

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"The Daily Trading Coach" by Brett N. Steenbarger serves as an invaluable manual for traders looking to navigate the psychological landscape of the financial markets. Packed with 101 lessons, the book delves into the essential psychological aspects of trading, establishing it as both a cognitive and performance activity. Steenbarger presents pragma…

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Street Smarts by Linda Raschke and Laurence Connors 14:24

2y ago14:24

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"Street Smarts: High Probability Short-Term Trading Strategies" by Linda Raschke and Laurence Connors is a revered trading classic that has equipped countless traders with the knowledge and skills to navigate the financial markets successfully. Filled with insightful strategies and practical trading techniques, the book unravels the secrets of shor…

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The Market Maker's Edge: A Wall Street Insider Reveals How to Time Entry and Exit Points for Minimum Risk, Maximum Profit by Joshua Lukeman 12:48

2y ago12:48

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"The Market Maker's Edge" by Joshua Lukeman is an enlightening journey into the world of professional trading, offering invaluable guidance for those eager to navigate the market's tumultuous waters. Laden with actionable strategies and real-world examples, the book lays bare the fundamental principles of timing, risk management, and analysis. Luke…

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Trading with Intermarket Analysis by John J. Murphy 15:17

2y ago15:17

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"Trading with Intermarket Analysis" by John J. Murphy is an indispensable guide to the world of financial trading that has empowered countless traders to navigate market complexities. Brimming with insightful advice and practical examples, the book unravels key principles of intermarket relationships, correlations, and forecasting. Murphy instructs…

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Trend Following: How to Make a Fortune in Bull, Bear, and Black Swan Markets by Michael W. Covel 13:03

2y ago13:03

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"Mastering the Trade" by John F. Carter and "Trend Following: How to Make a Fortune in Bull, Bear, and Black Swan Markets" by Michael W. Covel are two indispensable guides that have enlightened countless traders on the intricacies of trading strategies. Filled with practical guidelines, insightful advice, and real-life examples, these books delve d…

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Option Volatility and Pricing: Advanced Trading Strategies and Techniques by Sheldon Natenberg 13:15

2y ago13:15

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"Option Volatility and Pricing: Advanced Trading Strategies and Techniques" by Sheldon Natenberg is an enduring masterpiece in the field of options trading, that has guided countless traders towards greater mastery of their trading strategies. Filled with insightful advice and real-world examples, the book demystifies complex concepts like the 'Opt…

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The Black Book of Financial Hacking by Johann F. Christian Lotter 14:56

2y ago14:56

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"The Black Book of Financial Hacking: Passive Income with Algorithmic Trading" by Johann F. Christian Lotter is an insightful guide that invites readers into the intricate world of algorithmic trading. Filled with practical advice and concrete examples, the book reveals key strategies for developing profitable trading algorithms. Lotter teaches rea…

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Trading Price Action Trends by Al Brooks 12:21

2y ago12:21

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"Trading Price Action Trends" by Al Brooks is an indispensable guide for traders seeking to master the art of price action trading. Brimming with practical techniques and insightful examples, the book delves into the intricacies of market environments, trend analysis, and various trading scenarios. Brooks equips readers with the knowledge to expert…

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Algorithmic Trading: Winning Strategies and Their Rationale by Ernie Chan 13:22

2y ago13:22

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"Algorithmic Trading: Winning Strategies and Their Rationale" by Ernie Chan is a comprehensive guide for those seeking to excel in the world of automated trading systems. Brimming with practical advice and real-life examples, the book demystifies the fundamentals of algorithmic trading, from strategy development to risk management. Chan educates re…

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Trade Like a Stock Market Wizard by Mark Minervini 11:30

2y ago11:30

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"Trade Like a Stock Market Wizard" by Mark Minervini is a comprehensive guide that has inspired countless traders to hone their skills and achieve success in the stock market. Brimming with practical advice and real-life examples, the book delves into essential principles of trading, including fundamental and technical analysis, risk management, an…

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Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets by John J. Murphy 14:20

2y ago14:20

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"Technical Analysis of the Financial Markets" by John J. Murphy is a comprehensive guide that provides traders with the essential concepts and tools needed for successful trading. Packed with practical examples and easy-to-understand explanations, the book delves into various chart patterns, technical indicators, and the importance of combining dif…

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The Complete TurtleTrader by Michael W. Covel 11:38

2y ago11:38

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"The Complete TurtleTrader" by Michael W. Covel unravels the fascinating story of the Turtle Traders, a group of novice traders who were transformed into extraordinary market wizards through a unique experiment. Brimming with insightful strategies and real-life examples, the book delves into the principles of trend following, risk management, and d…

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The Intelligent Investor by Benjamin Graham 14:24

2y ago14:24

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"The Intelligent Investor" by Benjamin Graham is an enduring investment guide that has empowered countless readers to navigate the financial markets with greater confidence and success. Brimming with practical wisdom and real-world case studies, the book unpacks the foundational principles of value investing, risk management, and portfolio construc…

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How to Make Money in Stocks by William J. O'Neil 14:55

2y ago14:55

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"How to Make Money in Stocks" by William J. O'Neil is an indispensable investing classic that has empowered countless investors to achieve financial success in the stock market. Filled with practical guidance and real-life examples, the book demystifies the complex world of stock investing by introducing O'Neil's acclaimed CAN SLIM strategy. Throug…

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Diary of a Professional Commodity Trader by Peter L. Brandt 12:54

2y ago12:54

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"Diary of a Professional Commodity Trader" by Peter L. Brandt offers an insightful glimpse into the world of commodity trading through the eyes of a seasoned expert. Filled with practical advice and real-life examples, the book delves into essential aspects of trading, such as developing a well-defined plan, maintaining patience and discipline, and…

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Profitable Candlestick Trading: Pinpointing Market Opportunities to Maximize Profits by Stephen W. Bigalow 10:41

2y ago10:41

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"Profitable Candlestick Trading: Pinpointing Market Opportunities to Maximize Profits" by Stephen W. Bigalow is a comprehensive guide to mastering the art of candlestick charting for traders of all levels. Rich with practical advice and real-life examples, the book delves into the essential principles of identifying high-probability trade setups, u…